8legs: Jon heyman

Your Followed Topics

#1 out of 2

sports18m ago

Boston is weighing signing two of five big-name free-agent bats, according to Jon Heyman, signaling a bold two-bat approach this winter.
Schwarber and Bregman are highlighted as a potential Boston pairing favored by fans seeking a powerful lineup upgrade.
The report suggests Boston could pursue two big bats even after saving money via midseason moves, potentially reaching toward the luxury tax threshold.
Bregman is viewed as the most likely fit, with the team also open to another big bat, preferably right-handed.
Heyman notes the five targets include Alonso, Realmuto, Okamoto, Schwarber, and Bregman, with two slots potentially filled.
The piece notes the financial risk of surpassing the luxury tax, making fans cautious about jersey purchases for now.
The report frames a possible pairing of Bregman and Schwarber in Boston as a best-case scenario for Red Sox fans.
The article underscores Boston’s intent to remain aggressive in a competitive AL East with three big-market teams.
Clayton's report notes that Boston has not ruled out backfilling with a high-impact slugger after potential payroll moves.

Vote 0

#2 out of 2104.5K est. views

sports17h ago

The Blue Jays reached a seven-year, $210 million contract with Dylan Cease, expanding their rotation with a durable ace.
Deferrals will lower the contract’s present-day value for tax purposes, affecting premium luxury-tax calculations.
Cease’s durability and strikeout ability are central to Toronto’s confidence in maximizing the deal’s value.
The deal places Cease as a long-term anchor behind Toronto’s defensively strong, pitcher-friendly environment.
Analysts note the market impact, with Cease’s deal potentially shifting expectations for top pitching free agents.
Toronto’s aggressive spending aligns with a World Series–or–bus strategy after a deep playoff run.
Jays executives anticipate Cease can anchor the rotation through the mid- to late-2020s.
Cease’s deal is part of a wider strategy to maximize the team’s World Series window.
Cease’s prior years included a Cy Young vote and strong strikeout rates, contributing to the price.

Vote 4

Unlimited Access

Personalized Feed

Full Experience

By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Create an account and enjoy content that interests you with your personalized feed

Unlimited Access

Personalized Feed

Full Experience

By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.