With the MLB offseason officially underway, clubs and players now have until Thursday, November 7, at 5:00 p.m. ET to finalize contract option decisions and determine which impending free agents may receive qualifying offers. Monday marked one of the first major decision days of the offseason, and several notable names saw their futures clarified — or thrown into free agency — … [Read more...] about MLB Contract Options and Qualifying Offers: Monday Recap
Who Is Rico Garcia, The Orioles’ First Offseason Signing
The Baltimore Orioles announced the re-signing of bullpen pitcher Rico Garcia to their staff on Thursday. The deal, first reported by The Baltimore Sun, is for the 2026 season and valued at $900,000. Garcia will also earn an extra $225,000 while in the minors, according to the outlet. The move is also alongside the team’s re-signing of utilityman Luis Vazquez. Orioles, Rico … [Read more...] about Who Is Rico Garcia, The Orioles’ First Offseason Signing
Washington Nationals Hire 33-Year-Old as New Manager
In a surprising move, the Washington Nationals are hiring 33-year-old Blake Butera to be their new manager for the 2026 season, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Hudson Valley Renegades manager, Blake Butera at Dutchess Stadium in Wappingers Falls on June 12, 2019. Credit: © Patrick Oehler/Poughkeepsie Journal Report: Nationals to Hire Blake Butera as New Manager BREAKING: … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals Hire 33-Year-Old as New Manager
Four Pitchers the Orioles Could Trade For During the Offseason
It’s no secret that the Baltimore Orioles need a better rotation for the 2026 season. The team held the fifth-worst ERA, fourth-worst WHIP, and fifth-worst OBA in the majors this season. A rash of injuries decimated the pitching staff as well, which didn’t help matters. Top pitching prospects Grayson Rodriguez, Tyler Wells, and Kyle Bradish headlined the massive injured reserve … [Read more...] about Four Pitchers the Orioles Could Trade For During the Offseason
Meet Craig Albernaz, the New Orioles Manager
The Baltimore Orioles hired Cleveland Guardians bench coach Craig Albernaz as the next manager of the team. The organization announced the signing on Monday afternoon. Baltimore team president and General Manager Mike Elias told ESPN in a statement that the team was “elated” to welcome the coach. He also said that Albernaz would bring a ” tremendous amount of experience, … [Read more...] about Meet Craig Albernaz, the New Orioles Manager