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EVOLV Sports Management: A New Era in Baseball Representation

On May 1, 2026, Beverly Hills Sports Council and MVP Sports Group joined forces to establish EVOLV Sports Management, a groundbreaking athlete representation agency dedicated to shaping the future of professional baseball. This merger, which reunites industry veterans Danny Horwits and Dan Lozano, promises to deliver a robust platform for player advocacy and support.

For over two decades, Horwits and Lozano worked closely together, cultivating relationships with players and negotiating at the highest levels of the game. With a combined history that includes the representation of more than $6 billion in contracts and over 400 arbitration cases, the duo's decision to reunite represents not just a merger of firms but an amalgamation of their extensive experience and achievements.

"This is about harnessing our joint expertise, learning from our past endeavors, and offering our players unprecedented advantages moving forward," said Horwits.

The strengths of BHSC and MVP are numerous, and players like Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. are already benefitting. The newly formed EVOLV Sports Management agency operates with a philosophy that emphasizes trust and results, two elements paramount for successful player representation. Machado himself commented on the strength of the agency, stating,

"I've seen how this group operates behind the scenes, how they advocate for players and manage critical moments. It adds unparalleled strength and depth."

EVOLV kicks off its journey with an impressive history of record-setting contracts and exceptional market execution. Some of its notable past negotiations include significant deals for players such as:

• - Manny Machado: $350M for 11 years with the San Diego Padres
• - Fernando Tatis Jr.: $340M for 14 years with the San Diego Padres
• - Albert Pujols: $240M for 10 years with the Los Angeles Angels
• - Joey Votto: $225M for 10 years with the Cincinnati Reds
• - Yordan Álvarez: $115M for 6 years with the Houston Astros

Such impressive figures not only reflect the scale of the agency's ambition but also its unwavering ability to set benchmarks and deliver value across various stages of players' careers.

Among the most influential players represented by the combined agencies are legends such as Barry Bonds, Mike Piazza, and Bobby Bonilla. Additionally, EVOLV aims to expand its roster by nurturing emerging talents like Sal Stewart and Bryce Eldridge, ensuring a continuous pipeline of skilled athletes ready to make their mark in the sport.

Current clients like Kirby Yates and Tanner Scott emphasize the advantages of this merger. Yates explained,

"Our clients will benefit from the combined experience, relationships, and resources all under one roof. That’s a game-changer for players."

EVOLV's structure incorporates eight integrated departments designed to provide a wide range of services including contract negotiation, salary arbitration, draft preparation, personal branding, and international representation, ensuring a holistic approach to athlete management. Each aspect of a player's career is meticulously connected, from contract negotiations to content creation, all underpinned by innovative strategies and data analytics.

With a clear focus on evolving the agency's reach into global markets and enhancing player representation, EVOLV embodies growth, constant progression, and the promise of building something stronger at every step. The agency is poised to redefine what it means to stand by athletes in professional sports.

Together, BHSC and MVP have embarked on a new journey, equipped to take on the rapidly changing landscape of baseball representation, creating a platform replete with resources, trust, and unparalleled expertise for its players.