The increasing popularity of opt-outs/player options as a means to close the gap in free agent signings and extensions has changed the face of free agency entirely. Not long ago, opt-outs were perks reserved for the game’s truly elite stars — a benefit to help differentiate nine-figure offers and secure the game’s top stars. In 2025, they’re downright commonplace. Opt-out laden … [Read more...] about Player Option/Opt-Out Update: April Edition
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Carlos Rodón delivers gem as Yankees blank Rays for fifth straight win
While Carlos Rodón still walked four batters, they served as just footnotes as he struck out nine across six shutout innings for the Yankees. … [Read more...] about Carlos Rodón delivers gem as Yankees blank Rays for fifth straight win
Carrasco looks to build off best start of ’25 as Yanks battle Rays
Yankees could bring back star pitcher they traded for Juan Soto
David Frerker-Imagn ImagesDavid Frerker-Imagn Images When the New York Yankees dealt Michael King, Jhony Brito, Randy Vazquez, Kyle Higashioka, and Drew Thorpe to the San Diego Padres for one year of Juan Soto and Trent Grisham before the 2024 campaign, it felt like an all-in move—like pushing every chip to the center of the table.Soto delivered, helping New York … [Read more...] about Yankees could bring back star pitcher they traded for Juan Soto
Yankees’ star infielder receives one-game suspension and fine after outburst
Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn ImagesKim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images While the Yankees had a 6-3 win over the Rays in the series opener last night, Jazz Chisholm was ejected from the game during the seventh inning after a questionable strike three call on a full count. He voiced his complaints and displayed a ton of frustration, including firing his helmet towards home … [Read more...] about Yankees’ star infielder receives one-game suspension and fine after outburst