Two-time World Series champion and 2021 World Series MVP Jorge Soler is heading to the Bay Area this season. Soler and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a 3-year deal worth up to $42 million, and the contract includes a $9 million signing bonus. Jorge Soler has agreed to a three-year deal with the Giants I’m told. — Susan Slusser (@susanslusser) February 13, … [Read more...] about The Giants Sign This Former World Series MVP
MLB Rumors: Athletics Should Not Relocate Despite Plans
The mayor of Las Vegas is gearing up for the Super Bowl. But, she’s more than a little skeptical of the Oakland Athletics, should or will move to Las Vegas. Plus, a teachers union is suing the state to block the A’s stadium deal. Oakland was supposed to have figured out by the end of December where they’ll play in 2025 and beyond before moving to Las Vegas in 2028. That didn’t … [Read more...] about MLB Rumors: Athletics Should Not Relocate Despite Plans
Giants Trade Ross Stripling Across the Bay to the A’s
The San Francisco Giants traded veteran starter Ross Stripling and cash considerations across the Bay to the Oakland Athletics for minor league outfielder Jonah Cox. Stripling is scheduled to earn $12.5 million this season. Jonah Bride was designated for assignment to fill room on the 40-man roster. The A’s also confirmed their reported one-year deal with southpaw Alex … [Read more...] about Giants Trade Ross Stripling Across the Bay to the A’s
Alex Wood Should Get Opportunity to Shine With New Team
Are the Oakland Athletics… trying to win games? Well, probably not. But the team is showing signs of trying to improve in 2024, with the latest being the signing of veteran pitcher Alex Wood, per Robert Murray of FanSided. The terms of the deal are not yet known. Wood will help the Athletics as a solid veteran presence on a pitching staff severely struggling in … [Read more...] about Alex Wood Should Get Opportunity to Shine With New Team
Astros Legend Returns to Giants…In a Different Role
Dusty Baker, last serving as the manager for the Houston Astros, has signed a deal to return to the San Francisco Giants. In what will be his third stint with the West Coast team, he will serve as a special assistant in the front office, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The 74-year-old Baker could be signing up for his last stint in his Hall of Fame career. The San … [Read more...] about Astros Legend Returns to Giants…In a Different Role