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Finding perfect fits for top 14 remaining free agents

December 24, 2025

Thursday is Christmas, and it’s been nearly two months since the Dodgers defeated the Blue Jays in Game 7 of the World Series. That means we’re now at roughly the midpoint between the start of the offseason and when pitchers and catchers begin reporting to Spring Training in February. A

Marlins reel in closer Pete Fairbanks on 1-year deal (sources)

December 24, 2025

The Marlins found their high-leverage reliever, reaching an agreement with right-hander Pete Fairbanks on a one-year, $13 million contract, sources told MLB.com on Wednesday. Fairbanks’ deal includes a $1 million signing bonus, plus another $1 million in incentives based on appearances, per source. There’s also an acquisition bonus of $500,000

Tracking every team's offseason moves

December 24, 2025

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

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

December 24, 2025

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).

Yanks, Mets among teams interested in All-Star outfielder (report)

LATEST FREE AGENT & TRADE RUMORS
December 24, 2025

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

KBO star Sung-Mun Song signs 4-year deal with Padres

December 23, 2025

SAN DIEGO -- The busy Padres have landed one of the most coveted international free agents on the market, finalizing a four-year deal with infielder Sung-Mun Song on Monday. News of the deal with Song first broke Friday, mere hours after San Diego agreed to a deal to re-sign starter

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

December 23, 2025

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.

Cubs add more 'pen depth, agree to 1-year deal with Webb

Club also bringing back catcher Bethancourt on Minors pact, per source
@Spokes_Murphy
December 23, 2025

CHICAGO -- The Cubs’ search for bullpen reinforcements has been steady this offseason and will continue in the weeks ahead as Spring Training approaches. The North Siders’ latest addition was another sneaky good member of the Rangers’ bullpen last season. On Tuesday, the Cubs reached an agreement with right-hander Jacob

Pirates land lefty bat in All-Star O'Hearn on 2-year deal (source)

@AlexJStumpf
December 23, 2025

The Pirates are in agreement with free agent and 2025 All-Star Ryan O'Hearn on a two-year, $29 million contract, per sources, adding another bat to a lineup they very much wanted to revamp this winter. The club has not confirmed the agreement. O’Hearn would become the first free agent the

Latest Cubs injuries and transactions

December 23, 2025

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

Lefty Griffin joins Nats after reinvention as starter in Japan

December 23, 2025

When assessing the Nationals' roster, one specific area jumped out at president of baseball operations Paul Toboni. “Where my head goes first is pitching -- starting pitching and relief pitching,” Toboni said at the Winter Meetings earlier this month. Left-hander Foster Griffin has filled both roles, but he had spent

White Sox sign lefty Newcomb to one-year deal

December 23, 2025

CHICAGO -- White Sox general manager Chris Getz is working right up until the holiday break, as the team agreed to terms with free agent left-handed pitcher Sean Newcomb on a one-year, $4.5 million deal as announced Tuesday. That move follows the addition of first baseman Munetaka Murakami via a

Is this NL club planning a push for Bellinger?

December 23, 2025

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

Latest Marlins injuries & transactions

December 22, 2025

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

Mets make 2-year deal with Luke Weaver official

December 22, 2025

NEW YORK -- In the wake of Edwin Díaz’s departure, the Mets are rebuilding their bullpen with a healthy assist from the Bronx. The team on Monday announced a two-year deal with right-hander Luke Weaver. The contract is worth $22 million, a source said. Weaver, who spent time setting up

Mariners sign lefty masher Refsnyder to 1-year deal

December 22, 2025

SEATTLE -- The Mariners directly addressed another, albeit more tertiary, roster void for their 2025-26 offseason on Monday, signing veteran first baseman and outfielder Rob Refsnyder to a one-year Major League contract. The deal is worth $6.25 million and includes up to $250,000 in incentives -- which represents a significant

Latest Phillies injuries & transactions

December 22, 2025

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

Phillies add righty Pop to bullpen competition for '26

December 22, 2025

PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies have signed right-hander Zach Pop to a one-year deal. He will compete for a bullpen job in the spring.

Veteran reliever Finnegan returning to Tigers on 2-year deal

December 22, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Tigers’ revamped bullpen is getting a big piece back. Detroit has signed Kyle Finnegan to a two-year deal worth $19 million. The agreement, reached during the Winter Meetings earlier this month, became official on Saturday. It includes an $8.75 million salary for 2026 and an $8

Mets trade McNeil to A's for 17-year-old pitching prospect Rodriguez

December 22, 2025

NEW YORK -- Another piece of the Mets’ core has left the organization during an offseason that has seen the team’s four longest-tenured players all depart. The Mets on Monday dealt Jeff McNeil, a frequent subject of trade rumors, plus cash to the A’s for teenage pitching prospect Yordan Rodriguez.

Murakami brings powerful presence, personality to White Sox lineup

December 22, 2025

CHICAGO -- Munetaka Murakami is going to hit home runs for the White Sox. General manager Chris Getz hopes the 6-foot-2, 213-pound left-handed slugger clears the fences many a time after the two-year, $34 million contract was signed, and announced during a press conference Monday afternoon at Rate Field. But

Latest Guardians injuries and transactions

December 22, 2025

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

Which teams are in on Bregman? Here's the latest

December 22, 2025

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

Is Tucker destined to land with an AL East club?

December 21, 2025

MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Kyle Tucker.

Here's why Murakami, South Siders are fits for each other

December 21, 2025

CHICAGO -- The signing of Munetaka Murakami, a slugging free-agent first baseman/third baseman from Japan, comes with a few concerns according to those who study his game. There’s been talk of the swing-and-miss part of Murakami's offensive attack, on pitches within the zone in particular. There have been discussions about