After getting a taste of the big leagues as a backup in 2013, Joey Terdoslavich is heading to the Dominican Winter League to attempt to further his development and better prepare himself for that day when he might get to prove himself as a regular at the Major League level.
Cashman focusing attention beyond just Cano
The Yankees continue to express interest in re-signing Robinson Cano, but considering the wide gap between the two sides in contract negotiations, general manager Brian Cashman has been focusing attention on other needs at this early stage of the offseason.
Mets sign ex-A’s outfielder Young to one-year deal
The Mets began addressing their outfield vacancies on Friday morning, signing Chris Young to a one-year contract pending a physical, according to two sources with knowledge of the negotiations.
Meyer’s stature rising on the mound
When his mechanics and devastating pitches are working well, Twins prospect Alex Meyer can be overpowering and control the game.
Blocked no more, talented youngsters ready to shine
Nick Castellanos and Jurickson Profar might have been happier about the Prince Fielder-for-Ian Kinsler trade than anyone else.
Best moment nominees highlight an emotional season
The emotions of the 2013 baseball season are hard to fit into one spectrum. The year featured its share of farewells and debuts; of milestones reached and records falling. Now, the Greatness in Baseball Yearly (GIBBY) Awards seek to uncover the Moment of the Year from 2013.
Players, clubs saddened by Weiner’s passing
There was an outpouring of grief and fond remembrances from across Major League Baseball on Thursday night, following the death of Michael Weiner, the executive director of the MLB Players Association.
Weiner, head of players union, dies at 51
Michael Weiner, the executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association since October 2009, passed away at the age of 51 on Thursday.
Weiner’s last act may have been his finest hour
Michael Weiner’s enduring legacy may be in the larger lessons he taught so many people during his final 15 months on Earth. To those who loved him and even those who only admired him from afar, his last act might have been his finest hour.
Ex-MLB stars recall shock of JFK assassination
Former big league stars Mudcat Grant, Bobby Richardson, Jim Kaat and Brooks Robinson are like most people from their generation in that they remember exactly where they were when they learned 50 years ago that John F. Kennedy had been shot.
Sides rest in A-Rod’s grievance hearing
One day after Alex Rodriguez stormed out of the grievance hearing appealing his 211-game suspension, his lawyer returned to the bargaining table Thursday in New York for the 12th and final session of the process.
Left-hander Vargas inks four-year deal with Royals
Left-hander Jason Vargas signed a four-year deal with the Royals, instantly adding another frontline starter to the club’s rotation.
Yu cleared to continue offseason program
Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish has been given the go ahead to continue with his normal offseason conditioning program.
Prince excited to join a ‘great team’ in Texas
Prince Fielder spoke briefly on a conference call with Texas reporters on Thursday, one day after the Rangers acquired him in a trade with the Tigers. He is scheduled to be formally introduced at a news conference on Monday at the Ballpark in Arlington.
Tigers flip offseason script with new payroll flexibility
The Tigers didn’t just get a second baseman and likely leadoff hitter by trading Prince Fielder to Texas for Ian Kinsler. They got a financial do-over.
Blockbuster trade has ripple effect on Tigers’ roster
With Prince Fielder no longer a mainstay at cleanup and first base, and Ian Kinsler now installed at second base, the Tigers will reshape their infield and their batting order, both of which could result in a domino effect of moves.
Rangers acquire Prince in exchange for Kinsler
The Rangers acquired the big bat they were seeking this offseason by agreeing to send second baseman Ian Kinsler to the Tigers for first baseman Prince Fielder.