In his first season as a Dodger, Ohtani surpassed even the highest expectations on his way to his first World Series title and third MVP award.
The Yankees slugger's postseason slump didn't affect the BBWAA voting, which is done before the playoffs.
Shohei Ohtani helped lead the Dodgers to a World Series title in his first season with the team.
Yes, the Yankees captain underwhelmed in a 14-game postseason sample, but his 2024 was, by OPS+, the best season by a hitter since Barry Bonds in 2004.
Robo umps are nearly here.
The overwhelming majority of international amateur free agents are Latin American teenagers, but once in a blue moon, a player such as Sasaki makes the leap and upsets the system.
This is Chris Sale's first Cy Young award.
Everyone hoping for a decision from Roki Sasaki is going to have wait until 2025.
The Tigers' left-hander now has a Cy Young Award to go with his AL pitching Triple Crown.
Skubal is still ascending as Detroit's ace, while Sale's resurgence in Atlanta marks the latest chapter in his storied career.
The Red Sox are in the mix for Juan Soto and could also upgrade their starting rotation this winter.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, whether Ichiro will be the next unanimous selection, review the results from the Rookie and Manager of the Year awards and talk about a new suitor for Juan Soto.
Everyone expected Murphy's Brewers to take a step back this season. They won one more game instead.
Vogt replaced a Hall of Famer in Terry Francona. It worked out for the Guardians.
The Orioles also have questions to address in the outfield and at catcher.
Gil replaced Gerrit Cole in the Yankees' rotation during spring training, then did his best Gerrit Cole impression.
Skenes is the first Pirate to win the award since Jason Bay in 2004.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about teams trying to impress Juan Soto with their meetings, which players are worth watching as trade season arrive and the Orioles changing the dimensions of Camden Yards again.
The 2025 Hall of Fame ballot is crammed full of former players you know and love.
Can the Yankees' star match the biggest outlier contract in sports?
Graterol is one of several Dodgers who have undergone surgery in the early MLB offseason.
For the lucky person who finds the card, it might just be an offer they can't refuse.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan as they discuss which teams intrigue them the most this offseason before making their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.
The Dodgers have been interested in Adames, and even with Mookie Betts moving back to the infield, Adames would make sense in L.A. Other teams that could make a run at him include the Giants and Braves.
L.A.'s campaign ended on the ultimate high note, but that’s not to say the Dodgers won’t be busy this winter.
Dave Sims is replacing John Sterling as the new radio voice for the New York Yankees.
We're in Year 6 of the league doing its All-MLB awards.
Of course the Mets and Yankees are on the list. Allowing Soto to walk would do remarkable damage to the Yanks' credibility going forward.
If the Mets reel in the big fish, they’ll operate somewhat more judiciously to fill out the roster. If the Mets miss out on Soto, their pivot could be a windfall for other highly touted free agents.
The repairs to Tropicana Field are projected at $55.7 million and would not be finished until after the 2025 season.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman take a look at all the finalists for the 2024 MLB end-of-year awards, give an update on the Juan Soto sweepstakes, answer fan questions from the Bar-B-Cast mailbag and recap all the latest baseball news.
The historic ball sold for a record-shattering $4.4 million at auction last month.
Bregman’s wealth of playoff experience, renowned work ethic and rep as a clubhouse leader are some of the headlining features of his case as one of this winter’s premier free agents.
The Dodgers and Padres led the way with three Silver Slugger winners each.
Sasaki is a monster talent, one who could develop into a soul-snatching, Cy Young-level pitcher. He offers a rare combination of current ability and upside. The only real total package comparison is Paul Skenes.
The Rays' stadium can be repaired — but will it?
D'Arnaud joins the Angels after a five-year stint in Atlanta that included an All-Star bid in 2022.
GM Dana Brown wants to keep Bregman in H-Town for the remainder of his career. But free agency always opens the door to change. And if Bregman decides to leave, Houston will have to pivot.
There were few surprises among the finalists for MLB's end-of-season awards, led by Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge and Paul Skenes.
A Soto return would create a fascinating outfield situation — a good problem but still a problem.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by Yuri Karasawa to talk about Roki Sasaki getting posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines, why he’s now a top free agent this offseason and which MLB teams might have an advantage in signing him.
Admirers left items at the Rose statue outside the ballpark and could walk by an urn with the baseball legend's ashes.
McCullough replaces Skip Schumaker, who parted ways with the club at the end of the regular season.
Here's why every MLB team wants Roki Sasaki to be posted after Dec. 1.
The Japanese flamethrower is suddenly one of the biggest free agents of the MLB offseason.
This offseason's free-agent class is headlined by a generational hitter and full of fascinating players at a variety of positions.
Don't be surprised if the bidding war for the 26-year-old outfielder surpasses $600 million.
After a sensational season in L.A., Hernández has set himself up to earn a lucrative, multi-year contract this winter.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the Juan Soto free agency sweepstakes kicking off, the annual Scott Boras pun-fest at the GM meetings and make their picks for this week's The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.
Boone has managed the Yankees since 2018, leading them to the ALCS three times and the 2024 World Series.
