Ten MLB Trades and Signings of the 2024 Offseason So Far
We’re about halfway through the MLB offseason, and there have already been some massive trades and signings. In this article, I’ll go over the biggest moves, show some videos, break down how good these players are on the field (Skill Rating) and how they act around their teammates and competitors (Attitude Rating). Both are rated out of 5 stars. Don’t worry, at the end of the offseason I will sum up the biggest trades. I just want to get you all informed about some very important trades at this half way point which could impact the entire MLB.
1. Juan Soto
From: New York Yankees
To: New York Mets
Contract: 15 years, $765 million
Skill Rating: 5/5
Juan Soto is one of the best hitters in baseball. He’s got crazy power and rarely swings at bad pitches.
Attitude Rating: 2.5/5
Soto is very serious about baseball and works hard, but sometimes he gets frustrated with his teammates and especially his competitors. Also, he did not defer any of his money to the Mets, which would get them more money for more players.
Time: 15 years
The Mets are putting a ton of trust (and money) into Soto to lead their team for a long time.
2. Gleyber Torres
From: New York Yankees
To: Detroit Tigers
Contract: 1 year, $15 million
Skill Rating: 4/5
Torres is a solid infielder who can hit for power and get on base pretty often.
Attitude Rating: 4/5
He’s usually a good teammate, but there have been times people wondered if he was fully focused on the game.
Time: 1 year
The Tigers are hoping Torres can have a great season
3. Willy Adames
From: Milwaukee Brewers
To: San Francisco Giants
Contract: 7 years, $182 million
Skill Rating: 4.5/5
Adames is one of the best defensive shortstops in baseball and has a strong bat too.
Attitude Rating: 5/5
He’s known for being super positive, funny, and bringing energy to the team. Everyone loves having him in the clubhouse.
Time: 7 years
The Giants made a great move by signing Adames. He’ll help on the field and keep team spirits high.
4. Paul Goldschmidt
From: St. Louis Cardinals
To: New York Yankees
Contract: 1 year, $12.5 million
Skill Rating: 4/5
Goldschmidt isn’t quite as good as he used to be, but he’s still a strong hitter and great defender at first base.
Attitude Rating: 5/5
He’s one of the most respected players in baseball. Goldschmidt leads by example and helps younger players improve.
Time: 1 year
The Yankees added a great veteran who knows how to win.
5. Christian Walker
From: Arizona Diamondbacks
To: Houston Astros
Contract: 3 years, $60 million
Skill Rating: 4/5
Walker is a consistent power hitter and great defensive first baseman.
Attitude Rating: 3.8/5
He’s focused, but he’s more of a quiet leader than someone who’s always talking in the dugout.
Time: 3 years
The Astros are getting a fine player who will make a difference on both offense and defense. nd defense.
6. Michael Conforto
From: San Francisco Giants
To: Los Angeles Dodgers
Contract: 1 year, $17 million
Skill Rating: 2.5/5
Conforto has had some great seasons, but injuries have made it hard for him to stay at his best.
Attitude Rating: 4/5
He’s a good teammate and works hard, even if he’s kind of shy.
Time: 1 year
The Dodgers are taking a bit of a gamble, hoping Conforto can bounce back this year.
7. Blake Snell
From: San Francisco Giants
To: Los Angeles Dodgers
Contract: 5 years, $182 million
Skill Rating: 4.5/5
When Snell is locked in, he’s one of the best pitchers in the league. His stuff is nasty.
Attitude Rating: 4.5/5
Snell is super competitive, funny (you have to see his cleats), and works hard, but sometimes he gets frustrated when things aren’t going well.
Time: 5 years
If Snell can stay healthy, he’ll be a huge addition to the Dodgers' pitching rotation.
8. Cody Bellinger
From: Chicago Cubs
To: New York Yankees
Contract: 2 year, $52.5 million (second year is a player option)
Skill Rating: 4/5
When Cody Bellinger can get in the rhythm, he is always a great hitter and fielder, even though he is not the best as he used to be.
Attitude Rating: 5/5
Cody always high fives his teammates and loves to have fun on the field
Time: Possibly 2 years
If Cody Bellinger keeps his bat on, and stays agile in the field, he will be a great lefty contributor to the Yanks.
9. Kyle Tucker
From: Houston Astros
To: Chicago Cubs
Contract: 1 year, $16 million
Skill Rating: 5/5
He can crush the ball, and also excel in the outfield.
Attitude Rating: 4.5/5
He is very supportive and positive to his teammates.
Time: 1 year
Kyle Tucker will be a great addition to the Cubs as a great lefty hitter, and in keeping the Cubs outfield strong.
10. Teoscar Hernandez
From: Los Angeles Dodgers
To: Los Angeles Dodgers (they resigned him)
Contract: 3 years, $66 million
Skill Rating: 4.3/5
He has a great arm in left field and can come through in clutch moments. He also won the 2024 Home Run Derby.
Attitude Rating: 5/5
Teoscar is an amazing teammate who always celebrates a team homer by throwing sunflower seeds on them. He always has a smile on his face and is best friends with everyone.
Time: 3 years
Teoscar Hernandez (as before) will always cheer on and make this Dodger team even better.
Best Moves of the Offseason So Far
Biggest Signing: Juan Soto (Mets) – He’s one of the best hitters in baseball, and the Mets are paying him like it.
Best Value Deal: Christian Walker (Astros) – Solid player for a reasonable price.
Best Pitcher: Blake Snell (Dodgers) – If he stays healthy, he’ll dominate.
Best Clubhouse Leader: Willy Adames (Giants) – Great talent and great teammate.