Rosenthal: MLB owners taking a hard-line stance on a salary cap would be a mistake
The debate over whether a cap would be good for baseball is again taking place not just among owners, but also among fans.
The teams with the biggest jumps (and declines) in payroll in 2025, plus more MLB notes
The Orioles have an outfield logjam, a look at some extra moves by the Dodgers and easier travel to Japan for the Cubs this ...
MLB’s 2025 offseason in summary, plus what is Stuff+?
This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. Congrats to the Eagles, and now let’s get those pitchers and catchers reported! Today: a quick ...
Pete Alonso finally signed. Plus, Phillies’ looming decisions and umpire Pat Hoberg’s firing
Compared to recent offseasons, the Philadelphia Phillies have been a little boring. President of baseball operations David ...
Bobby Witt Jr.’s omission from ‘The Show’ cover, Phillies’ upcoming big decisions and more MLB notes
Compared to recent offseasons, the Philadelphia Phillies have been a little boring. President of baseball operations David ...
Cubs have discussed signing Justin Turner if Alex Bregman goes elsewhere: Sources
At the age of 40, Turner is a highly accomplished right-handed hitter (.821 career OPS) with tons of postseason experience.
MLB fires umpire Pat Hoberg for sharing betting accounts with pro poker player who bet on baseball
Major League Baseball has fired umpire Pat Hoberg after he shared sports betting accounts with a professional poker player ...
MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal Says the Problem with the Seattle Mariners is Ownership-Based
The Seattle Mariners pitchers and catchers will report to spring training in one week as they get set to embark on the 2025 ...
MLB Rumors: Cubs Considering Justin Turner Contract If Alex Bregman Signs Elsewhere
The Chicago Cubs are considering signing free agent Justin Turner as a backup option if Alex Bregman signs elsewhere, ...
Pete Alonso’s short-term deal with Mets showcases the need for a bounce-back 2025 season
Three other Scott Boras clients recently opted out of short-term deals after one year, then struck belated free-agent riches.
Too much talent? Ken Rosenthal gets desperate to throw shade at Dodgers offseason
You might think that the Los Angeles Dodgers won the offseason with a spending spree that included Blake Snell, Roki Sasaki, ...
MLB News: Farhan Zaidi Reportedly Hired to Dodgers Front Office After Giants Stint
Former Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Farhan Zaidi is reportedly returning to the Dodgers' front office after his firing ...