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In Baltimore, this winter has been relatively quiet. There have been no bombastic pronouncements, no massive media campaigns about a “pivotal season.” But amidst that quiet, a small detail is catching the attention of many observers: Samuel Basallo has lost 15 pounds. At first glance, this seems like a story so familiar it's almost boring. Every spring, a host of players come out and say they're in “the best shape of ... Read more

The Milwaukee Brewers entered the new season looking like a team that had "settled down." They had just finished the previous season with the best record in MLB, boasting a young, deep roster and a foundation that would make any opponent wary. But behind that stability lay an inexplicable silence—and it was this silence that began to raise questions. The postseason loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers wasn't a dramatic, ... Read more

The Milwaukee Brewers entered the new season looking like a team that had "settled down." They had just finished the previous season with the best record in MLB, boasting a young, deep roster and a foundation that would make any opponent wary. But behind that stability lay an inexplicable silence—and it was this silence that began to raise questions. The postseason loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers wasn't a dramatic, ... Read more

Frank Thomas didn’t write a long statement.He didn’t schedule an interview.He didn’t explain his pain. He wrote one sentence. And that was enough to stop people mid-scroll. When the Chicago White Sox posted a Black History Month graphic on X, intended to honor “momentous firsts” in franchise history, Thomas noticed something missing — himself. The player who holds nearly every meaningful offensive record in team ... Read more

Athletics still haven't signed "Big Kahuna" — Nick Kurtz — and it's quite possible his asking price is too high, though perfectly reasonable. But one thing is undeniable: in this uncertain transition period, Athletics are doing what they promised — holding onto their core young players. Jacob Wilson has just become the fourth player in the last two offseasons to sign a long-term contract, following Brent Rooker, Lawrence ... Read more