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Analyst believes teams will ask MLB to investigate Dodgers

Could an investigation into Dodgers follow Roki Sasaki's announcement?

Other major league teams are going to speculate that a deal between the Dodgers and Roki Sasaki had already been in place. Sasaki's saga may not be over just yet.

Japanese ace Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with
What Roki Sasaki signing means for Dodgers
Dodgers trade outfielder in preparation for Roki Sasaki signing
Padres' brutal offseason continues with Roki Sasaki news
Who is Roki Sasaki? 10 things to know about the Japanese pitching sensation
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / January 17
Blue Jays stuck in neutral after losing out on Roki Sasaki

Blue Jays stuck in neutral after losing out on Roki Sasaki

"I'm sorry, Toronto." That's how ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan summed up yet another failed Toronto Blue Jays free agent pursuit. The culprit this time?

Japanese ace Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with
Could an investigation into Dodgers follow Roki Sasaki's announcement?
Padres' brutal offseason continues with Roki Sasaki news
Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s
The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz
Roki Sasaki News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Dodgers trade outfielder in preparation for Roki Sasaki signing

Dodgers trade outfielder in preparation for Roki Sasaki signing

The Dodgers announced that they’ve traded minor league outfielder Dylan Campbell to the Phillies for international signing bonus space.

Japanese ace Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with
Padres' brutal offseason continues with Roki Sasaki news
Who is Roki Sasaki? 10 things to know about the Japanese pitching sensation
The 24 pitchers who have thrown an MLB perfect game
The 'Every NL home run champion' quiz
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / January 17
Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with

Japanese ace Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with

The Roki Sasaki sweepstakes has come to an end.

Who is Sasaki? 10 things to know about the Japanese pitching sensation
Could investigation into Dodgers follow Sasaki announcement?
Blue Jays still stuck in neutral after losing out on Sasaki
Padres' unsightly offseason continues with Sasaki news
Top 20 MLB trade candidates for remainder of the offseason
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Top 20 MLB trade candidates for remainder of the offseason

Top 20 MLB trade candidates for remainder of the offseason

Knowing what we know now, let’s revisit the trade market and run through some of the top names who could change hands between now and Opening Day.

The MLB players who have played in the most career games
The 'Legal MLB spitballers' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 17
Ranking the 10 best players in NL Central

Ranking the 10 best players in NL Central

Here is our top-10 ranking of the best of the best in the NL Central.

Cubs avoid arbitration with Gold Glove acquisition
Pirates acquire struggling pitcher from Blue Jays
Notable ex-Astros champion signs with NL team
Who are the best MLB switch-hitters of all time?
The 'MLB teammates to hit 30 HRs in 2017' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 17
Padres' brutal offseason continues with Roki Sasaki news

Padres' brutal offseason continues with Roki Sasaki news

Losing Sasaki will make an already-brutal offseason even worse.

Japanese ace Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with
Who is Roki Sasaki? 10 things to know about the Japanese pitching sensation
The hardest-throwing pitchers in MLB
The '1984 San Diego Padres' quiz
A.J. Minter News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Mets to add to bullpen with signing of left-hander

Mets to add to bullpen with signing of left-hander

He has been a strong performer in recent years. However, there is at least some uncertainty due to his health.

Mets reportedly expect Pete Alonso to sign elsewhere
Insiders reveal details on Mets' 'last-ditch effort' to sign Pete Alonso
How re-signing Jesse Winker impacts Mets' Pete Alonso plans
Which MLB pitchers have thrown more than one no-hitter?
The 'MLB Postseason strikeouts leaders' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 17
10 things to know about Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki

Who is Roki Sasaki? 10 things to know about the Japanese pitching sensation

Here are 10 things to know about the dynamic right-hander.

Japanese ace Roki Sasaki reveals which MLB team he's signing with
Which MLB pitchers have thrown more than one no-hitter?
The 'MLB Postseason strikeouts leaders' quiz
Jarren Duran News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Red Sox avoid arbitration with OF coming off monster season

Red Sox avoid arbitration with OF coming off monster season

The BJB Group client reportedly receives a $3.85M guarantee on a complex deal that also contains 2025 incentives and an $8M club option for 2026 that can climb as high as $12M based on escalators.

Red Sox acquire C Blake Sabol from Giants
MLB stadiums of yesteryear we wish were still around
The '45 Home run, 100 RBI MLB seasons of the last 20 years' quiz
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16
Mets reportedly expect Pete Alonso to sign elsewhere

Mets reportedly expect Pete Alonso to sign elsewhere

The Mets and Pete Alonso have been in a staredown for a while, but it seems the club is blinking. 

Details on Mets' 'last-ditch effort' to sign Alonso revealed
How re-signing Jesse Winker impacts Mets' Alonso plans
Blue Jays not giving Vladimir Guerrero Jr. up without a fight
Cubs avoid arbitration with marquee offseason acquisition
Two overrated, two underrated MLB teams heading into season
Five ways Brewers icon Bob Uecker made himself an American icon
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16
Insiders reveal details on Mets' 'last-ditch effort' to sign Pete Alonso

Insiders reveal details on Mets' 'last-ditch effort' to sign Pete Alonso

It appears the Pete Alonso era in Queens is coming to an end. 

Mets reportedly expect Pete Alonso to sign elsewhere
How re-signing Jesse Winker impacts Mets' Pete Alonso plans
Blue Jays are not giving up Vladimir Guerrero Jr. without a fight
Grading the 2024 season for every MLB team
The 'Active playoff home run leaders' quiz
Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker / January 16
Five ways Bob Uecker made himself an American icon

Five ways Bob Uecker made himself an American icon

Major League Baseball lost one of its leading voices on Thursday when Milwaukee Brewers play-by-play announcer Bob Uecker passed away at the age of 90.

A look back at Bob Uecker's best acting roles
Brewers icon Bob Uecker passes away
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / January 16
Scott Boras fires back at rumor about Alex Bregman

Scott Boras fires back at rumor about Alex Bregman

Top MLB agent Scott Boras went out of his way to address a rumor about free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman. 

NL Central team emerges as potential Alex Bregman landing spot
The most legendary MLB playoff performers
The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz
Martin Maldonado News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16
Padres to sign World Series-winning catcher to minor league deal

Padres to sign World Series-winning catcher to minor league deal

The Padres have a fairly wide-open catching situation and little money to address it.

The largest contracts in Padres franchise history
Padres starter positioned for rising success
Ranking the top five 'Sunday Night Baseball' matchups
The MLB players who have played in the most career games
The '1984 San Diego Padres' quiz
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / January 16
Blue Jays are not giving up Guerrero Jr. without a fight

Blue Jays are not giving up Vladimir Guerrero Jr. without a fight

The New York Mets may covet Vladimir Guerrero Jr. However, that does not mean that the Blue Jays will roll over and hand their first baseman to the Mets.

Could four-time All-Star replace Pete Alonso on Mets?
Report: Blue Jays offered Guerrero Jr., three contracts, including one with 'a whole lot of deferred money'
Blue Jays have firm stance on possible Guerrero Jr. trade
The 25 best Canadian MLB players
The 'Famous MLB families' quiz
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / January 16
How re-signing Jesse Winker impacts Mets' Pete Alonso plans

How re-signing Jesse Winker impacts Mets' Pete Alonso plans

With the New York Mets set to re-sign outfielder and designated hitter Jesse Winker, the hopes for bringing back franchise star Pete Alonso are dwindling, according to SNY's MLB insider Andy Martino.

Insiders update why Mets, Alonso reunion has been 'held up'
Mets are not waiting much longer on Alonso's decision
Has contract standoff impacted Mets' relationship with Alonso?
Which players have the most home runs in MLB postseason history?
The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / January 16
Cubs avoid arbitration with Gold Glove acquisition

Cubs avoid arbitration with Gold Glove acquisition

In addition to making three straight All-Star teams, he won a Gold Glove award in 2022 and Silver Slugger award in 2023.

NL Central team emerges as potential Alex Bregman landing spot
Grading each NL Central team's offseason
Ranking the top five 'Sunday Night Baseball' matchups
25 lessons taken from the 2024 MLB season
The '45 Home run, 100 RBI MLB seasons of the last 20 years' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 16
A look back at Bob Uecker's best acting roles

A look back at Bob Uecker's best acting roles

The Brewers Hall of Fame broadcaster passed away on Thursday morning at 90 years old.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 16
Two overrated, two underrated MLB teams heading into season

Two overrated, two underrated MLB teams heading into season

World Series titles might be won in October, but the debate over who might get there in 2025 has already commenced.  Most MLB teams, however, will likely fall somewhere in between contender and pretender.

Five ways Bob Uecker made himself an American icon
Grading each NL Central team's offseason
Grading the 2024 season for every MLB team
Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / January 16
Has contract standoff impacted Mets' relationship with Alonso?

Has contract standoff impacted Mets' relationship with Pete Alonso?

The Amazins need lineup protection for All-Star outfielder Juan Soto, and there's no sign Alonso will receive an offer from any club other than a short-term deal that includes opt-outs between now and Opening Day. 

Is Mets owner Steve Cohen comfortable with GM's approach with Pete Alonso?
Insiders update why Mets, Pete Alonso reunion has been 'held up'
Mets are not waiting much longer on Pete Alonso's decision
The MLB players who have played in the most career games
The 'Active playoff home run leaders' quiz
Tanner Scott News / Yardbarker / January 16
How Mets could fill a void in bullpen

How Mets could fill a void in bullpen

The Mets are far from finished in free agency. New York still has needs, especially in the bullpen..

Insiders update why Mets, Pete Alonso reunion has been 'held up'
Ranking the top five 'Sunday Night Baseball' matchups
Could four-time All-Star replace Pete Alonso on Mets?
The 24 pitchers who have thrown an MLB perfect game
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / January 15
Mets are not waiting much longer on Pete Alonso's decision

Mets are not waiting much longer on Pete Alonso's decision

The New York Mets are expected to reunite with first baseman Pete Alonso. However, they are reportedly running out of patience with negotiations.

Insiders update why Mets, Alonso reunion has been 'held up'
Could Mets replace Alonso via blockbuster trade for four-time All-Star?
Is Mets owner Steve Cohen comfortable with GM's approach with Alonso?
NL Central team emerges as potential landing spot for Alex Bregman
Grading NL Central teams' offseasons
Ranking the top five matchups on the 'Sunday Night Baseball' slate
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 15
Could four-time All-Star replace Pete Alonso on Mets?

Could four-time All-Star replace Pete Alonso on Mets?

If the New York Mets don't sign free-agent Pete Alonso, a four-time All-Star, they must seek alternatives at first base. Could they strike a deal with the Toronto Blue Jays for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., another four-time All-Star?

Roki Sasaki might not want to be 'center of attention' with MLB team
Three MLB managers already on hot seat heading into 2025
The 24 pitchers who have thrown an MLB perfect game
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 15
Ranking the top five 'Sunday Night Baseball' matchups

Ranking the top five 'Sunday Night Baseball' matchups

Major League Baseball has announced its first half schedule for Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN, headlined by the Opening Week game of the Atlanta Braves taking on the San Diego Padres. Here are the five best matchups on the slate.

NL Central team emerges as potential Alex Bregman landing spot
Report reveals finalists to sign Roki Sasaki
Grading each NL East team's offseason
Which MLB players have the most career WAR?
The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

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