Predictions and updates for every top remaining MLB free agent
Several big names are still available in January, so we asked our experts to weigh in on where the best will eventually sign.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
0-0, 2nd in AL West
ValleyCats, dropped as affiliate, sue MLB, Astros
The Tri-City ValleyCats, who operated as a short-season affiliate of the Houston Astros for 18 seasons before being dropped, have filed a lawsuit against Major League Baseball and the Astros.
Correa likely headed to arbitration with Astros
The Astros agreed to one-year contracts with right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. and infielder Aledmys DÃaz on Friday to avoid salary arbitration, but did not reach a deal with shortstop Carlos Correa.
Updated rankings for every MLB free agent for 2020 offseason
How did the non-tender deadline change our list? Here's our look at everyone on the open market, from big-name stars to bargain options.
BBTN: Jesse Rogers on the Mets trading for Francisco Linder; Alex Avila on his godfather Tommy Lasorda; Hembo on position rankings
Jesse Rogers joins Buster to discuss Spring Training starting on schedule, Corey Kluber trying to prove that he’s healthy and the Mets trading for Francisco Lindor. Then, 12-year MLB veteran Alex Avila hops on to talk about his godfather Tommy Lasorda, staying patient in free agency, his outlook on another pandemic season and catching for Justin Verlander in Detroit. Later, Hembo quibbles with Buster’s top 10 position rankings.
Sources: Ex-Dodger Baez, Astros agree to deal
Right-handed reliever Pedro Baez has agreed to a two-year contract with the Astros that is expected to fall in the $12-14 million guaranteed range, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
One year after the scandal, how do we view the Astros - and what's next for MLB?
Remember the day sign-stealing punishments and Houston firing its manager and GM rocked baseball? On the anniversary, we examine what has changed and how their players will be treated when fans do return.
Should the Chicago Cubs trade Willson Contreras and Kris Bryant -- and who should deal for them?
A pair of Chicago sluggers could be the next big names on the move this winter. If they go, these are the best fits to land them.
Flashback: MLB world reacts to Astros' sign-stealing scandal (0:38)
Ex-Angels staffer: Cole, others doctored balls
Brian Harkins, who was fired as the Angels' clubhouse attendant last March for supplying ball-doctoring substances to pitchers, used a text message from star pitcher Gerrit Cole among his evidence to prove he was unfairly made a scapegoat.
Astros, RHP Stanek agree to 1-year, $1.1M deal
Former Marlins pitcher Ryne Stanek has agreed to a one-year, $1.1 million deal with the Astros.
BBTN: Boog Sciambi on his new gig as Cubs play-by-play man, Alden Gonzalez on the Padres-Dodgers arms race, Hembo on Trevor Story
Boog Sciambi joins Buster to discuss to being named the new play-by-play voice of the Chicago Cubs, his run-in with Harry Caray in a restroom, the Padres looking like a superhero team-up and the slow winter market. Then Alden Gonzalez stops by to talk about when Spring Training may start, the arms race between the Padres and Dodgers and if Los Angeles will re-sign Corey Seager or Cody Bellinger. Later, Hembo on no players being inducted into the Hall of Fame, Yadier Molina and the Cardinals at an impasse and Trevor Story.
Fantasy Focus Baseball: Padres Pitching, Sell Josh Bell And Hash Browns
Eric and Tristan discuss the value of Yu Darvish/Blake Snell in San Diego and Josh Bell in Washington in addition to highlighting prospects on the move and their future upside.
The most adorable recap of this year's sports moments (2:23)
The most interesting 2020 number for all 30 MLB teams
This was a baseball season like no other. And here are the numbers that prove it.
Astros GM: Verlander hopes to pitch in 2021
Astros GM James Click said Wednesday on MLB Network that Justin Verlander hopes to pitch this season despite having undergone Tommy John surgery on Sept. 30.
The biggest star every MLB team has ever traded
From historic heists to modern blockbusters, we examine the reasons for the most memorable deals in baseball history.
Baker, 71, uncertain about future with Astros
Dusty Baker, at age 71, isn't sure whether he wants to manage the Houston Astros beyond the 2021 season.
Alden Gonzalez ESPN Staff Writer
Astros manager Dusty Baker brought up an interesting point while talking about why he doesn't want a universal DH, saying it would disincentivize young players from learning other positions if they're not hitting as pitchers. No idea if that would actually be the case, but worth thinking about.
Minor league affiliates tracker: How MLB's restructure shakes out
With Major League Baseball reducing the number of affiliated farm teams, here's a look at where things stand.
MLB Stock Watch: How all 30 teams stack up as the hot stove starts to simmer
With baseball's offseason set to begin in earnest, we rank each club's roster and look at what work needs to be done.
Is George Springer the right guy for the White Sox? (3:13)
Win-now moves seven MLB contenders should make this winter
Trevor Bauer to the Blue Jays? Francisco Lindor to the Reds? We make the deals that could put some teams over the top.
BBTN: Jesse Rogers, Dan Shulman and Hembo join Buster to talk free agency
Jesse Rogers joins Buster to discuss free agency, the official dismantling of the Cubs World Series core, the Yankees tendering Gary Sanchez and Charlie Morton’s one-year deal with the Braves (2:50). Then, Dan Shulman hops on to talk about what the Blue Jays will do this offseason, which free agents would fit the best in Toronto and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s weight loss (17:48). Later, Hembo stops by to hit on Kyle Schwarber, frontrunners in NL East and Central and if there’s any hope for the Angels under new management (26:44).
Ranking the best landing spots for J.T. Realmuto
Where will the top free-agent catcher sign? Here are the teams that should be trying to land Realmuto.
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Earned Run Average4.3113th
Quality Starts253rd
WHIP1.3114th
BAA.23913th
Runs27914th
Batting Average.24020th
On Base Percentage.31223rd
Slugging Percentage.40816th