The MLB offseason grades 1.0 by Tim Britton, Grant Brisbee, and Aaron Gleeman from The Athletic have been re-evaluated by the authors in this report. The grading scale is based on key additions, key departures, and whether teams addressed their largest needs. The report covers each team’s offseason moves and the impact on their overall grade.
The Diamondbacks had one of the tidiest offseasons, addressing their need for a reliable starting pitcher with Eduardo Rodriguez and adding power from Joc Pederson and Eugenio Suárez. They also re-signed Lourdes Gurriel Jr., improving their roster in key areas. The authors gave them a grade of B for their efforts.
The Braves had a busy offseason, making multiple trades and signings to bolster their roster. They acquired Jarred Kelenic and Chris Sale, making high-ceiling plays to improve their starting depth. The authors gave them a grade of C for their moves.
The Orioles made a splash by trading for Corbin Burnes and addressing their need for a frontline starting pitcher. They also added depth to their rotation and bullpen, setting themselves up for potential success in the AL East. The authors gave them a grade of A for their efforts.
The Red Sox had a confusing offseason, adding Lucas Giolito but losing Chris Sale to injury. They made some solid signings but left some key areas unaddressed, resulting in a grade of D from the authors.
The Cubs had a successful offseason, re-signing Cody Bellinger and making several other solid moves. They added depth to their pitching staff and lineup, setting themselves up for a competitive season. The authors gave them a grade of B for their efforts.
The White Sox had a disjointed offseason, making some interesting moves but not fully committing to a rebuild. They made several minor trades and signings but failed to address their biggest needs, resulting in a grade of C from the authors.
