MLB 2025: Key Trades and Signings Shake Up Team Starting Rotations
January 13, 2025
The Seattle Mariners, who had a stellar rotation last year, will continue to rely on Logan Gilbert and Luis Castillo, both of whom may be trade candidates.
The Miami Marlins are facing depth challenges in their rotation after trading Jesús Luzardo and losing Braxton Garrett to injury.
As teams prepare for the 2025 MLB season, predictions for each team's starting rotation reflect recent trades and signings.
The Oakland Athletics are looking to enhance their rotation with new signings Luis Severino and Jeffrey Springs after a challenging 2024 season.
The Milwaukee Brewers are optimistic about improving their starting rotation with a healthy Brandon Woodruff and the addition of Nestor Cortes.
In a significant move, the Philadelphia Phillies traded for Jesús Luzardo and are contemplating releasing Taijuan Walker, who had a disappointing season.
The Houston Astros are eyeing Max Scherzer to bolster their rotation following Justin Verlander's departure to the Giants.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are uncertain about Clayton Kershaw's return but maintain a strong rotation featuring Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell.
The New York Mets have strengthened their pitching staff by re-signing Sean Manaea and adding Frankie Montas, creating one of the deeper rotations in baseball.
The St. Louis Cardinals are preparing for a youth movement and may trade veterans like Sonny Gray and Miles Mikolas.
The Chicago Cubs are set to feature Shōta Imanaga and Justin Steele in their rotation, with Colin Rea added as a low-cost option.
Key free agents still available include Jack Flaherty, Max Scherzer, and Roki Sasaki, all of whom could significantly impact their new teams.
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Bleacher Report • Jan 13, 2025
Predicting Every MLB Team's 2025 Opening Day Starting Rotation, Version 2.0