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After being left on the bench for the last two games, speculation has naturally sprung about Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool future. Mike McGrather of The Telegraph is reporting that the Saudi Pro League are in a position to fund a move for the Egyptian and Liverpool legend should he look for a move abroad. Of course, […]
From The Liverpool Offside | about 2 hours ago | 0 reads
“How can you not be romantic about baseball?” It’s a quote that has existed for quite some time with unclear origins. It was popularized by the book and movie “Moneyball,” but it’s generally accepted that it was not its origin. Wherever it came from, it’s as powerful as it is cliche. It invokes the emotion, […]
From Silver Screen and Roll | about 3 hours ago | 0 reads
In addition to right-hander Johan Oviedo, the Red Sox acquired pitching prospect Tyler Samaniego and catching prospect Adonys Guzman as part of their five-player trade with the Pirates on Thursday night. Samaniego, who turns 27 next month, was originally selected by the Pirates in the 15th round (433rd overall) of the 2021 draft out of … Continue reading "Which prospects did Red Sox acquire from Pirates in Johan Oviedo trade?"
From Blogging the Red Sox | about 5 hours ago | 0 reads
Rangers arrived at Roker Park following a chastening 4-1 defeat at home to bottom-of-the-table Charlton the previous Saturday. It was a surprise result and I thought it could easily work against us as they looked to bounce back. I was both disappointed but secretly pleased to learn that the young and hugely talented Rodney Marsh […]
From Roker Report | about 5 hours ago | 0 reads
1974 It was a minor trade, but one the White Sox undoubtedly won, sending shortstop Eddie Leon to the Yankees for reliever Cecil Upshaw. Upshaw pitched on the South Side for just one season, but he filled a solid late role for the club, finishing 15 of his 29 games, with a save, carrying a […]
From South Side Sox | about 5 hours ago | 0 reads
MLB.com | Mark Feinsand: With baseball’s annual Winter Meetings coming up early next week, both national and beat reporters have spent this week breaking down rumors and laying out their predictions for what looks to be an intense couple of days in Orlando. This week, MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand took to Reddit for an AMA, then […]
From Pinstripe Alley | about 6 hours ago | 0 reads
To acquire right-hander Johan Oviedo (and two others) from the Pirates on Thursday night, the Red Sox traded outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia and pitching prospect Jesus Travieso to Pittsburgh. Garcia, who turns 23 next week, was ranked by Baseball America as Boston’s No. 6 prospect. Otherwise known as “The Password,” the native Venezuelan originally signed … Continue reading "Which prospects did Red Sox trade to Pirates for Johan Oviedo?"
From Blogging the Red Sox | about 6 hours ago | 0 reads
Do you believe in ghosts? Because Mizzou women’s basketball sure does. With 6.2 seconds left and the Tigers trailing by one, Shannon Dowell threw an inbounds pass from the sideline to Jayla Smith, who handed the ball back to Dowell. She dribbled toward the top of the key, where Grace Slaughter set a ghost screen […]
From Rock M Nation | about 7 hours ago | 0 reads
The MLB Winter Meetings are a haven for baseball fans longing for 24-hour coverage of their favorite sport. The Hot Stove should come to a sizzle with the expected amount of free-agent signings and blockbuster trades to transpire next week. The San Diego Padres need starting pitching because of the holes in their rotation. They […]
From Gaslamp Ball | about 7 hours ago | 0 reads
The Red Sox just further bolstered their starting pitching depth with the acquisition of Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jeff Passan had the news earlier this evening: One of the first things you’ll notice about Oviedo is his size. At 6′6″ and 275 pounds, he instantly becomes the largest player on the team, clocking […]
From Over the Monster | about 8 hours ago | 0 reads
The Los Angeles Rams (9-3) visit a struggling Arizona Cardinals (3-9) squad on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at State Farm Stadium (and best bets are available). The Cardinals have lost four straight games. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Best Over/Under Bet O/U Pick: Under (48.5) Rams games have finished over 48.5 points scored five times (out of 12) this season. Six of the Cardinals’ 12 games this season have gone over 48.5 total points ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 8 hours ago | 0 reads
New York built an early lead, weathered multiple Ottawa pushes, and capped things with Artemi Panarin’s 900th career point in a 4–2 victory over the Senators.
From Blueshirt Banter | about 8 hours ago | 0 reads
The Houston Astros announced that they have acquired minor league pitcher Nico Zeglin from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for $250K international bonus pool money. Zeglin, 25, last pitched in 2024. He went 7-0 with a 0.95 ERA in 25 appearances combined for the Cubs Single-A and High-A affiliates, striking out 90 batters and only […]
From The Crawfish Boxes | about 10 hours ago | 0 reads
Major League Baseball is on the cusp of the 2025 Winter Meetings with front office personnel, scouts, media, vendors and those seeking jobs gathering for the meeting. This year the meetings take place in Orlando, Fla. beginning Dec. 7 and closing on Dec. 10. There are multiple highlights that take place as well as the […]
From Gaslamp Ball | about 10 hours ago | 0 reads
Here’s an interesting minor deal for the Chicago Cubs. They’ve sent right-handed pitching prospect Nico Zeglin to the Houston Astros … for International Free Agency Bonus Pool Space. Francys Romero reports that it’s a $250,000 chunk of pool space. You may recall that, in the IFA system, teams are hard-capped on how much they can spend. The only way to increase your bonus pool is by making a trade like this. With the current period set to close on December 15, the implication of this trade...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 10 hours ago | 0 reads
The Winter Meetings don’t start until Monday, but things have definitely been heating up this week. The latest installment is a five-player trade between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Boston Red Sox: Two others moving in the Oviedo-for-Password deal, per sources: left-hander Tyler Samaniego and catcher Adonys Guzman are going to the Red Sox. The Pirates will get one player in addition to Jhostynxon Garcia. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 5, 2025 Johan Oviedo, 27, was...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 11 hours ago | 0 reads
I hope everybody’s been having a lovely day. If you haven’t checked out our prompt asking y’all about which position of need you think the Braves should prioritize upgrading during the Winter Meetings, be sure to drop in and let us know what you think! The floor is now yours and here’s your random clip:
From Talking Chop | about 11 hours ago | 0 reads
2025 stats: 76 G, 191 PA, .264/.309/.368, 94 OPS+ (91 wRC+), 1.9 bWAR… 0.00 ERA I’ve always thought it’d be fun to compile an encyclopedia of all the San Francisco Giants utility infielders in the 21st century. A completely frivolous tome of all the what was his name again players that scratch together 150 to […]
From McCovey Chronicles | about 12 hours ago | 0 reads
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From Blueshirt Banter | about 12 hours ago | 0 reads
To say that 2025 was a disappointment for the Atlanta Braves would be an understatement. A team that had World Series aspirations going into the season ended up having a calamitous start that ended up being an omen for things to come, as the Braves ended up missing the Postseason entirely for the first time […]
From Talking Chop | about 12 hours ago | 3 reads
Adames, Dahlien, Bugg, and McCammon all had an impact on the U.S. youth and senior national teams.
From Sounder At Heart | about 12 hours ago | 0 reads
According to Nick Piecoro, the Diamondbacks have been in discussions with free-agent relief pitcher Pete Fairbanks. GM Mike Hazen has made no secret of this desire to improve the D-backs bullpen, an area which has been one in desperate need of improvement for years. Last month, I looked at the situation, and found that this […]
From AZ Snake Pit | about 12 hours ago | 0 reads
The Mets are interested in Twins ace Joe Ryan, per a report by Jon Heyman, who adds that the Twins like Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong. Ryan had a 3.42 ERA, the best single season mark of his career, with a 3.74 FIP in 171.0 innings for the Twins this year. The 29-year-old righty has […]
From Amazin' Avenue | about 12 hours ago | 0 reads
Outside of the New York Giants, four of the five remaining opponents for the Las Vegas Raiders either have a winning record or is even at .500. That final four are intent on getting the best possible seed in the postseason dance or getting into the playoffs so winning out is of utmost importance. Then, […]
From Silver And Black Pride | about 12 hours ago | 0 reads
Going into the official start of the Hot Stove season, the Padres still have some outstanding work to be done regarding housekeeping. President of baseball operations/general manager A.J. Preller is still a lame duck general manager and there has still not been a third base coach hired/announced. The lack of any decision regarding Preller is […]
From Gaslamp Ball | about 13 hours ago | 0 reads