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sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Rosenthal Pushes Back on MLB's Salary Cap Plan, Citing Healthy Competitive Balance

The article covers MLB owners’ push to centralize TV revenue to fund a league-wide salary cap and floor, a move Ken Rosenthal strongly opposes, arguing the current system already maintains competitive balance without a cap that could cost games in 2027. Rosenthal cites examples like the Brewers and Guardians succeeding in the regular season and notes Dodgers’ near-miss against the Padres to illustrate luck and balance, while warning that a potential work stoppage could harm the sport's momentum.

via Awful Announcing|

#baseball #competitive-balance #ken-rosenthal

sports3 months ago•6 min saved

Rosenthal: Claims USA didn't care about the WBC are absurd

Ken Rosenthal rejects the 'ridiculous' narrative that Team USA didn't care about the World Baseball Classic, insisting American players were passionate and bonded, even as the U.S. fell 3-2 to Venezuela in the final and faced scrutiny over prep and team culture.

via Awful Announcing|

#baseball #ken-rosenthal #sports

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Juan Soto's Free Agency Decision Looms as Red Sox Emerge as Contenders

The Boston Red Sox have emerged as a surprising contender in the race to sign star outfielder Juan Soto, competing against the New York Mets and Yankees. While the Mets are seen as favorites due to owner Steve Cohen's willingness to outbid rivals, the Yankees are keen to pair Soto with Aaron Judge. The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays are also in the mix but are considered less likely to secure Soto. The decision is expected before the MLB Winter Meetings in Dallas.

via NESN|

#free-agency #juan-soto #ken-rosenthal

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Phillies Explore Trade Options for Alec Bohm Amid Market Speculation

The Philadelphia Phillies are considering trading Alec Bohm this offseason, as they look to make significant roster changes. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Bohm is seen as a "good but not great player" in the trade market, with the Seattle Mariners potentially interested. However, Bohm's inconsistent performance after April and his contract status, including a projected $8.1 million salary arbitration, may complicate trade negotiations. At 28, Bohm's potential for further development is uncertain, which could affect his trade value.

via Phillies Nation|

#alec-bohm #ken-rosenthal #mlb-trade

sports1 year ago•0 min saved

Cubs Weighing Trade Options for Cody Bellinger Amidst MLB Interest

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly considering trading Cody Bellinger, despite challenges posed by his high salary. Bellinger, who has a guaranteed $32.5 million contract, had a solid 2024 season but saw a decline in his defensive performance. The New York Yankees, who have previously shown interest in Bellinger, are mentioned as a potential destination, especially if they miss out on acquiring Juan Soto.

via metsmerizedonline.com|

#chicago-cubs #cody-bellinger #ken-rosenthal

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Yankees' Steinbrenner Calls Payroll Unsustainable Amid Soto Speculation

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner faces criticism from MLB insiders like Ken Rosenthal for suggesting the team may not afford to sign All-Star outfielder Juan Soto due to luxury-tax penalties, despite the Yankees being the most valuable team in baseball. Steinbrenner's comments have raised doubts about the team's financial claims, especially as Soto aims to reset the market with a potential $550M free agency offer. Fans, who praised Steinbrenner for re-signing Aaron Judge, are unlikely to accept losing Soto over financial constraints.

via Yardbarker|

#hal-steinbrenner #juan-soto #ken-rosenthal

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Cubs Spring Training Update: Roster Tracker and Expectations for the Upcoming Season"

With just two days until the Cubs' Spring Training opener, the focus is on the Boras Four, with Cubs manager Craig Counsell and Cubs owner Tom Ricketts making remarks about playing Christopher Morel at third base and refraining from talking to agent Scott Boras. Lead baseball executives from the Giants, Rangers, and Blue Jays have also made statements suggesting that they are moving on from pursuing the Boras Four, with veiled shots at Boras. This article serves as an open thread for baseball discussion until the Spring Training opener.

via Bleed Cubbie Blue|

#boras-four #cubs #free-agents