Skenes, Gil win Rookie of the Year in a pairing not seen since 1981
There were so many great rookie campaigns in 2024, but only one player from each league can take home the Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award. This year’s winners were announced Monday night on MLB Network, with the Pirates’ Paul Skenes and the Yankees’ Luis Gil taking home the
Wagner gets final shot; CC, Ichiro arrive as 2025 Hall of Fame ballot released
The 2025 Baseball Writers’ Association of America Hall of Fame ballot was released on Monday. It is headlined by one of baseball's best hitters (Ichiro Suzuki), one of its best starting pitchers (CC Sabathia) and one of its best closers (Billy Wagner), each of whom could be in the same
Inside the Soto sweepstakes: December decision? And a mystery club?
The Juan Soto sweepstakes are in full swing, and while no conclusion is expected before Thanksgiving, the feeling around the industry is that the slugger could make his decision prior to the Winter Meetings, which get underway on Dec. 9 in Dallas. Having already met with the Blue Jays, Red
Skenes becomes 2nd Pirate to win NL Rookie of the Year
Paul Skenes entered the 2024 season with the expectations of being the top pitching prospect of his generation. He will exit 2024 as the top rookie in the National League. On Monday, Skenes was named the National League’s Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award winner by the Baseball Writers'
Gil's dominance recognized with 10th Rookie of the Year in Yankees history
Luis Gil’s season began with a demotion to Minor League camp some three weeks before Opening Day, only to be summoned back across the street when his services were needed in the starting rotation. It concluded on Monday with the right-hander being named the 2024 American League Jackie Robinson Rookie
Hall of Fame ballot has 14 first-timers
Since 2014, there have been 16 players elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in their first year on the Baseball Writers’ Association of America ballot. You should expect that number to go up with this year’s class. The BBWAA unveiled its 2025 Hall of Fame ballot on Monday. It
Here are the Rookie of the Year vote totals
Below are point totals for the balloting for the 2024 Rookie of the Year Award, as voted on by members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Ballots for each award were submitted before the start of the postseason from two writers in every city, based on the league covered.
Which teams are leading the race for Burnes?
MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Corbin Burnes.
7 storylines to follow for 2025 HOF ballot
The Hall of Fame ballot for the Class of 2025 -- announced on Monday afternoon -- features two powerhouse newcomers, the last chance for a dominant closer, longtime superstar outfielders continuing their push toward Cooperstown and more. After last year's class featured Adrian Beltré, Todd Helton, Joe Mauer and Jim
The case for each Manager of the Year Award finalist
By commanding a clubhouse and making the right in-game moves, a good manager can make a major difference. But which MLB skipper made the biggest impact in 2024? Three American League Central managers -- the Tigers’ A.J. Hinch, the Royals’ Matt Quatraro and the Guardians’ Stephen Vogt -- have a
Here's each team's toughest Rule 5 Draft decision
It's decision time. Clubs have until 6 p.m. ET Tuesday to add players to their 40-man rosters and protect them from the Rule 5 Draft, which will take place Dec. 11 at the Winter Meetings in Dallas. We've listed every organization's ranked prospects who are Rule 5-eligible here. There are
The next 5 HOF ballots are stacked
The Hall of Fame's Class of 2024 is complete. Now the question becomes: Who's next? Three players punched their tickets to Cooperstown in 2024: first-timers Adrián Beltré and Joe Mauer, along with Todd Helton, who made it in his sixth year of eligibility. But what will the future Hall of
A third club has met with Soto, with more soon (reports)
MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Juan Soto.
Where could Bregman land in free agency?
With the 2024 season behind us and the Hot Stove ready to burn, we're taking a closer look at some of the most prominent players in free agency.
Skenes joins exclusive club of No. 1 picks to win ROY
When he was announced as the winner of the 2024 National League Rookie of the Year Award on Monday night, Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes became just the fifth No. 1 overall Draft selection to win the honor, and the first pitcher. It was a fitting cap to a whirlwind year
Astros' stadium is now Daikin Park after new naming rights deal
HOUSTON -- As the Minute Maid Park signage begins to be removed from the Astros’ downtown ballpark over the next few weeks to make room for it being rebranded Daikin Park in January 2025, owner Jim Crane said the club also has plans for the familiar oranges that fill the
Red Sox a sneaky contender to land Soto
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Second-tier free agents with huge upsides
When you look at this offseason’s free-agent class, there is perhaps only one player who would project as a clear, no-doubt, superstar moving forward. That would be Juan Soto, who has a consistent track record of big league excellence and just turned 26 years old. Those players simply don’t reach
Merrill the runner-up to Skenes for NL Rookie of the Year
SAN DIEGO -- Jackson Merrill had as strong a case as anyone to end the Padres' longstanding Rookie of the Year drought. He came up just short on Monday night.
Cowser finishes 2nd in tight AL Rookie of Year race
BALTIMORE -- When Colton Cowser reported to Spring Training in Sarasota, Fla., in mid-February, he hadn’t been guaranteed a spot on the Orioles’ Opening Day roster. His disappointing 2023 MLB debut meant he was being thrown into a crowded mix of players battling to win a job as a fourth
Chourio finishes third in NL Rookie of the Year Award voting
MILWAUKEE -- Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio finished third in NL Rookie of the Year Award balloting on Monday, tying a bow on a special debut for the youngest player to appear in a Major League game this season. Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes won the award after appearing first on 23
N. Martinez accepts qualifying offer, will pitch for Reds in 2025
CINCINNATI -- In a decision that likely settles offseason questions about filling the Reds rotation, free-agent pitcher Nick Martinez has accepted the club's qualifying offer to return for the 2025 season. Martinez also did not rule out the possibility of staying longer. Martinez, 34, will play under a one-year, $21.05
Ranking '24 rookies based on long-term value
The Rookie of the Year Award winners will be announced Monday, with the National League featuring one of the closest three-way races ever. Who had the better season between Jackson Chourio, who recorded the third-ever 20/20 season by a rookie age 20 or younger; Jackson Merrill, who made an easy
D-backs officially open Dominican Academy with memorable celebration
The Arizona Diamondbacks hosted the official grand opening of their Dominican Academy at the Las Américas Complex in the Dominican Republic. With a perfect backdrop of blue skies and sunshine, the celebration was attended by over 200 guests, including senior leadership, current players, alumni, Dominican dignitaries, sports authorities from various
Mets sign Hagenman big league deal, 2 others added on Minors deals
This page will be updated throughout the offseason, with all the latest Mets signings, news and transactions.