Author: Jack Ramsey

MMO Exclusive: Jayson Stark on Universal DH

As Major League Baseball heads towards a new CBA following the 2021 season, a hot button issue is whether or not the National League should adopt the Designated Hitter, making it universal and opening several other doors for MLB. There has been debate over the Designated Hitter for quite some time now, but this is the most traction there ever has been to get it done. Hall of Fame writer Jayson...

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MLB Rumor Roundup: Braves Inquire About Nolan Arenado

Braves A Fit for Arenado?  Anthony Rendon signed a big deal to go to the Angels and free agent Josh Donaldson is reportedly looking for a four-year offer, this has teams shifting to potential alternatives and Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado could be available. The Braves, looking to replace Donaldson if he signs with another team, have inquired on Arenado according to Jon Morosi of MLB.com....

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MLB Rumor Roundup: White Sox Keep Pedal To The Metal

Sox Interested In Castellanos According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the White Sox are interested in former Cub and Tiger, Nicholas Castellanos. Jon Heyman of MLB Network also notes the Sox are in serious pursuit of designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion. Castellanos, 27, originally came up with the Tigers as a third baseman, but turned out to be one of the worst defensive third basemen of...

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MLB Rumor Roundup: T.J. Rivera Signs With Phillies

Another Former Met Lands in Philly  Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports that the Phillies have signed former Mets infielder T.J. Rivera. It’s been a struggle for the Bronx native ever since having Tommy John surgery in late 2017. The Mets release him in March. He’s a career .304/.335/.445 major league hitter in 526 plate appearances. The 31-year-old signed with the Long Island Ducks in...

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MLB Rumor Roundup: Brewers Asking Price is High For Hader, Hiura

Wheeler’s Market is Red Hot  According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, it is very possible that Zack Wheeler signs a contract before the Winter Meetings begin this month. A deal is expected to be for over $100 million Heyman also notes that the White Sox, Twins, Rangers, “and others” are involved right now. Buster Olney of ESPN reported on Wednesday that the top bidders right now...

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