For Travis Jankowski, the text message was a bit out of blue. But, then again, he and Skip Schumaker go way back. The former Texas Rangers outfielder played with Schumaker, now the Rangers’ manager, when the pair were in San Diego in 2016. Schumaker was at the tail end of his career. Jankowski was in the second year of his career. Both were in spring training. Schumaker retired shortly after ... Read more
Ryan Helsley Ignites Buzz by Hinting at a Possible Return to St. Louis, Leaving Cardinals Fans on Edge.yv
With rumors around the St. Louis Cardinals and the offseason in regards to players the team would acquire, one pitcher that could be in contention is Ryan Helsley. As the rumors with the Cardinals will no doubt continue throughout the winter, the pitcher himself will reveal the chances of a reunion. It wasn't that long ago that St. Louis traded Helsley before the last deadline to the New York Mets, where ... Read more
Tigers Enter the Arms Race as the Hunt for This Year’s Top Free-Agent Starters Intensifies.yv
Despite having Tarik Skubal as their ace, the Detroit Tigers could use another dominant arm for the 2026 season. They are expected to be major players for one of the top starting pitchers on the open market over the winter. As it sits, Detroit could roll out Skubal, Jack Flaherty, Casey Mize, and Reese Olson, but has a clear need for a fifth starter. They could also use another pitcher they can depend on, as Flaherty and ... Read more
Scott Boras Claims Detroit Fans Are Dreaming of a ‘Tarik Barrack’ Centered Around Ace Tarik Skubal.yv
LAS VEGAS -- Baseball’s hot-stove season is driven by storylines, and none is more compelling than the potential trade of the sport’s most dominant pitcher. The Detroit Tigers seem unlikely to trade left-hander Tarik Skubal this winter, but the mere possibility has generated ample buzz. The other outcome before Skubal reaches free agency -- an extension with the Tigers -- also seems unlikely. His agent, Scott Boras, ... Read more
Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette Dominate the Awards Night With Historic All-MLB Honors.yv
Toronto's star first baseman also was recognized as MLB's inaugural Entertainer of the Year. Blue Jays fans know Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as an all-star performer, a superstar side of the 26-year-old that was on display during the team’s recent, exhilarating run to the World Series.They also know him as being wildly entertaining, an athlete who plays the game with flair and talent combined. Those two aspects of the ... Read more