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Your post-Winter Meetings questions, answered

December 11, 2025

The 2025 Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., ended with more questions than answers. Baseball’s annual offseason extravaganza did bring a trio of big moves, with Kyle Schwarber (Phillies), Edwin Díaz (Dodgers) and Pete Alonso (Orioles) striking deals, but there was surprisingly little activity outside of those transactions. As a result,

The top landing spots for Tucker, ranked 1-6

December 11, 2025

Players like Kyle Tucker are rarely available in free agency. He's a five-tool, prime-age talent, who will not turn 29 until the new year. He's also one of the most consistent players in the game. These are his Wins Above Replacement (WAR) totals since 2021, per FanGraphs: 4.9, 4.9, 4.9,

'Absolute stud' Suarez inks 3-year deal to become Braves' setup man

December 11, 2025

ATLANTA -- A few weeks after parting ways with two of their top relief options from the 2025 season, the Braves now find themselves with one of baseball’s best setup man/closer duos. Robert Suarez further strengthened Atlanta’s bullpen on Thursday, when he signed a three-year, $45 million deal. The 34-year-old

Will Mets make blockbuster move for Skubal or wait until FA?

LATEST FREE AGENT & TRADE RUMORS
December 11, 2025

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

6 options for Red Sox after missing out on Schwarber, Alonso

December 11, 2025

When news broke on Wednesday that the Orioles had landed slugging first baseman Pete Alonso on a five-year, $155 million deal, the Red Sox missed out on a second major free-agent power hitter in as many days -- Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million pact to stay with

Here's why the Dodgers are putting trust in Díaz

One year after the Tanner Scott deal, L.A. tries again with a free-agent closer
@bmags94
December 10, 2025

After winning their second straight World Series, the Dodgers are showing no signs of slowing down. Los Angeles has continued reinforcing its club this offseason, with the Dodgers agreeing to a three-year, $69 million deal with Edwin Díaz on Tuesday, a source told MLB.com. The standout closer has long been

Is Belli more likely to end up with Mets after Alonso's exit?

December 11, 2025

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

Have the chances of Bregman-Red Sox reunion increased?

December 11, 2025

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

Royals agree to 1-year deal with OF Lane Thomas (sources)

December 11, 2025

KANSAS CITY -- The Royals have agreed to a one-year, $5.25 million deal with veteran outfielder Lane Thomas, sources told MLB.com on Thursday night. The club has not confirmed the contract, which is pending a physical and includes $1 million in incentives. The Royals are at 38 players on their

Guardians agree to 1-year deal with reliever Holderman

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December 11, 2025

CLEVELAND -- The Guardians made clear at the Winter Meetings this week that they are in the market for bullpen help. On Thursday, Cleveland enhanced the depth of its mix, with the announced signing of right-hander Colin Holderman to a one-year deal. Holderman, whom the Pirates non-tendered on Nov. 21,

Katy Feeney Leadership Awards highlight growing presence of women in baseball

December 11, 2025

ORLANDO -- After the awards were presented, the honorees gathered onstage outside at the Signia by Hilton Orlando. A large crowd of supporters gathered around to snap a photograph, but to capture everyone in a single picture, they would have to step back. The sprawling image represented the growing presence

4 takeaways from the Winter Meetings

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ORLANDO, Fla. -- Another Winter Meetings has come and gone, and while the first day of baseball’s premier offseason event was a quiet one, the last two days provided some serious fireworks that will help shape the 2026 season.

Crew adds outfield depth, agrees to deal with Baddoo

December 11, 2025

MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers signed outfielder Akil Baddoo to a one-year deal on Thursday. Infielder/outfielder Greg Jones also signed a Minor League deal with an invitation to big league camp.

Cubs adding lefty Milner, righty Snider to bullpen mix (sources)

December 11, 2025

CHICAGO – The bulk of the bullpen group that covered the later innings in the stretch run and playoffs for the Cubs last season either hit free agency this winter or are relievers no longer with the ballclub. Adding multiple arms, both for the Major League relief corps and depth

Mets face roster questions beyond first base

December 11, 2025

NEW YORK -- After spending their Winter Meetings watching Pete Alonso go to Baltimore and Edwin Díaz head to Los Angeles, without bringing in any Major League players of their own, the Mets must soon answer the question on everyone’s mind: What exactly is the plan here?

Leiter Jr. reaches 1-year deal with Athletics (source)

December 11, 2025

One day after general manager David Forst indicated he was “close on a couple of things” as he departed this week’s Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., the Athletics struck their first Major League deal of the offseason. In search of adding experience to their bullpen, the A’s agreed to terms

Orioles finalize 5-year deal with Pete Alonso

December 11, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Orioles wanted to be aggressive this offseason. President of baseball operations Mike Elias was expressing a willingness to spend more money than at any point in his seven-year tenure. And it felt like a big move was brewing all week at the Winter Meetings. Then, the

For Yaz, roots with Braves go back to childhood

December 11, 2025

ATLANTA -- Mike Yastrzemski’s connection to the Braves extends beyond any interactions his grandfather might have had with fellow Hall of Famer Hank Aaron. It also extends beyond the fact that two of his childhood idols were Chipper Jones and Andruw Jones. And his dad’s first Minor League manager was

Every pick from the 2025 Rule 5 Draft, plus expert analysis

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – If you’re right-handed and make a living throwing from a mound, you had a seemingly good chance of hearing your name called during Wednesday’s Rule 5 Draft. There were a total of 13 players taken during the Major League phase of the Rule 5 Draft and 12

Effects of Alonso's O's deal on Mets, Red Sox and rest of free-agent market

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – In light of Pete Alonso reportedly coming to terms with the Orioles, we asked MLB Insider Mark Feinsand to break down what it means for the market. With Pete Alonso gone, everyone is assuming the Mets are going to make a big move on the free-agent market.

Yankees, Red Sox, Giants among teams interested in Peralta (report)

@bmags94
December 10, 2025

While the Winter Meetings wrapped up and brought many significant moves, there's still much activity to come in the following weeks and months. That activity could include a trade of Brewers starter Freddy Peralta. According to a report from The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon (subscription required), the Yankees,

Yanks 'staying engaged' after quiet Meetings, with Belli still top priority

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – Despite their best efforts, the Yankees were unable to generate the traction they sought during the Winter Meetings, with general manager Brian Cashman describing an offseason that has seemed to move at “glacial speed.” “We’re just staying engaged, trying to match up with some things, but it’s

Play catch with Lindor? Tour Wrigley? Bid now for a great cause

December 8, 2025

Major League Baseball, MLB Network and all 30 clubs are hosting a charity auction during baseball’s Winter Meetings this week, with dozens of unique opportunities being offered, all for a worthy cause. Proceeds for the auction will go toward the Little League Disaster Relief Fund. Resources will be directed to

Breaking down the Pete Alonso-Orioles deal from all angles

December 11, 2025

Pete Alonso, the Mets' all-time leader in home runs, is headed to Baltimore. The man known as the Polar Bear agreed to a five-year, $155 million deal with the Orioles on Thursday. Alonso, who has the third-most home runs in the Majors since his 2019 debut season (264) strengthens an

5 key takeaways from Polar Bear's migration to Baltimore

December 10, 2025

Just when you were worried the Winter Meetings were going to peter out a bit after the Phillies re-signed Kyle Schwarber and the Dodgers snatched up Edwin Díaz … the Orioles made perhaps the most stunning move of the offseason so far.