Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Yusei Kikuchi signing with the Angels, update the Juan Soto sweepstakes, answer questions from the BBQ Mailbag, and remember 1970 National League batting champ Rico Carty.
MLB swaps Rays’ July, August home dates with Angels, Twins due to Tampa’s move to Steinbrenner Field
Rather than play home games in oppressive summer humidity, the Rays will now play the Angels and Twins in April and May, respectively.
Robinson Chirinos replaces Fredi González as Baltimore Orioles bench coach
Robinson Chirinos was a big league catcher in 11 seasons through 2022, finishing with the Orioles.
Kyle Farmer guaranteed $3.25 million in 1-year deal with Colorado Rockies
Colorado announced the agreement after failing to offer a 2025 contract to Brendan Rodgers, making the former first-round pick a free agent.
2024 Fantasy Baseball Breakout: Bryce Miller
Bryce Miller was a fourth round pick by the Mariners in the 2021 MLB draft and never appeared higher than 98th on MLB Pipeline’s Top-100 prospect list.
Shaikin: Yes, the Angels are signing players. But what can they expect from Mike Trout?
The Angels are spending in free agency during the offseason. But if this is really about contention, the Angels are back to being all about Mike Trout.
Yusei Kikuchi, Los Angeles Angels reportedly agree to three-year, $63M contract
Kikuchi finished 9-10 with a 4.05 ERA in 32 starts this year for Toronto and Houston.
Report: Yusei Kikuchi and the Los Angeles Angels agree to a 3-year, $63 million contract
Yusei Kikuchi was 9-10 with a 4.05 ERA in 32 starts in 2024 for Toronto and Houston.
Ranking Mets’ Top 5 free agent starting pitching targets
As the Mets rebuild their starting rotation, free agents Roki Sasaki and Blake Snell are among the top names on the market.
Angels, veteran LHP Yusei Kikuchi reportedly agree to 3-year, $63 million deal
The Angels are being aggressive as they put together their 2025 team.
Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title with the Atlanta Braves, dies at 85
Carty batted .299 with 204 homers and 890 RBIs over 15 years in the majors. He retired after the 1979 season.
Report: Giants among teams evaluating NPB ace Sugano
The San Francisco Giants reportedly are among the MLB teams evaluating Japanese right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano.
Zaidi clarifies Giants lineup controversy with Melvin after firing
Former San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi and manager Bob Melvin spoke to The San Francisco Chronicle about the team's lineup controversy.
Stay or Go: Should Mets re-sign Drew Smith?
Drew Smith has been one of the Mets’ most consistent bullpen arms, but injuries have played a huge part in his career. Should the Mets bring Smith back?
Chris Woodward rejoins Dodgers staff as first base coach
Chris Woodward, who worked as the Dodgers' third base coach before managing the Texas Rangers, returns to the Dodgers as their new first base coach.