Category Archives: MLB

Game On: Yoan Moncada is a Free Agent

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Yoan Moncada has been waiting for quite some time, but – as of today – he is officially a free agent. The star prospect is now free to sign with any Major League Baseball team and make lots and lots … Continue reading →

Posted in Baseball, Boston Red Sox, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Chicago Cubs, Free Agency, International Signing, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, MLB, New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, Yoan Moncada | 1 Comment

Karma’s Out to Get You, Kris Bryant

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Justin Kunkel

Dear Kris Bryant, Congratulations on becoming the top-ranked player in Minor League Baseball! I’m sure this is a very exciting time for you as you try to prove to your Major League affiliate that you are the perfect for for … Continue reading →

Posted in Baseball, Bryce Harper, Byron Buxton, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Chicago Cubs, ESPN, Injuries, Jurickson Profar, Kris Bryant, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Texas Rangers, Washington Nationals | Leave a comment

Fastball Special

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Ryan

Recently, it was announced that Minor League Baseball plans to institute a “pitch clock” during the 2015 season. This will be used as a trial and – if it goes well – could be brought to Major League Baseball in an … Continue reading →

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Cubs Legend Ernie Banks Passes Away

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Ernie Banks died Friday night at the age of 83. Banks was a Hall of Fame shortstop and first baseman who spent his entire career with the Chicago Cubs from 1953 to 1971. Over those 19 years, Banks hit .274/.330/.500 … Continue reading →

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Oakland Closer Sean Doolittle Expected to Miss Opening Day with Shoulder Injury

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

There is some unfortunate news coming out of Oakland this evening. We’re learning that Athletics closer Sean Doolittle has a “slight” rotator cuff tear and significant inflammation in his pitcher shoulder. The lefty received a platelet-rich plasma injection, but he … Continue reading →

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Trade Brewing: Milwaukee and Philadelphia Discussing Jonathan Papelbon Trade

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

In a move that makes very little sense for Milwaukee, the Brewers are reportedly deep in talks to acquire closer Jonathan Papelbon from the Philadelphia Phillies. Philadelphia has been trying to move Papelbon for quite some time as the club … Continue reading →

Posted in Baseball, Casey Janssen, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Francisco Rodriguez, Jonathan Papelbon, Milwaukee Brewers, MLB, MLB Trades, Philadelphia Phillies, Rafael Soriano, Trade Rumors | 3 Comments

Marlins to Sign Veteran Outfielder Ichiro Suzuki

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Marlins are putting the finishing touches on a very busy offseason and are reportedly working to finalize a deal with outfielder Ichiro Suzuki. It was rumored that Miami had offered the 41-year-old a one year, $2 million deal and … Continue reading →

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Giants Bring Back Veteran Starter Ryan Vogelsong

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The San Francisco Giants have agreed to terms on a one-year, $4 million with Ryan Vogelsong. Vogelsong, 37, is coming off a 2014 season where he posted a 4.00 ERA, 1.278 WHIP, and a 151/58 K/BB ratio over 184.2 innings … Continue reading →

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Braves and Jonny Gomes Agree on One-Year Deal

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Atlanta Braves continued plugging holes for the 2015 season with the signing of outfielder Jonny Gomes to a one-year, $4 million deal with a vesting option. Gomes, 34, had a rough 2014 hitting just .234/.327/.330 with eight doubles, six … Continue reading →

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White Sox Add Veterans Jesse Crain and Geovany Soto

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Chicago White Sox continued their offseason overhaul today by signing reliever Jesse Crain and catcher Geovany Soto to minor league deals. Both veterans receive an invite to big league camp as part of their pacts with Chicago. Crain, 33, … Continue reading →

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Blue Jays and Orioles Reportedly Nearing a Swap of Dan Duquette for a Top Pitching Prospect

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Dan Duquette has been responsible for a number of huge acquisitions throughout his career and it’s looking like he might have another one up his sleeve in Baltimore. Unfortunately, he won’t be around to reap the rewards of this addition, … Continue reading →

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Atlanta Braves Reunite with Kelly Johnson

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Atlanta Braves signed former first-round draft pick Kelly Johnson to a minor league deal with an invite to big league camp. Johnson, 32, is coming off the worst season of his career where he hit .215/.296/.362 with 14 doubles, … Continue reading →

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Johan Santana’s Latest Comeback Bid Halted by Shoulder Pain

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Johan Santana’s comeback has hit another speed bump. Last week we covered Santana’s return to the mound for the Navegantes del Magallanes in the Venezuelan Winter League. Santana looked good, pitching two perfect innings against and facing a number of … Continue reading →

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Houston Astros Sign Outfielder Colby Rasmus

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Astros and free agent outfielder Colby Rasmus have agreed on a one-year, $8 million deal for the 2015 season. The signing comes just one day after Houston traded center fielder Dexter Fowler to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for … Continue reading →

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Trade Complete: Yovani Gallardo to Rangers, Trio of Prospects to Brewers

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

It took a while, but Yovani Gallardo is officially headed to Texas. We reported Sunday evening about the developing deal between the Rangers and Brewers to send the long-time Milwaukee ace to Texas; but any additional details were few and … Continue reading →