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Tue Dec 6 202200:19Liam Hendriks Coming Up In Trade TalksLiam HendriksSPBlue JaysFree Agent
Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks has been the topic of recent trade conversation, MLB.com's Mark Feinsand reported Monday. The 33-year-old has a limited no-trade clause that allows him to veto a deal to five undisclosed teams. Hendriks is owed $14 million in 2023 and has a $15 million club option for 2024. He has been one of baseball's most reliable closers in the past two seasons with the White Sox, earning 75 saves with a 2.66 ERA, 0.87 WHIP, and 39.4% strikeout rate. Competitive teams are always looking to bolster their bullpens, and Hendriks would likely maintain a firm closer role if he were to be traded, particularly given his current contract.
Source: Mark Feinsand - Twitter.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Dec 6 202200:03Diamondbacks A Serious Suitor For Xander BogaertsXander Bogaerts3B/SSRed SoxDEWMAN's Team
MLB Network's Jon Morosi reported Monday that the Arizona Diamondbacks are among the "serious suitors" for free-agent shortstop Xander Bogaerts. The 30-year-old made his big-league debut while current Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen was a top executive with the Red Sox. Bogaerts remains one of the top available shortstops in the free-agent pool at the position, with Trea Turner signing a huge 11-year, $300 million contract Monday with the Phillies. While Bogaerts had a relatively down season in 2022, he still slashed .307/.377/.456 with 15 home runs, 73 RBI and eight stolen bases. It remains to be seen if Bogaerts will command or expect a deal the size of Turner's, but he is a top option for teams looking to fill or upgrade at the position.
Source: Jon Morosi - Twitter.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Dec 5 202213:07Mets Sign Justin VerlanderJustin VerlanderSPTigersJobu
The New York Mets signed right-hander Justin Verlander on Monday to a two-year, $86 million deal. The deal includes a vesting option for a third year at $35 million. Verlander will make $43.3 million per year and will also have a full no-trade clause in his move to the National League. His 2025 option vests as a player option if he pitches 140 innings in 2024. The Mets lost Jacob deGrom to the Texas Rangers in free agency and replace him with the 2022 American League Cy Young winner. Verlander will turn 40 in February, but even after missing all of 2021 after having Tommy John surgery, he seemed to be better than ever and finished 2022 by going 18-4 with a league-best 1.75 ERA (2.49 FIP), a league-best 0.83 WHIP, 185 strikeouts and 29 walks in 175 innings over 28 starts for the Houston Astros. Despite his age, he'll be a highly coveted fantasy ace in 2023.
Source: MLB Network - Jon HeymanRotoBaller.com
Sat Dec 3 202213:27Orioles Agree With Kyle GibsonKyle GibsonSPTwinsFree Agent
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal, pending a physical, with free-agent right-hander Kyle Gibson on Saturday, according to a source. Gibson isn't a big fantasy name, but he should be able to eat some innings for the O's in 2023. The 35-year-old spent last season with the Philadelphia Phillies, going 10-8 with a 5.05 ERA (4.28 FIP), a 1.34 WHIP, 144 strikeouts and 48 walks in 167 2/3 innings pitched over his 31 starts. Gibson has a below-average strikeout rate and probably won't fare too well in another hitter-friendly ballpark in the tough American League East. Gibson will likely take up residence at the back of the Orioles starting rotation next season.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Sat Dec 3 202211:27Mets, Yankees Interested In Justin Verlander, Carlos RodonJustin VerlanderSPTigersJobu
Carlos RodónSPWhite SoxFree Agent
The New York Mets and New York Yankees are among the teams talking to the top two remaining free-agent starting pitchers. At the moment, the Mets seem more intrigued by right-hander Justin Verlander, while the Yankees seem more focused on Carlos Rodon. The Baltimore Orioles are among the many teams in on Rodon. The Houston Astros and Verlander are far apart in talks, which has opened the door for other teams to swoop in on Verlander, the 2022 American League Cy Young winner. The Mets might be the favorites to land one of Verlander or Rodon now that Jacob deGrom signed a five-year deal with the Texas Rangers. Verlander will require a shorter-term contract than Rodon given his age.
Source: MLB Network - Jon HeymanRotoBaller.com
Sat Dec 3 202211:09Mets Now Looking At Justin VerlanderJustin VerlanderSPTigersJobu
The New York Mets have moved their attention to free-agent starting pitcher Justin Verlander after right-hander Jacob deGrom signed a five-year deal with the Texas Rangers on Friday. The Mets never got to make a final offer to deGrom before he chose the Rangers. Verlander is reportedly seeking a three-year deal, which the Houston Astros don't want to do, which has opened the door for other teams to jump in. The Mets will likely have to pay close to the $37 million per year that deGrom got for the Rangers to land Verlander, but a deal for Verlander won't be nearly as long as deGrom's. With deGrom leaving for the American League, the Mets are looking for another top arm to pair with Max Scherzer at the top of their starting rotation for the 2023 season.
Source: SNY - Andy MartinoRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202220:13Jacob deGrom Signs Five-Year Deal With RangersJacob deGromSPMetsFactory
The Texas Rangers have signed right-hander Jacob deGrom to a five-year, $185 million deal on Friday, according to sources. His physical is passed and the deal is done. The contract includes a conditional sixth-year option that would take the total deal to $222 million, and it includes a full no-trade clause. Despite dealing with plenty of injuries over the last several years, deGrom priced him out of New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's range this offseason. The four-time All-Star and two-time Cy Young winner was still great when healthy in 2022, going 5-4 with a 3.08 ERA (2.13 FIP), a 0.75 WHIP, 102 strikeouts and just eight walks in 11 starts (64 1/3 innings). He'll now become Texas' ace for a Rangers team desperate for better starting pitching. deGrom is a risk-reward injury-prone fantasy ace.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff PassanRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202218:07Jason Castro Announces His RetirementJason CastroC/DHAstrosFree Agent
Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro officially announced his retirement from professional baseball on Friday on his personal Twitter account. "Today, I officially announce my retirement from Major League Baseball. Over the last 15 years of pro ball, I have been blessed with many incredible opportunities and have met so many people along the way that helped me achieve more than I could have ever imagined," Castro wrote. The 35-year-old backstop will finish his career with 12 seasons played at the highest level and a slash line of .227/.312/.387 with 97 home runs, 325 RBI, 368 runs scored and six stolen bases for the Astros (eight seasons), Minnesota Twins, San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Angels.
Source: Jason Castro on TwitterRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202217:40Yankees In On Justin Verlander, Carlos RodonJustin VerlanderSPTigersJobu
Carlos RodónSPWhite SoxFree Agent
The New York Yankees are in on free-agent starting pitchers Justin Verlander and Carlos Rodon. They aren't as much in on right-hander Jacob deGrom for what he sees ($40 million-plus). Outfielder Aaron Judge remains the main target for the Bombers, but the Yankees also want to add a big starter this offseason as well. Verlander is reportedly seeking a three-year deal for around $130 million in free agency, and the Houston Astros don't want to give him three years, so it could open up the door for the Yankees or another team to swoop in. Adding an arm like Verlander or Rodon to pair with ace Gerrit Cole would immediately upgrade New York's starting rotation in 2023.
Source: MLB Network - Jon HeymanRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202217:30Chris Martin Agrees With Red SoxChris MartinRP/SPRockiesFree Agent
The Boston Red Sox agreed to a two-year, $17.5 million deal with right-handed reliever Chris Martin on Friday, pending a physical, according to sources familiar with the deal. The 36-year-old was excellent for the Los Angeles Dodgers after a deadline trade and parlayed that performance into a multi-year deal on the open market this offseason. He began the 2022 campaign with the Chicago Cubs and had a 4.31 ERA and 1.34 WHIP in 31 1/3 relief innings before joining the Dodgers in the second half. With LA, he allowed just four earned runs on 12 hits while walking one and striking out 34 hitters in 24 2/3 innings. Martin will look to help a Boston bullpen that was pretty bad last season, and he should pitch in high-leverage situations.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff PassanRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202217:08Mariners Acquire Kolten Wong From The BrewersKolten Wong2BCardinalsFactory
The Seattle Mariners acquired second baseman Kolten Wong from the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday in exchange for outfielder Jesse Winker and third baseman Abraham Toro, according to sources. The Brewers picked up Wong's $10 million club option for the 2023 season but then dealt him to Seattle on Friday. In Seattle, Wong will become the everyday second baseman next year, replacing free-agent Adam Frazier at the keystone. The 32-year-old veteran will be leaving a hitter-friendly ballpark for a more pitcher-friendly one in the Pacific Northwest, so he could see some regression at the plate in 2023 after slashing .251/.339/.430 with a career-high 15 home runs, 47 RBI, 65 runs scored and 17 stolen bases in 134 games in 2022. Wong will have plenty of opportunities to score runs in this Mariners lineup.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202211:42Zack Britton Should Be Full-Go For Spring TrainingZack BrittonRP/SPOriolesStrafford's Old Men
Free-agent left-handed reliever Zack Britton (elbow) has started his normal offseason throwing program and should be full-go in spring training. Britton recovered from Tommy John surgery in time to pitch in three games for the New York Yankees to close out the regular season, but he was shut down before the playoffs with shoulder fatigue. He is seeking a one-year deal as he approaches his 35th birthday on Dec. 22, and he figures to attract interest now that he's healthy. In his first two seasons with the Yankees, the veteran southpaw had a 1.90 ERA before his elbow issues started last season.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202211:37White Sox Looking To Trade For Salvador Perez?Salvador PerezCRoyalsWho's on First
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez is close with new Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol, his former catching instructor and bench coach with the Royals. They are so close, it stands to reason that the White Sox might think about asking for Perez in a trade. The 32-year-old regressed offensively from his 48-home run, .859 OPS campaign in 2021 and he will earn $20 million in 2023, occupying around one-fourth of KC's payroll. Perez is also guaranteed $20 million in 2024, $22 million in 205 and a $2 million buyout on a $13.5 million club option in 2026. But the Royals aren't inclined to trade Perez, and certainly not to a team within their division. He's the last remaining player from the 2015 World Series team, and the Royals view him as an important piece of their offense. Teams aren't even bothering to ask about his availability, according to major-league sources.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202211:24Giants, Mariners Interested In Kolten WongKolten Wong2BCardinalsFactory
The San Francisco Giants and Seattle Mariners are among the teams interested in trading for Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Kolten Wong, who will earn $10 million in 2023, according to sources. The Los Angeles Dodgers also like Wong. The Brewers have already traded outfielder Hunter Renfroe and parted with relievers Brad Boxberger and Brent Suter and are expected to move Wong to create an opening for rookie Brice Turang. Milwaukee picked up Wong's 2023 club option, but he might not be with them next season after hitting .262/.337/.439 over the last two years with the club. In 134 games last season, Wong had a career-high 15 home runs, 47 RBI, 65 runs scored and 17 stolen bases for the Brew Crew.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 2 202211:06Astros, Justin Verlander Remain Far ApartJustin VerlanderSPTigersJobu
The Houston Astros and free-agent starting pitcher Justin Verlander are "far apart" in talks, according to sources. Verlander is seeking $130 million for three years after winning the 2022 American League Cy Young, and the Astros seem pessimistic on Verlander, which may open the door for teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets and New York Yankees. "Quietly, they prefer not to sign him for three years. Verlander was great in-season but they carried him in the postseason," one person familiar with the Astros' thinking said. "No one [in Houston] wants to go three [years]," another source adds. The Mets are "tempted" by a Verlander-Max Scherzer reunion from their days with the Detroit Tigers.
Source: New York Post - Jon HeymanRotoBaller.com
Thu Dec 1 202211:24Trevor Rosenthal Says He's HealthyTrevor RosenthalRPCardinalsDEWMAN's Team
Free-agent relief pitcher Trevor Rosenthal (lat) said he is healthy and is looking for an opportunity to pitch in 2023. Rosenthal last pitched in the big leagues in the shortened 2020 season with the Kansas City Royals and San Diego Padres, posting a legitimate 1.90 ERA (2.22 FIP), a 0.84 WHIP, 11 saves and 38 strikeouts in 23 2/3 relief innings. He then signed a one-year deal with the Oakland Athletics for the 2021 season but never pitched after having thoracic outlet surgery on his shoulder and then surgery to fix a torn labrum in his hip that summer. Rosenthal signed with the San Francisco Giants late this season, but hamstring and lat injuries kept him from pitching with the team. It remains to be seen if a team will take a chance on the hard-throwing, injury-prone right-hander for the 2023 season.
Source: Bally Sports Midwest - Jim HayesRotoBaller.com
Thu Dec 1 202211:09Anthony Gose Re-Signs With GuardiansAnthony GoseCF/LF/RFBlue JaysFree Agent
The Cleveland Guardians agreed to re-sign left-hander Anthony Gose (elbow) to a two-year minor-league deal on Thursday, according to sources. Gose continues to rehab after having Tommy John surgery in September, and he will not be able to play at all in 2023. The deal pays him $1 million per season if he's in the big leagues. The 32-year-old former outfielder went 3-0 for the Guardians in 2022 and posted a 4.71 ERA (5.06 FIP), a 1.38 WHIP, 28 strikeouts and 14 walks in 21 innings pitched in the big leagues over 22 relief appearances. He's obviously well off the fantasy radar and won't even pitch for Cleveland next season.
Source: FanSided - Robert MurrayRotoBaller.com
Wed Nov 30 202200:19Dodgers Agree To MLB Deal With Shelby MillerShelby MillerSPCardinalsStrafford's Old Men
MLB Network's Jon Heyman reported Tuesday that the Los Angeles Dodgers have reached an agreement for a big-league deal with pitcher Shelby Miller. Details of the deal were not disclosed. The 32-year-old righty had a solid few seasons at the beginning of his career as a starter, but he has failed to post an ERA below 4.00 since 2015. He pitched just seven innings in 2022 out of the bullpen with the Giants with a poor 6.43 ERA. It remains to be seen what role he may play with the Dodgers, but Miller still holds almost no fantasy value at this time, despite his landing spot.
Source: Jon Heyman - Twitter.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Nov 29 202200:08Pirates Interested In Kyle GibsonKyle GibsonSPTwinsFree Agent
The Pittsburgh Pirates are reportedly one of the teams interested in free-agent starting pitcher Kyle Gibson, per MLB Network's Jon Heyman. The 35-year-old compiled a 10-8 record with a poor 5.05 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 20.1% strikeout rate in 31 starts with the Phillies in 2022. However, he was a useful fantasy streamer at times throughout the season and had a more encouraging 4.06 SIERA. Gibson's high WHIP and low strikeout numbers have always limited his fantasy upside, and going to a team with a poor offense like the Pirates would further limit his potential fantasy value.
Source: Jon Heyman - Twitter.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Nov 29 202200:02Miguel Cabrera To Retire After 2023 SeasonMiguel Cabrera1B/3BTigersFactory
Detroit Tigers designated hitter Miguel Cabrera announced Monday that the 2023 season will be his last. It will be the 21st season of the 39-year-old's Hall-of-Fame career. Cabrera hasn't been fantasy relevant for the past several seasons and slashed .254/.305/.317 with five home runs and 43 RBI through 433 plate appearances in 2022. However, he spent over a decade as a top corner infield and overall fantasy option with the Florida Marlins and the Tigers.
Source: Jason Beck - MLB.comRotoBaller.com
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