Once the World Series ended on Saturday, the world changed for more than 100 Major League players — they became free agents. The official list was released on Sunday by the Major League Baseball Players Association and is added to when players or teams make decisions on contract options. The San Francisco Giants, as expected, has just three players listed — pitcher Justin Verlander, infielder Wilmer ... Read more
After a Season of Challenges, One Texas Rangers Star Emerges as MLBPA Comeback Player of the Year.yv
Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom received the MLB Players Association’s Comeback Player of the Year award Wednesday for his stellar 2025 season after missing more than a year because of injury. The 37-year-old right-hander went 12-8 with a 2.97 ERA in 30 starts, part of a Rangers staff that led the major leagues with a 3.47 ERA. DeGrom and the pitching staff were a bright spot during a trying ... Read more
Why Ryan Helsley’s Projected Contract Could Be the Strategic Masterstroke the Cardinals Need.yv
Although the St. Louis Cardinals haven't made it to the playoffs over the last three seasons, there have been a few positive takeaways from the organization. Over the last two seasons, specifically, the Cardinals have actually done a good job building their bullpen. The Cardinals had the seventh-best bullpen ERA in 2024 at 3.64 and the 10th-best bullpen ERA in 2025 at 3.74. Even when the offense hasn't ... Read more
A Division Rival Appears to Fold Early as the Cardinals Loom Over a Potentially Contentious CBA.yv
There is nothing quite like a rivalry in sports. When teams like the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears, and Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics go head to head, the feeling around the game is much different. For several decades, the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs have had a rivalry on par with these other historic franchises. While the Cubs have been the ... Read more
Shock in San Francisco as Webb Misses the 2025 NL Cy Young Finalist List Despite a Stellar Season.yv
Please, provide an email to continue reading this article for free. You'll also receive our daily email newsletters with the latest headlines. Continue By continuing, you agree to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and to receive emails from The Mercury News. Already have an account? Log in Logan Webb arguably turned in the best season of his career. His 207 innings led the majors, and his ... Read more