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Cubs, Bregman agree to 5-year, $175M deal (source)

January 10, 2026

CHICAGO -- The Cubs have attempted to bring Alex Bregman into the fold via free agency in each of the past two offseasons, hoping to bring his revered leadership, impact bat and strong glove to a team trying to make the postseason an annual event. On Saturday night, the North

Bichette to meet with Phillies; Yankees' interest intensifying (reports)

8:15 AM EST

MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Bo Bichette.

Cubs reach deal with Bregman (source)

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MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Alex Bregman.

Here's how Bregman's Cubs deal might ripple throughout market

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On the heels of Alex Bregman agreeing to terms with the Cubs according to a source, we asked MLB Insider Mark Feinsand to examine the impact of this deal on the free-agent and trade markets.

Who will drive the free-agent market? Top 30 names to watch

January 10, 2026

Back in August, we took an early look at this year’s free-agent class, identifying 10 players who will likely draw plenty of attention this winter. Following the postseason, we expanded the list to 30, and we are tracking their destinations as they select teams for 2026.

All of the 2025-2026 free agents, position by position

January 10, 2026

Here is a breakdown of the 2025-26 free-agent class. Players are grouped by position and ranked by their FanGraphs WAR total across 2024-25. Each player's 2026 seasonal age is included in parentheses next to his name. ^Declined qualifying offer (players had until 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 18 to accept).

Tracking every team's offseason moves

January 10, 2026

We're keeping track of the free agents for every team, as well as their notable acquisitions and subtractions, during the 2025-26 offseason. Jump to: AL East | AL Central | AL West | NL East | NL Central | NL West

Are Mets in the best position to trade for Peralta?

LATEST FREE AGENT & TRADE RUMORS
January 10, 2026

We're keeping track of all the latest free agent and trade rumors.

Are Yankees now out of the running for Bellinger?

January 10, 2026

MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Cody Bellinger.

Will Bregman return to Red Sox? 'The ball is in his court'

January 10, 2026

BOSTON -- For the second consecutive winter, Alex Bregman was a hot topic at Fenway Fest without actually being there. As Red Sox players and coaches scattered around Fenway Park and surrounding locations and interacted with fans at the annual feel-good event on Saturday, one topic couldn’t be avoided.

Braves make another addition to 'pen, reuniting with Kinley

January 10, 2026

ATLANTA -- The Braves’ decision to decline Tyler Kinley’s $5.5 million option in November proved to be a sound financial decision. Kinley reunited with the Braves on Saturday when he agreed to a one-year, $4.25 million deal. The right-handed reliever will draw a $3 million salary in 2026; his $5.5

Veteran reliever Stanek agrees to deal with Cardinals (source)

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January 10, 2026

ST. LOUIS -- The Cardinals continued adding veteran presence to their bullpen -- long a mission of new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom this winter -- when they agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract, including a $6 million club option for 2027, with free-agent reliever Ryne Stanek on

D-backs ease outfield glut, deal McCarthy to Rockies for pitching prospect

January 10, 2026

Heading into the offseason, it was expected that Arizona would deal either Jake McCarthy or Alek Thomas, as both were left-handed hitters in an already crowded outfield. On Saturday, McCarthy was the one to go, dealt to the Rockies in exchange for Minor League right-hander Josh Grosz.

Rockies add outfield depth by acquiring McCarthy from D-backs

January 10, 2026

DENVER -- The Rockies added speed and versatility to the outfield by acquiring Jake McCarthy from the Diamondbacks for Minor League right-hander Josh Grosz on Saturday morning. The left-handed-hitting McCarthy, 28, slashed .260/.324/.381 with 24 home runs and 83 steals across five seasons with the D-backs. On Thursday he avoided

Latest D-backs injuries & transactions

January 10, 2026

Make sure you bookmark this page because it will be updated throughout the offseason with the latest D-backs injury news and transactions. Players on the 60-day injured list must be added back to the 40-man roster after the World Series.

Latest Rockies injuries & transactions

January 10, 2026

This page will be updated throughout the offseason with all the latest Rockies injury news and transactions.

Picking potential landing spots for top remaining free agents

January 9, 2026

It’s a lot of fun Photoshopping new uniforms on popular players this time of year, but there’s also something to be said for stability. This offseason, a record four players – Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham, Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff, Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga and Tigers infielder Gleyber Torres – accepted

Dodgers add Ibáñez (report), Fitzgerald to infield mix

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January 9, 2026

LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers stocked up on infield depth on Friday, agreeing to terms with Andy Ibáñez on a one-year deal, according to several reports, including one from Francys Romero. The team, which hasn't confirmed the report, also claimed Ryan Fitzgerald off waivers from the Twins earlier in the

Latest Dodgers injuries & transactions

January 9, 2026

This page will be updated throughout the offseason with all the latest Dodgers injury news and transactions.

Latest Twins injuries & transactions

January 9, 2026

This page will continue to be updated with relevant injury and transaction news throughout the offseason.

Yanks claim righty Ort off waivers from Astros

January 9, 2026

NEW YORK -- The Yankees added an experienced bullpen arm on Friday, claiming right-hander Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Astros. Ort, 33, made 49 appearances for Houston last season, going 2-2 with one save and a 4.89 ERA. He registered career highs in games, innings (46) and strikeouts (49).

Nats add to arms barn by claiming righty Schultz off waivers

January 9, 2026

The Nationals added pitching depth by claiming right-hander Paxton Schultz off waivers from the Blue Jays on Friday. There had been one open spot on the Nats’ 40-man roster after the team requested unconditional release waivers for righty Sauryn Lao so he could pursue playing in Japan.

How Marte staying with D-backs could impact market

January 9, 2026

The D-backs are ending trade talks involving second baseman Ketel Marte, a decision that could have ripple effects across the offseason landscape.

Marte will be back with D-backs next season 

January 9, 2026

The Diamondbacks asked for a big return in a potential Ketel Marte trade and none materialized, so GM Mike Hazen has informed the teams that he had engaged in talks with that Arizona will no longer consider trading its All-Star second baseman. The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal was the first to

Jazz gets $10.2M as Yanks avoid arbitration with all eligibles

January 9, 2026

NEW YORK -- The Yankees avoided arbitration by reaching deals with all of their remaining eligible players on Thursday, including a significant raise for second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr., who will earn $10.2 million in his final season before potentially reaching free agency. The club also announced one-year agreements with