Houston Astros vs. Athletics - May 16, 2024

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FinalMay 15

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Recap

Box Score

Plays

Social

Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Athletics logo, Athletics 19-26, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 0, H 2, E 1

Astros logo, Astros 18-25, 1 2, 2 0, 3 0, 4 1, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 3, H 8, E 1

Pitching

WinnerF. Valdez (3-1)

LoserA. Brooks (0-1)

SaveS. Martinez (1)

Scoring

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Bot 4Mauricio Dubón out on a sacrifice fly to deep center field to Esteury Ruiz. Jeremy Peña scores.

Bot 1Alex Bregman out on a sacrifice fly to right center field to Tyler Nevin. Kyle Tucker scores.

Bot 1Kyle Tucker doubles to right field. Jose Altuve scores. Throwing error by Zack Gelof.

What's Buzzing

Michael Schwab

Bagwell isn’t against analytics. They just think analytics has a place and shouldn’t be the end all be all. But that ends up being like 80% baseball knowledge and 20% analytics. It can’t work that way anymore

SFA has never lost to Duke in men's basketball

11h

Answer me this. If Bagwell has so much influence in the Astros front office, and he’s 100% anti-analytical, which many Astros fans seem convinced of, then why were the 3 Driveline employees and Flores hired?

MLB Trade Rumors

Details On The Astros' GM Search https://t.co/EWYRMUK1VZ

Chronicle Astros

The Gold Glove is the fourth of Christian Walker's career and his first in the American League. He joins Jeff Bagwell and Yuli Gurriel as Astros first basemen to earn the honor. https://t.co/QmAwltMxE4

Brian McTaggart

Walker earns 4th career Gold Glove Award, 1st in American League https://t.co/l60I5iMlLu

Houston Astros

10h

Earned it🏆 Congratulations to Christian Walker on his fourth Gold Glove Award!

Bleacher Report•9h

Gold Glove Winners Revealed 🌟PCA, Bellinger and Rafaela headline top defensive players. Full list here 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1d

Hours after Astros name new GM, Dana Brown lands back with the BravesThe Houston Astros' decision to fire Dana Brown is about to be put to the test after the Braves wasted little time in hiring the Astros' former GM.

Bleacher Report•1d

MLB's Top FA Storylines 📖Moves to watch after World Series 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1d

Astros' new GM immediately inherits difficult decisions about the Houston's futureNow that the Houston Astros have a general manager in place, they will have some important decisions to make this offseason.

climbingtalshill.com•1d

New Astros GM Randy Flores has an ironic connection to sordid Cardinals hacking scandalThe Houston Astros have their new GM in Randy Flores, but he come with some Cardinals connections that are anything but new to long-time Astros fans.

www.athleticsnation.com•2d

Taylor Smith’s Improbable Quest: A Quality SPYour best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

climbingtalshill.com•2d

Instant reactions to Astros hiring Randy Flores as general managerThose of you paying attention will realize that the picture above is not new Houston Astros general manager Randy Flores. That is Mike Rizzo formerly of the Was

climbingtalshill.com•2d

Astros' GM search reaches boiling point (with a potential complication)I should say out front that I am not an insider or a newsbreaker. I follow the reporting just like everyone else and some of the reporting is speculative and so

Bleacher Report•2d

Astros Hire Randy Flores as GMHouston fills vacant position with former Cardinals exec (Heyman)

www.athleticsnation.com•2d

Athletics Decline Club Options On Jeff McNeil, Jeffrey SpringsNow just waiting on Severino

climbingtalshill.com•2d

Astros News: Ryan Weiss decision, Red Sox & Pirates steal coaches, Lance McCullers Jr.With the World Series now in the rearview mirror, the Major League Baseball offseason is officially underway, and the Houston Astros are already making moves. A

Bleacher Report•3d

Predicting MLB Teams' Qualifying Offers 🔮Examining if the top players will accept or reject what their respective teams propose 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•2d

Elephant Rumblings: A’s Already Active This OffseasonMLB News Roundup

Bleacher Report•3d

MLB Power Rankings Entering Free Agency 🔢Where the Athletics stand heading into the offseason ➡️

Bleacher Report•3d

Ranking 10 Most Likely 1st-Time Champions 🏆Looking at which teams are most likely to follow the Brewers' path to glory ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•3d

Tatsuya Imai's decision on his Astros option doesn't change his uncertain futureThe Houston Astros still don't have a general manager, but that could change at any minute now that executives from the Milwaukee Brewers have free time on thei

Bleacher Report•3d

Imai Expected to Opt InAstros starter set to make $18.7M next season (Heyman)

Bleacher Report•3d

1st MLB Offseason Trade 🔄Red Sox sending OF Nate Eaton to A's (USA Today)

climbingtalshill.com•3d

Astros zeroing in on stealing Brewers exec for GM role as contract details remain in fluxThe Houston Astros appear close to ending their search for a new general manager, assuming that Matt Kleine actually takes the job.

Bleacher Report•4d

Everything to Know on Lockout and Key Upcoming Dates ⚾Outlining what to watch for during the MLB offseason ➡️

Bleacher Report•3d

Way-Too-Early 2027 MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮Looking ahead to how the Athletics could fare next season ➡️

www.athleticsnation.com•3d

Elephant Rumblings: Start The Clock On The Athletics’ OffseasonMLB news roundup

Bleacher Report•4d

1 Player Every Team Should Re-Sign in Free Agency 💰Who the Astros must prioritize bringing back 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3d

Complete list of Astros 2026-27 free agents and their outlookThe MLB offseason has arrived, and the Astros have a myriad of decisions ahead, not the least of which is centered around their impending free agents.

Bleacher Report•4d

MLB's New Winning Formula 🏆Brewers title proves there's another path to World Series success

Bleacher Report•5d

Best World Series Moments of Modern Era 🏆Ranking the 10 most memorable Fall Classic moments of the last 25 years 📲

climbingtalshill.com•4d

Lingering Jeremy Peña question will be Astros' biggest decision of the offseasonWe have mentioned a ton of decisions as we move position by position on the diamond, but they all are leading up to this decision. What do the Houston Astros do

Bleacher Report•5d

Pitching Wild MLB Trade Ideas 😮The stunning moves that could actually happen this offseason ➡️

Latest MLB Rumors 👂

👀 Manager openings ♨️ Free agent buzz 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

www.athleticsnation.com•4d

Elephant Rumblings: World Series Marches On as Offseason ApproachesMLB News Roundup

Bleacher Report•4d

MLB Player Choice Awards 🗳️Peer voting results here 📲

Bleacher Report•6d

B/R's 2026 All-MLB Team ⭐Who we selected for our squad of this year's best hitters and pitchers ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•5d

Astros interviewing Nationals' Mike Rizzo throws significant wrench in Matt Kleine's GM pursuitThe Houston Astros interviewed Mike Rizzo for their GM vacancy, throwing a wrench into the idea that Matt Kleine is the favorite for the job.

www.athleticsnation.com•5d

Elephant Rumblings: A’s Max Muncy Undergoes Knee SurgeryMLB news roundup

climbingtalshill.com•5d

Astros hire new director of hitting from Guardians, but MLB insider smells a ratThe Houston Astros have now installed a new director of hitting and a director of pitching, but have yet to hire a general manager. What gives?

Bleacher Report•1w

Bold MLB Predictions For 2026-27 Offseason 🔮How the Athletics could make a signiifcant move ➡️

www.athleticsnation.com•6d

Elephant Rumblings: World Series Continues TonightMLB news roundup

Bleacher Report•1w

Top 10 Hitters in Free Agency 💥How landscape looks for teams in search of a big bat in 2027 📲

www.mlb.com•1w

Scouting is True World Series MVP 👀Brewers, Rays prove there's still room for old-school scouting 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros may have struck gold with undrafted 19-year-old pitching prospect Jagger BeckBeck had a breakthrough campaign for Class A Fayetteville

Colt Stadium Gets Marker 📍

Houston Astros

@astros

A piece of Houston baseball history is officially marked forever. Yesterday, a Texas Historical Marker was unveiled at Reliant Park honoring Colt Stadium, the original home of Houston's Major League Baseball franchise, the Houston Colt .45s. Congrats to SABER for making this

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Optics vs. Infrastructure: Taylor Smith’s First DilemmaYour best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bleacher Report•1w

Manfred Defends Salary CapMLB commissioner uses Brewers vs. Rays World Series matchup as reason to push proposed change

climbingtalshill.com•1w

How should Astros solve their third base logjam when Carlos Correa returns?The Houston Astros have to move pieces around to accommodate Isaac Paredes and Carlos Correa at third base.

Bleacher Report•1w

Thrilling WS Game 1 🍿Highlights, storylines and reaction from Brewers 3-2 win over Rays 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Ranking Every Player in World Series 🔢A closer look at each hitter and pitcher on the Rays and Brewers ➡️

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Elephant Rumblings: Crucial Offseason Looms for the A’sMLB News Roundup

www.si.com•1w

Astros Could Soon Face a $200 Million Contract Decision

Bleacher Report•1w

Next MLB Players to Sign $200M Contracts 💰Assessing how Yordan Alvarez and Jeremy Peña are set to cash in over the coming years 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

World Series Predictions 🔮Full Rays vs. Brewers preview with both teams chasing first title ever 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Elephant Rumblings: Kotsay Staying Put?MLB news roundup

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Breaking down Astros' offseason options on the second base market, from expensive to cheapA lot of this offseason is the continuation of thought. Last time, we took a look at the wisdom of moving Jose Altuve into the primary DH position. In that scen

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros insider floats manager candidate that would infuriate the Angels (and we are here for it)The Houston Astros need a new manager. If they hire Albert Pujols for the job, it would certainly raise eyebrows and cause the Angels to throw a fit.

Latest MLB Rumors 👂

🗣️ Yankees leadership updates 👀 Phillies eyeing Japanese star 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•1w

Unbreakable World Series Records 🔒Seven accomplishments players can only dream of surpassing ➡️

Bleacher Report•1w

Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ Landing Spots 🛬Ranking where Cubs' top free agents could be headed this offseason 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Elephant Rumblings: Midweek UpdateMLB News Roundup

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

On New PBO Taylor Smith: What’s In A Number?Your best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bleacher Report•1w

Teruaki Sato Landing Spots📍Why the White Sox would be a terrific fit for the Japanese star 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Teams That Must Spend Big in Free Agency💰Breaking down why the Athletics need to make major investments this winter ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros Rumors: Houston appears to be circling top Brewers exec during search for new GMThe Houston Astros' search for a new general manager appears to be narrowing in focus, with Matt Kleine emerging as a top candidate.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Aaron Boone returning to Yankees shows how dire Astros' pre-lockout manager market really isWith Aaron Boone returning to the Yankees, the Houston Astros are already running out of options to replace Joe Espada.

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Elephant Rumblings: Welcome Aboard, Taylor Smith!MLB news roundup

Bleacher Report•1w

Updated MLB Postseason Picture 🏆And then there were two 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Qualifying Offer Rises 📈Price for this year's free agents is highest since system was implemented in 2012 (AP)

Bleacher Report•2w

Ranking Most Lopsided Trades in Recent MLB History 🔢Looking back on the move that the Astros capitalized on 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1w

It's time for Jim Crane to accept that the Astros need a rebuildThe golden era of Astros baseball was truly something special. Seven straight ALCS appearances, four World Series appearances and two World Series titles. It wa

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Athletics Hire Taylor Smith As Next President of Baseball OperationsWe have our guy

www.athleticsnation.com•1w

Elephant Rumblings: ALCS Game 6 Tonight; Still Waiting For A GMMLB news roundup

Bleacher Report•2w

A Possible Trade Made by Every Team This Offseason ⚾What the Athletics could do to bolster their roster ➡️

A's Hire Red Sox Exec

Athletics

@Athletics

Welcome to the Green & Gold, Taylor! We have named Taylor Smith as our President of Baseball Operations.

Billy the Kid 🐐

Houston Astros

@astros

H-Town Legend 🤘 Earlier this week, Billy Wagner was inducted into the @HC_HSA Hall of Fame alongside Houston sports legends JJ Watt and Brian Ching!

Bleacher Report•2w

FAs Who Need Change of Scenery 🔁8 MLB players who could develop into superstars on a new team

www.athleticsnation.com•2w

Let’s Hope The Next A’s GM and PBO Are WatchingYour best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Contract Predictions 🔮Projecting 10 biggest deals in free agency 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•2w

Elephant Rumblings: A’s Have A Lot To Learn From This Year’s PlayoffsMLB News Roundup

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Jose Altuve's future is the most delicate question of the Astros' offseasonThere are important questions every offseason. There are impactful questions every offseason. Yet, there is one question that is the most uncomfortable question

Bleacher Report•2w

Most Expensive Payrolls That Didn't Win World Series 🏆The teams that invested the most but failed to live up to expectations 📲

Bleacher Report•2w

Ranking Tarik Skubal's Top Landing Spots 🛬Where the two-time Cy Young Award winner could be headed in free agency 📲

climbingtalshill.com•2w

3 primary Joe Espada concerns Astros must consider as they seek their next managerI make no bones about the fact that I was not Joe Espada's biggest fan. That makes me somewhat different than most of the people around these parts. The common

Bleacher Report•2w

10 Most Expensive Memorabilia Sales of 2026 🤑It has been a eye-opening year for purchasing sports cards ➡️

www.athleticsnation.com•2w

Elephant Rumblings: A New Champion, Plus Gold Glove Nominees AnnouncedMLB news roundup

New Managerial Moves 👀

MLB insider Jon Heyman breaks down latest on Mattingly and Espada

New MLB Rumors 👂

🫨 Latest manager buzz 👀 Ohtani's postseason outlook 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•2w

Gold Glove Finalists RevealedPCA and Vladdy headline nominees. Full list here 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•2w

Elephant Rumblings: Midweek UpdateMLB News Roundup

Bleacher Report•2w

🚨 Astros Dismiss Joe EspadaHouston parting ways with manager after Wild Card exit

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Free Agents to Avoid ⚠️Buyer beware on these players hitting the market 📲

Bleacher Report•2w

Every MLB Team's Best Player Under 25 ⭐Assessing the Athletics' top young talent who can elevate the franchise ➡️

A's New Park Coming Together 👀

Athletics

@Athletics

Checking off another major milestone! This week, crews completed the installation of the third and tallest steel truss arch at our future ballpark 🤩

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros May Have Found Their Next Breakout Starting Pitcher in Ethan PeckoThe Astros rookie starter could be a big (and cost effective) boon to a rotation that has been ravaged by injuries for three straight seasons.

Bleacher Report•2w

M's Eyeing Astros Manager 😮Joe Espada to meet with division rival about managerial position (MLB.com)

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros appear to be moving on from Joe Espada as Mariners interview report sends clear signalIt is becoming evident that the Houston Astros will have a full regime change in 2027

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Offseason Predictions 🔮Early takes on big FA signings and trades to expect 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•2w

Elephant Rumblings: Vogt To The World Series? And When Will The A’s Pick Their GM?MLB news roundup

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros face a $20 million Christian Walker dilemma: Why trading him could make Houston betterThe Houston Astros have an important decision to make at first base.

Bleacher Report•2w

New Truths from NLCS, ALCS 🧐What we learned after Brewers take 2-0 lead, Guardians win Game 1 ➡️

Bleacher Report•2w

Family Bikes to 30 MLB Parks ❤️Dad and son covered nearly 10,000 miles to every team's stadium for charity 🎥

www.si.com•2w

How Allen-Dubon Deal is Today 🔍Astros shed salary in preseason trade 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Shea Langeliers could be one of the best hitters on the move ➡️

Bleacher Report•3w

MLB Postseason Winners/Losers 📊Biggest takeaways from first two rounds 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Fuld Rejection Offers Possible Clues To GM SearchYour best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Four Astros prospects who could impact the major league roster in 2027After another season riddled with injuries, the Astros need to look at some young players to step up into major league roles.

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Sam Fuld Turns Down Offer To Become Athletics’ President; Taylor Smith Viewed as “Top” CandidateCross one name off the list

Bleacher Report•3w

A's Eyeing Red Sox ExecAssistant GM Taylor Smith is top candidate for Athletics' head of baseball operations (Passan)

Bleacher Report•3w

Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Do the Astros have a catcher upgrade option on the trade market?Yainer Diaz' trade value may be highest right now, but can Astros really replace him on the expected trade market?

Bleacher Report•3w

10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the most unexpected triumphs ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Houston Astros may have found a superstar in the making with Xavier NeyensAstros prospect Xavier Neyens led minor league baseball in this key statistic, indicating future strong success

Bleacher Report•3w

New FA Rumors and PredictionsLanding spots for buzzing players 📲

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Elephant Rumblings: Friday MusingsMLB News Roundup

Bleacher Report•3w

Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw the Athletics needs to address in 2027 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros face Yainer Diaz dilemma: Is there really a better catcher available in free agency?Yainer's trade value may be it's best right now, but replacing him will be harder for the Astros than you think.

Bleacher Report•3w

Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Nationals should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Elephant Rumblings: GM List Grows With Four New CandidatesMLB news roundup

Bleacher Report•3w

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

climbingtalshill.com•3w

How long will the Astros make Joe Espada twist in the wind before deciding his future?The Astros' season ended over a week ago. There is no reason to delay announcing his future any further.

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Elephant Rumblings: Division Series and AFL UpdatesMLB News Roundup

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•3w

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Athletics will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros pending free agents: Who should stay, who should goIt's going to be a busy offseason for the Astros, who have a lot of decisions to make on their roster.

bleacherreport.com•3w

Build a World Series Champ 🎮Tap to play. Share your record in the comments ⬇️

climbingtalshill.com•3w

10 songs every angry Astros fan needs on their postseason rage playlistAstros fans, you have anger, rage, and frustration to get out of your body. These songs will help you.

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Elephant Rumblings: Johnson Undergoes Surgery; Back To The NL PlayoffsMLB news roundup

Bleacher Report•3w

Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢Where the Athletics' first-year players stand across the league 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros should move on from Christian Walker — Here’s who could replace himWalker has underwhelmed in two seasons in Houston and the team should move on. Here's how they could do it.

climbingtalshill.com•3w

What could life look like after Jeremy Pena for the Astros?Pena has established himself as the second-best player on the team behind Yordan Alvarez. Here are the potential plans for Houston if they move on from their A

Bleacher Report•4w

Players Who Were Worse Than You Think in 2026 ⚾Breaking down which Astro didn't perform as well as expected this year 📲

Bleacher Report•4w

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

Bleacher Report•4w

Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡6 deals that would make sense this offseason 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Should the Houston Astros trade Yainer Diaz? The catcher decision isn’t that simpleA new GM must weigh whether Diaz' positive bat will outweigh his negative defense, and if so, for how long?

www.athleticsnation.com•3w

Elephant Rumblings: AFL Begins; Still Waiting For A GMMLB news roundup

climbingtalshill.com•4w

How to rebuild the Astros pitching staff: who stays, who goes, new targetsPitching was the backbone of the Astros dynasty era, and the biggest reason for this season's failures.

climbingtalshill.com•4w

Espada isn't Dusty, but the numbers say he deserves to be Astros managerEspada was tasked to do far more with much less, and the numbers say he absolutely did.

Bleacher Report•4w

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

climbingtalshill.com•4w

Astros arbitration eligible players: who should stay and who should goThe Astros have a lot of decisions to make, and status quo is definitely not the way to go.

climbingtalshill.com•1mo

Four personnel decisions the Astros have to make this offseasonThe Houston Astros are at a crossroads, and hard decisions are coming this offseason.

Bleacher Report•1mo

ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

Bleacher Report•1mo

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1mo

Yordan Alvarez stayed healthy and put together an MVP season for the AstrosWhen you line up the competition, no one really compares with Yordan's 2026 season.

Bleacher Report•1mo

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

Bleacher Report•1mo

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

Bleacher Report•1mo

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of the Athletics' 2026 season 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1mo

Astros' Tatsuya Imai's $18M decision: money or happiness?Let's be real. If he were happy here or wanted to be here, Tatsuya Imai would have emphatically said he's opting in. He didn't say anything close to that.

Bleacher Report•1mo

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Where Cubs' top SP free agents could end up signing ➡️