We’re getting closer to finding out who will take home this season’s five major end-of-season awards from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America -- including a brand new one. The 2026 finalists for the Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Awards, the Manager of the Year Awards, the Cy Young

There's no debate about the top pitcher (and overall player) in the current free-agent crop. That's Tarik Skubal, and it's not particularly close. But it's a different story in this year's market for hitters. While the four previous free-agent classes were headlined by Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto and

Eight players were tendered a qualifying offer (a one-year, $23.15 million deal for 2027) prior to Monday’s deadline. Those players have until 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 17 to accept. Players who accept qualifying offers are signed with their teams for the next season at the designated value. Those who

MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding free agent Tarik Skubal.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced the Contemporary Baseball Era ballot for managers, executives and umpires on Monday, and the list of individuals up for election is a who’s who of managers and executives who made significant contributions to the game dating back to the late 20th century. A

It is awards season in Major League Baseball, and on Monday night, we learned the three finalists for each of the five major awards handed out by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America (BBWAA): Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, Relief Pitcher of the Year (a new addition

NEW YORK -- The Yankees can picture a bullpen that would again be anchored by right-handed closer David Bednar, who received a qualifying offer from the club ahead of Monday’s 5 p.m. ET deadline: a one-year deal valued at $23.15 million. They did not extend the same offer to second

BALTIMORE -- Two longtime Orioles players have become free agents for the first time. First baseman Ryan Mountcastle's 2027 team option worth $7.5 million was declined on Monday evening, while outfielder Heston Kjerstad cleared waivers and was outrighted. Kjerstad -- along with catcher Yohel Pozo and right-hander Yosver Zulueta, who

Free agent Brandon Lowe was a finalist for an NL Gold Glove Award at second base for his work with the Pirates in 2026, along with winner Brice Turang and JJ Wetherholt, two of the more elite defenders in baseball. It almost doesn't matter that he didn't win. Simply to

DETROIT -- Kenley Jansen’s quest to join the 500-saves club will have to continue with another team. The Tigers declined their $12 million option on the legendary closer, paying a $2 million buyout and making the 39-year-old right-hander a free agent. The Tigers picked up their $10 million option on

MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers picked up World Series MVP William Contreras’ club option for 2027 and extended a qualifying offer to NLCS MVP Jake Bauers amid a flurry of roster moves on Monday as baseball’s offseason kicked into high gear. Picking up Contreras’ $15.5 million club option came as little

CHICAGO -- As Pete Crow-Armstrong headed into his offseason, following one of the great singular seasons in the long history of the Cubs, the center fielder has had people in his life away from the field ask how he has processed all that took place this year. Crow-Armstrong has found

HOUSTON -- The Astros on Monday exercised the $13.35 million club option for next season for third baseman Isaac Paredes, who finished second on the team behind American League Most Valuable Player finalist Yordan Alvarez in bWAR last season. The option will become a mutual option if Paredes finishes in

Here's a quick rundown of the latest MLB rumors and free-agent news.

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MILWAUKEE – After spending the past week taking the Commissioner’s Trophy on a tour from St. Petersburg to Milwaukee to Studio 8H at Rockefeller Center in New York City, it’s time for the Brewers to begin hauling home some hardware for themselves. When the Baseball Writers’ Association of America unveiled

LOS ANGELES -- Injuries might have spelled a disappointing end to his year, but Shohei Ohtani still put together a season to remember. Ohtani was named a finalist for the 2026 National League Most Valuable Player Award, as voted on by the Baseball Writers' Association of America and announced on

The 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners were announced Sunday, and for the second year in a row, there was almost a whole team’s worth of first-time winners. Just like in 2025, nine players took home their first Gold Gloves this year. The D-backs and Red Sox, meanwhile, tied for

CHICAGO – When the Cubs were dealing with a wave of injuries and issues to their bullpen in the middle of this season, Jacob Webb helped calm the situation. The veteran even found his way into the closer’s role for an extended period of time for the North Siders. On

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SAN DIEGO -- The Padres have extended a qualifying offer to left-hander Adrian Morejon ahead of Monday’s deadline to do so. The move was something of a formality, with Morejon, 27, set to hit free agency in his prime as perhaps the top reliever available. He will have until Nov.

With the 2026 season behind us and the Hot Stove ready to burn, we're taking a closer look at some of the most prominent players eligible for free agency. Name: Freddy Peralta Position: Right-handed pitcher Team: Tampa Bay Rays Age (as of Opening Day 2027): 30 2026 stats: 10-11, 4.42

TORONTO -- The Blue Jays have declined their $8 million club option on outfielder Myles Straw, the first necessary decision as the offseason officially begins and free agency opens. Straw’s deal included a $1.75 million buyout, which will be covered by the cash considerations sent over from the Guardians in

The World Series is over but important reps are being taken for a number of prospects this offseason in winter ball. Nine players on MLB Pipeline's Top 100 Prospects list have been making noise along with some other up-and-comers during the first few weeks of game action. Additionally, Tigres del

ST. PETERSBURG -- A busy awards week hasn’t always followed the best seasons in Rays history. This year is going to be different. The Rays have three finalists for the major awards handed out by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America, as it was revealed Monday night on MLB Network.