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

While the old adage says that a win is a win, most would agree that not all victories are equal in terms of overall significance to a team -- or simply from an entertainment perspective as a fan. With that in mind, and with the help of all 30 MLB.com

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

As we come upon the end of the year and begin to look back at the incredible Major League season, we find ourselves staring at a … fifth dimension, beyond that which is known to man or even the scorekeeper. This dimension, as vast as the Rockies outfield and as

With days left until 2025 becomes 2026, it's natural to use this time for reflection. Looking back at the year that was and finding satisfaction in all the progress that was made, while also looking ahead with hope for even better things to come, along with new goals in the

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

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 |

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Jimmy Rollins is inching closer to Cooperstown, but he still has a long way to go. In his fourth year of Hall of Fame candidacy, the dynamic shortstop received 18.0% of votes on the 2025 Baseball Writers’ Association of America ballot. While far short of the 75% threshold necessary for

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

There are 120 Minor League Baseball teams, and they each play approximately 70 home games a year. In the interest of not doing math, let's just say this results in a lot of gameday promotions over the course of the season. Theme nights, giveaways, celebrity appearances and more are a

Bryce Harper knows what it feels like to play for his country on the diamond. The Phillies superstar was a member of USA Baseball’s 16U and 18U teams in 2008 and ‘09, respectively. Each of those teams won a gold medal. More than 15 years later, Harper is ready to

This year brought top prospect showcases, awe-inspiring events and furry friends. Minor League Baseball is something else. Here are 12 of the most memorable moments from the 2025 MiLB season.

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

Despite knowing that you can't predict baseball, everyone loves to prognosticate about the year ahead in MLB, from Opening Day to the playoffs and all the way through award season. It's fun and harmless. You may be exactly right about something six months in advance, which is cool. And if

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

When we rank prospects at MLB Pipeline, it’s always with a long-term-potential frame of mind. We’re trying to project what kind of big leaguer each of these Minor Leaguers are going to be, so we look at tools or stuff and how we think each player will use them consistently

The 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame writers' ballot includes 12 first-time candidates. While they all won't end up enshrined in Cooperstown, and while it's possible that none of them will ever be inducted, each of them had at least one season in which they performed at a Hall of Fame

CHICAGO -- The White Sox are stacking wins. With three straight seasons of 100-plus losses, they aren’t noticeable within the American League Central standings. But the organization hopes this move in the right direction translates soon into consistent on-field success.

Tony Vitello might be first. But he’s also fate. When the Giants made Vitello the first college head coach to go directly to managing an MLB team earlier this offseason, people understandably described it as a shocking, sea-changing move. And people are justifiably curious to see whether Vitello, who won

Jeff McNeil was approaching the 14th hole of his golf outing at TPC Monterey on Monday morning when he checked his phone and saw a barrage of missed calls and text messages from Mets general manager David Stearns and his agent. “I had a text from Stearns going, ‘Hey, please

CHICAGO – First-year White Sox hitting coach Derek Shomon’s reaction upon hearing of Munetaka Murakami joining the team via a two-year, $34 million deal is fairly representative for the entire fan base. “Very exciting," Shomon told MLB.com of the first baseman’s decision. "I was right in the middle of something

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

NEW YORK -- The Mets’ trade of Jeff McNeil to the A’s on Monday seemed to mark a point of delineation for president of baseball operations David Stearns. The core of this team is gone for good. How the Mets reimagine it will play a significant role in determining their

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