Royals Bring Back Michael Wacha On 3 Year $51 Million Deal

The Kansas City Royals and Michael Wacha have agreed to a 3 year $51 million contract with a club option for a fourth year. Wacha was one of the only players in MLB to strike a deal during the five-day quiet period after the World Series. Free Agents have the ability to sign with their… read more

Brenton Doyle and Ezequiel Tovar Named 2024 Gold Glove Winners

The Rawlings Gold Glove Awards were announced on Sunday evening and a pair of Colorado Rockies were among the recipients. Shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and center fielder Brenton Doyle were named the winners at their respective positions, marking the first time since 2018 that the Rockies have had two winners in a single season. Third baseman… read more

Steven Kwan, Andres Gimenez Three-Peat as Gold Glove Winners for Cleveland Guardians

Outstanding defense is part of the “secret sauce” that helped the Cleveland Guardians win the AL Central Division and advance to baseball’s final four. Second baseman Andres Gimenez and left fielder Steven Kwan won Gold Glove awards for the third time, as Major League Baseball announced on Sunday. Jose Ramirez was a finalist at third… read more

Sox Populi 2024 White Sox Minor League All-Star Team: Jairo Iriarte

If there’s one thing you need to know about Jairo Iriarte, it’s that he strikes out a lot of guys.

How Rangers/Giants Coaching Ties Led Justin Viele To Texas

The year is 2021, and no one
 and I mean no one expects the San Francisco Giants to be relevant on the baseball spectrum. After all, this was an odd year. Following the Giants’ run of a dynasty that led to World Series titles in 2010, 2012, and 2014, San Francisco was looking to return… read more

Affected by Altitude Episode 137: It’s Miller Time!

Rocky Mountain Rooftop is the Colorado Rockies affiliate of Fans First Sports Network dedicated to covering all things Rockies. Our flagship podcast Affected by Altitude, hosted by Evan Lang and Skyler Timmins, covers all the happenings of the big league club. Other shows under the RMR banner include Every Rockie Ever and Rooftop Mingle featuring… read more

Sox Populi 2024 White Sox Minor League All-Star Team: Tyler Schweitzer

Schweitzer profiles as an all-around pitcher, with average control and a 50 grade on all pitches except for a 55 on his fastball. Based on 2024 results, however, 50 control is likely lower than Schweitzer deserves, and his ability to avoid sharp contact deserves recognition.

Cody Bellinger Opts In To Stay With Cubs in 2025

Cody Bellinger won’t be going anywhere for the 2025 season. On Saturday it was announced that Bellinger opted into his contract to stay with the Chicago Cubs in 2025. Bellinger signed a three-year $90 million deal with the Cubs before last season. His deal included opt-outs after both 2024 and 2025. Prior to that deal,… read more

Yankees Ace Gerrit Cole Opts Out To Possibly Become Free Agent

There are still a few days before MLB free agents can sign with new teams but the stove is already heating up. New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole has opted out of his contract to possibly become a free agent. However, this comes with an asterisk. The Yankees have the chance to void the opt-out… read more

Sox Populi 2024 White Sox Minor League All-Star Team: Abraham NĂșñez

Based on his buff debut at 17 in the DSL, it’s arguable NĂșñez disappointed slightly Stateside, despite being the only primary center fielder selected on our All-Star squad. But there’s still reason for optimism as he re-sets and strikes out on a full season of pro ball next year, at Kannapolis.

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