From the moment free agency began in early November, Kyle Tucker has been the consensus No. 1 player on the market. So why is it that in the first week of January, he seems no closer to signing than he did two months ago? Tucker’s market has been relatively slow

Welcome to the fourth annual MLB Pipeline Executive Poll. Starting before the 2023 season, we surveyed front offices across baseball -- from general managers to scouting directors, farm directors, analysts and beyond -- on a number of questions regarding prospects. As has been our tradition, we’re beginning with who they

The Dodgers are about six weeks away from arriving at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz., for the start of Spring Training and taking their first steps toward a three-peat. That still leaves plenty of time for the look of the Dodgers' roster to change between now and then. It undoubtedly

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

On Tuesday, Jan. 20, we will find out which former player or players have been elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, joining former second baseman Jeff Kent -- who was elected by the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee last month -- in

BOSTON -- When the Red Sox acquired veteran first baseman Willson Contreras and his valuable right-handed bat three days before Christmas, it left the role of Triston Casas -- once thought to be a core part of the team going forward -- in limbo. As recently as 2023, Casas was

Some big names remain on this offseason’s free-agent market, and plenty of notable trade candidates have stayed put thus far. But there have been a number of difference makers who already have switched addresses since the Hot Stove was first lit. Below is a look at the top 18 players

Cody Bellinger has been the subject of many a rumor this Hot Stove season; after all that speculation, we may finally be closing in on a bidding war. MLB Network insider Jon Heyman reported earlier in the week that while it seemed likely Bellinger would stay in New York --

BALTIMORE -- The holiday season may have already ended, but Monday brought the arrival of “Big Christmas” to Baltimore. The Orioles claimed outfielder Jhonkensy Noel off waivers from the Guardians, who designated the 24-year-old for assignment on Dec. 17. It marks a fresh start for the former prospect after a

HOUSTON -- The success the Dodgers have had in the past few years with Japanese players didn’t go unnoticed by Astros owner Jim Crane. The arrival of Shohei Ohtani in Los Angeles prior to the 2024 season set the stage for the Dodgers to win back-to-back World Series titles, with

Right-hander Tyler Mahle had the Giants high on his list of preferred destinations when he hit free agency this offseason. He wanted to stay on the West Coast to be close to his family and liked that San Francisco was only a one-hour flight away from his home in Huntington

PHILADELPHIA -- Rob Thomson’s new right-hand man has decades of experience playing, coaching and managing in the big leagues. The Phillies announced on Monday that Don Mattingly, 64, has been hired as bench coach. Mattingly’s name first surfaced as a candidate in early November, after the Phillies announced in October

CHICAGO – During the Winter Meetings last month, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer expressed that there was a “real focus” and “energy” to the team’s pursuits on multiple fronts. He was also quick to add a cautionary qualifying statement. “I think it’ll lead to activity – I can’t

HOUSTON -- Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai immersed himself in Texas culture right away, taking in a game between the NFL’s Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts on Sunday and throwing up the team’s “H” hand sign when he was shown on the big screen. A few hours later, he ate lamb

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Twins have added needed middle-infield depth by agreeing to terms on a Minor League contract with veteran shortstop Orlando Arcia. The deal includes an invitation to Spring Training. Arcia, 31, is coming off a down year at the plate but remains a quality infield defender. He hit

MILWAUKEE -- Former slugger Daniel Vogelbach is coming back to the Brewers as one of two new hitting coaches, part of a major reorganization of manager Pat Murphy’s staff for 2026. The moves include promotions for Jim Henderson (from assistant pitching coach to "pitching coordinator") and Jason Lane (from third-base

Adding to their already-deep outfield, the Nationals claimed Joey Wiemer off waivers from the Giants on Monday. The 26-year-old Wiemer joins James Wood, Dylan Crews, Daylen Lile, Jacob Young, Robert Hassell III and Christian Franklin (No. 13 prospect) on the 40-man roster, which now stands at 40.

We have seen a couple of notable free agents -- Japanese stars Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto -- agree to deals in the first few days of 2026. But with only about five weeks left before pitchers and catchers report for Spring Training, a lot of quality players remain on

Impact rookies certainly left their mark on the 2025 season. Nick Kurtz made history with an iconic four-homer game, on top of one of the best debut seasons we’ve ever seen. Trey Yesavage emerged as a bona fide postseason hero, as did Roki Sasaki and Cam Schlittler. From triple-digit heat

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As we enter a new year and inch closer to the 2026 baseball season, there's much to be determined for many clubs as they head to Spring Training. While there has been plenty of offseason activity, many key free agents remain on the board, possible trade candidates haven't been moved

The Mets’ offseason so far has been overshadowed by the departure of several fan favorites, either via free agency or trade. The club dealt outfielder Brandon Nimmo and infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil, but the biggest subtractions have been those of slugging first baseman Pete Alonso and elite closer Edwin Díaz, each

TORONTO -- The Blue Jays signed Japanese third-baseman Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year contract, continuing Toronto’s aggressive offseason as it reloads for another run at the World Series. The deal is worth $60 million with a $5 million signing bonus, and it does not include opt-outs. One of the top

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Jan. 6.

NEW YORK -- The Yankees have made their first acquisition of the new year, signing veteran infielder Paul DeJong to a Minor League contract with an invitation to Major League Spring Training, a source told MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. DeJong, 32, would earn $1 million if he is in the Majors.