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31-07-2025
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Former Tennessee baseball players traded ahead of 2025 MLB deadline
Two former Vols were traded on Wednesday ahead of Major League Baseball's trade deadline. Drew Gilbert and Blade Tidwell were traded from the Mets to San Francisco for right-handed pitcher Tyler Rogers. 'The Giants are getting Jose Butto, Blade Tidwell and Drew Gilbert for Rogers,' Joel Sherman of the New York Post announced. MLB's trade deadline is Thursday at 6 p.m. EDT. Tidwell (13-5) played for the Vols from 2021-22, appearing in 31 games (27 starts). He recorded 141 strikeouts and a 3.53 ERA, while leading all Tennessee pitchers with 18 starts as a true freshman in 2021. Gilbert played at Tennessee from 2020-22. He appeared in 141 games, including 134 starts, as a hitter. Gilbert (2-0) also appeared in 11 contests as a relief pitcher. He recorded a .314 batting average, 22 home runs, 140 RBIs and 116 runs with the Vols. More: Blade Tidwell makes first MLB career relief appearance Follow Vols Wire on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). This article originally appeared on Vols Wire: Former Vols traded ahead of 2025 MLB deadline
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31-07-2025
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Drew Gilbert's MLB debut projection with Giants after trade
A pair of former Vols were at the center of a trade in Major League Baseball on Wednesday. The MLB trade deadline is scheduled for Thursday at 6 p.m. EDT. The Mets traded former Tennessee pitcher Blade Tidwell and former Vol outfielder Drew Gilbert to San Francisco in exchange for relief pitcher Tyler Rogers. Tidwell and Gilbert join former Vols Gavin Kilen and Maui Ahuna in the Giants' organization. Following Wednesday's trade, San Francisco joins the Twins and Angels with the most former Vols in one organization with four each. updated its prospect rankings for the Giants after their trade was announced. Below is a look at where Tidwell and Gilbert are ranked as prospects for San Francisco. More: Former Tennessee baseball pitchers start at Fenway Park Blade Tidwell Tidwell (13-5) played for the Vols from 2021-22, appearing in 31 games (27 starts). He recorded 141 strikeouts and a 3.53 ERA, while leading all Tennessee pitchers with 18 starts as a true freshman in 2021. Prospect ranking: No. 12 Expected debut: 2025 Drew Gilbert Gilbert played at Tennessee from 2020-22. He appeared in 141 games, including 134 starts, as a hitter. Gilbert (2-0) also appeared in 11 contests as a relief pitcher. He recorded a .314 batting average, 22 home runs, 140 RBIs and 116 runs with the Vols. Prospect ranking: No. 13 Expected debut: 2025 Follow Vols Wire on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). This article originally appeared on Vols Wire: Drew Gilbert's updated MLB debut projection after Giants-Mets trade
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30-07-2025
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Top prospects New York Mets must trade at 2025 MLB trade deadline
The post Top prospects New York Mets must trade at 2025 MLB trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints. The New York Mets are looking to make moves at the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline. New York sits atop the National League East at this time. The Amazins are one of the best teams in baseball. And they look like a potential World Series contender as MLB enters its final few months. All this said, the Mets have work to do. New York is first place in the NL East, as mentioned. However, they only own a half-game lead over the Philidelphia Phillies. They are on a six-game winning streak, but the thin lead in the division means they aren't in a comfortable position. New York is not in danger of missing out on the postseason. At least, not as things stand. They should experience October baseball once again this year. After making the National League Championship Series in 2024, they hope to go on a similar run this fall. To make this happen, the Mets may need to swing some trades over the next few days. New York can address a few areas of need this week. And with that in mind, here are two prospects the Mets should consider trading at the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline. Blade Tidwell may be MLB ready The Mets drafted Blade Tidwell in the second round of the 2023 MLB Draft. He has risen through the minor league ranks over the years. And in 2025, he made his major league debut. It was an up-and-down time in the majors, though, and he has since returned to minor leagues. Tidwell doesn't throw for impressive velocity. But he has a solid fastball that sits around 94-96 miles an hour. He combines this fastball with a plus slider that can miss bats. His other pitches include a sweeper, cutter, and a sinker. Again, Tidwell won't blow hitters away. However, the movement on a lot of his pitches can tie hitters into a pretzel. Given that Tidwell has reached the majors, he could be an attractive option for MLB Trade Deadline sellers. He could work as a solid mid-to-back-end rotation piece in a few years. His pitch arsenal could also play as a high-leverage reliever. There is a lot a rebuilding team can work with if they swing a trade for this Mets prospect. Jesus Baez is a potential Mets trade candidate The Mets signed Jesus Baez out of the Dominican Republic in 2022. He wasn't heralded as one of the team's more impressive signings at the time. However, he has proven himself in the minor leagues, and he could be an intriguing trade candidate as the MLB Trade Deadline nears. Baez's power has broken through as of late. He improved his exit velocity to around 105 MPH at the age of 19. He can make adjustments when down in the count. And he flashes the ability to pull the ball well while also lifting it into the air. He has some decent speed to his game, as well. But he may never be an elite baserunner. Especially after a recent knee injury. He can see time at shortstop and third base if he reaches the majors. His power tool gives him a chance to be a valuable player at the major league level. If a team is willing to be patient, the Mets could dangle him as a trade candidate over the next few days. Related: MLB rumors: What White Sox are demanding from Mets for Luis Robert Jr. Related: Pete Alonso takes down Giants with game-ending grab
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30-07-2025
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Mets trading for Giants reliever Tyler Rogers: report
The Mets are trading for Giants right-handed reliever Tyler Rogers, per multiple reports. In exchange for Rogers, the Mets are sending right-handed pitcher Blade Tidwell, outfielder Drew Gilbert, and Jose Butto to San Francisco. A submariner with one of the nastiest sinkers in baseball, Rogers has been dominant this season. In 50.0 innings across 53 games, Rogers has a 1.80 ERA (2.60 FIP) and 0.86 WHIP with 38 strikeouts. Rogers, who is a free agent after the season, has been one of the best and most reliable relievers in baseball since making his debut in 2019. His advanced stats this season are incredibly impressive, including his barrel percentage (100th percentile), xERA (99th percentile), average exit velocity (99th percentile), walk percentage (99th percentile), ground ball percentage (99th percentile), and hard hit percentage (94th percentile). Over seven seasons -- all with San Francisco -- he has a 2.79 ERA (3.31 FIP) and 1.09 WHIP in 396.2 innings. Rogers is the second late-inning reliever the Mets have acquired in the last week -- it follows their acquisition of Orioles left-hander Gregory Soto. With Rogers and Soto now on board, the Mets have seriously strengthened the bridge to closer Edwin Diaz. In addition to Rogers and Soto, Reed Garrett, Ryne Stanek, and Brooks Raley will all be counted on to contribute in the late innings down the stretch and into October.
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08-07-2025
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Former Vols by the numbers in 2025 MLB Week 15
Week 15 of the 2025 MLB season has concluded. Seven former Vols began the week in MLB: Jordan Beck (Colorado), Garrett Crochet (Boston) and Seth Halvorsen (Colorado), Chase Dollander (Colorado), Christian Moore (Angels) and Blade Tidwell (Mets) and Chase Burns (Cincinnati). Advertisement Moore sustained a left thumb sprain in an attempt to field a ground ball at Atlanta on July 2. He was placed on a 10-day injured list July 3 and could return July 13. Tidwell was optioned to Triple-A on July 3 despite earning his first career win against the Brewers on July 2. More: Three former Tennessee pitchers make MLB starts on same day Below are performances from former Vols during Week 15 of the 2025 MLB season. Blade Tidwell Blade Tidwell Tidwell (13-5) played for the Vols from 2021-22, appearing in 31 games (27 starts). He recorded 141 strikeouts and a 3.53 ERA, while leading all Tennessee pitchers with 18 starts as a true freshman in 2021. Advertisement Games: One Innings pitched: 4.1 Total pitches: 80 Strikeouts: Three Hits allowed: Five Earned runs: Three Walks allowed: Two Christian Moore Christian Moore Moore played at Tennessee from 2022-24 and appeared in 186 games, totaling 61 home runs, 160 RBIs and 179 runs. He recorded a .375 batting average, 34 home runs, 74 RBIs, 83 runs and 38 walks in 72 games during Tennessee's 2024 national championship season. Games: Two Walks: Two Jordan Beck Jordan Beck Beck played at Tennessee from 2020-22. He recorded 18 home runs, 61 RBIs, 70 runs, 75 hits, 15 doubles, three triples, 37 walks and six stolen bases in 66 games during the Vols' SEC championship season in 2022. Advertisement Games: Six Hits: Eight Singles: Six Doubles: Two Home runs: Zero Runs: Two RBIs: Three Chase Dollander Chase Dollander Dollander (17-6) appeared in 33 games, including 31 starts, from 2022-23 at Tennessee. He recorded 228 strikeouts, one complete game and a .364 ERA in 168 innings pitched during his Tennessee career. Games: Two Innings pitched: 6.1 Total pitches: 161 Strikeouts: Three Hits allowed: 12 Earned runs: Nine Walks allowed: Six Garrett Crochet Garrett Crochet Crochet (10-9) played for the Vols from 2018-20, appearing in 36 games. He totaled 149 strikeouts during his career at Tennessee. Games: Two Innings pitched: 11 Total pitches: 187 Advertisement Strikeouts: 16 Hits allowed: 16 Earned runs: Six Walks allowed: Three Seth Halvorsen Seth Halvorsen Halvorsen played at Tennessee from 2022-23. He did not play in 2022 due to injury. Halvorsen (3-3) appeared in 25 games, including one start, for the Vols in 2023, totaling 52 strikeouts and a 3.81 ERA in 52 innings. Games: Two Innings pitched: 2.1 Total pitches: 38 Strikeouts: One Hits allowed: Three Earned runs: One Walks allowed: One Chase Burns Chase Burns Burns (13-5) played at Tennessee from 2022-23. In 35 games (22 starts), he totaled a 3.54 ERA, 217 strikeouts and two saves in 152.1 innings. Games: Two Innings pitched: Five Total pitches: 124 Advertisement Strikeouts: Seven Hits allowed: Seven Earned runs: Six Walks allowed: Six Follow Vols Wire on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). This article originally appeared on Vols Wire: Former Vols by the numbers in Week 15 of 2025 MLB season
