After losing Jeurys Familia to the New York Mets, the Oakland Athletics were in need of additional help bridging the gap to All-Star closer Blake Treinen. A two-year, $15-million dollar deal with Joakim Soria does just that, bringing an experienced veteran to the Bay Area. 'Tis the season!We've agreed to terms with RHP Joakim Soria on a two-year contract. Last season, Soria … [Read more...] about Joakim Soria Signs with Oakland Athletics
Yasmani Grandal Signs One-Year Deal with Brewers
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, free-agent catcher Yasmani Grandal has agreed to a one year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers, taking one of the top free-agent catchers off the board. Catcher Yasmani Grandal has agreed to a one-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers, league sources tell ESPN. @Ken_Rosenthal had the news first. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 10, 2019 Grandal … [Read more...] about Yasmani Grandal Signs One-Year Deal with Brewers
Top Teams That Would Benefit From Signing Craig Kimbrel
The 2019 season has already started but top closer Craig Kimbrel still remains a free agent. Kimbrel is an elite closer coming off a World Series season. Because of his contract demands and his specialized talent, Kimbrel can only sign with a select few teams. The truth is every team can use a relief pitcher like Kimbrel, but the boxes you need to have checked make the market … [Read more...] about Top Teams That Would Benefit From Signing Craig Kimbrel
Yankees Make Another Big Splash After Losing Juan Soto
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the New York Yankees are set to acquire closer Devin Williams in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers. In return, the Yankees will send pitcher Nestor Cortes and second base prospect Caleb Durbin to Milwaukee. Second baseman Caleb Durbin is also headed to the Milwaukee Brewers along with Nestor Cortes in the Devin Williams deal, sources tell … [Read more...] about Yankees Make Another Big Splash After Losing Juan Soto
Closer Conveyor Belt Continues for Brewers with Williams Trade
Devin Williams has thrown his last pitch for the Milwaukee Brewers. The All-Star closer is headed to New York, where he’ll don the famous pinstripes of the Yankees following a trade for left-handed starter Nestor Cortes and infielder Caleb Durbin. “Devin Williams played a major role in the team’s success over recent seasons and we are grateful to have had him perform for us at … [Read more...] about Closer Conveyor Belt Continues for Brewers with Williams Trade