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Notes and Essays, Week Ending 1/31 1/25 N1: Maybe in the Negro Leagues, an official nickname meant you had arrived.

Notes and Essays, Week Ending 1/31

01.02.2026 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Shohei Ohtani won’t pitch in World Baseball Classic The last time Shohei Ohtani was in the World Baseball Classic, he struck out his then-Angels teammate Mike Trout to give Team Japan their third title in tournament history. Three years later, fans from around the world will only get to see half of the Ohtani experience. After a 22 month absence from pitching on […]

Shohei Ohtani won’t pitch in World Baseball Classic

01.02.2026 13:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Tigers Topics: Which non-Skubal Tiger do you want to sign to a long-term deal? Tarik Skubal is as good as gone after 2026, so which other Tigers player should they be pursuing a deal with?

Tigers Topics: Which non-Skubal Tiger do you want to sign to a long-term deal?

01.02.2026 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Chicago Cubs news and notes β€” Hoerner, PCA, Ricketts ο»ΏCub Tracks - Your #1 source for #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news.

Chicago Cubs news and notes β€” Hoerner, PCA, Ricketts

01.02.2026 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sunday Notes: Grant Fink Helps Steven Kwan Keep the Bumpers On Plus Alex Cora on Romy Gonzalez, Daniel Moskos on Thomas White, Joe Boyle on his repertoire, the Pirate who coined the eephus, facts and stats galore, and more.

Sunday Notes: Grant Fink Helps Steven Kwan Keep the Bumpers On

01.02.2026 12:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
All Arraez The Giants reportedly worked out a one-year deal with Luis Arraez. The see him as their second baseman: The Giants have agreed to a one-year deal worth $12 million with three-time batting champion Luis Arraez, a source told MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. The team has not confirmed the agreement, which is pending a physical. … Giants […]

All Arraez

01.02.2026 12:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Shaikin: In these times, Jackie Robinson's team should not grace the White House Jackie Robinson was a passionate advocate for social and racial equality, and the Dodgers going to the White House again would be incompatible with his legacy.

Shaikin: In these times, Jackie Robinson's team should not grace the White House

01.02.2026 12:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Phillies notes: Moore adds depth, Robertson retires, WBC ahead Dylan Moore signs a minors deal with incentives, David Robertson retires and nine Phillies head to the World Baseball Classic.

Phillies notes: Moore adds depth, Robertson retires, WBC ahead

01.02.2026 12:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Now it’s February and spring training starts up soon Will Framber Valdez sign anywhere before camps open?

Now it’s February and spring training starts up soon

01.02.2026 12:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Phillies news: Ranger Suarez, Aidan Miller, Austin Hays Did you realize how close spring training is?

Phillies news: Ranger Suarez, Aidan Miller, Austin Hays

01.02.2026 12:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Are You More Optimistic About the Twins’ Future After Derek Falvey’s Departure? The Twins’ longtime President of Baseball Operations has moved on. Will Tom Pohlad and the Twins regret that move?

Are You More Optimistic About the Twins’ Future After Derek Falvey’s Departure?

01.02.2026 11:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Is this the rebuild year for the Brewers? Is this the year the β€œbites of the apple” approach finally turns rotten?

Is this the rebuild year for the Brewers?

01.02.2026 11:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
What’s the strongest reason to believe this Yankees season won’t be a waste? The regular β€œToday on Pinstripe Alley” prompts will get a particular focus this month.

What’s the strongest reason to believe this Yankees season won’t be a waste?

01.02.2026 11:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Puerto Rico could be forced to withdraw from WBC due to insurance reason Baseball player insurance concerns potentially could cause one country to drop out of the World Baseball Classic.

Puerto Rico could be forced to withdraw from WBC due to insurance reason

01.02.2026 10:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Question of the day: the Colt Emerson vs. Julio RodrΓ­guez hype train What’s in a top prospect?

Question of the day: the Colt Emerson vs. Julio RodrΓ­guez hype train

01.02.2026 09:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
With Tucker in town, Roberts breaks down lineup challenges Here are eight things we learned entering the new season.

With Tucker in town, Roberts breaks down lineup challenges

01.02.2026 09:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
World Series savior Miguel Rojas was the star of DodgerFest An estimated 30,000 fans poured into Chavez Ravine for the 2026 Dodgers FanFest.

World Series savior Miguel Rojas was the star of DodgerFest

01.02.2026 08:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Mets value fearlessness, versatility Tobias Myers brings to pitching staff Freddy Peralta was the big piece in the Mets' blockbuster deal with the Brewers, but they also like the other arm they acquired, Tobias Myers.

Mets value fearlessness, versatility Tobias Myers brings to pitching staff

01.02.2026 07:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Luis Arraez signing one-year, $12 million contract with Giants One of top remaining free agents has found a new home.

Luis Arraez signing one-year, $12 million contract with Giants

01.02.2026 06:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Braves News: Framber Valdez rumors, player panels, more Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

Braves News: Framber Valdez rumors, player panels, more

01.02.2026 05:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Yankees news: Ryan Weathers hasn’t hit his ceiling, per Matt Blake Blake thinks we haven’t seen the best of Weathers; Yanks made offer to Slater; Doval joins Dominican WBC team

Yankees news: Ryan Weathers hasn’t hit his ceiling, per Matt Blake

01.02.2026 05:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Mariners Sign Brian O’Keefe To Minor League Deal Catcher Brian O’Keefe is heading to MLB Spring Training with the Mariners, the team announced Friday. O’Keefe joined the organization on a minor league pact that same day, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The agreement is a homecoming of sorts for O’Keefe. The veteran catcher made his MLB debut with Seattle back in 2022. He…

Mariners Sign Brian O’Keefe To Minor League Deal

01.02.2026 04:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Purple Row After Dark: Was trading Angel Chivilli the right move? Let’s talk about the bullpen!

Purple Row After Dark: Was trading Angel Chivilli the right move?

01.02.2026 04:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Preview
Giants find temporary answer at second base with Luis Arraez The San Francisco Giants had been aggressively looking for an upgrade at second base.

Giants find temporary answer at second base with Luis Arraez

01.02.2026 03:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Dodgers Notes: Ohtani, Snell, Edman Shohei Ohtani was on the mound for the final out of the last World Baseball Classic, striking out then-teammate Mike Trout to take home the trophy. The 2026 edition of the event won’t feature Ohtani the pitcher. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters, including Alden Gonzalez of ESPN, that the Japanese right-hander will not be…

Dodgers Notes: Ohtani, Snell, Edman

01.02.2026 03:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Why Giants are content sacrificing defense with Luis ArrΓ‘ez contract agreement The San Francisco Giants are content sacrificing their defensive floor because of the upside Luis ArrΓ‘ez brings the lineup with his bat skills.

Why Giants are content sacrificing defense with Luis ArrΓ‘ez contract agreement

01.02.2026 03:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Red Sox, Matt Thaiss Agree To Minor-League Deal The Red Sox have agreed to a minor-league deal with catcher Matt Thaiss, according to Andrew Parker of SoxProspects (link via Chris Cotillo of MassLive). Thaiss receives an invite to big-league Spring Training. The 30-year-old was a first-round pick out of the University of Virginia in 2016 by the Angels. He debuted for them in…

Red Sox, Matt Thaiss Agree To Minor-League Deal

01.02.2026 02:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Roberts says Ohtani β€œwill be ramping up” during spring training Shohei | 1.31Shohei Ohtani won’t be a two-way player for Japan in the World Baseball Classic, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Saturday at DodgerFest. β€œHe’s not going to pitch...

Roberts says Ohtani β€œwill be ramping up” during spring training

01.02.2026 02:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
White Sox are counting on Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to add pop to their lineup Murakami hit .270 with 246 homers and 647 RBIs in 892 games over eight seasons with the Yakult Swallows of Japan’s Central League.

White Sox are counting on Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to add pop to their lineup

01.02.2026 02:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Preview
Why MLB stars are being told they can’t play in the World Baseball Classic Puerto Rico threatens withdrawal from tournament because some of its best players can’t get insurance coverage

Why MLB stars are being told they can’t play in the World Baseball Classic

01.02.2026 02:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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