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Bleacher Report: MLB Trade Rumors: Reds Discussing Corey Kluber, Trevor Bauer with Indians
As the Cincinnati Reds look to bolster their starting rotation, they have reportedly inquired about Cleveland Indians pitchers Corey Kluber and Trevor Bauer.
Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported the news Tuesday, adding the Reds have also shown interest in free-agent Wade Miley.
This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.
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Bleacher Report: Dodgers Trade Rumors: LA Looking to Reshape Payroll by Dealing Outfielders, SP
Yasiel Puig, Cody Bellinger and Rich Hill reportedly headline a star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers trade block as the team attempts to reshape its payroll ahead of the 2019 MLB season.
On Tuesday, Buster Olney of ESPN reported Joc Pederson and Matt Kemp join Puig and Bellinger as the outfielders L.A. could move, while Alex Wood and Hill are the available starting pitchers.
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- Bleacher Report: Full Article
SI.com: Be Nice to Harold Baines: He Didn't Create the Absurd Process That Led to His Election
A baseball player has seven ways to reach first base and five ways to get elected to the Hall of Fame. Harold Baines was just elected by the Today's Game committee, which is not to be confused with the Modern Baseball committee, the Golden Days committee, the Early Baseball committee, or the Extremely Attractive and Witty committee, also known as the Baseball Writers Association of America.
I feel a bit for Baines, who earned the ultimate compliment only to be told he didn't remotely deserve it. This is because he didn't remotely deserve it. Baines was a good player who does not belong in Hall of Fame conversations, let alone the Hall of Fame.
- SI.com: Full Article
SI.com: Free-Agent Pitcher Adam Ottavino: 'I Would Strike Babe Ruth Out Every Time'
Free-agent pitcher Adam Ottavino had a few thoughts on how Babe Ruth would fare if he were playing today: not very well.
Ottavino said that Ruth, considered one of the game's all-time greatest players, would likely struggle facing the power pitchers of today.
"I had an argument with a coach in Triple-A about Babe Ruth's effectiveness in today's game," Ottavino said on MLB's Statcast podcast. "I said, 'Babe Ruth, with that swing, swinging that bat, I got him hitting .140 with eight homers.'
He was like, 'are you nuts? Babe Ruth would hit .
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SI.com: MLB Trade Rumors: Mets, Yankees, Marlins In Talks On Three-Team Deal
The Winter Meetings are finally here, and teams are preparing to offer big paydays for needed replacements and reinforcements ahead of the 2019 season.
Big name free agents such as Bryce Harper and Manny Machado are still on the market and expected to take home some of the largest paychecks in baseball history.
The Mets and Mariners got started on the wheeling and dealing blockbuster deal for Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz, a number of other notable players are hitting the free-agent market earlier than expected.
Last week's big news concerned pitcher Patrick Corbin, who agreed to a six-year deal worth $140 million with the Washington Nationals.
- SI.com: Full Article
SI.com: Can the Red Sox Survive Without Craig Kimbrel? They Seem to Think So
LAS VEGAS -- The winter meetings press conference to mark Nate Eovaldi's return to Boston may be the last major news the Red Sox make this winter. Coming off a 108-win season and a World Series title, the defending champions seem poised to have a mellow offseason. So far, Dave Dombrowski's front office has brought back Eovaldi and World Series MVP Steve Pearce, but beyond that, it's been all quiet on the AL East front.
One notable casualty of that approach: Craig Kimbrel. The All-Star closer looks like he's fallen out of Boston's plans, if Dombrowski's comments during Monday's press conference carry any weight.
- SI.com: Full Article
SI.com: Winter Meetings Notebook: Don't Be So Quick to Heap Praise on the Mets' Moves Just Yet
LAS VEGAS -- As a new GM hire in San Diego, A.J. Preller, then 36, was the "rock star" of the 2014-15 offseason. He signed or traded for Matt Kemp, Wil Myers, Justin Upton, James Shields and Craig Kimbrel. Now the "rock star" title has been passed to another bold new GM hire, Brodie Van Wagenen, 44, of the Mets.
Having already traded for Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz, Van Wagenen has sent signals at these winter meetings that he will continue to be aggressive, especially when it comes to adding to his bullpen and finding another bat for his offense.
- SI.com: Full Article
Bleacher Report: MLB Trade Rumors: Noah Syndergaard, JT Realmuto Deals Discussed by Yankees, Mets
The New York Mets and New York Yankees are reportedly not letting the fact that they are cross-city rivals stop them from discussing a potential head-turning trade that could involve multiple teams.
According to Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports, the Mets are willing to move starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard for a "big return" and are in the midst of discussing two- and three-team trades that could feature Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto.
Rosenthal noted a specific trade they've talked about would involve the Yankees and Marlins and bring Realmuto to the Mets, although it was unclear is Syndergaard was part of it.
- Bleacher Report: Full Article
Bleacher Report: MLB Rumors: Blue Jays Meet with Troy Tulowitzki's Agent at Winter Meetings
The Toronto Blue Jays met with the agent for shortstop Troy Tulowitzki at the 2018 MLB winter meetings, Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith reported Monday.
According to Nicholson-Smith, the Blue Jays didn't speak with Tulowitzki personally, but general manager Ross Atkins said the team might "potentially" visit with the five-time All-Star.
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- Bleacher Report: Full Article
SI.com: Brian Cashman Says Yankees Don't Have Spot for Bryce Harper
The Bryce Harper sweepstakes are in full force as the Winter Meetings began in Las Vegas this week, but don't expect the Yankees to be among the key bidders.
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said New York has six outfielders on Monday, adding that Harper playing first base "isn't an option," according to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand.
New York's outfield in 2018 was headlined by a quartet of Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Hicks and Brett Gardner. Jacoby Ellsbury is still under contract despite missing all of 2018. With an already crowded outfield, Cashman is reportedly hesitant to bring Harper into the rotation.
- SI.com: Full Article
Bleacher Report: Yankees Trade Rumors: NYY Discussing Scooter Gennett with Reds
The New York Yankees and Cincinnati Reds reportedly had "a little talk" involving second baseman Scooter Gennett, according to Jon Heyman of Fancred.
Heyman added: "Not sure how much there is to it. NYY does need a middle infielder."
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SI.com: Why Aren't Teams Lining Up to Sign Former Cy Young Winner Dallas Keuchel?
LAS VEGAS -- As baseball becomes more of a swing-and-miss game, how much would you pay for the skill of pitching to contact? The free agency of Dallas Keuchel is a fascinating test case, and so far the results are not encouraging for the dying art of sinking the baseball. There has been only faint buzz about Keuchel, the most accomplished starting pitcher on the market, at these winter meetings.
In another era--say, just five years ago--Keuchel would have the deep portfolio of an elite free agent in demand: a Cy Young Award, three 200-inning seasons, two All-Star selections and a stellar postseason record.
- SI.com: Full Article
Bleacher Report: MLB Rumors: Phillies, Scott Boras to Meet Amid Bryce Harper Interest
The Philadelphia Phillies and agent Scott Boras are expected to meet in Las Vegas this week to discuss free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper.
Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reported the news.
The Phillies have long been rumored as a Harper suitor, so management's linking up with Boras is of little surprise.
Harper, 26, is expected to command one of the richest contracts in baseball history this offseason. He spent his first seven seasons with the Washington Nationals, making six All-Star teams and winning the 2015 National League MVP.
- Bleacher Report: Full Article
Bleacher Report: Manny Machado Rumors: Star Has 3 Mystery Teams; 'Market Is Limited'
The New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies and Chicago White Sox are believed to be in the running for free-agent superstar Manny Machado this offseason.
But according to Jon Heyman of Fancred, at least three mystery teams may also enter the bidding:
Jon Heyman
Manny Machado was reputed to have three mystery teams interested (beyond known yankees, phils, chisox), and he may well have. But no one seems to know who they are (that's why they are a mystery?!) there are skeptics. One exec opined: "He'll get paid but the market is limited.
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Bleacher Report: MSNBC: Yankees' Randy Levine a 'Wild Card' for Donald Trump's Chief of Staff
New York Yankees President Randy Levine is reportedly in consideration to become President Donald Trump's chief of staff and is a "wild card" for the post, according to MSNBC (h/t Adam Zagoria of the New York Times).
Adam Zagoria
Yankees President Randy Levine being called a 'wild card' by @msnbc for White House Chief of Staff position https://t.co/91gINLTPfY
Levine has served as the team's president since 2000. Prior to joining the Yankees, he was both the principal associate deputy attorney general and principal deputy associate attorney general for the U.
- Bleacher Report: Full Article
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Price has been ever bit as good as Kershaw in the post season and not sure LA deserves to be -150 today. You simply can't bet LA at -150, so the only two options are Red Sox +130 or Dodger RL (-1.5) +150. I think it's a low scoring game so leaning Red Sox win and close it out tonight.
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My bookie has Boston +150. Regardless of who's on the mound for Boston, I'm taking the Red Sox simply from the point of value here with the plus money
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Nathan Eovaldi was originally expected to start for Boston tonight but he pitched in relief again in Game 3, the third time in three games this series, which rules him out for Game 4 tonight. Instead, the Red Sox figure to roll with Drew Pomeranz or Chris Sale on short rest. Rich Hill is expected to go for the Dodgers. He posted a 3.66 ERA during the regular season and he has only allowed 3 runs in 10 post season innings. I'm going to pick the Dodgers to win Game 4 because I don't trust Pomeranz and I don't trust short-rest Sale given his velocity issues since coming back from the DL. Dodgers win tonight 6-3.
Betting Pick: Dodgers -1.5 +125 (RL)- @WarbucksI can get behind that.@Sammy52I think both teams are drained following that marathon last night so Im leaning to the LA Dodgers who should have the edge on the mound tonight regardless of who starts for Boston@MTLJDodgers might win but this wont be high scoring. Both teams drained their bullpen and hitting strength
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I was all over Los Angeles in game one from a value standpoint as I thought Kershaw gave us a legitimate chance in that matchup. And game 2 unfolded about how we expected, I actually had Boston on the RL in game 2 which cashed. Tonight, Buehler has the edge over Porcello and it will be hard for the Red Sox to win 3 straight, but from from a sheer betting value perspective the only bet here is Boston +135, as you can't lay -160 odds with how hot the Red Sox are right now. I'll go out on a limb here and predict Boston Red Sox find a way to win game 3 and all but close this world series out.
- @MTLJagree with you, Dodgers has like 30-35% chance of winning but you have to pay -160 which is absurd. Even at -120 i would consider twice. You never know, its Boston , they do have the hitting power to sweep Dodgers , don't forget Red Sox went 4-1 , 4 winning streak against Astros. Are dodgers better than Astros? i doubt.@BookieKillerNo the Dodgers are not better than the Astros. I don't think they are better than Milwaukee either. I'll take the plus money and Boston tonight...Red Sox bats are too mean.@Altuve27I wish the Stros had another shot at Boston. I've never seen a team score more runs with 2 outs. But I do believe Boston is the best team this year.
LA Times: David Freese may start for Dodgers in Game 3, even with right-hander Rick Porcello on mound for Red Sox
Through the first five months of the season, the Dodgers were a middling offense against left-handed pitchers. As a group, they ranked 19th in baseball with a .711 on-base-plus-slugging percentage. That mediocrity prompted the team to acquire David Freese, a veteran corner infielder.
In the final month of the season, as the Dodgers surged to their sixth consecutive National League West title, the offense was far more formidable against left-handed pitching. The team posted an .831 OPS against left-handers in September, which was third in baseball, and not far from the team's .860 OPS against right-handed pitchers that month.
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The reasons why you will bet on Dodgers is because : 1. Red Sox pitchers can't bat. 2. Dodgers are at home. 3. Buehler. 4. Bounce. Still, -165 is just way too much for a team that has 30-35% to win against Red Sox. As for me, i will continue riding the Red Sox and with plus money? Hell yea! Bats seemed dead yesterday due to the cold, hopefully Friday night will be warm. BOL.
My Pick: Boston +140 & Over 7.5
- @MTLJForgot to mention , im 2-0 since the beginning of the series. Riding Red Sox and only.@JohnMillerNICE. +140? Why not.@Altuve27Agree, can't pass up +140 in a world series game with the better team. Too early to break out the brooms?? lol
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Nevermind my Winning rate profile, its almost impossible to reset it. Yesterday , like i said , Dodgers would of been a good bet but Kershaw sucks because he will load the bases : it did happen and Red Sox won. Today, Red sox will win again. Ryu is not better than Kershaw and he is shaky (even lost badly to Reds). After Price tasted the victory against Astros on Game 5, i think he will well perform today as well. If Dodgers will hit Price, the Red Sox will hit Ryu twice harder. No brainer. Red Sox ML and a bit in -1.5. Backers against Red Sox will tell you, it was like, that 3 run HR yesterday. BOL to all.
My Pick: Boston -150 & Under 8.5
- @Jack68Good post! I was on LA last night, at those odds I thought it was the only bet. I agree with yo on Ryu and like Price and Red Sox tonight. Like your thoughts on -1.5 here too. Thanks.@Jack68BOL to you too.@MTLJim sure dodgers will win 1 of the games at home otherwise, this is a 5 game series. No way more. I just can't think of a scary SP dodgers has that Red Sox cannot hit. Buehler? Ryu? Kershaw? Bring it on.
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***LOS ANGELES +150*** Give me Kershaw tonight, Chris Sale reportedly isn't 100%, he has been experiencing shoulder problems and just got out of the hospital for stomach problems 10 days ago. In his last start against the Stro's he was in grind it out mode and fast ball was around 90-92mpg. Too many question marks around Sale tonight to lay -180, give me Kershaw all day at these prices.
- @cashmanGood thoughts
This line moved to +150. How is money coming in on Boston at these odds??
- @David626Not sure how you bet on Boston at almost -200. No Sir.@WycLA all day.
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I like dodgers with plus money and with the fact that they will play hard in 1st game but i'm not confident with Kershaw. He's a ace pitcher in regular season but the more he plays, the slower he pitches. Red Sox can easily hit him. He will load the bases at 2 outs and call to the bullpen.
- @BookieKillerHard to bet against Boston in this spot. Long trip for LA coming off of a 7 game series. Sale and Kershaw on the hill and 1st game of World Series, I think it's low scoring. Go Under 7.5.@MickeyTI like Dodgers tonight, because if Kershaw is "on" then he can shut down the Red Sox. But if he isn't at his best then advantage Red Sox. Sale is also a shutdown pitcher...I like under here too.
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