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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Ken Rosenthal Calls Dodgers’ NL West Rival MLB’s Best Team Right Now

Despite the praise the Los Angeles Dodgers received over the offseason for their free agent acquisitions and incredible returning core, they may not be the runaway favorites many had anticipated.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 15

Could Oli Marmol Remain With Cardinals If Fired & Replaced As Manager?

The St. Louis Cardinals have no immediate plans to fire manager Oli Marmol but could the young skipper's tenure with the organization be ending? The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal recently claimed that the Cardinals could fire Marmol and replace him with several former St.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / April 14

Former Royals World Series-Winning Pitcher Under Fire As Manager Of NL Club

A former World Series-winning starting pitcher for the Kansas City Royals could be under fire as the current manager of the Colorado Rockies. On Monday, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal published an interesting piece entitled, “9 MLB managers whose job status could be in question by the end of the season”.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Last Word On Sports / April 14

The Cardinals Next Manager Might Already Be in the Building

Few reports in baseball are as plugged in as Ken Rosenthal. It’s worth paying attention when he raises questions about a manager’s job security. In his recent column for The Athletic, Rosenthal spotlighted St.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 9

Insider Shares Supreme Confidence About What Phillies Can Accomplish This Year

There were no doubts surrounding the Philadelphia Phillies and their standout roster for the 2025 campaign, but as far as postseason talks go, insiders maintain that their age may play as an advantage as the year carries on.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Mets Merized Online / April 7

Vladimir Guererro Jr., Blue Jays Agree to 14-year, $500 Million Deal

After rumors of a potential extension, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported the Blue Jays and superstar first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. agreed to a 14-year, $500 million contract extension.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / April 3

Arizona Diamondbacks rumored to play south in ’26

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks are rumored to be heading to Mexico to meet the San Diego Padres in a regular-season series next year, according to the Athletic’s Dennis Lin and Ken Rosenthal.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 2

Ken Rosenthal talks Braves payroll amid horrid start

When the Braves season ended last year, it was kind of a relief. The 2024 campaign was a consistent kick in the you-know-what with all of the injuries.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Phillies Get Positive Update From Ken Rosenthal on Possible Mike Trout Trade

For Philadelphia Phillies fans, it's become an annual tradition to try and find ways to get future Hall-of-Fame outfielder Mike Trout in a trade. While

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Twins' Future in Jeopardy as Franchise Battles Astronomical Debt

The Minnesota Twins are in hot water. Reports from The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal revealed that the Pohlad family, who have owned the franchise for 40 years,

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 24

Ken Rosenthal Predicts Surprising 2025 World Series Winner

The 2025 MLB season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with many teams making league-changing moves around the league and an infusion of young talent like Bobby Witt Jr and Elly de la Cruz adding energy and drama to league play.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Tigers to sign Manuel Margot

The Tigers are signing outfielder Manuel Margot, according to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Blue Jays to extend Alejandro Kirk

The Blue Jays and catcher Alejandro Kirk are in agreement on a five-year extension worth $58MM, according to a report from Robert Murray of FanSided. The deal includes a signing bonus and no club options according to Murray.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 22

What Ken Rosenthal Wants to See From A's Before Considering Them AL West Contenders

The Athletics have made some big additions to the roster, spending money for the first time since John Fisher bought the team two decades ago, bringing in Luis Severino via free agency and Jeffrey Springs in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Orioles reunite with veteran right-hander

The Rowley Sports Management client is reportedly guaranteed $5.25M and can another $1.525M in performance bonuses — including $150K apiece at 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 and 24 starts.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 20

MLB Insider Predicts Big Rebound Season for Rangers in 2025

The last few seasons have been a rollercoaster for the Texas Rangers. After losing 102 games in 2021 and 94 games in 2022, they surged to their first World Series title in franchise history in 2023.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 20

MLB Insider Sees Braves as Biggest Challenger to Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves have been a perennial contender for the better part of a decade now. However, one MLB insider feels we’re overlooking them heading into 2025.

Miami Marlins News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Marlins’ Spending Risks Grievance Amid Star Pitcher Trade Rumors

With Sandy Alcántara trade rumors swirling, the Miami Marlins face a potential players union grievance for their lack of spending. The Marlins are on alert, or at least they should be, as The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reports Miami’s spending habits have them in hot water with the players union.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / March 12

Report: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wanted $500 million without deferrals for his next contract

More details about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract negotiations have come out. According to New York Post’s Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman, the Toronto Blue

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28