Astros to Interview Former Nationals GM Mike Rizzo for Front Office Job
Rizzo brings a World Series title and years of GM experience to Houston’s search, along with questions about age and the Nationals’ late-tenure approach.
Royals Release Jorge Alfaro After a Power-Packed Minor League Season
Alfaro hit 15 homers in the Royals’ farm system but never reached the majors. His power may earn the veteran catcher another chance.
Rays Turn to Freddy Peralta as Brewers Hand Robert Gasser Game 3
Down 2-0, Tampa Bay returns home with Freddy Peralta on the mound as Milwaukee counters with Robert Gasser and a rested bullpen.
Rocco Baldelli Exits Mariners Manager Search, Leaving Joe Espada as a Possible Front-Runner
Baldelli withdrew for family reasons as Seattle nears a decision. Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler are among the remaining known candidates.
MLB Offseason Outlook: Why Major Moves Could Take Time
Front office searches, tight budgets and high player prices could slow MLB offseason moves, while several proposed trades appear unlikely.
Why Teoscar Hernández Could Become a Dodgers Trade Candidate
Josue De Paula’s arrival and a crowded Dodgers lineup could push Hernández onto the trade market, where his $13 million 2027 cost may appeal to teams seeking a veteran bat.
Astros Hire Conner Watson to Lead Hitting Development
Houston has hired former Guardians assistant Conner Watson to oversee hitting across the organization, filling a role vacant since August.
Francisco Lindor’s 2027 Rebound Case: Health, Hard Contact and Mets Infield Options
Lindor’s power and contact quality held up through an injury-hit 2026. Better health and luck give the Mets shortstop a credible path back in 2027.
Red Sox Add Riley Adams on a Minor League Deal for Catching Depth
Riley Adams joins Boston after a strong Triple-A season, giving the Red Sox another experienced catching option in camp.
Rangers Test Sebastian Walcott in the Outfield as Path to MLB Opens
After an elbow injury cost him much of the season, Sebastian Walcott is adding outfield work to his development while the Rangers weigh his next step.
Nationals Retain Blake Butera’s Coaching Staff After 77-Win Season
Washington will keep manager Blake Butera’s coaches after its best season since 2019, while making changes to its training staff and adding biomechanics resources.
Rays Face World Series Decisions on Game 1 Starter and Junior Caminero’s Lineup Spot
Tampa Bay hasn’t named its Game 1 starter, while Junior Caminero may return to third in the order and Christian Yelich could see more action.
MLBTR Podcast Examines Brewers, Rays, Dodgers and Key Offseason Moves
Darragh McDonald and Anthony Franco discuss the World Series matchup, playoff trends, front office changes and listener questions.
Dodgers Expect Ohtani Back as a Two-Way Player in 2027 After Injury Recovery
Ohtani won’t need surgery and is expected to be healthy for spring training, but the Dodgers haven’t set limits on his 2027 workload.
Athletics Weigh Adding a General Manager Under Taylor Smith
John Fisher says the Athletics may add a GM beneath new baseball operations chief Taylor Smith, while manager Mark Kotsay remains under contract through 2028.