This division was pretty sleepy last season…and looks about the same this year. While other divisions saw previously mediocre teams like the Padres and Reds spend money, the Royals, Tigers, and rumored active but in the process not White Sox … Continue reading American League Central Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
Today the Oakland A’s are the first MLB team to have their pitchers and catchers report for Spring Training. Normally by now, we know where all the big free agents have gone and which teams might be the “surprise” team … Continue reading Ruining Pitchers and Catchers Report Day (Daryll)
The Chicago White Sox signed Kelvin Herrera to a two-year, $18 Million deal that includes a vesting option for a third year on Monday. Herrera played 2018 with the Kansas City Royals and the Washington Nationals, posting a 2-3 record … Continue reading Chicago White Sox Sign Kelvin Herrera (Giuseppe)
Chicago White Sox pitcher Ivan Nova was told he would need to pack his bags and head to Chicago on Tuesday after the White Sox struck a deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates for the starter. Nova posted a 4.19 ERA … Continue reading Chicago White Sox Acquire Ivan Nova (Giuseppe)
The 2019 Today’s Player Committee has spoken and there will be at least two new names entering Cooperstown in July’s 2019 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony after relief pitcher Lee Smith and stud designated hitter Harold Baines were both voted … Continue reading Harold Baines and Lee Smith Elected to the Hall of Fame by Player’s Committee (Giuseppe)
The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired left-handed pitcher Luis Avilan from the Chicago White Sox in return for right-handed pitcher Felix Paulino. In 2018, Avilan has posted a 3.86 ERA in 58 games, primarily as the Chicago White Sox’ lefty specialist. Avilan … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies Acquire Luis Avilan from Chicago White Sox (Giuseppe)
Chicago White Sox catcher Welington Castillo will be suspended 80 games for violating Major League Baseball’s joint drug agreement. It has not been specified as to exactly what Castillo was caught using, but according to a source, the substance was not … Continue reading Welington Castillo Suspended 80 Games After Testing Positive For Performance Enhancing Substance (Giuseppe)
The Chicago White Sox signed free agent Johnny Giavotella to a Minor League deal on Saturday. The deal was announced by Chicago’s Double-A Birmingham and Giavotella is expected to continue to play at the Double-A level. Giavotella was released by … Continue reading Chicago White Sox Sign Johnny Giavotella (Giuseppe)
While the Nation’s eyes watch March Madness for upsets like 16 UMBC v 1 Virginia, baseball had it’s own upset last season when the Cleveland Indians lost to the Yankees in the American League Division Series. The Indians went up … Continue reading American League Central Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
After playing 14-years in the Majors, Twins great Justin Morneau has called it a career and joined the Minnesota Twins front office as a Special Assistant. Justin Morneau was a Minnesota Twins fan favorite for nearly 10 years of his 14-year career, … Continue reading Justin Morneau Retires, Joins Minnesota Twins Front Office (Giuseppe)
