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David Hill

Based in the mountains of Vermont, Dave has over a decade of experience writing about all things baseball. Just don't ask his thoughts on the universal DH.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Roki Sasaki saga takes another turn

Roki Sasaki has had an interesting offseason even if nothing has come of it yet. 

Orioles reportedly eyeing Michael Lorenzen

The Baltimore Orioles have some holes to fill as they look to replicate their 2023 success.

Why Joe Mauer but not David Wright?

 Joe Mauer and David Wright had eerily similar MLB careers.

Yankees make small change to road uniforms

Those small tweaks to the road jerseys may be the only uniform changes the Yankees make for some time.

Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg announces cancer diagnosis

On Monday, Sandberg announced that he is battling metastatic prostate cancer. He is currently undergoing treatment as he continues his struggle against the disease.

Boston Red Sox sending mixed messages on free agents

The Boston Red Sox offseason has been one of mixed messages. 

Does Blake Snell's market extend beyond the Yankees?

Blake Snell's entire market could be at 1 East 161st St. in the Bronx.

Pete Alonso needs to be Mets' biggest offseason move

The New York Mets and Alonso are not close to a possible extension. They need to get it done.

Josh Hader agrees to record-setting deal with AL contender

The biggest domino in free agency for the bullpen has just fallen.

Carlos Rodon setting up bounce-back season with Yankees

Carlos Rodon could not have had a worse beginning to his New York Yankees tenure. 

Angels giving 18-year-old top prospect a look in spring training

The Angels have been aggressive with their prospects, partially out of necessity.

Phillies cannot afford to wait with Zack Wheeler

Wheeler has established himself as one of the best pitchers in the game since signing with the Phillies.

Orioles legend Jim Palmer, family allegedly victims of fraud

Baltimore Orioles legend Jim Palmer and his family are heading to court alleging they were defrauded by a now former family friend.

Blue Jays reportedly sign Yariel Rodriguez

Yariel Rodriguez was one of the biggest wild cards in free agency.

Yankees offseason still incomplete despite strong start

The Yankees had a strong start to their offseason yet there is still a lot of work left to do.

Chicago Cubs reportedly interested in Emmanuel Clase

The Chicago Cubs have improved their rotation by signing Shota Imanaga. Now they are ready to focus on their bullpen. 

Finding a home for Oakland A's in 2025

The Oakland A's face a potentially embarrassing problem in 2025.

New Angels manager Ron Washington puts team on notice

Absolutely nothing is expected from the Los Angeles Angels in 2024. Just don't say that to new manager Ron Washington.

Mets sign son of Hall of Fame outfielder

The name Vladimir Guerrero is baseball royalty. The New York Mets hope those bloodlines continue to produce major league stars.

Padres land top international prospect Leodalis De Vries

The San Diego Padres have made their mark during the international signing period for the second consecutive year.

Reporter details how Cody Bellinger became the talk of Cubs Convention

Cody Bellinger was expected to find a home with relative ease. Instead, he is still languishing in free agency in the middle of January.

Is Chaim Bloom next in line for St. Louis Cardinals?

The St. Louis Cardinals need a succession plan. 

Orioles looking to injury-riddled lefty to round out starting rotation

The Orioles have been linked to numerous starting pitchers throughout the offseason, and now veteran James Paxton can be added to the list.

Why Charlie Culberson pitching experiment could work for Braves

Normally, the retaining of a utility man would not capture that much attention. Charlie Culberson returning to the Atlanta Braves is another story.

Signing Marcus Stroman could be a disaster for the Yankees

On paper, Marcus Stroman is everything the Yankees need, but could the move prove to be costly for New York?