The Astros missed the postseason for the first time in a decade, and now they'll enter the offseason in the unfamiliar position of underdogs in the AL West. Guaranteed Contracts Carlos Correa, 3B: $92MM through 2028 (deal includes four vesting club options for 2029-32; Twins covering $10MM annually for next three seasons as part of trade) Jose Altuve, 2B: $80MM through … [Read more...] about Offseason Outlook: Houston Astros
Astros Promote Connor Huff To Assistant GM
The Astros are promoting vice-president of business and baseball operations Connor Huff to the role of assistant general manager, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He will work under general manager Dana Brown, replacing the departing Andrew Ball. The Astros are coming off their most disappointing season in years. They faded down the stretch and ended up 87-75, missing the … [Read more...] about Astros Promote Connor Huff To Assistant GM
Pirates To Hire Bill Murphy As Pitching Coach
The Pirates are expected to hire Astros pitching coach Bill Murphy for the same position, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Pittsburgh had a vacancy after former pitching coach Oscar Marin did not have his contract renewed. Assistant pitching coach Brent Strom is also not returning to the team. Murphy has been a coach in Houston’s organization since 2016. He was first … [Read more...] about Pirates To Hire Bill Murphy As Pitching Coach
MLBTR Podcast: The Phillies’ Outfield, Tarik Skubal, And Hiring College Coaches
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Blue Jays making it … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: The Phillies’ Outfield, Tarik Skubal, And Hiring College Coaches
Martin Maldonado Announces Retirement
After 15 Major League seasons, Martin Maldonado is retiring from baseball. The 39-year-old catcher made the official announcement today via his Instagram page, thanking his family, the fans, teammates, coaches, and many others who helped him live his dream. “Baseball, I was just four years old when I fell in love with you,” Maldonado said in his statement. “From the moment I … [Read more...] about Martin Maldonado Announces Retirement