In the run-up to the 2016 Major League Baseball non-waiver trade deadline the New York Yankees dealt away a pair of premier relief pitchers to help replenish their minor league system.On July 25, New York dealt Aroldis Chapman to the Chicago Cubs for a four-player package that included shortstop prospect Gleyber Torres. Then on July 31, the Yanks dealt away Andrew … Continue reading Yankees should keep on selling
Orioles have Wieters replacement in minors
The Baltimore Orioles are losing a pivotal player in their longtime catcher, but his replacement is on the way from the minor league system.The Baltimore Orioles made a decision earlier this week not to extend a qualifying offer to their longtime catcher Matt Wieters.Wieters thus becomes a free agent, eligible to sign with any team at any time. The … Continue reading Orioles have Wieters replacement in minors
Braves sign R.A. Dickey
The Atlanta Braves made a move today to add a veteran starting pitcher to what is a mostly young rotation, signing knuckleballer R.A. Dickey to a one-year deal.Dickey was the 2012 National League Cy Young Award winner while with the New York Mets. That year he went 20-6 with a 2.73 ERA and 1.053 WHIP. He led the NL in strikeouts, … Continue reading Braves sign R.A. Dickey
Cardinals pitching pipeline set to deliver again
The St. Louis Cardinals have always produced strong homegrown talent, and a trio of pitchers are coming to continue that tradition.The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the most successful teams in Major League Baseball history, arguably the National League's most consistently successful. The Cards have reached the MLB postseason a dozen times already in this new … Continue reading Cardinals pitching pipeline set to deliver again
Bryce Harper will return strong in 2017
Washington Nationals young superstar outfielder Bryce Harper had a "down" season in 2016, but will return to dominating form in the 2017 season.Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper was the National League Most Valuable Player in 2015 at just 22 years of age.In that 2015 season, Harper hit for a .330/.460/.649 slash line with 42 home runs, 99 … Continue reading Bryce Harper will return strong in 2017
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