Rosenthal: MLB owners taking a hard-line stance on a salary cap would be a mistake
The debate over whether a cap would be good for baseball is again taking place not just among owners, but also among fans.
Craig Breslow says Red Sox are still searching for a ‘difference-maker’ bat, relief arm
Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow told MassLive that Boston remains open to adding a right-handed bat and a relief ...
Pete Alonso finally signed. Plus, Phillies’ looming decisions and umpire Pat Hoberg’s firing
Compared to recent offseasons, the Philadelphia Phillies have been a little boring. President of baseball operations David ...
MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal Says the Problem with the Seattle Mariners is Ownership-Based
The Seattle Mariners pitchers and catchers will report to spring training in one week as they get set to embark on the 2025 ...
What Max Scherzer brings to Toronto, plus the Paul Skenes card
This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. I can’t believe the ...
Pirates Sign Former Royals Outfielder
The Pirates have made few free agent signings this offseason, but added some depth to their outfield for 2025. Katie Woo and ...
'Really Worried' About Pete Alonso After Mets Deal, Says Former MLB Network Host
By signing a short-term deal with the New York Mets, Pete Alonso is likely to face problems in free agency next offseason, ...
Longtime MLB starter Lance Lynn draws interest as a potential closer
Some teams still like Lynn as a starter. He could make sense for the San Diego Padres, or the Rangers in a sixth-starter, ...
Happy Top 100 MLB Prospects Day, plus a Bregman-Astros reunion after all?
This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. Rise and shine, it’s Keith ...
Catch up on busy MLB relievers market, plus a must-read story
This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. We have apparently hit the lock-down-your-bullpen portion of the offseason. Plus: Ha-Seong Kim is ...
Pete Alonso’s short-term deal with Mets showcases the need for a bounce-back 2025 season
Three other Scott Boras clients recently opted out of short-term deals after one year, then struck belated free-agent riches.
Bobby Witt Jr.’s omission from ‘The Show’ cover, Phillies’ upcoming big decisions and more MLB notes
Compared to recent offseasons, the Philadelphia Phillies have been a little boring. President of baseball operations David ...