The Red Sox’ offseason search for starting pitching hasn’t yet produced any results, although that’s in large part due to the holdup that Yoshinobu Yamamoto is placing on the market. Alex Speier of the Boston Globe breaks down the Sox’ interest in Yamamoto and the manner in which said interest has thus far prevented them from making offers elsewhere on the market (e.g. Aaron … [Read more...] about Mariners “Rebuffed” Red Sox’ Interest In Young Starting Pitchers
Cubs, Mariners, Pirates Interested In Josh Naylor
Guardians first baseman Josh Naylor drew trade interest from the Cubs, Mariners, and Pirates during the Winter Meetings, Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. There is no indication that the Guards were in serious talks about a deal, and as Hoynes notes, “for an offensively challenged club, it seems strange that they’d consider trading [Naylor]. But…it never … [Read more...] about Cubs, Mariners, Pirates Interested In Josh Naylor
Mariners Sign Brett de Geus To Minor League Deal
The Mariners have signed right-hander Brett de Geus to a minor league, according to the transactions tracker on his MLB.com profile page. He has since been assigned to Triple-A Tacoma. de Geus, 26, began his professional career when he was selected by the Dodgers in the 33rd round of the 2017 draft. He made his big league debut with the Rangers during the 2021 season, though … [Read more...] about Mariners Sign Brett de Geus To Minor League Deal
Royals Exploring Pitching Market, Have Interest In Seth Lugo
The Royals have been “aggressive” in their search for rotation help this offseason and made an offer to right-hander Sonny Gray before he signed with the Cardinals, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Rosenthal further writes that the Royals are among the teams showing strong interest in right-hander Seth Lugo, who’s drawn widespread interest this winter. Kansas City general … [Read more...] about Royals Exploring Pitching Market, Have Interest In Seth Lugo
Mariners, Diamondbacks Showing Interest In Jorge Soler
The Mariners and Diamondbacks are among the clubs with interest in free agent slugger Jorge Soler, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Soler opted out of the final year and $13MM on his three-year contract with the Marlins at the beginning of the offseason. That decision came as little surprise when looking at Soler’s production this past season. The 31-year-old (32 in … [Read more...] about Mariners, Diamondbacks Showing Interest In Jorge Soler