The Polar Bear has landed in Baltimore 🐻‍❄️⚾

Pete Alonso — one of baseball’s most feared power hitters — is officially bringing his thunder to Camden Yards, and the Orioles just changed the conversation in the American League.

Nicknamed “The Polar Bear” for his size, strength, and icy clutch moments, Alonso’s arrival signals a new era for Baltimore baseball. From jaw-dropping home runs to a lineup presence that demands respect, this move reshapes the Orioles’ offense overnight.

In this video, we break down:

Why Pete Alonso is a perfect fit in Baltimore

What his power means for Camden Yards

How the Polar Bear elevates the Orioles’ playoff ceiling

What comes next for this new-look lineup

Strap in — things just got colder for opposing pitchers 🥶🔥

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The Winter Meetings are over, but the MLB offseason might just be getting started. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down how Kyle Schwarber’s signing shifted the entire market — including whether Pete Alonso’s market changed and how close he is to meeting with the Red Sox.

They also dive into the growing Ketel Marte trade buzz around Boston, how available Marte actually is, and whether the Red Sox are positioned as the most aggressive suitor.

Plus: the Orioles’ surprising interest in Edward Cabrera, and whether Baltimore could strike again after an already busy offseason.

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Day 2 was NOT dull. Kyle Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Díaz to the Dodgers. The relief market popped, the bat market clarified, and a bunch of clubs pivoted at once. We break down ripple effects for Bellinger/Alonso/Tucker, where the Pirates go next, how the Mets recover, the Yankees’ pitching/bat lane, Red Sox big-bat options, Jays’ bullpen plan, Cardinals trade chips, Angels reality check, Orioles shopping list, Rangers housekeeping, that Padres “big trade” rumor, a White Sox/Teel sanity check, and late-breaking Mets offer details.

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Robert Murray has arrived at the Winter Meetings, and the MLB rumor mill is already spinning. Adam Weinrib and Robert break down the early buzz — including the surprising Zac Gallen–Cubs rumor, what the vibe was like on Day 1, and which teams are preparing to strike first.

They also discuss the latest on Kyle Schwarber, after reports of a $100M+ Pirates offer surfaced in Ken Rosenthal’s column. Does that put pressure on the front-runners, or is the market still wide open?

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Robert Murray takes the reins solo for today’s Baseball Insider! He breaks down everything from Kyle Tucker’s visit with the Blue Jays to the Red Sox–Pirates trade and what it signals for Pittsburgh’s next steps. Plus: the Cubs’ connection to Alex Bregman, what the Twins plan to do with Joe Ryan, and a fan-powered Q&A to wrap it all up. Packed show, tons of insight—don’t miss it.

Who’s preparing to make a splash? Which teams are lurking on big trades? Which free agents might go off the board first? And how aggressive should we expect contenders — and pretenders — to be once the doors open in Orlando?

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The Mets keep spending — and the bullpen keeps growing. Devin Williams signs with New York as the Mets prepare for a “Trumpets Reunion” with Edwin Díaz, while still exploring more bullpen upgrades. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down the move, what it means for the Mets’ payroll, and who could challenge them for the top relief arms.

They also cover the Kyle Schwarber market, which could move before the Winter Meetings wrap, and the surprising teams rumored for Ketel Marte — the Red Sox, Rays, and Tigers. Plus: could the Twins actually trade Joe Ryan or Pablo López to cut costs?

With the rumor mill oddly quiet, we kick off your Winter Meetings trade primer: five prospects most likely to headline packages—Spencer Jones (Yankees), Cam Caminiti (Braves), Enrique Bradfield Jr. (Orioles), Jacob Melton (Astros), and a Red Sox OF from their surplus. We cover why meetings spark negotiations more than signings, how Boras timelines shape the week, Rule 5 watch, and realistic trade fits (Cabrera/Marlins, SP targets, catcher help).

Plus: quick Hall of Fame note and an Anthony Rendón contract postscript.

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The Toronto Blue Jays just blew up the offseason by signing Dylan Cease to a massive 7-year, $210M deal, completely resetting the starting pitching market ahead of the Winter Meetings. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down how this shapes the SP landscape, who’s in on Imai, and which teams are now scrambling for arms.

They also cover the Orioles’ signing of Ryan Helsley (2 years, $28M), dig into the rumored Juan Soto–Francisco Lindor “chilly” relationship, and discuss Jeff Passan’s Threads hint that Brendan Donovan could be on the move.