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Major League Baseball may not have everything going for it, but it sure has Shohei Ohtani.
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The Toronto Blue Jays appear to be making a power play for Max Scherzer. Here's what that tells us about the pitching market.
Jackson Roberts|
The Braves could use this veteran right-hander.
Curt Bishop|
Orioles' starter Chris Bassitt didn’t hold back in his latest remarks about MLB. Here’s what he said and why his comments signal a larger issue across the league.
Curt Bishop|
Don't sleep on these two arms.
Curt Bishop|
One of the top pitchers of all time is still out there.
Curt Bishop|
Lucas Giolito is somehow still on the market. One of these three teams should change that soon.
Jackson Roberts|
Tension surrounding MLBPA executive director Tony Clark could create new labor concerns for Major League Baseball as the league approaches critical CBA discussions. Here’s why the situation may be bad news ahead of a potential lockout.
Curt Bishop|
Minnesota Twins pitcher Pablo López is reportedly dealing with "elbow soreness." Here's how his injury could impact the pitching market, as well as Joe Ryan.
Justin Binkowski|

Schedules

The Phillies are expected to move on from a bad contract this winter.

History

The Mariners made a key trade at the deadline got a lot out of their acquisition. Letting him walk in free agency would be a mistake.

Minors

Austin Hays is off the board. Here’s where the MLB outfield market stands after the White Sox land the veteran slugger.

Fantasy

A later trade deadline could reshape the market, affecting buyer and seller strategies and altering how teams approach midseason moves.

Podcasts

Right-handed pitcher Cade Horton has a 1.24 ERA in 29 innings with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs this season. Fastball On SI columnist Jack Ankony shared his thoughts on the move in Friday's episode of The Payoff Pitch podcast.

Injuries

These two big free agents could be forced to accept short-term contracts as the market tightens and teams hesitate to commit long term.

Betting

If the Phillies lose him, here are two teams that should be all in on him.

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