MLB Trade Rumors

It was another modest offseason for the Pirates, who are banking on their young arms to carry them into contention. Major League Signings LHP Andrew Heaney: One year, $5.25MM DH/OF Andrew McCutchen: One year, $5MM OF Tommy Pham: One year, $4.025MM LHP Caleb Ferguson: One year, $3MM 2B/OF Adam Frazier: One year, $1.525MM LHP Tim Mayza: One year, $1.15MM RHP Elvis Alvarado: … [Read more...] about Offseason In Review: Pittsburgh Pirates

There are still several starting pitchers available in free agency and it’s possible that mounting injuries could help create new opportunities for them. Ken Rosenthal and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic report that the Cubs and Orioles are two clubs exploring rotation additions. The Cubs reportedly had some talks with Andrew Heaney before he signed with the Pirates and are … [Read more...] about Cubs, Orioles Exploring Rotation Additions

With fewer than three weeks until Opening Day, Alex Verdugo remains unsigned. The former Dodgers, Red Sox and Yankees outfielder stands as one of the higher-profile names who’s yet to come to terms on a deal with a team for the upcoming season. He’s been tied to each of the Astros, Pirates and Angels over the course of the offseason, although the former two clubs have since … [Read more...] about Latest On Alex Verdugo

The Pirates have claimed right-hander Justin Lawrence off waivers from the Rockies, reports Thomas Harding of MLB.com. Colorado placed Lawrence on waivers over the weekend. The Bucs haven’t formally announced the claim and will need to make a 40-man roster move to accommodate Lawrence once the transaction becomes official. Lawrence, 30, agreed to a $975K salary earlier this … [Read more...] about Pirates Claim Justin Lawrence

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Brewers having an … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Jose Quintana, Luis Gil’s Injury, The Nats’ TV Situation, Salary Floor Talk, And More!