A running theme for the New York Mets depth chart under the vision David Stearns includes backup catchers with the ability to play the field, too. We haven’t seen the Mets deploy this in any fashion at the major league level yet, but they may gain more of an opportunity if there’s any interest in…
David Stearns operates differently than Billy Eppler ever did. Which current contracts would he have likely not offered and which would he have rushed to slide across the table? If David Stearns got to the New York Mets a year earlier, how much differently would they look? A shrewder baseball executive than Billy Eppler who…
Now that first baseman Pete Alonso’s camp has told the New York Mets he is willing to accept a three-year contract with opt-outs, other prominent free agents are contemplating whether to follow suit. At least two — right-hander Jack Flaherty and outfielder Anthony Santander — are open to considering short-term deals with high average annual…
Abdul Carter sends a heartfelt farewell to his friends and teammates at Penn State. After watching his Nittany Lions come up just short of Notre Dame in their pursuit of a National Championship, Abdul Carter made a move no one saw coming: he officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. … okay, maybe that was the…
Jaylen Reed will declare for the NFL Draft after four years at Penn State. Following its semifinal exit in the College Football Playoffs, Penn State will send another elite defender to the 2025 NFL Draft. Two days after top-five prospect Abdul Carter officially declared, All-Big Ten safety Jaylen Reed has decided to follow him. Reed, a fourth-year…
A potential Houston Astros outfield target is now open to a short-term deal and could help replace Kyle Tucker. The Houston Astros have a weak spot in their outfield after trading Kyle Tucker. Tucker, one of the better hitters in the sport, is nearly impossible to replace. The Astros can’t do anything but attempt to replicate his production,…
Free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is predicted to remain with the Mets on a short-term deal. With spring training on the horizon, one thing remains the same this winter: the New York Mets and free agent first baseman Pete Alonso have yet to agree on a new contract. After six seasons in the major leagues, Alonso…
It’s hard to say where the San Diego Padres stand heading into the 2025 season, and it’s largely due to their inactivity in free agency. Amid an ownership dispute and uncertain television revenue, the Padres don’t look to be in a position to spend big this winter. In fact, they might have to trade a…
The New York Mets are spending their January so far playing a game of chicken. After six productive seasons in Queens, four-time All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso hit free agency hoping to cash in a big-time contract. Unfortunately, the market for his services hasn’t materialized the way he or agent Scott Boras had hoped. Alonso…
With MLB’s arbitration-eligible contracts largely settled and a few relief pitchers finally picked up in free agency, perhaps the bullpen market has begun to move. The Mets, who have work to do beyond Pete Alonso and could use a late-inning complement to Edwin Diaz, are paying attention. The Blue Jays signed 2024 All-Star Jeff Hoffman to a three-year, $33 million…
After being snubbed for the Pro Bowl, Joseph is rewarded with All-Pro honors after a stellar season One short week ago, Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph was left off the NFL Pro Bowl team, despite leading the league with nine interceptions and earning the highest grade at his position (90.7) from Pro Football Focus. When…
David Montgomery will provide boost to Lions’ offense in playoffs. 1.) Which team presents Lions biggest challenge in divisional round? Christian Booher: I’ve always subscribed to the thought that it’s hard to beat a good team three times, so I’ll take the Vikings here. Though the Lions’ defense dominated in the Week 18 matchup, Kevin O’Connell is a…