Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer are three of the eight players included on the 2024 Hall of Fame Mock Ballot of Sport Relay Editor-in-chief and National Writer Evan Thompson.

The 2024 Hall of Fame “Ballot” of Editor-in-Chief Evan Thompson

My 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame “Ballot” — Beltre, Helton, Mauer, and Five Others I do not have a Hall of Fame vote yet and will not until the middle of next decade at the absolute soonest. But I still do the exercise every year. Given how much I love baseball and its history, voting […]

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Marcus Stroman Inks Deal with Yankees

Free agent right-hander Marcus Stroman has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the New York Yankees. News of the deal was first reported by MLB Network insider Jon Heyman on Thursday evening. The Yankees haven’t confirmed the deal yet, which is pending a physical. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that it is […]

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Max Fried, AJ Minter Avoid Arbitration

The Atlanta Braves have agreed to deals with pitchers Max Fried and A.J. Minter, avoiding arbitration hearings. Both are critical players for Atlanta; both players have been with the team since 2017. In 2021, Fried and Minter were vital to Atlanta’s second World Series title. Max Fried A sought-after player in the upcoming free agent […]

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Top International Prospect Jose Perdomo Expected to Sign with Atlanta Braves

Top international prospect and player Jose Perdomo is expected to sign with the Atlanta Braves on January 15th. The international signing period opens on the 15th, and Atlanta expects to make a splash. The front office has struggled with international signings due to restrictions and rule violations, but expect to see a big splash from […]

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Dane Dunning Re-Signs with Rangers

The Texas Rangers and free agent right-hander Dane Dunning have agreed to a one year deal for the 2024 season. The news of the signing was first reported by Jon Morosi of MLB Network. As a result of this development, the Rangers and Dunning were able to avoid arbitration with the new contract. It is […]

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Teoscar Hernandez, Dodgers Agree to One-Year Deal

Veteran outfielder Teoscar Hernandez and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a one-year deal worth $23.5 million for the 2024 season. The Dodgers explored options to improve their outfield and have landed a big-name free agent. They platooned in left field last year, and have found themselves with a solidified outfielder. Teoscar Hernandez Teoscar […]

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Michael Brantley Announces Retirement

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley is calling it a career, he tells Jon Morosi of MLB.com. The 36-year-old left fielder has spent more than a decade as one of the best hitters in the league. However, his health has been a significant issue in recent years. During the Astros’ World Series run in 2022, Brantley was […]

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Chris Sale Signs Extension with Braves

Chris Sale has inked a new contract extension with the Atlanta Braves. The 35 year-old left-hander is a seven-time All-Star. Previously playing with the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox, Sale notched impressive numbers throughout his career, and the Braves acquired him on Saturday. Contract Details Chris Sale and the Braves have agreed […]

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