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Class of 2027 MLB Free Agents: Who’s Signing Where? (Position-by-Position Preview)
Imagine staring into an MLB free agent pool with the likes of Tarik Skubal, Michael King, Randy Arozarena, Seiya Suzuki, and many other high-caliber stars. The opportunity to overhaul or improve your roster with just a few key free agent signings. The 2027 MLB free agent class promises to have the most notable names in […] The post Class of 2027 MLB Free Agents: Who’s Signing Where? (Position-by-Position Preview) appeared first on Just Baseball .
Can the Cardinals Count on Riley O’Brien To Be Their Closer in 2027?
The St. Louis Cardinals had an underwhelming 2026 season, to say the least. They entered the year hoping to scratch their way into the postseason for the first time since 2022 but finished with a 77-85 record, sitting below .500 for just the fourth time since the turn of the century… and the third time […] The post Can the Cardinals Count on Riley O’Brien To Be Their Closer in 2027? appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Trajectory of Zyhir Hope’s Development Is Steadily Matching His Projection
MESA, Ariz. — Watching Zyhir Hope make his way across the field at Sloan Park, bat bag in tow, it’s clear this isn’t unfamiliar territory for the 21-year-old. He stops momentarily to sign a few autographs before reaching the dugout, dropping his bag and finding a seat on the bench. You’ll rarely catch Hope without […] The post The Trajectory of Zyhir Hope’s Development Is Steadily Matching His Projection appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026-27 Free Agent Watch: Top Starting Pitchers On the Open Market
Every team across Major League Baseball is always looking for starting pitching in free agency. Whether it’s shopping at the top of the market for an ace, a middle-of-the-rotation arm with upside, or a back-end starter who can eat some innings, every team needs pitching depth to get through the grind of a 162-game season. […] The post 2026-27 Free Agent Watch: Top Starting Pitchers On the Open Market appeared first on Just Baseball .
Tampa Bay Rays Post-Mortem: What Made This Group Different
It was only a few short days ago that the Tampa Bay Rays‘ 2026 season came to an end. A Game 5 defeat at Tropicana Field marked the end of what had been a remarkable season for the Rays. As Rays fans begin to lick their wounds and we turn the calendar to November, the […] The post Tampa Bay Rays Post-Mortem: What Made This Group Different appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top 10 Free Agent Relievers for the 2026-27 MLB Offseason
Each year heading into the offseason, teams across the league go above and beyond to repair and fine-tune their rosters for the upcoming season. For many of these teams, they require minor additions to ensure they’re ready to compete the following season, as many organizations are minor tweaks away from being competitive. While those additions […] The post Top 10 Free Agent Relievers for the 2026-27 MLB Offseason appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top 10 Free Agent Pitchers for the 2026-27 MLB Offseason
Just like that, we have entered into offseason mode, and that means we begin to discuss the top-10 free agents at each position. I know, I know. “But the lockout!” Lockout or not, we are going to have games played in 2027, and I, for one, am looking forward to all it is going to […] The post Top 10 Free Agent Pitchers for the 2026-27 MLB Offseason appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top 10 Free Agent Hitters for the 2026-27 MLB Offseason
At long last, the baseball world is focused on its future. No matter how bleak things may look with the looming lockout, there will one day be the return of Major League Baseball. With that, following the Milwaukee Brewers’ first World Series title, the 2026 season concludes. As the focus shifts to 2027 and beyond, […] The post Top 10 Free Agent Hitters for the 2026-27 MLB Offseason appeared first on Just Baseball .
Looking at 3 Yankees’ Prospects With Momentum Going Into 2027
Do the Yankees Have An Elite Prospect on Their Hands? Prospect: Dax Kilby (SS) | Age: 19.9 | B/T: L/R | Level: Single-A | Top 100 Rank: #80 Dax Kilby missed the majority of the 2026 season with lower-body injuries, and his ability to make contact in-zone got considerably worse as he tried to lift […] The post Looking at 3 Yankees’ Prospects With Momentum Going Into 2027 appeared first on Just Baseball .
In 58th Season, Brewers Finally Make Fans’ Dreams Come True
There are many reasons that people fall in love with a specific sports team. It could be because it’s the team from the state or city where they grew up, because a family member raised them that way, or simply due to the colors or mascot. Whatever the reason, sports so often end up creating […] The post In 58th Season, Brewers Finally Make Fans’ Dreams Come True appeared first on Just Baseball .
Can the Dodgers Afford to Sign Skubal Before the Lockout?
On August 1, 2026, the Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the Boston Red Sox. Having lost the first game of their weekend series the day prior, the Dodgers looked to put themselves back into the win column that Saturday evening. The Red Sox jumped out to an early lead thanks to a first-inning home […] The post Can the Dodgers Afford to Sign Skubal Before the Lockout? appeared first on Just Baseball .
How the Milwaukee Brewers Pitched Their Way to a World Series Title
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Brewers felt like they were built to make a run in 2025. After all, they were the top-seeded team with a league-pacing 97 wins, taking down a familiar foe in the Cubs in a thrilling NLDS, which set them up for a date with the defending champion Dodgers. The promising […] The post How the Milwaukee Brewers Pitched Their Way to a World Series Title appeared first on Just Baseball .
How a Weak Free Agent Market Can Impact Trades
All but one fan base has already turned its attention to reshaping its roster over the winter. For better or for worse, the offseason trade discussions and free agent signings are always conversations that every fan base wants to have, sharing their ideas on which players will surely take their team to the next level. […] The post How a Weak Free Agent Market Can Impact Trades appeared first on Just Baseball .
Who Will Get the Qualifying Offer This Offseason?
After the World Series ends, teams have a five-day window to extend qualifying offers (QO) to impending free agents. The contract is for one year, and the salary is based on the average of the 125 highest salaries in the sport. This year, MLB has announced the value at $23.15 million. To be eligible to […] The post Who Will Get the Qualifying Offer This Offseason? appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026 MLB Free Agents: Top 10 Rankings and Position Breakdown
The MLB offseason is officially here, and by next week, free agency will be completely open, with players free to sign with any team of their choosing. In past years, turning the page to new season would be a little bit more of a slow burn. We would still be a month away from most […] The post 2026 MLB Free Agents: Top 10 Rankings and Position Breakdown appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026-27 Free Agent Watch: Top Outfielders On the Open Market
Two offseasons ago, the Mets signed Juan Soto to the richest contract in North American professional sports history. A year later, the Dodgers inked Kyle Tucker to a (much shorter) deal with a record-breaking average annual value. This year’s outfield class doesn’t have a star at the same level as Soto or Tucker, but there […] The post 2026-27 Free Agent Watch: Top Outfielders On the Open Market appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026-27 Free Agent Watch: Top Infielders On the Open Market
Now that the World Series is in the rearview and we’ve crowned a champion, it’s time to shift focus over to the offseason. With a potential lockout looming and more than a little bit of uncertainty in the air, there’s a feeling around the industry that teams will be aggressive from the start in adding […] The post 2026-27 Free Agent Watch: Top Infielders On the Open Market appeared first on Just Baseball .
Mets Report Cards: Grading Every Player After the 2026 Season
One of the most disappointing seasons in the history of the New York Mets is finally complete. It was a season filled with countless disappointments, underperformance, and dysfunction, all contributing to a last-place finish in the National League East. Every player who played a large enough hand in this season has been graded below, accompanied […] The post Mets Report Cards: Grading Every Player After the 2026 Season appeared first on Just Baseball .
Free Agency Preview By Team: Contract Options, QO Decisions
The Milwaukee Brewers claimed their rightful place atop the mountain of Major League Baseball last night, winning their first World Series in franchise history. For the Tampa Bay Rays, they once again came up short, marking their third second-place finish since 2000. While the Brewers and Rays would love to take a moment to reflect, […] The post Free Agency Preview By Team: Contract Options, QO Decisions appeared first on Just Baseball .
Milwaukee Reaches the Mountaintop: Brewers Are World Series Champions
The day has finally come, Brewers fans. For the first time in franchise history, the Milwaukee Brewers are your World Series champions! Read it once, read it twice, read it as many times as you need to for it to sink in. The Brewers have finally reached the mountaintop, and it’s time to celebrate, Milwaukee. […] The post Milwaukee Reaches the Mountaintop: Brewers Are World Series Champions appeared first on Just Baseball .
Cincinnati Reds Offseason Wish List
The Cincinnati Reds‘ 2026 season mirrored many of the Reds’ seasons before. A team with enough talent to keep you interested, but not enough to keep you invested. A hot start to the season masked many of this team’s flaws before their shortcomings were finally exposed, leading to yet another season without playoff success. As […] The post Cincinnati Reds Offseason Wish List appeared first on Just Baseball .
Live Look Overview: 2026 WWBA World Championship
The 2026 Perfect Game WWBA World Championship brought over 100 teams to Jupiter, Florida, for one of the final major scouting events of the fall. After several weather delays, East Cobb/SD Padres Scout Team captured the title with an 8-7 comeback victory over SBA/Marlins Scout Team 2028. East Cobb erased a six-run deficit in the […] The post Live Look Overview: 2026 WWBA World Championship appeared first on Just Baseball .
Alec Bohm Is About To Be a Very Confusing Free Agent
Alec Bohm‘s pending free agency is one of the more intriguing developments of the upcoming offseason. There are a lot of teams that will be scouring the market for corner-infield help, but is Alec Bohm the answer to anyone’s infield problems? Bohm has been a polarizing player during his time in Philadelphia. He’s been an […] The post Alec Bohm Is About To Be a Very Confusing Free Agent appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Detroit Tigers Need a Plan With Kerry Carpenter
The Detroit Tigers have a crucial offseason ahead of them, as last year’s additions fell short of expectations. A team with a roster good enough to compete but still needing important additions is going to look different than it has over the past few seasons, when we’ve seen so many players return. For a while […] The post The Detroit Tigers Need a Plan With Kerry Carpenter appeared first on Just Baseball .
How the Sinker Unlocked Everything for Brewers’ DL Hall
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — When DL Hall showed up to Brewers camp in 2024, he was eager to prove himself, perhaps even more so than in his first big league stint with the Orioles the year prior. Being one of two prospects acquired for Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes was not lost on him, but […] The post How the Sinker Unlocked Everything for Brewers’ DL Hall appeared first on Just Baseball .
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