MLB in brief: The Astros should be listening | The Twins looking for starters

The Astros should be listening

To what extent would they benefit from listening to offers from other teams (including for their pitchers)?

There’s no indication that the Astros are seriously considering trading any of their established major league talent, but not listening to what other clubs offer would be negligent. One name makes more sense than others – https://t.co/a58ubVMTbv

— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) November 30, 2023

Two Marlins pitchers in the hot seat

Trevor Rogers and Edward Cabrera are generating interest across the league.

The Twins looking for starters

They will continue their research throughout the off-season.

Should Pete Alonso stay with the Mets?

For Darryl Strawberry, the question does not even arise: yes.

Techniques for a larger crowd

Tropicana Field wants to ensure growth in the number of fans in its stands with $10 tickets.

ICYMI:

After a strong bump in attendance last season, #Rays will again offer $10 tickets to all games, and are pushing weeknight starts back slightly, at 6:50. Here’s some of the why:https://t.co/znzl4xJ3fU

— Marc Topkin (@TBTimes_Rays) November 30, 2023

The Rangers, organization of the year

Baseball America awards its No. 1 award to World Series champions.

The Rangers also have a long way to go during the off-season, according to Ken Rosenthal.

Latest notes:

*Rangers’ uncertainty in free agency

*Yankees’ payroll reality

*White Sox’s strategy with Cease

*Marlins’ decision on whether to trade a starter

*Mariners’ search for offense

*Morehttps://t.co/kNMWVzCPIm

— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) November 30, 2023