Stadium News

Breaking News from the Bench to the Bleachers

MLB

Cubs rumors: Japanese stud with 1.48 ERA last season is pitcher to watch in free agency

> >

The Chicago Cubs have identified 26-year-old Nippon Professional Baseball’s pitcher Kaima Taira as an alternative to Tarik Skubal, who is expected to be a part of a bidding war amongst MLB teams, one the Cubs may as well sit out of. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma reported that the organization has conducted extensive background work on […] The post Cubs rumors: Japanese stud with 1.48 ERA last season is pitcher to watch in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreCubs rumors: Japanese stud with 1.48 ERA last season is pitcher to watch in free agency

Guardians Will Pay Underused Pitcher $7.4 Million in 2027 MLB Season

> >

The Cleveland Guardians generally do not give out big contracts. Their salary situation is a lot less hefty than almost every other team in MLB. There’s one contract that’ll be worth watching in the 2027 season, though, and that’s Tanner Bibee. A year ago, there would’ve been no doubts going forward about Bibee. He was […] The post Guardians Will Pay Underused Pitcher $7.4 Million in 2027 MLB Season appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreGuardians Will Pay Underused Pitcher $7.4 Million in 2027 MLB Season

32-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Philadelphia Phillies Organization

> >

The Philadelphia Phillies are coming off a season where they got into the MLB playoffs (despite a slow start).That said, they lost to the Atlanta Braves in the Wild Card Series.The final game was on October 1 when they lost by a score of 6-2 at Truist Park.32-Year-Old Pitcher Released By Philadelphia PhilliesEarlier this month, […] The post 32-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Philadelphia Phillies Organization appeared first on HEAVY.

Read more32-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Philadelphia Phillies Organization

Padres rumors: Latest free agency report will have fans dreaming of Tarik Skubal signing with San Diego

> > > >

The Los Angeles Dodgers could still certainly re-sign Tarik Skubal. The New York Mets have also been mentioned as a suitor for the star pitcher. However, the San Diego Padres cannot be overlooked in the Skubal sweepstakes. The latest MLB free agency report from Jon Morosi of MLB Network will leave Padres fans dreaming of […] The post Padres rumors: Latest free agency report will have fans dreaming of Tarik Skubal signing with San Diego appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read morePadres rumors: Latest free agency report will have fans dreaming of Tarik Skubal signing with San Diego

Los Angeles Dodgers Release 25-Year-Old Catcher in Surprise Move

> >

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an important offseason ahead of them.After being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS, the Dodgers should have several moves on the way.Yet, the Dodgers have parted ways with one of their young catchers with the offseason getting started.Los Angeles Dodgers Release 25-Year-Old CatcherThe Dodgers have released catcher Nelson […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Release 25-Year-Old Catcher in Surprise Move appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreLos Angeles Dodgers Release 25-Year-Old Catcher in Surprise Move

27-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Atlanta Braves Organization

> > >

The Atlanta Braves last played on October 7. They lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLDS. That said, the Braves still had an incredibly talented roster that looked like a true contender. 27-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Atlanta Braves This past week, a member of the Braves’ organization became a […] The post 27-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Atlanta Braves Organization appeared first on HEAVY.

Read more27-Year-Old Pitcher Immediately Released By Atlanta Braves Organization

Boston Red Sox Abruptly Release 3-Year MLB Veteran Pitcher

> >

The Boston Red Sox are gearing up for a very important offseason. After being embarrassed by the New York Yankees in the AL Wild Card Series, the Red Sox should be aggressively looking to improve their roster. Now, with the offseason getting started, the Red Sox have parted ways with one of their veteran minor […] The post Boston Red Sox Abruptly Release 3-Year MLB Veteran Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreBoston Red Sox Abruptly Release 3-Year MLB Veteran Pitcher

Phillies’ Reportedly Open To Trading Outfielder Brandon Marsh

> >

The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly making outfielder Brandon Marsh available in trade talks this offseason, according to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale in an article this morning before the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. Marsh (age 32) is a left-handed-hitting, primarily corner outfielder who posted a .260 batting average with 18 home runs, 62 RBIs, a […] The post Phillies’ Reportedly Open To Trading Outfielder Brandon Marsh appeared first on HEAVY.

Read morePhillies’ Reportedly Open To Trading Outfielder Brandon Marsh

Ex-Toronto Blue Jays Outfielder Immediately Released By Current Team

> > > >

The Toronto Blue Jays are coming off a season where they missed the 2026 MLB playoffs. Just one year prior they had reached all the way to Game 7 of the World Series (before losing to the Los Angeles Dodgers). Ex-Toronto Blue Jays Outfielder Immediately Released Earlier this month, a member of the Blue Jays’ […] The post Ex-Toronto Blue Jays Outfielder Immediately Released By Current Team appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreEx-Toronto Blue Jays Outfielder Immediately Released By Current Team

MLB rumors: Cubs’ Tarik Skubal sleeper status amid Dodgers vs. Mets battle immediately gets cold water dumped on it

> > > >

The biggest name on the free-agent market is two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal. The Chicago Cubs, who need starting pitching, are projected to be in the battle. However, the Cubs are being careful, per Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. In other words, they will be vying for other pitchers on the market, who […] The post MLB rumors: Cubs’ Tarik Skubal sleeper status amid Dodgers vs. Mets battle immediately gets cold water dumped on it appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreMLB rumors: Cubs’ Tarik Skubal sleeper status amid Dodgers vs. Mets battle immediately gets cold water dumped on it

Braves rumors: Don’t expect a Ronald Acuna Jr. trade this offseason after messy playoffs

> >

The idea of Ronald Acuna Jr. being traded this offseason has been mentioned recently in rumors following the Atlanta Braves star’s difficult postseason. He hit just .125 to go along with a .425 OPS and no extra base hits in seven games during the 2026 postseason. The Braves were ultimately defeated in the National league […] The post Braves rumors: Don’t expect a Ronald Acuna Jr. trade this offseason after messy playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreBraves rumors: Don’t expect a Ronald Acuna Jr. trade this offseason after messy playoffs

MLB rumors: Mets insider rejects Jacob deGrom reunion idea as Rangers face trade dilemma

> > >

A Jacob deGrom reunion with the New York Mets appears unlikely despite growing speculation about the Texas Rangers’ offseason plans. The veteran pitcher previously blocked a potential trade away from Texas, raising questions about whether he would approve another move. Mets insider Chelsea Janes expressed skepticism about deGrom voluntarily returning to his former organization. “I […] The post MLB rumors: Mets insider rejects Jacob deGrom reunion idea as Rangers face trade dilemma appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreMLB rumors: Mets insider rejects Jacob deGrom reunion idea as Rangers face trade dilemma

Cubs rumors: Michael King, Freddy Peralta, Adrian Morejon free agency update will make fans squirm

> > > > >

The Chicago Cubs need starting pitching. That will be their top priority as the offseason begins this week at the annual general managers’ meeting in Las Vegas. Obviously, two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal is the biggest name on the free agent market. However, the Cubs are looking to go to battle for him. […] The post Cubs rumors: Michael King, Freddy Peralta, Adrian Morejon free agency update will make fans squirm appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreCubs rumors: Michael King, Freddy Peralta, Adrian Morejon free agency update will make fans squirm

Red Sox rumors: The player who’s ‘as good as gone’ in trade this offseason

> >

It is that time of the year again as the Boston Red Sox are once again rumored to be looking to trade outfielder Jarren Duran. However, this time around, Boston is reportedly willing to lower their asking price, per USA Today’s Bob Nightingale. Duran’s market value has declined considerably following a disappointing 2026 campaign in […] The post Red Sox rumors: The player who’s ‘as good as gone’ in trade this offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreRed Sox rumors: The player who’s ‘as good as gone’ in trade this offseason

Yankees Suddenly Emerge as Favorites for Japanese Pitching Prospect

> >

While the New York Yankees boast one of baseball’s best rotations, they’re always on the lookout for additional depth. And according to a recently released report, they’re reportedly at the forefront of landing an intriguing right-handed Japanese prospect. New York Yankees Reportedly Frontrunners To Land Intriguing Japanese Prospect Per Andrés Chávez of SB Nation, the […] The post Yankees Suddenly Emerge as Favorites for Japanese Pitching Prospect appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreYankees Suddenly Emerge as Favorites for Japanese Pitching Prospect

New York Mets’ Juan Soto Has Personal News Emerge Amid MLB Offseason

> >

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto is enjoying a quiet offseason after an injury-ravaged 2026 season. Two calf injuries cost Soto 51 games. He played in 111 games and hit .275 with 27 home runs, 68 RBIs and a .908 OPS. Soto still earned his fifth All-Star selection in July. He has not committed to […] The post New York Mets’ Juan Soto Has Personal News Emerge Amid MLB Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreNew York Mets’ Juan Soto Has Personal News Emerge Amid MLB Offseason