Royals sign pitcher Junior Fernández to a minor league deal

The Royals announced they have signed right-handed pitcher Junior Fernández to a minor league deal. The 27-year-old pitched parts of four seasons with the Cardinals and Pirates from 2019-2022, appearing in 50 games with an ERA of 5.17 ERA in 54 innings. Fernández was signed out of the Dominican Republic by the Cardinals and made … Read more

Phillies sign former 36-HR hitter in free agency

The Philadelphia Phillies are adding some more lefty power to their lineup. Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reported Thursday that the Phillies are signing veteran outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal. Jeff Passan of ESPN adds that Kepler’s contract will be worth $10M. Kepler, 31, had been with the Minnesota Twins for his entire 10-year … Read more

Diego Pavia injunction could have massive ramifications for college baseball • D1Baseball

Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt Quarterback (VU photo) Business Kendall Rogers – December 19, 2024 >> Get 20% off any Subscription: Use CODE: Fall20 at checkout, here. SEE ALSO: D1Baseball Fall Report Central Always keep your head on a swivel in the modern college athletics landscape. It’s the best advice you can receive during this constantly turbulent … Read more

Scout makes odd Soto claim while saying Mets need Alonso

Shortly after the New York Mets and All-Star outfielder Juan Soto officially put pen to paper on a historic 15-year, $765M contract, Mets owner Steve Cohen said his team was “still engaged” with free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso.  One unnamed National League scout recently told Randy Miller of NJ Advance Media for NJ.com that the Mets should … Read more