Author: Pat Ragazzo

Hot Stove Rumor Roundup: Dodgers Focusing on Realmuto

Dodgers in Talks with Marlins about Realmuto Following the announcement of the Los Angeles Dodgers signing outfielder AJ Pollock, it was reported by Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports that they are also focused on acquiring star catcher, J.T Realmuto from the Miami Marlins via trade. Nightengale says these talks are allegedly “intensive” and are continuously on-going. The Dodgers are currently...

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MLB Rumor Roundup: Markakis Heads Back to Atlanta

Asdrubal Cabrera Signs with the Texas Rangers The Texas Rangers and free agent infielder, Asdrubal Cabrera agreed to a one-year deal worth $3.5 million yesterday, pending a physical per Jeff Passan of ESPN, who also credited Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic as the first to report the news. The former Met had been with the club since the 2016 season until he was dealt to the Philadelphia Phillies at...

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Hot Stove Rumor Roundup: Farquhar Attempting Incredible Comeback

Sonny Gray Trade Official After several days of negotiations, the New York Yankees have officially traded Sonny Gray to the Cincinnati Reds, which also saw the pitcher reach a contract extension with Cincinnati, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. The trade was finalized today and ultimately became a three-team deal, adding the Seattle Mariners to the mix as the third team involved. The Yankees initially...

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Rumor Roundup: Cubs Weighing Trading Zobrist

Cubs Contemplate Trading Zobrist The Chicago Cubs have reportedly mulled the idea of trading veteran utility man, Ben Zobrist per Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic (subscription required). Zobrist is expected to make a large impact for the Cubs early on next season due to the absence of shortstop, Addison Russell, who is serving the remainder of a suspension. Despite his value, the Cubs need...

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Rumor Roundup: Braves Might Have To Pass on Pollock

Welcome back to another morning of the Rumor Roundup! The Phillies continued to create smoke yesterday, two well-known aging veterans plan on playing another season, and the Braves have some significant restrictions that may take them out of the Pollock race. Hope you enjoy the latest news on the hot stove! The Buzz in Philadelphia Continues  The Philadelphia Phillies dominated headlines once...

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