Agents, Executives On Holiday Activity In Baseball
2013/12/agents-executives-on-holiday-season.htmlThat doesn't mean that the business of baseball magically comes to a screeching halt, however.
MLBTR Originals
2013/12/mlbtr-originals-3-3.htmlA look back at the original reporting and analysis found on MLBTR this past week as we wind down 2013:…
AL West Notes: Tanaka, Ibanez, Astros
2013/12/al-west-notes-tanaka-ibanez-astros.htmlBrian McTaggart of MLB.com looked at the Astros' top storylines from 2013, including owner Jim Crane expanding the payroll and the appointment of Ryan Reid as president of business operations.
Goold On Cardinals: Taveras, Martinez, Mozeliak
2013/12/goold-on-cardinals-taveras-martinez-mozeliak.htmlMozeliak has interest in the game's broader business aspects, and could continue to expand his role in that respect with the Cardinals.
Dennis Gilbert Reflects On His Career As Top Agent
2014/01/dennis-gilbert.htmlThroughout his career, there's been one constant for Gilbert: the life insurance business.
Phillies Agree To New TV Contract
2014/01/phillies-agree-to-new-tv-contract.htmlSATURDAY, 9:54am: The Phillies' ownership stake in CSN Philadelphia will stand at 25% under the new deal, report John Ourand and Eric Fisher of Sports Business Daily, though it is not known what the team's previous position was.
Quick Hits: Boras, Drew, Red Sox, Orioles
2014/01/quick-hits-boras-red-sox-drew-orioles.htmlLiz Mullen of Sports Business Journal reports (subscription required) that Dan Lozano's MVP Sports Group has hired former Dodgers director of Asian…
Latest On Mariners’ Search For New President
2014/01/la-russa-internal-options-on-short-list-for-mariners-president.htmlThough their identities have yet to be reported, two likely options -- according to Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times -- are executive VP of finance and ballpark operations Kevin Mather and executive VP of business operations Bob Aylward.
Mariners Likely To Hire New President From Within
2014/01/mariners-likely-to-hire-new-president-from-within.htmlIt's unclear which internal candidates the Mariners might consider, but Johns suggests that the possibilities could include executive vice president of business operations Bob Aylward, executive vice president of finance Kevin Mather, executive vice president of legal affairs Bart Waldman and vice president of marketing Kevin Martinez.
Quick Hits: Bailey, Mulder, Rays, Betancourt
2014/01/quick-hits-bailey-mulder-rays-betancourt.html"If I am in the organization's future, my priorities are that things make sense for me on the business end, that we are a team that continues to be a highly competitive team in the league and a team that plays the game the right way." Reds GM Walt Jocketty says that extension negotiations with Bailey are on "hold," and Rosenthal writes that they may not pick up until there's more clarity on the free-agent pitching market.
Tyler Chatwood Switches To MVP Sports Group
2014/01/tyler-chatwood-switches-to-mvp-sports-group.htmlRockies pitcher Tyler Chatwood is now represented by Dan Lozano's MVP Sports Group, Liz Mullen of the Sports Business Journal tweets.
Quick Hits: Twins, O’s, Pirates, Phillies, CarGo
2014/01/quick-hits-twins-os-pirates-phillies-cargo.html"It goes to the fact that these teams are anticipating revenue from regional television networks, and the new cable agreements…
AL East Notes: Carp, Lester, Arroyo, Jays, Rodriguez
2014/01/al-east-notes-carp-lester-arroyo-jays-rodriguez.htmlSteinbrenner, meanwhile, said that Rodriguez is "an asset" on the field and insisted the club would take a business approach to dealing with Rodriguez's situation going forward.
CC Sabathia Joins Roc Nation Sports
2014/01/cc-sabathia-joins-roc-nation-sports.html7:39pm: Liz Mullen of Sports Business Journal tweets that Sabathia will now be represented by Jay-Z and agent Juan Perez after "formerly" being represented by the Legacy Agency, which indicates that Sabathia has likely cut ties with the Legacy Agency.
Dodgers, Ramirez Remain In Early Stages Of Extension Talks
2014/01/dodgers-ramirez-remain-in-early-stages-of-extension-talks.htmlClearly, the Dodgers have had their fair share of business to attend to, as since that time they've extended Kershaw, aggressively pursued Masahiro Tanaka and signed five free agents to Major League deals.
Astros, Nolan Ryan Have Mutual Interest In Relationship
2014/01/astros-nolan-ryan-have-mutual-interest-in-relationship.htmlReid Ryan, the son of the legendary pitcher, is Houston's president of business operations.
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AL East Notes: Carp, Blue Jays, Yankees, Robertson
2014/01/al-east-notes-carp-blue-jays-yankees.html"It is a horrible business plan, a caveman way to build a roster (no art, all financial bludgeoning).
Orioles, Blue Jays Active On Starting Pitching Market
2014/01/orioles-blue-jays-active-on-starting-pitching-market.htmlAs I noted on Tuesday, the long delay in Tanaka's situation has left an unprecedented number of substantial free agent business left to complete just weeks before the start of Spring Training -- especially with respect to a number of quality rotation options.
Kevin Mather Named President Of Mariners
2014/01/kevin-mather-to-be-named-president-of-mariners.htmlMather said (through the press release) that he will "support[] Jack Zduriencik as he continues to lead the baseball operation and builds the Mariners both for 2014 and for future seasons." Speaking to reporters later today, Mather said that he views his role as coordinating the business and baseball operations side of the club, Shannon Drayer of ESPN Radio Seattle tweets.
Quick Hits: Ryan, Garcia, Diaz, Santiago
2014/01/quick-hits-ryan-garcia-diaz-santiago.htmlPresumably, the two will discuss a role for the former Rangers CEO with a Houston organization that already features his son as its president of business operations.
Quick Hits: Rays, Athletics, Bello, Nationals, Storen
2014/01/quick-hits-rays-athletics-bello-nationals-storen.htmlIt’s just part of the business.
Quick Hits: Mets, Drew, Bullpen, Nolan Ryan, Cards
2014/01/quick-hits-mets-drew-bullpen-nolan-ryan-cardinals.htmlToday's sit-down reportedly included Ryan's son Reid, who is Houston's president of business operations.
East Notes: Kimbrel, Rodney, Yanks, Phils, Red Sox
2014/01/east-notes-kimbrel-rodney-yanks-phils-red-sox.htmlPedroia also told Bradford that he "hates" the business side of baseball and is glad he doesn't have to worry about it for the rest of his career.
Rosenthal’s Latest: M’s, Cruz, Rodney, Reds, Drew
2014/01/rosenthals-latest-ms-cruz-rodney-reds-drew.htmlThe Mariners are "back in business, showing strong interest" in Nelson Cruz and Fernando Rodney again, reports Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports in his latest column.