Free agent Joc Pederson is one of the better left-handed bats available and the Diamondbacks are interested in bringing him back, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Rosenthal also mentions the Rays and Rangers as possible landing spots, though those seem more speculative, so it’s unclear to what degree those clubs are interested. Pederson, 33 in April, is a limited player but … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Interested In Re-Signing Joc Pederson
Rangers Sign Kyle Higashioka To Two-Year Deal
The Rangers announced the signing of catcher Kyle Higashioka to a two-year contract with a mutual option for 2027. Texas did not reveal financial terms. Higashioka is represented by Beverly Hills Sports Council. The Rangers now have 39 players on their 40-man roster. Higashioka was one of the top catchers in a weak free agent class. He’d been a first-time free agent even though … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign Kyle Higashioka To Two-Year Deal
Yankees Select Caleb Durbin, Jesus Rodriguez
The Yankees announced that they have selected infielder Caleb Durbin and catcher/infielder/outfielder Jesus Rodriguez to their 40-man roster, protecting both players from being selected in the Rule 5 draft. Additionally, the Yanks announced that right-hander Carson Coleman has been returned to them by the Rangers. Coleman had been selected in last year’s Rule 5 draft but spent … [Read more...] about Yankees Select Caleb Durbin, Jesus Rodriguez
American League Non-Tenders: 11/22/24
The deadline to tender a contract to arbitration-eligible players is tonight at 7pm CT. Here’s a rundown of the players on American League teams that have been non-tendered today. This post will be updated as more decisions are revealed. MLBTR contributor Matt Swartz projected salaries for all players eligible for arbitration last month. All players who are non-tendered before … [Read more...] about American League Non-Tenders: 11/22/24
Rangers Finalize 2025 Coaching Staff
The Rangers formally announced their coaching staff for the upcoming season today, including the additions of bench coach Luis Urueta, assistant pitching coach Dave Bush, bullpen coach Jordan Tiegs and hitting coach Justin Viele. The 43-year-old Urueta served as the Marlins’ bench coach under Skip Schumaker and also held a bench coach position with the Diamondbacks prior to his … [Read more...] about Rangers Finalize 2025 Coaching Staff