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MLB Trade Rumors: Dodgers Plan To Pursue Kyle Tucler, Mets Checking In On Luis Robert, & More
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The MLB is over a month in, and several teams look like possible World Series contenders.
In the American League, the Detroit Tigers and New York Yankees are the class of the AL.
The National League has several good teams. The Dodgers are the obvious favorites, but the New York Mets, Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres, and Philadelphia Phillies are also contenders for the World Series.
MLB is different from the NFL. In the MLB, big names get traded before the trade deadline and hit free agency in the offseason, whereas in the NFL, it is rare for a star player to be traded or become a free agent.
USA Today’s Bob Nightengale has provided some MLB rumors that will have major implications if they become true.
MLB Trade Rumors
The MLB sees a lot of action at the trade deadline and offseason. Below are some rumors according to Bob Nightengale.
Boston Red Sox GM Craig Breslow Has Done An Awful Job Communicating
Nightengale says, “While MLB executives believe Boston Red Sox GM Craig Breslow has done a rotten job in his communication with Rafael Devers, trying to persuade him to move to first base (after already moving him from third base to DH), Devers doesn’t look great for his unwillingness to do so.”
He also stated that the next step might be Devers formally requesting a trade, which likely would not be considered until the offseason.
The Devers situation in Boston is a strange one. He has been awful at 3B, ranking one of the worst defensively. Bregman is much better on defense. The Red Sox and Devers are both at fault in this situation.
Chicago White Sox Getting Inquiries On Luis Robert
Nightingale says, “The Chicago White Sox are finally starting to get some inquiries on center fielder Luis Robert, with the New York Mets recently among the teams checking in and showing interest. The White Sox are eying 23-year-old Mets starting prospect Blake Tidwell as part of a package in return.”
This would be a huge get for the Mets. They already have a stacked lineup, and adding Robert will just make them even more dangerous and a bigger threat to the Dodgers.
Los Angeles Dodgers Plan To Pursue Kyle Tucker In Offseason
Nightingale states, “The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to jump into the free-agent fray for Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker this winter. They may not be the high bidder, but they’ll surely keep everyone honest just as they did when they were in the Juan Soto sweepstakes.”
The rich may just get richer. If this happens, the MLB needs to strongly consider a salary cap.
Contending Teams Searching For Relief Pitchers
Nightengale writes, “Several contending teams have already begun sending their scouts on the road to scour the market for potential available relief pitchers. It will be a seller’s market with so few high-quality relievers available this year.”
The Chicago Cubs will need relief pitchers. Their bullpen has been a disaster.
St. Louis Cardinals Not Receiving Interest In Nolan Arenado
Nightengale says, “The St. Louis Cardinals are not receiving any interest in third baseman Nolan Arenado after he rejected trades this winter to the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels.”
Arenado is no longer in his prime, but is still an effective batter and excellent at third base.
More Los Angeles Dodgers News
According to Nightengale, the Dodgers are the first team to use two planes on all of their road trips. One plane is restricted only to the players, costing the team a minimum of at least $6 million.
Nightengale also says, “The Dodgers are holding back Shohei Ohtani from pitching until after the All-Star break, believing there’s no sense in hurrying him to the mound while he continues to put up MVP numbers at the plate.”
It is wise to hold back Ohtani from pitching. They can beat any team with their offense, and having Ohtani healthy all season and in the playoffs should be the top priority.
Pittsburgh Pirates One Of The Most Profitable Teams In MLB
Nightengale says, “The Pittsburgh Pirates, according to information received by the players’ union and confirmed by several owners, are one of the most profitable teams in all of baseball, stashing a huge chunk of their revenue sharing monies instead of investing in their team year after year.”
It is no wonder that Pirates fans keep chanting to sell the team at home games.
Colorado Rockies Could Break Record For Most Losses
Nightengale states, ”If it wasn’t embarrassing enough that the White Sox set a record with 121 losses last season, that record could be easily toppled this year with the Colorado Rockies (6-33) now off to the worst start in baseball history. Even before Saturday’s 21-0 loss to San Diego, the Rockies had lost seven straight games, while coughing up 34 runs and making eight errors in their three previous games.”
Colorado has been dreadful this season. It would not be surprising if they wind up losing more than 121 games. They are currently on pace to have a record of 25-137.
