Latest On Contract Talks Between Indians, Corey Kluber
2015/03/latest-on-contract-talks-between-indians-corey-kluber.htmlIf you haven't already, be sure to check out Kluber's recent appearance on the MLBTR Podcast. … 9:02am: Top starter Corey Kluber is the Indians' only unsigned player, and Paul Hoynes of the Plain Dealer reports that both the club and Kluber's agents at Jet Sports Management are holding open the possibility of reaching agreement on a multi-year deal.
NL West Notes: Outfielders, Rosario, Rollins, Dodgers
2015/03/nl-west-notes-outfielders-rosario-rollins-dodgers.htmlJeff and I discussed Ethier in particular on the latest MLBTR Podcast, in light of recent reports indicating that the Dodgers may be willing to absorb as much as $28MM of his remaining $56MM to facilitate a trade. … The trade market is still full of outfielders, writes Jon Morosi of FOX Sports.
Shields Can Opt Out Of Padres Contract After 2016 Season
2015/02/shields-can-opt-out-of-padres-contract-after-2016-season.htmlAs Jeff Todd and I discussed on yesterday's MLBTR Podcast, Shields didn't end up on a one-year deal, and it's hard to call a contract that handily tops the deals inked by similarly aged peers such as Ervin Santana and Mark Buehrle a failure or a misstep. … James Shields' four-year, $75MM contract with the Padres allows him to opt out of the deal after the 2016 season, reports Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports (on Twitter).
Phillies Notes: Papelbon, Brewers, Hamels, Red Sox
2015/02/phillies-notes-papelbon-brewers-hamels-red-sox.htmlSteve Adams and I discuss that, among other topics, on today's forthcoming podcast. … The Phillies asked the Brewers for a "top prospect" in return for closer Jonathan Papelbon if the club was to pick up a big piece of the remainder of his deal, Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports (in a piece we cited earlier this morning).
Free Agent Notes: Shields, Olivera, Alvarez, K-Rod
2015/02/free-agent-notes-shields-olivera-alvarez-k-rod.htmlAs Steve Adams and I discuss on today's podcast (to be released early this afternoon), Cuban infielder Hector Olivera actually seems a somewhat under-hyped story this spring. … James Shields's new deal with the Padres is less valuable to him than it might have been had he signed it elsewhere, Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports writes, citing CPA Robert Raiola.
Pirates Sign Jung-ho Kang
2015/01/pirates-jung-ho-kang-agree-to-terms.htmlLikewise, former MLB and KBO pitcher Ryan Sadowski, now with Global Sporting Integration, said that he feels Kang can absolutely be a regular player and hit about 20 homers per season at the big league level when he spoke with Jeff Todd on the MLBTR Podcast. … 10:40am: Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports (via Twitter) that Kang's deal actually guarantees him $11MM.
Pirates Nearing Four-Year Deal With Jung-ho Kang
2015/01/pirates-nearing-four-year-deal-with-jung-ho-kang.htmlLikewise, former MLB and KBO pitcher Ryan Sadowski, now with Global Sporting Integration, said that he feels Kang can absolutely be a regular player and hit about 20 homers per season at the big league level when he spoke with Jeff Todd on the MLBTR Podcast. … 1:31pm: The Pirates and Korean infielder Jung-ho Kang are close to an agreement on a four-year deal, reports Jon Heyman of CBS Sports.
Quick Hits: Dipoto, Mariners, Stubbs, Mets
2015/01/quick-hits-dipoto-mariners-stubbs-mets.htmlThe latest edition of the MLBTR Podcast focuses on the Padres' busy offseason, as Jeff Todd speaks with MLB.com's Padres beat writer Corey Brock about all of San Diego's transactions. … The Angels aren't seriously exploring adding a notable starting pitcher since they expect Garrett Richards to be ready by "some point" in April, FOX Sports' Jon Morosi tweets.
International Profile: Jung-ho Kang
2014/12/international-profile-jung-ho-kang.htmlRyan Sadowski of Global Sporting Integration told Jeff Todd on the latest edition of the MLBTR Podcast that Kang could hit 20 home runs per season in the Majors. … Nitkowski of FOX Sports notes that he himself was a Game 1 starter in Korea at age 36, near the end of a career spent bouncing around Triple-A, the big leagues, and Japan.
Pirates Win Bidding For Jung-ho Kang
2014/12/pirates-win-bidding-for-jung-ho-kang.htmlRecently, Ryan Sadowski of Global Sporting Integration appeared with Jeff Todd on the MLBTR Podcast and discussed Kang in detail. … 11:39am: The Pirates have won the bidding for Korean infielder Jung-ho Kang, tweets Jon Heyman of CBS Sports.
Nexen Accepts Jung-ho Kang Posting Fee From Unknown MLB Team
2014/12/nexen-expected-to-accept-jung-ho-kang-posting-fee-from-unknown-mlb-team.htmlBe sure to give a listen to this week's podcast for great insight on Kang from former MLB and KBO…… It also isn't the Padres, tweets CBS Sports' Jon Heyman, or the Dodgers, tweets the Los Angeles Times' Dylan Hernandez.
MLBTR Originals
2014/12/mlbtr-originals-72.htmlMLB Trade Rumors Podcast featured the conclusion of host Jeff Todd’s interview with agent Matt Sosnick of Sosnick Cobbe Sports. … A new edition of MLB Trade Rumors Podcast will drop every Thursday and can be accessed on iTunes, SoundCloud, and Stitcher.
AL Notes: Donaldson, Moss, Markakis, Tigers, Twins, Smoak
2014/12/al-notes-donaldson-moss-markakis-tigers-twins-smoak.htmlWe'll take a closer look at Oakland on today's podcast, which features beat reporter Jane Lee of MLB.com. … We heard yesterday that the Indians were making a run at the slugger, and Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports tweets that the pursuit continues today.
MLBTR Originals
2014/11/mlbtr-originals-70.htmlMLB Trade Rumors Podcast featured part I of host Jeff Todd's interview with agent Matt Sosnick of Sosnick Cobbe Sports. … A new edition of MLB Trade Rumors Podcast will be released every Thursday and can be accessed on iTunes, SoundCloud, and Stitcher.
MLBTR Originals
2014/11/mlbtr-originals-69.htmlMLB Trade Rumors Podcast featured host Jeff Todd reviewing the week’s transactions and discussing with Steve Adams how the early free agent signings will affect the market going forward. … Tim was the first to learn Mitch Moreland left BBI Sports Group to join Bob Garber at RMG Baseball.
MLBTR Originals
2014/10/mlbtr-originals-63.htmlThere is a new platform on which you can enjoy MLBTR: MLB Trade Rumors Podcast. … MLBTR was the first to learn Braves right-hander Garrett Fulenchek and his agent Craig Rose both joined MSM Sports.
Quick Hits: Hernandez, Castillo, Martin, M’s, Pirates
2014/09/quick-hits-hernandez-castillo-pirates-mariners.htmlBadler also recently appeared on the Providence Journal's Super Two podcast with Tim Britton and Brian MacPherson, where he discussed new Red Sox outfielder Rusney Castillo. … The Mariners will not retain national cross-checker Butch Baccala, Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports.
West Notes: Darvish, Giants, Athletics, Diamondbacks
2014/08/west-notes-darvish-giants-athletics-diamondbacks.htmlLooking ahead to the offseason, the Giants face many impactful and emotionally difficult decisions on pending free agents, GM Brian Sabean said in an interview on The Sports Virus podcast. … The Rangers and Yu Darvish would be wise to shut down the prized righty, opines Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports, who says that the "macho baseball culture" that would suggest otherwise is simply wrong.
Trade Deadline Links: Price Trade, Red Sox, Phillies
2014/08/trade-deadline-links-price-trade-red-sox-phillies.htmlTigers GM Dave Dombrowski joined ESPN.com's Buster Olney on his podcast (audio link) to discuss the David Price trade. … In his podcast today (audio link), Jonah Keri of Grantland spoke with Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports about the trade deadline and what it means the rest of the way.
West Notes: Trout, Ackley, Castillo, Uggla, Towers
2014/07/west-notes-trout-ackley-castillo-uggla-towers.htmlIndeed, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle said in an appearance on the Sports Virus Podcast that it is "not a real optimistic situation" for Scutaro to hold down the club's second base job. … Mariners outfielder (and former second baseman) Dustin Ackley has drawn significant trade interest, tweets Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com.
NL Central Notes: Starlin, Baez, Brewers, Cards, Price
2014/07/nl-central-notes-starlin-baez-brewers-cards-price.htmlLouis Post-Dispatch was a guest on the Baseball Tonight podcast with Buster Olney today and discussed the Cardinals second-half needs. … The Cubs are receiving some trade interest in Starlin Castro but don't expect to trade him this month, tweets Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports 1.
Trade Deadline Notes: D’Backs, Price, Zobrist, Lee, Cubs
2014/06/trade-deadline-notes-dbacks-price-zobrist-lee.htmlIn today's Baseball Tonight podcast (audio link), ESPN's Buster Olney says that hears the Cubs will approach this year's deadline as they did in 2013, dealing one pitcher early as they did with Scott Feldman last year and waiting until later to move a second, as they did with Matt Garza. … As Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports (Twitter links), current Triple-A shortstop Nick Ahmed has sparked interest from multiple other clubs.
Draft Links: Astros, Gordon, Howard, Top 5
2014/05/draft-links-astros-gordon-howard-top-5.htmlLaw appeared with ESPN's Buster Olney on today's Baseball Tonight Podcast to discuss a host of draft-related topics (Law appears from the 23:00 mark to the 45:00 mark). … 1 overall pick in this year's draft, but CBS Sports' Jon Heyman expands on a rumor that has been picking up steam that could have the Astros cutting a deal with high school shortstop Nick Gordon (brother of Dee Gordon and son of Tom Gordon) in order to spend more heavily elsewhere.
Reds Podcast Appearance
2008/05/reds-podcast-ap.htmlYesterday I joined Dan Clasgens and Greg Shoemaker on the Get Sports Radio Reds podcast… You can download the mp3 here
Odds & Ends: Tracy, Braves, Brewers, Phillies
2010/07/odds-ends-royals.htmlYou can listen to MLBTR's Tim Dierkes talking trades on the YES Network's Off the Wall podcast right here. … Earlier in the week we heard that the Braves weren't crazy about David DeJesus and that remains true, according to Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports (Twitter link).