The Dodgers acquired right-hander Mike Bolsinger from the D-backs on Saturday in exchange for cash considerations. Bolsinger made his big league debut this season and made his first career start at Dodger Stadium on April 19.
Fall League puts six players on fantasy watch
Plenty of under-the-radar prospects were able to raise their stock a bit in the Arizona Fall League. Here are six such players that could make an impact in fantasy leagues in 2015 or beyond.
Twins reportedly win bidding on Korean lefty Yang
The Twins have won the bidding for Korean pitcher Hyeon-jong Yang and are nearing a deal with the left-hander, according to the St. Paul Pioneer-Press. The club has not confirmed the report.
Switch-pitcher Venditte inks Minor League deal
The ambidextrous Pat Venditte will take his switch-pitching talents to Oakland on a Minor League deal that includes an invitation to big league Spring Training, according to a recent tweet from his agent, Marc Kligman.
Cubs add Blanco to Maddon’s coaching staff
Henry Blanco, who played for the Cubs from 2005-08, is back with the club, joining manager Joe Maddon’s staff as a quality assurance coach.
Red Sox reportedly offer Sandoval five-year deal
The Red Sox could have the lead in the bidding for free-agent third baseman Pablo Sandoval, with The Boston Globe reporting on Saturday that the club’s five-year, $95 million offer may give it the edge over the Giants and Padres. The club has not commented on the report.
Fantasy power: There are bargains to be had in 2015
Players with the ability to hit at least 20 homers are becoming a more valuable commodity in fantasy baseball given the dearth power in the big leagues, and many of these talents are available for a bargain price.
Bill Bavasi to be named director of MLB Scouting Bureau
Former Angels and Mariners GM Bill Bavasi is set to be named as the new director of the Major League Baseball Scouting Bureau (MLBSB), leaving his job as vice president of scouting, player development and international operations for the Reds.
Back to school: Berkman hits the books at Rice
A year after retiring from the big leagues, Lance Berkman has returned to his alma mater Rice University, looking to earn a kinesiology degree next summer.
Nats could have options with Zimmermann, Fister
According to USA Today, the Nationals have told opposing teams they would listen to possible deals involving right-handers Jordan Zimmermann and Doug Fister. Fister and Zimmermann are free agents after the 2015 season and general manager Mike Rizzo would like to sign them long term. Fister and Zimmermann were two of the Nationals’ best pitchers this past season.
Odds against Tigers re-signing Scherzer
Tigers president/general manager Dave Dombrowski tried to downplay the possibility of re-signing Max Scherzer and flipping David Price in an interview with MLB Network Radio on Friday afternoon.
Rays narrow managerial search to three
The Rays went from 10 managerial candidates to three on Friday. Kevin Cash, Raul Ibanez and Don Wakamatsu compose the final group from which the organization plans to make its choice for Joe Maddon’s successor.
Rumor roundup: Padres, Braves eyeing Tomas
The Padres were not the only club to emerge on Friday as a frontrunner to sign Cuban outfielder Yasmany Tomas, as the Braves have joined the mix. Here’s a recap of the major Hot Stove stories of the day.
Sources: White Sox land LaRoche with two-year deal
The White Sox added a veteran power bat to mix with their young sluggers Friday evening, agreeing to a two-year, $25-million contract with first baseman Adam LaRoche, sources have told MLB.com.
Speedskater-turned-businessman Plant makes mark on Atlanta
Mike Plant has made a significant impact since joining the Braves after the 2003 season, and he calls his efforts toward the forthcoming stadium in Cobb County the “crown jewel” of his career.
Ten big-name trade candidates
Right now, plenty of those swap discussions are taking place around Major League Baseball, and we’ve already seen one blockbuster trade this Hot Stove season. Given the escalating costs of free agency and the thin pool, there are more trades to come. Here are the 10 biggest names realistically in the trade mix this winter.
UCLA renames athletic complex after Robinson
In honor of Jackie Robinson’s enrollment 75 years ago, UCLA renamed its athletic facilities “the Jackie Robinson Athletics and Recreation Complex” at a ceremony Friday.