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Newsweek
5 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
MLB Insider Urges Reds To Trade For All-Star Outfielder From State Rival
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Cincinnati Reds are trying to chase down the San Francisco Giants for the final wild card spot in the National League, and MLB insider Jeff Passan of ESPN thinks that in-state rival Steven Kwan is a match to their needs at the trade deadline. The Cleveland Guardians have tumbled down the standings, and with the Detroit Tigers running away with the American League Central, could find themselves selling at the end of July. CLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 06: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians hits an RBI double during the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field on July 06, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. CLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 06: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians hits an RBI double during the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field on July 06, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Photo byKwan is a two-time All-Star in his short four-year career with the Guardians, and while he is under team control until after the 2027 season, it would take a decent package to convince Cleveland to let go of their left fielder. Kwan's trade value is high, and the Reds may be unwilling to part with much of their farm system to acquire the lefty. But if they are, placing him in a lineup with Elly De La Cruz and TJ Friedl would give the Reds an offensive jolt to help them battle up the standings down the stretch. The Guardians control the future of Kwan, and with a couple more seasons of team control left, there is an opportunity that the Guardians keep Kwan as a building block for the future and extend him. But if Cleveland has no plans to do so, the Reds would be an electric landing spot for the outfielder and would give Cincinnati a strong lineup to send out behind their fire-balling starting rotation. If Kwan hits the market, the Reds should be one of the first teams in line to bid for his services. More MLB: Time For Royals To Lock Up Stalwart First Baseman For Long Haul?
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Phillies 'Scouting' Twins Star Ahead of Trade Deadline: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Philadelphia Phillies have been clear about their biggest need at the trade deadline and a new report has revealed how they might hope to fill it. With arguably the best starting rotation in the sport and a batting order studded with high-priced veterans like Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, the Phillies have been open about targeting the back end of the bullpen for an external upgrade. "By default, I would say the back end of our bullpen is the one area that we would probably (upgrade)," Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski told Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports. "And when I say back end, people that can pitch late in the game and close tight games." Of course, virtually every World Series contender will be looking to add a dependable arm to their relief corps. But the Phillies' need is more pronounced than most, as they've blown the fourth-most saves so far this season. PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 08: President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski of the Philadelphia Phillies talks to the media during the introductory press conference for Trea Turner at Citizens Bank Park on December 8, 2022... PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 08: President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski of the Philadelphia Phillies talks to the media during the introductory press conference for Trea Turner at Citizens Bank Park on December 8, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by) More Leff/Getty As the Phillies assess the potential options, they've reportedly indicated interest in a pair of relievers in the American League, with one standing out as a potential star addition. "The Phillies have a specific interest in the American League Central; they began scouting the Minnesota Twins more heavily this week in anticipation of the team being sellers, league sources said," according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. "Griffin Jax and Jhoan Duran will be prized targets if Minnesota makes them available." After a strong season last year, Jax has a concerning 4.12 ERA across 42 games so far this season and might not mark much of an upgrade for the Phillies' closer options. Meanwhile, Duran has a 1.52 ERA with 14 saves so far and he seems to be a better fit for the Phillies' as a true shutdown closer. He's earning $4.1 million this season with two more years of arbitration eligibility ahead. Either Jax or Duran would likely cost the Phillies multiple prospects in a trade. But Gelb added that the team could be looking at this season with some urgency and might be preparing to leverage some of their best youngsters in a trade that fills a significant area of need. More MLB: Dodgers Tabbed Trade Fit For $4 Million Star Pitcher From AL Club
Washington Post
17-03-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
AL Central Preview: Four solid teams, and then the White Sox
The American League Central was a surprisingly strong division last season, with four teams finishing above .500. Then there was the Chicago White Sox — who racked up 121 losses for the most defeats in modern Major League Baseball history.
