We’re less than 24 hours from the Trade Deadline! Let’s take a closer look at trades that happened today, 7/30. Astros acquire CP Roberto Osuna The Astros have acquired closer Roberto Osuna from the Blue Jays in exchange for former closer Ken Giles, and right-handed pitching prospects Hector Perez and David Paulino. Osuna, 23, has…
Month: July 2018
Recapping the 7/29 MLB Trades
Let’s take a closer look at the trades that happened today, July 29 Cardinals and Yankees make an interesting trade The Cardinals acquired reliever Chasen Shreve and pitcher Giovanny Gallegos from the Yankees in exchange for 1B Luke Voit and international signing bonus pool money. Shreve, 28, has a 4.26 ERA, 1.500 WHIP, and 4.98…
Recapping the 7/28 MLB Trades
Only one trade happened today, July 28, but let’s take a closer look at it Brewers acquire 3B Mike Moustakas The Brewers have acquired slugging third baseman Mike Moustakas from the Brewers in exchange for outfielder Brett Phillips and pitcher Jorge Lopez. Moustakas, 29, is hitting .249/.309/.468 with 20 home runs this season. Phillips, 24,…
Recapping the 7/27 MLB Trades
Let’s take a closer look at all the trades that happened today, July 27 Cubs acquire SP Cole Hamels The Cubs have acquired SP Cole Hamels from the Rangers in exchange for pitching prospect Rollie Lacy, RHP Eddie Butler, and a player to be named later. Hamels, 34, has a 4.72 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, …
Taylor Lewan and Jake Matthews Extensions Elevate The Left Tackle Market
In a span of an hour, Titans left tackle Taylor Lewan and Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews were given major extensions by their respective teams. Lewan signed for 5 years/$80 million, while Matthews signed for 5 years/$75 million. Lewan’s extension is the critical one, as he is now the highest paid left tackle of all…
Recapping all 7/26 MLB Trades
Let’s take a look at trades that happened today, July 26. Note: Cole Hamels trade isn’t official so it will be included in tomorrow’s trade recaps Yankees acquire JA Happ The Yankees have acquired SP JA Happ from the Blue Jays for INF Brandon Drury and OF Billy McKinney. Happ, 35, has a 4.18…
Recapping the 7/25 MLB Trades
Let’s take a closer look at all the trades that happened today, July 25. Red Sox acquire SP Nathan Eovaldi The Red Sox acquired SP Nathan Eovaldi from the Rays in exchange for prospect LHP Jalen Beeks (BOS 15). Eovaldi, 28, has a 4.26 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, and 4.28 FIP. Beeks, 25, has a…
Todd Gurley Extension a Smart Move For The Rams
Last week, the Rams locked up wide receiver Brandin Cooks to a 5 year/$80 million extension. Yesterday, they extended another young offensive player in running back Gurley. Los Angeles signed him to a record-breaking 4 year/$60 million extension with $45 million guaranteed. Gurley is now the highest paid running back and his $45 million in…
Yankees Rob Orioles In Zach Britton Trade
The Orioles continued their fire sale after trading superstar Manny Machado, as they traded two-time all-star closer Zach Britton to the Yankees in exchange for pitching prospects Dillon Tate, Cody Carroll, and Josh Rogers. Britton, 30, has posted a 3.45 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, and 4.43 FIP since coming back from his Achilles injury that kept…
Five Running Backs Who Will Have An Outstanding 2018 Season
Every year, there are players who bounce back or break out to have tremendous seasons. We already looked at quarterbacks who could have great seasons, so let’s look at some running backs that will have a stellar 2018 campaign. Jerick McKinnon, San Francisco 49ers Despite never eclipsing 600 rushing yards in a season, Jerick McKinnon…
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