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Dodgers' Andrew Friedman voted MLB executive of the year by his peers

Andrew Friedman, in his sixth year in Los Angeles, constructed a team that posted the league's best record and highest win percentage by any club since 1954.

Marcus Stroman says he would never play for new White Sox manager Tony La Russa
Marcus Stroman says he would never play for new White Sox manager Tony La Russa

Marcus Stroman is about to officially hit the free agent market, but it sounds like you can cross one team off the list of potential suitors.

Red Sox ownership insists it didn
Red Sox ownership insists it didn't force the hire of Alex Cora as manager

Chaim Bloom knows no one believes him, but he wants to make it clear that Red Sox ownership didn't force Alex Cora on him.

Mets president Sandy Alderson says free agent Trevor Bauer
Mets president Sandy Alderson says free agent Trevor Bauer 'would be a great personality in New York'

It's never too soon to get he hot stove burning.

Steve Cohen discusses his vision for Mets on and off the field:
Steve Cohen discusses his vision for Mets on and off the field: 'I'm not in this to be mediocre'

New Mets owner Steve Cohen, who said on Tuesday that he wants to take advantage of a unique market this offseason, hit the ground running during his introductory news conference as he discussed 2021 and his long-term vision.

Cohen Eyes World Series With Plan to Build Mets From Within
Cohen Eyes World Series With Plan to Build Mets From Within

Steve Cohen introduced himself as the new owner of the New York Mets Tuesday in a televised media conference, setting the predicate for his coming regime. Cohen said the club's payroll would be "commensurate" with other major market Major League teams and he anticipates developing and holding young talent. "I want to hold onto our […]

3 quotes from Steve Cohen
3 quotes from Steve Cohen's Mets presser that send message to NL East

The Mets are looking to reboot their franchise under new owner Steve Cohen. The rest of the NL East may have a new divisional threat on their hands.

Sandy Alderson gives update on timeline for hiring Mets front office members
Sandy Alderson gives update on timeline for hiring Mets front office members

Mets owner Steve Cohen and team president Sandy Alderson might have been introduced to the media for the first time today, as the new regime transitions into their seats at Citi Field. But work has already begun for the club, which Alderson gave an update on.

Steve Cohen talks payroll, says Mets want to take advantage of unique market:
Steve Cohen talks payroll, says Mets want to take advantage of unique market: 'I think there will be lots of opportunities'

New Mets owner Steve Cohen said during his introductory news conference on Tuesday that he will spend commensurate with the market he's in as he and Sandy Alderson look toward 2021 and beyond. And that spending could put the Mets in a great position given the potential state of the market.

EXCLUSIVE: Sandy Alderson shares his vision for the Mets with Steve Gelbs

New York Mets team president Sandy Alderson joins SNY's Steve Gelbs and shares his vision for the Mets which is in line with new team owner Steve Cohen. Alderson goes on to discuss Cohen and his enthusiasm as an owner and his dedication to adding the resources that will make the Mets a perennial contender.

Sandy Alderson wants to build the Mets into an
Sandy Alderson wants to build the Mets into an 'iconic' franchise

Newly hired team president Sandy Alderson says he wants to build the Mets into an 'iconic' franchise, explains what the future for manager Luis Rojas looks like, and describes how excited he is to work with new owner Steve Cohen.

Sandy Alderson talks Mets
Sandy Alderson talks Mets' offseason needs, overall plan moving forward: 'We want to be iconic'

Speaking on Tuesday as he made his official return to the Mets as team president, Sandy Alderson discussed why he came back, what his overall vision is for the franchise, and his offseason plan to build a contender.

Mets owner Steve Cohen: If we don't win a World Series in 3-5 years, that would be disappointing

In his introductory news conference, the Mets' newest owner Steve Cohen addressed a wide variety of questions surrounding why he wanted to purchase the franchise, bringing back former GM Sandy Alderson as team president, what kind of budget he envisions for the team for big name free agents, his timeline for winning a World Series and more.

Mac Williamson sues Giants over concussion at Oracle Park in 2018
Mac Williamson sues Giants over concussion at Oracle Park in 2018

Mac Williamson sustained the concussion in April 2018.

Trevor Bauer wears nine different hats in Lids announcement, but no Nationals cap
Trevor Bauer wears nine different hats in Lids announcement, but no Nationals cap

Where the likely Cy Young winner will pitch next season is up in the air.

Mets owner Steve Cohen explains why he
Mets owner Steve Cohen explains why he's not 'competing against the Yankees'

With Mets owner Steve Cohen now in place, many believe the Mets will challenge their "big brother" -- the Yankees -- and eventually rise above the storied organization. But Cohen isn't basing his operation off being better than the team a couple train stops away.

Luis Rojas will
Luis Rojas will 'very likely' be back as Mets manager in 2021, says Sandy Alderson

In his first season at the helm, Rojas guided the Mets to a record of 26-34 during the shortened campaign that took place amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Luhnow files $22M breach of contract lawsuit against Astros
Luhnow files $22M breach of contract lawsuit against Astros

Former Astros GM Jeff Luhnow has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against the team, seeking more than $22 million in salary owed.

'No amount of money' could get Marcus Stroman to play for Tony La Russa

Free-agent ace Marcus Stroman doesn't appear likely to sign with the White Sox.

MLB Rumors: Francisco Lindor to Red Sox unlikely despite Alex Cora link
MLB Rumors: Francisco Lindor to Red Sox unlikely despite Alex Cora link

Alex Cora's bond with Francisco Lindor isn't strong enough for the Red Sox to trade for the Indians shortstop, per a report.

Giants see financial breathing room at right time after years of tax concerns
Giants see financial breathing room at right time after years of tax concerns

The Giants have spent two offseasons working on financial flexibility, and that could come in handy this winter.

Shea Anything: What should the Mets give up for a player like Francisco Lindor?
Shea Anything: What should the Mets give up for a player like Francisco Lindor?

On the Shea Anything podcast, Keith Hernandez says he would have his eyes and ears open to any trade opportunities for the Mets this offseason.

SEE IT: Free agent Trevor Bauer rocks Mets hat (and two other hats) for new ad campaign
SEE IT: Free agent Trevor Bauer rocks Mets hat (and two other hats) for new ad campaign

Free agent Trevor Bauer is open to signing anywhere -- even Japan -- but there were three hats on his head in a promo for his new partnership with Lids.

Can Alec Bohm be a Top 5 third baseman in his second season?
Can Alec Bohm be a Top 5 third baseman in his second season?

Rookie of the Year runner-up Alec Bohm was Top 5 offensively at his position this summer. Can he be over the long haul?

Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers' newest challenge: Scouting prospects in the age of COVID-19

International scouts across baseball faced a six-month shutdown when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March. Here's what the Detroit Tigers have done.

Luhnow Sues Astros as MLB Seeks to Keep Lid on Scandal
Luhnow Sues Astros as MLB Seeks to Keep Lid on Scandal

Eleven months after being unceremoniously suspended by Major League Baseball for alleged involvement in an electronic sign-stealing scandal and then swiftly fired-with cause-by the Houston Astros, former general manager Jeff Luhnow has struck back. As first reported by the Los Angeles Times, Luhnow sued the Astros on Sunday in Harris County District Court for breach […]

Nationals free agency hunt: Kirby Yates
Nationals free agency hunt: Kirby Yates

Options abound for the Nationals -- and everyone else -- as they move forward in free agency.

Nationals free agency hunt: Jeremy Jeffress
Nationals free agency hunt: Jeremy Jeffress

Options abound for the Nationals -- and everyone else -- as they move forward in free agency.

Nationals free agency hunt: Brad Hand
Nationals free agency hunt: Brad Hand

Options abound for the Nationals -- and everyone else -- as they move forward in free agency.

Mets infielder Andres Gimenez earns third-place vote for NL Rookie of the Year
Mets infielder Andres Gimenez earns third-place vote for NL Rookie of the Year

Mets infielder Andres Gimenez earned a third-place vote in NL Rookie of the Year voting, putting him in a tie for seventh place with Marlins pitcher Sixto Sanchez and Braves pitcher Ian Anderson.

BNNY: Bobby V gives his take on whether the Mets should try to acquire Francisco Lindor
BNNY: Bobby V gives his take on whether the Mets should try to acquire Francisco Lindor

Former Mets Manager Bobby Valentine joins the BNNY crew to discuss whether the Mets should test the waters and try to acquire Francisco Lindor and who New York would have to give up to make it happen.

Shea Anything: Is Keith Hernandez ready for the return of Mets Old-Timers
Shea Anything: Is Keith Hernandez ready for the return of Mets Old-Timers' Day?

New Mets owner Steve Cohen promised to bring back Mets Old-Timers' Day when talking to fans on Twitter. Does Keith Hernandez promise to suit up and take the field that day?

NL Rookie of the Year: Phillies 3B Alec Bohm ties for second in voting behind Milwaukee
NL Rookie of the Year: Phillies 3B Alec Bohm ties for second in voting behind Milwaukee's Williams

The Phillies' wunderkind Alec Bohm earned props Monday - just not enough to bring home some hardware. By Jim Salisbury

Shea Anything: Doug and Keith talk Mets under Steve and Sandy
Shea Anything: Doug and Keith talk Mets under Steve and Sandy

Doug Williams and Keith Hernandez deliver an all-new Shea Anything podcast, where they take a close look at the all-new Mets under Steve Cohen and Sandy Alderson. The examine all kinds of offseason possibilities, like Francisco Lindor, George Springer, Trevor Bauer, and more. Keith also reveals what might happen if Steve Cohen does indeed bring back Mets Old-Timers' Day, and Keith gets the chance to face Ron Darling.

Former Giants pitcher Dereck Rodriguez signs contract with Rockies
Former Giants pitcher Dereck Rodriguez signs contract with Rockies

Dereck Rodriguez always enjoyed playing at Coors Field, and on Monday he signed a deal with the Rockies.

MLB Players, Inc. Rebrands in Anticipation of a Full 2021 Season
MLB Players, Inc. Rebrands in Anticipation of a Full 2021 Season

The Major League Baseball Players Association has rebranded its commercial activities arm as MLB Players, replete with a new logo, font and colors. The rebrand is much more than that, said Evan Kaplan, Managing Director of MLB Players, Inc. "It symbolizes the links between the rich history of 'America's Pastime' to the best baseball players […]

Rays
Rays' Arozarena wins Babe Ruth award as postseason MVP

Tampa Bay outfielder Randy Arozarena won the Babe Ruth award as the postseasons Most Valuable Player.

J.D. Martinez must rediscover his lost bat speed to excel again for Red Sox
J.D. Martinez must rediscover his lost bat speed to excel again for Red Sox

There's no way around it: 2020 wasn't just a lost season for the Red Sox; that also applies to J.D. Martinez. Our John Tomase asks if the Sox DH can rediscover the offensive form that abandoned him.

Minaya releases heartfelt statement after leaving Mets, signs off as
Minaya releases heartfelt statement after leaving Mets, signs off as 'Omar from Queens'

'As a kid who grew up in the shadow of Shea Stadium, it has been an honor to be part of this organization.'

5 questions Mets owner Steve Cohen should answer at introductory news conference
5 questions Mets owner Steve Cohen should answer at introductory news conference

Tune in to SNY on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. as Mets owner and CEO Steve Cohen and president Sandy Alderson are introduced during a news conference via Zoom. SNY will carry the press conference, with it also airing via SNY on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

Could A
Could A's replace Marcus Semien with Ha-Seong Kim in MLB free agency?

Ha-Seong Kim could be Korea's next star in the major leagues.

Staten Island Yankees learned of removal as Yanks affiliate via social media
Staten Island Yankees learned of removal as Yanks affiliate via social media

In an official statement from the team, the Staten Island Yankees said they didn't even know about the departure from the organization until seeing the social media post.

MLB Rumors: Could these two teams pry Jackie Bradley Jr. from Red Sox?
MLB Rumors: Could these two teams pry Jackie Bradley Jr. from Red Sox?

The Red Sox reportedly are interested in keeping Jackie Bradley Jr. around, but they have some competition.

Nationals free agency hunt: Joc Pederson
Nationals free agency hunt: Joc Pederson

Options abound for the Nationals -- and everyone else -- as they move forward in free agency.

Latest on trade target Francisco Lindor: Indians would reportedly
Latest on trade target Francisco Lindor: Indians would reportedly 'love' for Mets to be heavily involved

Cleveland Indians superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor is on the trade market, with the Mets and Yankees among the potential fits. Here's the latest...

MLB Rumors: Red Sox interested in ex-Blue Jays pitcher Matt Shoemaker
MLB Rumors: Red Sox interested in ex-Blue Jays pitcher Matt Shoemaker

The Red Sox reportedly have their eye on right-hander Matt Shoemaker as they search for rotation help.

3 free agency projections for Nationals
3 free agency projections for Nationals

What could happen this offseason for the Nationals? Heres a trio of possibilities.

Will Alec Bohm win NL Rookie of the Year? He gets Joe Girardi
Will Alec Bohm win NL Rookie of the Year? He gets Joe Girardi's vote

Will Alec Bohm win NL Rookie of the Year? Phillies manager Joe Girardi said his third baseman deserves it. By Jim Salisbury

Phillies will go window-shopping on free agent George Springer, but that might be it
Phillies will go window-shopping on free agent George Springer, but that might be it

George Springer is viewed as one of the few top players on the market who will still get a big deal in this COVID-19-impacted offseason. Could the Phillies put their name in the running for his services? By Jim Salisbury

SportsNite: How Mets could land Francisco Lindor and still keep Pete Alonso, Dom Smith

On SportsNite, SNY's John Harper joins Chris Williamson to discuss how the Mets could be patient and work out a deal to land star shortstop Francisco Lindor from Cleveland without giving up big bats like Pete Alonso and Dom Smith. It could be hard for other teams to take on Lindor's salary with only one year left on his contract.

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