Transaction Analysis

Transaction Analysis: Windy City Depth

by 1/28

After missing out on Tyson Ross, the Cubs add another oft-injured starter.

Transaction Analysis: Need You To Need Me

Luis Valbuena adds to the Angels' depth, Michael Saunders gives the Phillies some outfield pop, and Mikie Mahtook tries to find a role with the Tigers.

Transaction Analysis: Rays Bet on De Leon’s Changeup

by Matthew Trueblood 1/25

Tampa Bay sends second baseman Logan Forsythe to Los Angeles for pitching prospect Jose De Leon.

Transaction Analysis: Reliever Roundup

by Bryan Grosnick and Nicholas Zettel 1/24

Veteran relievers Neftali Feliz, Santiago Casilla, Trevor Cahill, and Dustin McGowan find 2017 homes.

Transaction Analysis: Trumbo Stays in Baltimore

by Matthew Trueblood 1/23

Mark Trumbo returned to the Orioles after finding the free agent market somewhat lacking.

Transaction Analysis: Reds Cash In Straily

by Bryan Grosnick and Steve Givarz 1/22

Miami further empties out a weak farm system to get Dan Straily from Cincinnati.

Transaction Analysis: One More Go-Round in Toronto

by Bryan Grosnick 1/20

Bats on Bats on Bats on Bats.

Transaction Analysis: Extension Party

by Matthew Trueblood and Bryan Grosnick 1/19

You get an extension. And you get an extension. And you get an extension.

Transaction Analysis: Dented Cans and Safety Nets

by Bryan Grosnick and Jared Wyllys 1/16

Texas takes a flier on Tyson Ross, Tampa Bay adds Colby Rasmus' power, and Colorado breaks the emergency glass.

Transaction Analysis: Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop

by Bryan Grosnick and Brendan Gawlowski 1/13

Jerry Dipoto refuses to stop making trades, this time roping the Braves and Rays into his addiction.

Transaction Analysis: Going Back To Cali

by Aaron Gleeman 1/13

Trevor Plouffe finds a new home in Oakland and his former team adds veteran depth.

Transaction Analysis: Mariners Move Deck Chairs

by Bryan Grosnick 1/11

Seattle picks up Yovani Gallardo and Jarrod Dyson, Baltimore adds Seth Smith, and Kansas City brings in Nate Karns.

Transaction Analysis: Post-Christmas Shopping

by Matthew Trueblood and Brendan Gawlowski 1/06

Drew Storen, Ben Revere, Peter O'Brien find new homes while Rajai Davis and Alex Avila return to old stomping grounds.

Transaction Analysis: The Center Fielder Extension Mold

by Bryan Grosnick 1/03

Philadelphia and Atlanta handed out nearly identical contract extensions to center fielder Odubel Herrera and Ender Inciarte.

Transaction Analysis: Ivan to Stay in Pittsburgh

by Rob Mains 12/24

Ray Searage worked his magic on Ivan Nova, so the Pirates doubled down.

Transaction Analysis: Party at Encarnacion’s

by Emma Baccellieri 12/23

The defending AL champs upgrade from Mike Napoli to Edwin Encarnacion, beefing up an already strong lineup.