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

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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

The top landing spots for Tucker, ranked 1-6

2:07 PM EST

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,

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

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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

Dodgers' Glasnow reportedly mentioned in trade talks

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

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.

Guardians agree to 1-year deal with reliever Holderman (source)

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The Guardians have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent reliever Colin Holderman, a source told MLB.com's Tim Stebbins on Thursday. The club has not confirmed.

Crew adds outfield depth, agrees to deal with Baddoo

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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.

Orioles finalize 5-year deal with Pete Alonso

3:06 PM EST

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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,

Braves sign OF Yastrzemski to 2-year, $23 million deal

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December 10, 2025

ATLANTA -- The Braves added more versatility to their roster on Wednesday night, when they signed Mike Yastrzemski to a two-year, $23 million contract. Yastrzemski will earn $9 million in 2026 and $10 million in 2027. The deal includes a club option worth $7 million for the 2028 season, with

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

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

Mets, Yankees among clubs in on Tucker (report)

December 10, 2025

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

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
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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

Preller dispels Tatis trade rumors: 'We need Fernando'

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- On the set of MLB Network at the 2018 Winter Meetings, Padres general manager A.J. Preller was asked about Fernando Tatis Jr., who back then was a top prospect on the verge of breaking into the big leagues. Would he ever consider trading Tatis? Yes, Preller famously

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.

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

Mets face roster questions beyond first base

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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?

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.

Blue Jays add KBO MVP Cody Ponce on 3-year deal

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TORONTO -- The Blue Jays, already with one of the best rotations in baseball, just flexed their muscle again. Toronto signed right-hander Cody Ponce to a three-year, $30 million deal on Thursday, which is a fascinating move to land the 31-year-old who’s been reborn after four seasons pitching in Japan

Breaking down the Pete Alonso-Orioles deal from all angles

3:11 PM EST

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

Why the Polar Bear's bat will play in Baltimore

December 10, 2025

Pete Alonso's bat will play big in Baltimore. You might say, "Well, duh." Alonso is a 30-to-40 home run a year player. He's an elite power hitter who's now coming to an Orioles team that just didn't have one last season, especially not a right-handed power hitter. Alonso hit 38

After high-profile departures, Mets fully aware of work left to do this winter

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- This was not the Winter Meetings most Mets fans envisioned. Over three days in Orlando, the Mets did not acquire a single Major League player. Instead, they watched franchise icon Pete Alonso head to the Orioles on a five-year, $155 million contract, and fan favorite Edwin Díaz