Brandon Belt “Baffled” By Lack Of Offers In Free Agency
2024/03/brandon-belt-baffled-by-lack-of-offers-in-free-agency.htmlTo that point, Belt mentioned how different his free agent experience was during the 2022-23 offseason. … On Friday, the veteran slugger discussed his enduring free agency in an appearance on The JD Bunkis Podcast.
A.J. Hinch Discusses Tigers Infield Plans
2024/01/a-j-hinch-discusses-tigers-infield-plans.htmlProspects Justyn-Henry Malloy and Jace Jung have third base experience, but neither is sure to make an impact at the position in 2024. … Hinch was a guest on the New York Post's podcast with Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman this afternoon.
D-backs GM Mike Hazen On Trade Deadline Needs
2023/06/diamondbacks-trade-rumors-deadline-pitching-power-bat.htmlKetel Marte, Josh Rojas and Perdomo all have experience at multiple positions, while both Jake McCarthy and Carroll are capable of playing all three outfield spots. … General manager Mike Hazen acknowledged as much last night in an appearance on The Show podcast with Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman of the New York Post.
MLBTR Is Seeking A Podcast Producer
2023/02/mlbtr-is-seeking-a-podcast-producer.htmlWe're seeking someone with experience as a podcast producer. … As you may recall, MLBTR had a podcast that launched in October 2014 and ran for about a year and a half.
Dodgers Sign David Peralta
2023/02/dodgers-to-sign-david-peralta.htmlPeralta adds an experienced lefty bat to a corner outfield mix that had seemed fairly uncertain aside from Mookie Betts. … Manager Dave Roberts recently indicated on a podcast appearance with ESPN's Buster Olney that Heyward had a strong chance of making the club, though that'd presumably be in a depth capacity.
Twins Rumors: Correa, Arraez, Rotation, Catcher
2022/12/twins-trade-rumors-luis-arraez-carlos-correa-rotation-catcher.htmlDespite a lack of experience, he handled the position quite well in the estimation of Defensive Runs Saved (4), Ultimate Zone Rating (2.2) and Outs Above Average (1). … The Twins are set for another in-person meeting with Scott Boras this week to discuss Carlos Correa, Darren Wolfson of SKOR North Radio and 5 Eyewitness News reports in his latest podcast (Correa/Twins talk beginning at 10:10).
Eppler: Mets Willing To Play Starling Marte In Center Field
2022/11/eppler-mets-willing-to-play-starling-marte-in-center-field.htmlMarte had zero MLB experience in right field before 2022, but he'd been consistently excellent in the other corner spot throughout his career. … Speaking with Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman of the New York Post on The Show podcast this morning (Twitter link), Mets general manager Billy Eppler said the team would be comfortable deploying Marte as their primary center fielder in 2023 if necessary.
AL Central Notes: Maddon, White Sox, Hedges, Guardians, Twins
2022/10/al-central-notes-maddon-white-sox-hedges-guardians-twins.htmlFor a White Sox team that is reportedly hoping to replace Tony La Russa with another experienced manager, Maddon would seem like an intriguing candidate on paper, given both his long and successful track record and his past Chicago ties. … The former Rays/Cubs/Angels skipper told the Cubs Talk podcast (on NBC Sports Chicago, hat tip to Tim Stebbins) that "I've not heard from [the White Sox] at all," though Maddon would "of course...be interested" in chatting with the team.
Quick Hits: Camden Yards, Blue Jays, Nationals, A’s, Valentine
2022/01/quick-hits-camden-yards-blue-jays-nationals-as-valentine.html"The good news is both the Orioles and the stadium authority feel very strongly that we want to renew this partnership and that it’s been beneficial for all parties — the state, the city, the team," Orioles senior VP of administration and experience Greg Bader told The Baltimore Sun's Jeff Barker. … In the latest edition of the Rates & Barrels podcast, The Athletic's Derek VanRiper, Britt Ghiroli, and Eno Sarris discuss a variety of topics, including the Nationals' struggles in player development, some hypothetical trade fits involving the Athletics, Blue Jays, and Mets, and the concept of Matt Chapman moving from third base to shortstop.
Read The Transcript Of Dan Straily’s Chat With MLBTR Readers
2021/12/live-chat-with-mlb-kbo-pitcher-dan-straily.htmlIt's an easy, fun one-hour experience and you get to choose the questions you answer.… Dan also runs the excellent Journeyman Podcast along with Ben Fleming.
Latest On Marlins’ Outfield
2021/12/marlins-rumors-eddie-rosario-free-agent-avisail-garcia-center-field.htmlDeadline acquisition Bryan De La Cruz has some experience in center (629 innings between MLB and the minors), but a good portion of that (199 innings) came out of necessity with the Marlins late last season. … To that end, it's worth noting that MLB Network's Jon Heyman suggested last week on his Big Time Baseball Podcast that Miami "may end up with Rosario" being their preferred option as a second outfield pickup.
Marlins Extend Miguel Rojas Through 2023
2021/10/marlins-extend-miguel-rojas-2023.htmlRojas also has ample experience at second base and third base in his career, so he could eventually slide into a utility role -- although all current indications are that he'll reprise his role as starting shortstop in 2022. … Rojas, who is represented by the Beverly Hills Sports Council, recently indicated in an appearance on Chris Rose's podcast that an extension was in the works.
Mets’ GM: Starting Pitching “Top Priority” Before Trade Deadline
2021/07/mets-gm-starting-pitching-top-priority-before-trade-deadline.htmlScott pushed back against the idea the team needed a pitcher with closing experience. … Bolstering the starting rotation is the "top priority" for the Mets in advance of the July 30 trade deadline, acting general manager Zack Scott told Jon Heyman and Cody Decker on today's Big Time Baseball podcast.
KBO/NPB Notes: Rucinski, C. Stewart, N. Soto
2020/05/kbonpb-notes-rucinski-c-stewart-n-soto.htmlShifting to Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball, Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks righty Carter Stewart discussed his experience abroad with Kyodo News and the Japan Baseball Weekly Podcast. … Rucinski spoke with Kyle Glaser of Baseball America (podcast) about what life is currently like in the KBO, whose season will get underway without spectators.
Royals GM Dayton Moore Discusses Managerial Search, Roster Needs
2019/10/royals-gm-dayton-moore-discusses-managerial-search-roster-needs.htmlMatheny, who possesses by far the most managerial experience of any of the Royals' possibilities, was at the helm of a Cardinals club that went 591-474 with four playoff berths and an NL pennant from 2012-18. … Royals GM Dayton Moore held a brief chat with Jon Heyman and Josh Lewin on the Big Time Baseball Podcast (audio link).
Minor MLB Transactions: 1/9/19
2019/01/minor-mlb-transactions-1919.htmlHe enjoyed a productive, multi-year run in the Mexican League -- an experience he spoke about on the MLBTR podcast -- while also appearing with affiliated organizations in the past two seasons. … We'll track the day's minor moves in this post ...
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Harper, Goldy, Arenado, Rays, Paxton
2018/11/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-harper-goldy-arenado-rays-paxton.htmlMets Critic wants the club to hire a bench coach with NL managerial experience. … Baseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses World Series-winning clubs, deGrom’s place in the NL MVP race and Adrian Beltre.
The Angels’ Managerial Search
2018/10/the-angels-managerial-search.htmlHe has ample experience in the Chicago dugout, including a pair of campaigns as bench coach and three prior years as first base coach. … Longtime big league infielder Omar Vizquel interviewed for the position but is no longer in consideration to be hired, per Venezuelan journalist Efrain Zavece on his podcast (Twitter link; hat tip to MLB.com's Maria Guardado).
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Playoff Experience, Harper, Machado, White Sox, Phils, Yelich
2018/10/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-playoff-experience-harper-machado-white-sox-phils-yelich.htmlThe K Zone wonders whether playoff experience truly matters. … Baseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses several topics, including the 2018 success of the A's, Jacob deGrom and Blake Snell, and how the weak AL Central may have affected two NL Central playoff teams - the Brewers and Cubs.
Free Agent Rumors: Moustakas, Cahill, Mets, Dodgers, Hirano, Indians, Twins
2017/12/mlb-free-agent-rumors-mike-moustakas-adrian-gonzalez.htmlHirano, who will turn 34 next spring, has enough professional experience that he's exempt from the posting system and is able to sign a Major League deal without going through the posting system. … Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN touched on a number of Twins-related issues in his most recent podcast (audio link, Twins talk beginning at the 3:30 mark).
Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto On Ohtani, Healy, Platoons, Relievers
2017/11/mariners-gm-jerry-dipoto-on-ohtani-healy-platoons-relievers.html"We want to sell the Seattle experience," says Dipoto. … In the first episode of a new Mariners podcast, The Wheelhouse, general manager Jerry Dipoto joined host Aaron Goldsmith to discuss a plethora of topics regarding his team.
AL Central Notes: Gibson, Santana, Kipnis, Abreu, Merrifield
2017/09/al-central-notes-gibson-santana-kipnis-abreu-merrifield.htmlSantana struggled badly through the first 10 weeks or so of the 2017 campaign, but he credits first-year teammate Edwin Encarnacion -- who had a tumultuous free-agent experience himself last winter -- for getting his mind into a better place and turning his season around at the plate. … Asked by 1500 ESPN's Darren Wolfson on his latest podcast if Gibson would be tendered a contract this winter (audio link, with Levine joining around the 27-minute mark and discussing Gibson at 37 minutes), Levine replied: "Starting pitching -- and quality starting pitching -- is at a premium.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Kluber, Sale, Acuna, Hoskins, Cards, Giants
2017/08/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-kluber-sale-acuna-hoskins-cards-giants.htmlBlue Jays from Away writes about the experience of attending a Jays-Cubs game at Wrigley Field. … DiNardo's dugout (podcast) talks about Hill's outing, the Yankees-Tigers brawl and whether Major League Baseball has or will ever have an NBA-like super team.
AL Central Notes: Naquin, Anderson, Soto, Tigers
2017/04/al-central-notes-naquin-anderson-soto-tigers.htmlWhite Sox shortstop Tim Anderson appeared on the Baseball Tonight podcast with Buster Olney (audio link) and talked about his days as an amateur, his experience playing basketball in his youth and the decision to ink a six-year, $25MM contract extension before reaching one full year of Major League service time. … The Indians made the somewhat surprising decision to option outfielder Tyler Naquin to Triple-A Columbus yesterday in order to clear a spot on the roster for the return of outfielder Lonnie Chisenhall.
Mariners Acquire Wade LeBlanc
2016/06/mariners-acquire-wade-leblanc.htmlInstead, he pitched in Japan -- an experience that he was kind enough to share with me on the MLBTR Podcast. … The Mariners have acquired southpaw Wade LeBlanc from the Blue Jays, per an official announcement from Seattle.