Although we’re three weeks or so from pitchers and catchers reporting to spring coaching, various notable free brokers and potential commerce targets stay obtainable. That, in flip, means an ongoing provide of day by day rumors. Talking of which, Wednesday’s provide is slightly below.
Reds not planning to deliver again Votto
The Reds don’t intend to deliver again Joey Votto, GM Nick Krall informed season ticket holders on the staff’s caravan occasion Wednesday, according to MLB.com. Cincinnati has extra proficient younger infielders than roster spots and earlier this offseason they signed Jeimer Candelario to basically fill Votto’s position as a veteran bat. Candelario may also play third base, not like Votto.
Votto, 40, slashed .203/.314/.433 with 14 dwelling runs in 242 plate appearances round a shoulder challenge and in a decreased position in 2023. He struggled towards righties although (.196/.292/.411), so there are questions on his viability at the same time as a platoon bat at this level in his profession. Signing along with his hometown Blue Jays would make for a storybook near Votto’s profession.
Mets excited by Stanek
The Mets have curiosity in free agent right-hander Ryne Stanek, reports MLB.com. The membership remains to be numerous second- and third-tier free agent relievers even after signing Austin Adams, Jorge López, and Michael Tonkin earlier this offseason. All-Star nearer Edwin Díaz is anticipated again after lacking final season along with his World Baseball Traditional knee damage as effectively.
Stanek, 32, had a down season with the Astros in 2023, although he has a reasonably lengthy observe report as a bat-missing reliever who is flexible sufficient to deal with nearly any position. He is began video games as an opener, pitched in center aid, gotten excessive leverage outs, you identify it. He’ll drive you loopy with walks at occasions, although Stanek provides upside for a free-agent bullpen arm.
The Marlins have signed first baseman Trey Mancini to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring coaching, reports the New York Post. He’ll compete for the membership’s DH job and will additionally function a right-handed caddy to switch-hitting first baseman Josh Bell, who has traditionally carried out worse towards lefties than righties. Mancini, 32 in March, slashed .234/.299/.336 with the Cubs final 12 months and acquired launched in August.
