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Bichette open to 2B? Plus: The latest on Bregman

December 17, 2025

When the offseason began, Bo Bichette was the consensus No. 1 choice among all available shortstops, setting him up for a potential bidding war between clubs in need at that position. As we head toward January, things have changed a bit. Namely the way Bichette is marketing himself. According to

Mets reach 2-year deal with Luke Weaver (source)

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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 Wednesday agreed to terms on a two-year, $22 million deal with right-hander Luke Weaver, a source said. Weaver, who spent time setting up Devin

Making sense of Murakami’s market as deadline looms

December 17, 2025

As the clock on Munetaka Murakami’s posting window continues to tick toward Monday’s 5 p.m. ET deadline, the market for the Japanese slugger had not started to crystalize as of this week. There hasn't been much concrete news on where his market stands or which clubs have the most interest

3 factors that could make or break Dodgers' bid for three-peat

December 17, 2025

The Dodgers have cleared one of baseball’s toughest hurdles by repeating as champions. Now, their focus turns to an even rarer challenge: a bid for a three-peat. The Dodgers have the talent to pull it off, but you could have said the same thing about all of the other teams

New year, new looks: Jays covering all angles in building '26 pitching staff

December 17, 2025

The Blue Jays, who already had baseball’s highest pitching release point in Trey Yesavage, have recently added to the mix submariner extraordinaire Tyler Rogers, who essentially scrapes the ground with his knuckles when he throws. There’s a 5.8-foot gap -- that’s more than one Jose Altuve -- between where Yesavage

Are Yankees the favorites in the Bellinger sweepstakes?

December 17, 2025

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

1 fun holiday gift idea for fans of each MLB team

December 14, 2025

Scrambling for a holiday gift for the baseball fan(s) in your life? Calm down. Take a breath. We're here to help. With an assist from MLB.com's beat writers, here's one fun gift idea for fans of each team, all available at MLBshop.com. Jump to: AL East | AL Central |

Reliever Brad Keller, Phillies agree to 2-year deal (source)

December 17, 2025

PHILADELPHIA – President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski indicated on Tuesday that the Phillies would pursue a reliever or two before Spring Training. He got one less than 24 hours later. Sources confirmed to MLB.com that the Phillies and right-hander Brad Keller have agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract,

The top 5 catches of PCA's Gold Glove year

December 17, 2025

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes the impossible look easy in center field, so it's no wonder he took home his first Gold Glove Award last month. He made too many highlight-reel plays to count this season. But we're going to try our best to pick out his best of the best. We

Team USA adds McLean, Holmes & Ryan to 2026 pitching staff

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December 17, 2025

Team USA is building out its starting rotation for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The team announced the addition of three more starters on Wednesday: Mets right-handers Nolan McLean and Clay Holmes and Twins ace Joe Ryan. They join a starting staff headed by 2025 National League Cy Young Award

Mariners keeping tabs on impact infielder market

December 17, 2025

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Guardians trade for lefty reliever Bruihl, DFA Noel

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December 17, 2025

CLEVELAND – The Guardians added another option to their bullpen mix on Wednesday while alleviating some of the logjam on their outfield depth chart. The Guardians announced they acquired left-hander Justin Bruihl from the Blue Jays for cash. In a corresponding move to clear space on the 40-man roster, Cleveland

Could D-backs make big splash by signing Bregman?

December 17, 2025

It wouldn't be a Hot Stove season without the Arizona Diamondbacks popping up as an unlikely suitor for a free agent. USA Today's Bob Nightengale broke the news Tuesday that the Diamondbacks were "kicking the tires" on free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman.

With Dodgers eyeing 3-peat, what do projections say?

December 17, 2025

It’s an opportune time to take stock of where things stand for the 2026 Dodgers. The Winter Meetings have come and gone. The holiday season is arriving, and the calendar will soon flip to 2026. Los Angeles has made a few moves -- among them bringing back World Series hero

With May's signing official, expect more moves to come for Cards

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December 17, 2025

ST. LOUIS – Four days after Dustin May and the Cardinals agreed on the parameters of a one-year contract for the 2026 season, a physical was passed and pen hit paper to make things official on Wednesday. But could an even bigger, more impactful transaction involving the Cardinals be coming

5-year extension with Royals culmination of Garcia's growth

December 17, 2025

KANSAS CITY -- As Royals general manager J.J. Picollo began to discuss the club’s five-year extension with third baseman Maikel Garcia on Wednesday, he brought everyone back to Feb. 6, 2016: The day the Royals first signed Garcia as a 16-year-old from La Sabana, Venezuela. “A lot of the players

5 Deadline additions who will be key to ’26 Yanks

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December 17, 2025

The Yankees' big move of the offseason -- whether that be re-signing Cody Bellinger or making an end run for Kyle Tucker, trading for Freddy Peralta or reuniting with Michael King -- may or may not be forthcoming. That said, although quiet to this point, the Yankees were quite busy

Bregman has a new suitor in the NL

LATEST FREE AGENT & TRADE RUMORS
December 16, 2025

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

Nats hire Phillies assistant GM Anirudh Kilambi as general manager

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The Nationals continue to revamp their front office with the hiring of a new general manager. The Nats on Thursday announced they have hired 31-year-old Anirudh Kilambi to be their GM. Kilambi comes to the Nationals from his role as the Phillies' assistant general manager for the past four years,

Top free agents left for each of the 5 tools

December 17, 2025

It's great when you can find an all-around superstar on the free-agent market -- but also, no matter what skill set your team needs, there are players out there who match it every offseason. So let's find this year's free-agent position players who have the biggest standout qualities, using baseball's

Rox hire Jeff Pickler to serve as Schaeffer's bench coach

December 17, 2025

DENVER – Former Twins and Reds coach Jeff Pickler is joining the Rockies as bench coach under manager Warren Schaeffer, the club announced Wednesday. “We are beyond excited to bring Jeff Pickler onto the staff,” said Schaeffer. “His experience on the bench and the way he sees the game are

Every club's No. 1 prospect a year from now

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December 16, 2025

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O's bring back versatile righty Suárez on Minor League deal

December 17, 2025

BALTIMORE -- A surprise standout during the Orioles’ 2024 season is back in the organization. On Wednesday, Baltimore announced it has agreed to terms with right-hander Albert Suárez on a Minor League deal for the 2026 season. The news came during a series of roster moves, with infielder Willy Vasquez

Caught stealing? Minor League team to play in a prison

@JoshJacksonMiLB
December 16, 2025

The Veeck family is at it again. Before the Frontier League's 2026 season kicks off, the Joliet Slammers are going to play an exhibition at their namesake slammer -- the Old Joliet Prison. The team has announced "The Big House Ballgame" will take place on April 30, giving fans a

The best baseball players born on Dec. 18

December 16, 2025

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 Dec. 18.