1 potential upgrade for each team before camp

January 20, 2024
by RJ Hamster

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One potential upgrade for each team before camp

Pitchers and catchers report in less than a month, but there is still work to be done this offseason. Here is one move each club could make to improve before Spring Training.

Astros agree to deal with All-Star closer Hader (source)

The Astros filled a major need in their bullpen by reaching a five-year, $95 million contract with five-time All-Star Josh Hader, a source told MLB.com.

Stephenson heading to Angels after breakout year (report)

Robert Stephenson emerged as one of baseball’s best relievers with the Rays last year and turned it into a reported three-year contract.

Cardinals reunite with Carpenter on one-year deal

Veteran infielder Matt Carpenter is heading back to St. Louis, where he spent the first 11 seasons of his big league career and made three All-Star teams.

How will Dodgers mix and match outfield pieces in ’24?

The Dodgers’ outfield was crowded enough that they decided Mookie Betts will play 2B full-time. And that was before they signed Teoscar Hernández.

Breaking down Rays’ intriguing deal with Japanese righty

Naoyuki Uwasawa had a career year for Nippon last year in Japan, and the Rays think he can help their rotation after reaching a Minor League deal.

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