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sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Angels Secure Three-Year Deal with Free Agent Robert Stephenson"

The Los Angeles Dodgers' free agent target, Robert Stephenson, has reportedly agreed to a deal with the Los Angeles Angels pending a physical. This comes after another Dodgers bullpen target, Josh Hader, signed with the Houston Astros. Stephenson had a strong 2023 season with the Tampa Bay Rays, and the terms of his contract with the Angels are not yet known. This leaves the Dodgers in need of finding other bullpen help as they continue their offseason pursuits.

via Dodgers Nation|

#free-agency #los-angeles-angels #los-angeles-dodgers

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Angels Secure Three-Year Deal with Robert Stephenson in MLB Free Agency 2023-24"

The Los Angeles Angels have signed reliever Robert Stephenson to a three-year contract with a guarantee of $33 million, pending a physical. Stephenson, who had a standout performance with the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2022 season, is expected to bolster the Angels' bullpen with his high-leverage pitching. The deal marks the Angels' first significant acquisition of the offseason and aligns with the going rate for high-leverage relievers with some inconsistency in their career track record.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#free-agency #los-angeles-angels #mlb

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Angels Secure Robert Stephenson for 3-Year Bullpen Boost"

The Los Angeles Angels have signed right-handed reliever Robert Stephenson to a three-year, $33 million deal pending a physical. Stephenson, who had a strong 2023 season, will join the Angels' bullpen alongside closer Carlos Estévez. This marks the Angels' fourth major-league free-agent deal of the offseason, showing a focus on bolstering their pitching staff.

via The Athletic|

#free-agency #los-angeles-angels #mlb

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Angels Secure Three-Year Deal with Reliever Robert Stephenson"

The Los Angeles Angels have reportedly signed relief pitcher Robert Stephenson to a three-year deal worth $33 million, adding depth to their bullpen. Stephenson, who posted a 3.10 ERA last season, is pending a physical and is expected to join closer Carlos Estévez at the back of the Angels’ bullpen. The team has been active in bolstering their relief pitching, with Stephenson joining other recent signings like Luis Garcia and Adam Cimber.

via OCRegister|

#bullpen-depth #los-angeles-angels #mlb

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Angels Secure Robert Stephenson as Mets, Phillies, and Dodgers Miss Out"

Free agent right-hander Robert Stephenson is drawing interest from multiple MLB teams, including the Mets, Dodgers, and Phillies. Despite not being a household name, Stephenson's strong performance in the second half of 2023 has garnered attention. The Mets, known for their cautious spending this offseason, may surprise by pursuing Stephenson, while the Phillies, who have had a relatively quiet winter, could benefit from adding an elite reliever to their bullpen. Other available relievers include Aroldis Chapman, Matt Moore, David Robertson, Héctor Neris, and Phil Maton.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#free-agency #mlb #new-york-mets

sports2 years ago•6 min saved

Cubs' Winter Meetings: Ohtani Chase, Trades, and Payroll Pivots

The Chicago Cubs are shifting their focus away from pursuing Shohei Ohtani and exploring other offseason plans. They could have around $60 to $70 million in added spending power if they miss out on Ohtani. Possible moves for the Cubs include trades for Tyler Glasnow, Isaac Paredes, and Bo Bichette, as well as adding Rhys Hoskins and relievers. The Cubs are no longer listed as finalists for Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The team is also not mentioned in relation to free agent pitcher Robert Stephenson. The White Sox may be pulling back on trade talks for Dylan Cease, and the Cubs did not pursue Adam Cimber, who signed with the Los Angeles Angels.

via Bleacher Nation|

#cubs #robert-stephenson #shohei-ohtani

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Rays acquire reliever Robert Stephenson from Pirates in trade.

The Tampa Bay Rays have traded for veteran right-hander Robert Stephenson from the Pittsburgh Pirates to stabilize their bullpen. In exchange, the Rays gave up middle infielder Alika Williams, a first-round pick in the 2020 draft. Stephenson is expected to join the Rays during the weekend series against the Red Sox. The Rays also designated reliever Ben Heller for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster for Stephenson and are expected to activate veteran right-hander Shawn Armstrong from the 60-day injured list.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#bullpen #mlb #robert-stephenson

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Pirates trade Robert Stephenson to Rays for minor-league SS

After trading Robert Stephenson to Tampa Bay, the Pittsburgh Pirates are looking for new options for the seventh-inning role in their bullpen. Manager Derek Shelton mentioned Dauri Moreta, Yohan Ramirez, Jose Hernandez, and Rob Zastryzny as candidates for high-leverage situations. Moreta and Hernandez are the most likely candidates to fill the seventh-inning role, given their early-season dominance. The Pirates have expressed confidence in their bullpen's ability to close the door on a victory.

via TribLIVE|

#bullpen #dauri-moreta #jose-hernandez

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Pirates send Robert Stephenson to Rays in trade deal.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded right-handed pitcher Robert Stephenson to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for infield prospect Alika Williams. Stephenson had a 5.14 ERA and 17 strikeouts in 18 relief appearances for the Pirates this season. Williams, who is 24 years old, will join the Pirates' Triple-A team in Indianapolis after playing Double-A ball in the Rays organization.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|

#alika-williams #mlb #pirates

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Pirates trade Robert Stephenson to Rays for minor-league SS

The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded reliever Robert Stephenson to the Tampa Bay Rays for minor-league infielder Alika Williams. Williams, a first-round pick in 2020, can play shortstop and second base and is known for his defensive skills. Meanwhile, the Rays are in need of bullpen help and Stephenson, who has swing-and-miss stuff, could provide that. The Pirates also recalled infielder Mark Mathias from Triple-A Indianapolis and assigned Williams to Indy.

via The Athletic|

#alika-williams #pirates #rays

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Bryce Harper to Avoid 60-Day IL for Season Start

The Philadelphia Phillies do not plan to put Bryce Harper on the 60-day injured list for now, leaving the possibility open for his return in late May. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Cardinals have optioned Dakota Hudson and Matthew Liberatore to Triple-A, while the Pittsburgh Pirates' Robert Stephenson will likely begin the season on the injured list.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#bryce-harper #dakota-hudson #philadelphia-phillies