The Arizona Diamondbacks will need to make some moves this offseason to shore up a pitching staff that endured injury and underperformance in the 2026 season. In the process of that season, long-tenured veteran right-hander Merrill Kelly (then a pending free agent) was traded at the Deadline to the Texas Rangers. Naturally, after a beloved, long-time D-back departs, the speculation begins to flow. Kelly may a ... Read more
The Giants’ Latest Move Might Quietly Push a Promising Young Outfielder Out the Door.yv
The SF Giants made a minor move this week by claiming outfielder Justin Dean off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers, but that could have major implications for outfielder Luis Matos who will be on the bubble next year. The Dean acquisition is not a huge one, but the fact that the Giants added him means that there is likely going to be some heated competition for a spot on the roster next season. SF Giants ... Read more
The Most Talked-About Coach in Bob Melvin’s Staff Isn’t Going Anywhere — and Giants Fans Have Thoughts.yv
The SF Giants are shaking up their coaching staff after hiring Tony Vitello as their new manager. They have already lost pitching coach J.P. Martinez, but it seems they are going to retain hitting coach Pat Burrell in some capacity. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reported this on social media, writing: "Pat Burrell tells me he is staying with the Giants org. He’s not sure the role ... Read more
Rangers Eye Twins’ Former Bullpen Coach Following LaTroy Hawkins’ Departure in a Surprising Move.yv
The Texas Rangers are reportedly interested in hiring Minnesota Twins bullpen coach Colby Suggs as part of their coaching staff, according to The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Dennis Lin. Suggs won't be returning to the Twins' staff next year, as Hayes reported that LaTroy Hawkins will take over Minnesota's bullpen coach duties under new manager Derek Shelton. With the news that Texas is interested in a new ... Read more
Joc Pederson Is Making a Comeback With the Texas Rangers, and Fans Are Already Buzzing About What’s Next.yv
Joc Pederson is returning to the Texas Rangers next season after he exercised his $18.5 million player option. He was brought in last offseason to bring some thump to the lineup and be an offensive threat for the Rangers. It didn’t turn out the way he had hoped, as he had a disappointing year offensively. He slashed .181/.285/.328 with nine home runs on the year. Those are extremely disappointing stats for a ... Read more