MLB Trade Rumors

The Twins announced that they claimed right-hander Zack Weiss off waivers from the Red Sox. They also made their previously–reported signings of first baseman Carlos Santana and right-hander Jay Jackson official. To open spots on their 40-man roster for those three players, outfielder Bubba Thompson as well as right-handers Daniel Duarte and Jordan Balazovic were designated for … [Read more...] about Twins Claim Zack Weiss, Designate Three Players

The Red Sox have agreed to a minor league contract with veteran right-hander Michael Fulmer, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. Fulmer isn’t expected to pitch in 2024 after undergoing a UCL revision in his right elbow back in October. As such, it’s a two-year minor league pact, per Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. Presumably, that’ll come with a 2025 spring training … [Read more...] about Red Sox, Michael Fulmer Agree To Minor League Deal

The Red Sox have acquired catcher Tyler Heineman from the Mets, per announcements from both teams. The latter club, who designated Heineman for assignment earlier this week, receive cash considerations in return. The Sox designated right-hander Max Castillo for assignment in a corresponding move. Heineman, 33, is a switch-hitting catcher with part-time exposure in the big … [Read more...] about Red Sox Acquire Tyler Heineman, Designate Max Castillo

The Blue Jays, Pirates, Reds, Red Sox, and Yankees have all shown interest in veteran second baseman/left fielder Tony Kemp, FanSided’s Robert Murray reports.  These are the first teams linked to Kemp this offseason, as the 32-year-old is a free agent for the first time in his career. One of the few experienced players on a young and rebuilding A’s team, Kemp has spent the last … [Read more...] about Tony Kemp Getting Interest From Five Teams

With David Rubenstein’s ownership group set to buy the Orioles, there have been some inevitable questions about which MLB team might be the next to be put onto the market.  The Twins can be firmly removed from that discussion, as Joe Pohlad told Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune that “we are not considering [selling].  We are in it for the long term.” Carl Pohlad … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Twins, Pohlad, Turner, Suter, Rockies, Marlins

Earlier this offseason, the Mets were frequently rumored to be interested in adding a bat to their DH mix after parting ways with Dan Vogelbach at the non-tender deadline back in November. It now appears the club may have other priorities, however. According to a recent report from Will Sammon of The Athletic, the club intends to stick with its internal options at DH rather … [Read more...] about Latest On Mets’, Red Sox’ DH Plans

Tommy Pham stands as one of the better outfielders still on the open market. With Spring Training a couple weeks away, the 10-year MLB veteran is fielding interest from a handful of teams. Juan Toribio of MLB.com tweets that eight-plus clubs remain in contact with Pham’s camp. Jon Heyman of the New York Post indicates the Red Sox have some degree of interest. Boston chief … [Read more...] about Latest On Tommy Pham’s Market

Former Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein will have a role with the team once again, as Sportico’s Brendan Coffey reports that Epstein is set to join Fenway Sports Group as a partial owner and senior advisor. Red Sox principal owner John Henry and chairman Tom Werner hold those same respective titles with the FSG conglomerate, which owns the Red Sox, Pittsburgh Penguins, … [Read more...] about Theo Epstein Joins Fenway Sports Group As Partial Owner, Senior Advisor