With about a month until pitchers and catchers report, here are my "midterm" grades for each team, along with takeaways and predictions.

The New York Mets and free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso reportedly remain far apart in contract negotiations. According to SNY's Andy Martino, the

Alonso has spent his entire career with the Mets since being drafted in 2016. Since then, he’s become the 2019 NL Rookie of the Year and a four-time All-Star selection. He ranks third in Mets history with 226 home runs, a mark (252) he could break this season if he re-signed.

The most notable development on Thursday saw the Blue Jays and star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. agree to a $28.5 million figure to avoid arbitration, according to Sportsnet's Shi Davidi.  Guerrero, a year away from free agency,

The New York Yankees and San Diego Padres reportedly aren't expected to discuss a trade involving second baseman Luis Arráez. According to SNY's Andy

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MLB Tonight discusses Brent Rooker's five-year contract extension with the A's and the outlook for the AL West heading into 2025

Pete Alonso would be a fascinating addition for the Boston Red Sox, but one MLB insider believes a signing is unlikely.

The MLB arbitration deadline is Thursday, which means players and teams will have until 1 p.m. ET to either reach an agreement on a one-year contract or head to

In the midst of my admiring, something I long knew was a strong opinion of mine became as clear as it had ever been: Baseball has the best sports venues and it isn't even particularly close. Ballparks absolutely crush arenas, stadiums, fields, etc. for other sports.

Few teams boast a more exciting trio of pitchers atop their rotation than the Pittsburgh Pirates. With 2024 Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes, Jared Jones and Mit

Florida Gators freshmen Joshua Whritenour, Aidan King, Jackson Barberi and Brendan Lawson are among the top prospects in their draft class.