Brent Maguire
@bmags94.bsky.social
Writer and researcher at mlb dot com. BBWAA member. Anaheim sports banter.
Formerly: San Francisco Giants • The Athletic • Locked On Angels
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Formerly: San Francisco Giants • The Athletic • Locked On Angels
✉️: [email protected]
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Brent Maguire
@bmags94.bsky.social
· Oct 30
Trey Yesavage struck out 12 batters and walked none in seven innings of one-run ball in Game 5 of the freakin' World Series.
He also generated 23 whiffs tonight, the most by any pitcher in the World Series in the pitch-tracking era (since 2008).
Here are his dozen strikeouts against the Dodgers.
He also generated 23 whiffs tonight, the most by any pitcher in the World Series in the pitch-tracking era (since 2008).
Here are his dozen strikeouts against the Dodgers.
Ketel Marte would be such a perfect addition for the Pirates and Pittsburgh has the necessary pitching that Arizona needs.
If the Pirates are serious about making a big move, this would be a fun route.
If the Pirates are serious about making a big move, this would be a fun route.
@JonHeyman tweeted
Red Sox are among teams interested in D-Backs superstar 2B Ketel Marte. Gives them another star option after incumbent, coveted Bregman and Bichette. Mariners, Pirates, Rays, Tigers, Jays among others that fit KM. @BNightengale mentioned a couple of those teams 1st
Red Sox are among teams interested in D-Backs superstar 2B Ketel Marte. Gives them another star option after incumbent, coveted Bregman and Bichette. Mariners, Pirates, Rays, Tigers, Jays among others that fit KM. @BNightengale mentioned a couple of those teams 1st
December 7, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Ketel Marte would be such a perfect addition for the Pirates and Pittsburgh has the necessary pitching that Arizona needs.
If the Pirates are serious about making a big move, this would be a fun route.
If the Pirates are serious about making a big move, this would be a fun route.
As the Winter Meetings get underway in Orlando, here is the latest buzz on some of the prominent MLB free agents.
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The latest buzz on the top free agents entering Winter Meetings
Deals for baseball’s top free agents have been slow to materialize this offseason, but baseball’s annual Winter Meetings have a way of igniting the Hot Stove.
www.mlb.com
December 7, 2025 at 3:48 PM
As the Winter Meetings get underway in Orlando, here is the latest buzz on some of the prominent MLB free agents.
www.mlb.com/news/free-ag...
www.mlb.com/news/free-ag...
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This man did a photo opp of himself destroying homeless people's last possessions.
California Governor Gavin Newsom said on Thursday that the Democratic Party needed to be “more culturally normal” and “less judgmental.”
December 7, 2025 at 1:36 AM
This man did a photo opp of himself destroying homeless people's last possessions.
This was long overdue but I finally got around to reading David Halberstam's "Summer of '49" and am now reading "October 1964" and my goodness, these are incredible stories of baseball.
Halberstram was a damn good storyteller.
Halberstram was a damn good storyteller.
December 6, 2025 at 10:39 PM
This was long overdue but I finally got around to reading David Halberstam's "Summer of '49" and am now reading "October 1964" and my goodness, these are incredible stories of baseball.
Halberstram was a damn good storyteller.
Halberstram was a damn good storyteller.
Woah.
Ferrer was good in 2025 despite the 4.48 ERA (3.61 xERA and 3.03 FIP), is only 25 and under club control through 2029. The stuff and command is quite good, too.
But getting Ford is a heck of a return for the Nats. He's MLB Pipeline's No. 42 prospect.
Ferrer was good in 2025 despite the 4.48 ERA (3.61 xERA and 3.03 FIP), is only 25 and under club control through 2029. The stuff and command is quite good, too.
But getting Ford is a heck of a return for the Nats. He's MLB Pipeline's No. 42 prospect.
@JonHeyman tweeted
Nats acquiring top catching prospect Harry Ford for reliever Jose Ferrer @ByRobertMurray
Nats acquiring top catching prospect Harry Ford for reliever Jose Ferrer @ByRobertMurray
December 6, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Woah.
Ferrer was good in 2025 despite the 4.48 ERA (3.61 xERA and 3.03 FIP), is only 25 and under club control through 2029. The stuff and command is quite good, too.
But getting Ford is a heck of a return for the Nats. He's MLB Pipeline's No. 42 prospect.
Ferrer was good in 2025 despite the 4.48 ERA (3.61 xERA and 3.03 FIP), is only 25 and under club control through 2029. The stuff and command is quite good, too.
But getting Ford is a heck of a return for the Nats. He's MLB Pipeline's No. 42 prospect.
DRAIN has quickly become one of my favorite and most-listened-to bands.
A hardcore punk band from Santa Cruz that is both frenetic and incorporates fun beach themes hits all the right notes for me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCM4...
A hardcore punk band from Santa Cruz that is both frenetic and incorporates fun beach themes hits all the right notes for me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCM4...
DRAIN - "Stealing Happiness From Tomorrow"
YouTube video by Epitaph Records
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December 6, 2025 at 8:50 PM
DRAIN has quickly become one of my favorite and most-listened-to bands.
A hardcore punk band from Santa Cruz that is both frenetic and incorporates fun beach themes hits all the right notes for me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCM4...
A hardcore punk band from Santa Cruz that is both frenetic and incorporates fun beach themes hits all the right notes for me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCM4...
Sniff hole is an absolutely WILD thing to put on a box of doughnuts
December 6, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Sniff hole is an absolutely WILD thing to put on a box of doughnuts
Zac Gallen as a Cub: a story in two parts
December 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Zac Gallen as a Cub: a story in two parts
I didn’t think it was possible for Bryce Harper to one-up raw milk consumption as his worst health decision but alas.
December 6, 2025 at 1:04 AM
I didn’t think it was possible for Bryce Harper to one-up raw milk consumption as his worst health decision but alas.
Based on this report from Buster Olney and The Athletic reporting that more than half of the league has checked in on MacKenzie Gore, it’s increasingly likely that the Nats will move the talented left-hander this offseason.
December 5, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Based on this report from Buster Olney and The Athletic reporting that more than half of the league has checked in on MacKenzie Gore, it’s increasingly likely that the Nats will move the talented left-hander this offseason.
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people like Sabrina Carpenter saying essentially "decent people don't want the stench of ICE or this White House anywhere near them" to an audience of millions that includes a lot of young people helps empower them against ICE while reminding ICE agents that everyone hates them, both big wins
look deleting the post is obviously stopping the actual ICE raids but every single bit of pushback matters bsky.app/profile/airb...
Sabrina Carpenter made the White House delete their fuck ass tweet.
December 5, 2025 at 9:14 PM
people like Sabrina Carpenter saying essentially "decent people don't want the stench of ICE or this White House anywhere near them" to an audience of millions that includes a lot of young people helps empower them against ICE while reminding ICE agents that everyone hates them, both big wins
Good development for the Twins and their fans.
The AL Central is entirely winnable and the Twins can still be firmly in the mix with a few notable offseason moves.
That team really doesn't need to tear it all down, even after last year's Trade Deadline sell-off.
The AL Central is entirely winnable and the Twins can still be firmly in the mix with a few notable offseason moves.
That team really doesn't need to tear it all down, even after last year's Trade Deadline sell-off.
Twins plan to keep their stars. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...
Twins not planning to trade stars like Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan this winter: Sources
The Twins traded away several top players in 2025 but plan to build around their current core and compete for the AL Central title in 2026.
www.nytimes.com
December 5, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Good development for the Twins and their fans.
The AL Central is entirely winnable and the Twins can still be firmly in the mix with a few notable offseason moves.
That team really doesn't need to tear it all down, even after last year's Trade Deadline sell-off.
The AL Central is entirely winnable and the Twins can still be firmly in the mix with a few notable offseason moves.
That team really doesn't need to tear it all down, even after last year's Trade Deadline sell-off.
@fangraphs.com is the best. I'm actually a little surprised I didn't find myself in the platinum or diamond tier.
Challenge accepted for 2026.
Challenge accepted for 2026.
December 5, 2025 at 8:07 PM
@fangraphs.com is the best. I'm actually a little surprised I didn't find myself in the platinum or diamond tier.
Challenge accepted for 2026.
Challenge accepted for 2026.
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Devin Williams has been getting DMs on Instagram apparently.
December 4, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Devin Williams has been getting DMs on Instagram apparently.
From Ken Rosenthal and Patrick Mooney at The Athletic:
“[Teoscar] Hernández’s name is coming up in trade conversations, according to league sources. The Dodgers view a deal as unlikely, but the idea of it, at least, is not without logic.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...
“[Teoscar] Hernández’s name is coming up in trade conversations, according to league sources. The Dodgers view a deal as unlikely, but the idea of it, at least, is not without logic.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...
What we’re hearing about Tatsuya Imai. Plus, could Dodgers trade Teoscar Hernández?
Elsewhere, the Marlins' pursuit of Cedric Mullins, and Toronto's potential lineup if it were to sign All-Star free agent Kyle Tucker.
www.nytimes.com
December 4, 2025 at 4:17 PM
From Ken Rosenthal and Patrick Mooney at The Athletic:
“[Teoscar] Hernández’s name is coming up in trade conversations, according to league sources. The Dodgers view a deal as unlikely, but the idea of it, at least, is not without logic.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...
“[Teoscar] Hernández’s name is coming up in trade conversations, according to league sources. The Dodgers view a deal as unlikely, but the idea of it, at least, is not without logic.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...
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The #BlueJays might just be getting started.
More on star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who drove over to Dunedin today for a visit:
www.mlb.com/bluejays/new...
More on star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who drove over to Dunedin today for a visit:
www.mlb.com/bluejays/new...
Toronto just getting started? Blue Jays host Tucker at Florida complex (source)
TORONTO -- The Blue Jays might just be getting started. Kyle Tucker, the top player in this winter’s free-agent class, visited with the Blue Jays at their player development complex in Dunedin, Fla., ...
www.mlb.com
December 4, 2025 at 3:10 AM
The #BlueJays might just be getting started.
More on star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who drove over to Dunedin today for a visit:
www.mlb.com/bluejays/new...
More on star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who drove over to Dunedin today for a visit:
www.mlb.com/bluejays/new...
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From my teammate Mark Feinsand at MLB . com...
Emilio Pagan is headed back to the Reds on a two-year, $20 million deal, per source. The deal, which is pending physical, includes an opt-out after 2026.
Emilio Pagan is headed back to the Reds on a two-year, $20 million deal, per source. The deal, which is pending physical, includes an opt-out after 2026.
December 4, 2025 at 12:10 AM
From my teammate Mark Feinsand at MLB . com...
Emilio Pagan is headed back to the Reds on a two-year, $20 million deal, per source. The deal, which is pending physical, includes an opt-out after 2026.
Emilio Pagan is headed back to the Reds on a two-year, $20 million deal, per source. The deal, which is pending physical, includes an opt-out after 2026.
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@JonHeyman tweeted
Breaking; World Series hero Miguel Rojas back to Dodgers. 1 year deal.
Breaking; World Series hero Miguel Rojas back to Dodgers. 1 year deal.
December 3, 2025 at 11:50 PM
@JonHeyman tweeted
Breaking; World Series hero Miguel Rojas back to Dodgers. 1 year deal.
Breaking; World Series hero Miguel Rojas back to Dodgers. 1 year deal.
Interesting. The Rays needed a quality everyday outfielder but didn’t think they’d sign someone like Mullins.
That Mets stint was rough, but he still seems like a solid bet for a 2-ish WAR season.
That Mets stint was rough, but he still seems like a solid bet for a 2-ish WAR season.
@Ken_Rosenthal tweeted
Source confirms: Cedric Mullins to Rays on one-year deal, pending physical. First: @TBTimes_Rays
Source confirms: Cedric Mullins to Rays on one-year deal, pending physical. First: @TBTimes_Rays
December 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Interesting. The Rays needed a quality everyday outfielder but didn’t think they’d sign someone like Mullins.
That Mets stint was rough, but he still seems like a solid bet for a 2-ish WAR season.
That Mets stint was rough, but he still seems like a solid bet for a 2-ish WAR season.
This Marlins group looks dangerously close to being a legit Wild Card contender.
Add someone like Bader/Yastrzemski to play RF, O'Hearn/Arraez to play 1B and a pair of good relievers (Fairbanks, Weaver, Finnegan, Pagán, etc.) and Miami could have real playoff aspirations.
Add someone like Bader/Yastrzemski to play RF, O'Hearn/Arraez to play 1B and a pair of good relievers (Fairbanks, Weaver, Finnegan, Pagán, etc.) and Miami could have real playoff aspirations.
December 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
This Marlins group looks dangerously close to being a legit Wild Card contender.
Add someone like Bader/Yastrzemski to play RF, O'Hearn/Arraez to play 1B and a pair of good relievers (Fairbanks, Weaver, Finnegan, Pagán, etc.) and Miami could have real playoff aspirations.
Add someone like Bader/Yastrzemski to play RF, O'Hearn/Arraez to play 1B and a pair of good relievers (Fairbanks, Weaver, Finnegan, Pagán, etc.) and Miami could have real playoff aspirations.
From Ken Rosenthal at The Athletic:
“The interest in right-hander Freddy Peralta is so significant, the Milwaukee Brewers are now considering “cracking the door open” for trade discussions, according to a person briefed on their situation.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/685...
“The interest in right-hander Freddy Peralta is so significant, the Milwaukee Brewers are now considering “cracking the door open” for trade discussions, according to a person briefed on their situation.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/685...
What I’m hearing about the Reds’ interest in Kyle Schwarber and more MLB offseason notes
The Phillies will almost certainly offer the slugger more money to return, but his hometown team is serious about getting him back to Cincy.
www.nytimes.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:42 PM
From Ken Rosenthal at The Athletic:
“The interest in right-hander Freddy Peralta is so significant, the Milwaukee Brewers are now considering “cracking the door open” for trade discussions, according to a person briefed on their situation.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/685...
“The interest in right-hander Freddy Peralta is so significant, the Milwaukee Brewers are now considering “cracking the door open” for trade discussions, according to a person briefed on their situation.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/685...
Cody Ponce has signed a three-year deal worth $30 million with the Blue Jays, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jeff Passan.
Toronto is seriously beefing up their rotation.
Cease
Gausman
Bieber
Yesavage
Berríos
Ponce
Toronto is seriously beefing up their rotation.
Cease
Gausman
Bieber
Yesavage
Berríos
Ponce
December 2, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Cody Ponce has signed a three-year deal worth $30 million with the Blue Jays, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jeff Passan.
Toronto is seriously beefing up their rotation.
Cease
Gausman
Bieber
Yesavage
Berríos
Ponce
Toronto is seriously beefing up their rotation.
Cease
Gausman
Bieber
Yesavage
Berríos
Ponce
Huh. Guess the Angels rotation is all set now.
Yusei Kikuchi
José Soriano
Reid Detmers
Grayson Rodriguez
Alek Manoah
With Caden Dana, Sam Aldegheri, Mitch Farris, Jack Kochanowicz and George Klassen as depth options.
That is certainly an intriguing rotation with a LOT of variance.
Yusei Kikuchi
José Soriano
Reid Detmers
Grayson Rodriguez
Alek Manoah
With Caden Dana, Sam Aldegheri, Mitch Farris, Jack Kochanowicz and George Klassen as depth options.
That is certainly an intriguing rotation with a LOT of variance.
@JeffPassan tweeted
Right-hander Alek Manoah and the Los Angeles Angels are in agreement on a one-year, $1.95 million contract, a source tells ESPN. Manoah, 27, was non-tendered by Atlanta and lands with the Angels on a fully guaranteed big league deal.
Right-hander Alek Manoah and the Los Angeles Angels are in agreement on a one-year, $1.95 million contract, a source tells ESPN. Manoah, 27, was non-tendered by Atlanta and lands with the Angels on a fully guaranteed big league deal.
December 2, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Huh. Guess the Angels rotation is all set now.
Yusei Kikuchi
José Soriano
Reid Detmers
Grayson Rodriguez
Alek Manoah
With Caden Dana, Sam Aldegheri, Mitch Farris, Jack Kochanowicz and George Klassen as depth options.
That is certainly an intriguing rotation with a LOT of variance.
Yusei Kikuchi
José Soriano
Reid Detmers
Grayson Rodriguez
Alek Manoah
With Caden Dana, Sam Aldegheri, Mitch Farris, Jack Kochanowicz and George Klassen as depth options.
That is certainly an intriguing rotation with a LOT of variance.
ESPN’s Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel ranked the top 25 offseason trade candidates and there’s a whole lot of interesting stuff in here.
Perhaps the biggest one: Byron Buxton is willing to waive his no-trade clause.
www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Perhaps the biggest one: Byron Buxton is willing to waive his no-trade clause.
www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Ranking the top 25 MLB offseason trade candidates -- and finding their best fits
From All-Star outfielders to elite aces, here are the big names your team could be targeting this winter.
www.espn.com
December 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
ESPN’s Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel ranked the top 25 offseason trade candidates and there’s a whole lot of interesting stuff in here.
Perhaps the biggest one: Byron Buxton is willing to waive his no-trade clause.
www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Perhaps the biggest one: Byron Buxton is willing to waive his no-trade clause.
www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
In my latest for mlb dot com, I wrote about six reliever candidates that could transition to the rotation in 2026.
www.mlb.com/news/relieve...
www.mlb.com/news/relieve...
6 candidates to make the bullpen-to-rotation leap
In a sport that is constantly changing and following new trends, we’ve seen one emerging development in baseball in recent years: relievers converting into starting pitchers.
To be more specific, we’v...
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December 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
In my latest for mlb dot com, I wrote about six reliever candidates that could transition to the rotation in 2026.
www.mlb.com/news/relieve...
www.mlb.com/news/relieve...