MLB Offseason Report Card: Orioles Ace, Red Sox Flunk, Dodgers Dominate
March 14, 2024The Baltimore Orioles secured an A- grade for their offseason acquisitions, notably Corbin Burnes and Craig Kimbrel.
The Boston Red Sox were handed an F for their offseason performance, highlighted by trading away Chris Sale.
The Kansas City Royals topped the AL Central with an A+ for significant additions, contrasting the Minnesota Twins who received a D- after losing key players.
In the AL West, the Houston Astros earned a B+ for adding Josh Hader, while the Oakland Athletics were rated an F for questionable signings.
The Atlanta Braves received an A+ in the NL East for retaining and adding impactful players, while the Miami Marlins' lack of significant moves resulted in an F.
The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals scored a B and B+ respectively in the NL Central, recognized for strategic moves.
The Los Angeles Dodgers dominated the NL West with major acquisitions, earning an A+ for their offseason efforts.
Overall, the grading of MLB teams' offseason moves reflects a clear divide between teams making strategic additions and those that either lost talent or made questionable decisions.
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Bleacher Report • Mar 14, 2024
Each MLB Team's 23-24 Offseason Report Card Grade