MLB Free Agency FINALLY Heating Up! Bob Nightengale on Tucker, Bellinger, and a Possible Work Stoppage
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MLB Free Agency FINALLY Heating Up! Bob Nightengale on Tucker, Bellinger, and a Possible Work Stoppage
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USA Today MLB columnist Bob Nightengale joins the Sportsnot interview to discuss the slow MLB offseason, predicting a "flurry of activity" soon. Nightengale shares his thoughts on the best offseason moves so far (Orioles, Blue Jays, Dodgers) and when the remaining top free agents like Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger, Framer Valdez, and Zack Gallen might sign. He also discusses the likelihood of a work stoppage in 2027.
Chapters:
0:21 – Bob Nightengale joins; slow MLB offseason explained
0:44 – Relievers signed fast; big position players & starters still available
1:05 – Teams that improved most: Orioles (Pete Alonso), Blue Jays, Cubs, Dodgers (Edwin Diaz)
1:32 – Quiet big spenders (Phillies, Yankees, Mets) expected to move soon
1:59 – Alex Bregman started the dominoes; next: Kyle Tucker this week
2:15 – Then Bellinger, Framber Valdez, Zach Gallen likely soon after
2:36 – Most big free agents should sign before spring training (mid-February)
3:00 – Bo Bichette: Phillies lead, but Red Sox, Blue Jays, Dodgers as possible sleeper
3:41 – 2027 work stoppage probable (Dec 2026 start) due to salary cap fight + TV/revenue issues
5:19 – Stoppage likely short; sport is too profitable right now
10:00 – Wrap-up & thanks