Starting Lineup is a collection of reporting, observations, and insights from the baseball beat.Leading off ...The Red Sox ...

Chicago is expected to be aggressive so as not to waste a young, talented roster that can contend. Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara was considered the clear best fit for the Cubs’ rotation by MLB ...

According to Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic, Cubs president Jed Hoyer addressed the team's direction Wednesday. "Obviously, ...

A potential dud of a trade deadline may need saving by a few “bubble” teams with valuable pieces to sell — that is, if they sell. The downtrodden Rockies, White Sox and Pirates aren’t ...

Sale would bring a haul in a thin market, but his $18 million team-friendly 2026 club option makes them disinclined to trade him. The small-market Brewers can surprise. But though Freddy Peralta ...

Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes has had a sensational season, sparking trade discourse. Skenes has posted a 1.88 ...

Will Baltimore Orioles Be Sellers at Trade Deadline? originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Boston is eyeing upgrades at first base and in the rotation, and All-Star outfielder Jarren Duran may be the trade chip they use to get them.

Although he never got his chance to shine with the first team, hopes had been that Giancarlo Stanton’s injury would have ...