Back in 2005, the Evil Empire, the New York Yankees, had a star-studded roster. On paper, the Yankees lineup seemed unstoppable, with eight former All-Stars in the starting nine, with the other ultimately being the Rookie of the Year that… Read More ›
Free Agent Signings
What Does Jordan Zimmermann’s Deal Mean For The Remaining Free Agent Pitchers?
The Detroit Tigers signed 30-year old starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann to a 5-year, $110 million deal. Is he worth it? And what does this signing mean for the rest of the free agent starting pitcher market? Career Stats for Zimmermann Look at Zimmermann’s… Read More ›
Take Your Pick: Heyward, Gordon, Davis, Upton or Cespedes?
If you were the GM of your favorite team, who would you rather sign this offseason?
Could the Blue Jays sign both David Price and Jordan Zimmerman?
Baseballessential.com estimates that the starting point for a David Price free agent contract would be around $210M over 7 years, and probably closer to $215M. Let’s stay conservative and go with $210M, which equates to $30M per year for those… Read More ›
Jon Lester Signs With The Cubs
Extremely difficult decision for me and my family but we love the outcome and couldn’t be more excited to join the Cubs organization! #NVRQT
— Jon Lester (@JLester31) December 10, 2014
To Red Sox Nation, I understand the disappointment. Boston will always have a big place in my heart and we’ll always consider y’all family!
— Jon Lester (@JLester31) December 10, 2014
It’s great to see Chicago baseball being talked about so much at the Winter meetings!! This town will go nuts this summer!! #LoveIt
— Frank Thomas (@TheBigHurt_35) December 10, 2014
Is $44M over 4 years overspending for Nick Markakis?
An interesting article on Nick Markakis by Mike Petriello of FanGraphs saying that $44M for 4 years is over paying. Not sure I agree. Check out a comparison to Heyward (who I know is much younger, but is getting $13m+/yr.
Hanley vs. Yoenis: Who would you want playing left field?
Really? Move the guy with 31 outfield assists in just 3 seasons?