What the Red Sox Signing Aroldis Chapman Means

It is not Tanner Scott, but the Boston Red Sox have addressed the back of the bullpen. Per Jeff Passan, the Red Sox have signed Aroldis Chapman to a one year contract and for $10.75 million. Pending a physical, Chapman is shipping up to Boston. With the losses of Kenley Jansen and Chris Martin, the… read more

Where will Nolan Arenado end up?

While Juan Soto is certainly the biggest free agent name on the market, it’s becoming increasingly likely that the top name on the trade market in star third baseman Nolan Arenado. The St. Louis Cardinals are obviously transitioning into a pseudo-rebuild. Since acquiring Arenado in 2021 after his public spat with the Colorado Rockies, the… read more

Breaking Down The Rangers Signing Of Kyle Higashioka

Last night, the Texas Rangers filled a much-needed to be filled hole on their roster for 2025 and beyond. Texas announced the signing of veteran catcher Kyle Higashioka to a two-year contract worth $13.7 million. Higashioka’s contract will add $5.75 million to the team’s payroll in 2025 and $6.75 million for the 2026 season. In… read more

The Detroit Tigers are “In” on Ha-Seong Kim

Sports writer Evan Petzold reported on his podcast “Days of Roar” that the Tigers are “In” on former Padres shortstop Ha-Seong Kim. Kim finished 2024 with a slash line of .233/.330/.370/.700. His slash line was even better with runners in scoring position, which is definitely an area to improve in for the team. Kim’s 2024… read more

Is the Dodgers Way of Spending Good for Baseball?

The defending champions are not going away quietly. Instead, they are loading up so that way they can defend their crown. The Los Angeles Dodgers went out and spent money and continue to be aggressive. Where they Spent the Money The Dodgers shocked the world and signed 2023 CY Young Winner Blake Snell. Snell got… read more

Does Tanner Scott Joining The Texas Rangers Make Sense?

Everyone who knows anything about the Texas Rangers knows that they always need to upgrade their bullpen. This winter is no different as Rangers leverage relievers Jose Leclerc, David Robertson, and Kirby Yates are all free agents. If you’ve been following the Rangers for a long time, you know they are not the organization to… read more

Chicago Cubs sign Matthew Boyd

The Chicago Cubs have made their first significant splash in free agency, inking left-hander Matthew Boyd to a two-year deal that will guarantee him $29 million, per a report from Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The deal also includes $1 million in performance bonuses that could earn him $30 million over the two… read more

Affected by Altitude Episode 141: The Big Huge 2024 Awards Show Episode

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

Arm Chair GM – Could Rangers Be A Fit For Cody Bellinger?

The Chicago Cubs are trying to trade former MVP Cody Bellinger after he opted into his $27.5 million option for the 2025 season. Bellinger signed a three-year $90 million dollar deal prior to last season but took a step back in 2024 slashing .266/.325/.426 with 18 home runs and 76 RBI. With the Texas Rangers… read more

MLB Hall of Fame Ballot: Who Is Going to Cooperstown?

Baseball writers and historians are filling out their ballots for the 2025 induction class of the Baseball Hall of Fame. This year, the Hall of Fame welcomed Colorado first baseman Todd Helton, Minnesota catcher Joe Mauer, and Texas third baseman Adrian Beltre. Voters can select up to 10 candidates, and they must make their selections… read more

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