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Blake Snell traded to Padres in five-player deal with Rays

Blake Snell is on the move to the San Diego Padres. The Padres and Tampa Bay Rays agreed to a trade on Sunday night involving the former AL Cy Young…

Hall of Famer Phil Niekro dies — dead at 81

Major League Baseball lost a legend over the weekend, as Hall of Fame pitcher Phil Niekro has died. The Atlanta Braves announced on Sunday that Niekro died the night before…

Pirates GM hints at firesale after Josh Bell trade

The Pittsburgh Pirates could be a team to watch this offseason, as it sounds like they’re willing to unload anything of value as they embark on a rebuild. The Pirates…

Tony La Russa receives slap on the wrist for second DUI

Tony La Russa was arrested for driving while under the influence for the second time back in February, but the Hall of Famer has once again gotten off with a…

Blue Jays manager reveals big concern he hears from free agent targets

The Toronto Blue Jays have been linked to a lot of big names on the free agent market this offseason, but have yet to land anyone. Part of that is…

David Price not certain to return to Dodgers in 2021

David Price sat out the 2020 MLB season due to concerns about COVID-19, and the Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher apparently has yet to commit to 2021. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts…

Report: Nationals have interest in Yadier Molina

There appears to be a growing possibility that Yadier Molina actually could leave the St. Louis Cardinals. Molina has received interest from multiple teams, and one fit may be the…

Kris Bryant expected to open season with Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have explored trade possibilities for Kris Bryant this offseason, but it sounds like the star third baseman will remain with the team at least into the spring.…

Yankees still expected to re-sign DJ LeMahieu

The New York Yankees are in negotiations with DJ LeMahieu, and the sides are expected to come to an agreement on a contract at some point. YES Network’s Jack Curry…

Report: Cleveland Indians will drop team nickname

The Cleveland Indians have decided to drop their nickname and change to a new one, according to a report. David Waldstein and Michael S. Schmidt of the New York Times…