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Dec 06, 2023

Harper eyes extension, hopes to retire with Phils
Bryce Harper would like to get a new deal from the Phillies once the remaining eight years of his current deal are done.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Mets owner Cohen met with Yamamoto in Japan
Mets owner Steve Cohen traveled to Japan to meet with coveted Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto and his family before the winter meetings.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Orioles, closer Kimbrel agree on one-year deal
The Baltimore Orioles and veteran closer Craig Kimbrel have agreed to a one-year, $13 million deal.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Retired catcher Molina joins Cardinals front office
Yadier Molina will remain with the St. Louis Cardinals as a special assistant to John Mozeliak, their president of baseball operations, after the longtime catcher wrapped up his 19-year big league career in 2022.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Yankees lose three minor leaguers in Rule 5 draft
The Yankees lost three minor league pitchers Wednesday in the major league phase of the Rule 5 draft.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Phils' Harper eyes extension after deal is up
Bryce Harper would like to get a new deal from the Phillies once the remaining eight years of his current deal are done.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Red Sox announcer Castiglione wins Frick Award
Joe Castiglione, a Boston Red Sox radio announcer for 41 years, won the Hall of Fame's Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in broadcasting Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Boone: Yanks had sights on Verdugo, liked 'edge'
Acquired in a rare trade between the Yankees and Red Sox, Alex Verdugo can figure on being a starting corner outfielder for New York.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Sources: Orioles on verge of signing Kimbrel
The Baltimore Orioles are on the verge of signing veteran closer Craig Kimbrel, sources told ESPN's Buster Olney Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Free agency tracker: Starting pitching market heating up
We've got you covered on all the major signings and trades as the hot stove season starts to heat up.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Yankees get Verdugo in rare trade with Red Sox
The Yankees acquired outfielder Alex Verdugo from the Red Sox in exchange for Richard Fitts, Greg Weissert and Nicholas Judice. It's only the seventh trade between the rivals in the past half-century.

ESPN MLB
Dec 06, 2023

Reports: Astros, Caratini agree on 2 years, $12M
The Houston Astros and catcher Victor Caratini agreed Tuesday to a $12 million, two-year contract, according to multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Braves deal new LHP addition Gonzales to Pirates
The Pirates acquired left-handed starter Marco Gonzales in a trade with the Braves on Tuesday, bolstering their rotation with the 31-year-old veteran less than 48 hours after Atlanta acquired him.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Source: Angels add reliever Garcia on 1-year deal
The Angels and right-handed reliever Luis Garcia agreed on a one-year, $4.25 million contract on Tuesday night, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Red Sox ship Verdugo to Yankees in rare trade
The Yankees acquired outfielder Alex Verdugo from the Red Sox in exchange for Richard Fitts, Greg Weissert and Nicholas Judice. It's only the seventh trade between the rivals in the last half-century.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Padres' Shildt will meet Soto in Miami on Dec. 17
New San Diego manager Mike Shildt has texted with outfielder Juan Soto and plans to meet with the Padres superstar later this month.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Why Shohei Ohtani is doing himself -- and his sport -- a disservice
Ohtani's free agency could have ben fun -- a celebration of baseball. Instead, there is silence and threats. This is a loss for Ohtani -- and for baseball.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Sources: Fedde has 2-year deal with White Sox
Right-hander Erick Fedde agreed to a $15 million contract, sources said, bringing him back to MLB after he won the MVP of the Korea Baseball Organization.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Roberts says Dodgers, Ohtani met for 2-3 hours
Dave Roberts said he thinks the Dodgers' meeting with Shohei Ohtani "went well," but that the two-way superstar will ultimately end up where "he feels most comfortable."

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Guardians win MLB draft lottery despite 2% odds
The Guardians won the MLB draft lottery on Tuesday and will pick first for the first time in franchise history.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Roberts: Dodgers, Ohtani met for 2-3 hours
Dave Roberts said he thinks the Dodgers' meeting with Shohei Ohtani "went well," but that the two-way superstar will ultimately end up where "he feels most comfortable."

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Roberts: Dodgers, Ohtani had 2-3 hour meeting
Dave Roberts said he thinks the Dodgers' meeting with Shohei Ohtani "went well" but that the two-way superstar will ultimately end up where "he feels most comfortable."

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Sources: Rangers add P Yates for 1 year, $4.5M
The Texas Rangers reached agreement on a one-year, $4.5 million deal with free agent reliever Kirby Yates, sources told ESPN's Buster Olney.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Holliday to get every chance to make O's roster
Jackson Holliday, the consensus best prospect in baseball, will be given "every opportunity" to make the Orioles' Opening Day roster, manager Brandon Hyde said Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Mets agree to minor league deal with SS Iglesias
Veteran shortstop Jose Iglesias has agreed to a minor league contract with the New York Mets and will report to big league spring training.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Gov. OKs $500M for Brewers stadium upgrades
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill Tuesday allocating $500 million in taxpayer money over the next three decades to help the Milwaukee Brewers repair their baseball stadium.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Angels GM: 100% that Trout not getting traded
Angels general manager Perry Minasian says he's 100 percent sure that he won't trade Mike Trout.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors and predictions: Who has (and hasn't) met with Ohtani?
From predicting who will sign where -- and when -- to the latest buzz from Nashville, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors and predictions: Will things heat up soon in Nashville?
From predicting who will sign where -- and when -- to the latest buzz from Nashville, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Hall to honor Negro Leagues' ASG with exhibition
The Negro Leagues' traditional East-West All-Star Game will be revived on Memorial Day weekend with a legends exhibition featuring prominent ex-big leaguers to be played in Cooperstown, New York.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

GM says Astros not trading 'pillar' 3B Bregman
Astros general manager Dana Brown said Monday that Houston is trading Alex Bregman, who can be a free agent after the 2024 season.

ESPN MLB
Dec 05, 2023

Archer to assist Dodgers' baseball ops department
Two-time All-Star Chris Archer has joined the Dodgers as an assistant to the baseball operations department, he told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

New deal keeps Hinch in Detroit 'a very long time'
Tigers manager AJ Hinch signed a contract extension that will keep him in Detroit for "a very long time," president of baseball operations Scott Harris announced Monday at baseball's winter meetings.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Mets star closer Diaz 'fully healthy' for 2024
New York Mets star closer Edwin Diaz is on schedule to return for the start of the 2024 season after a knee injury kept him sidelined for all of 2023.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Roberts: Betts will be 'every-day' 2B next season
Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts will make All-Star Mookie Betts "the every-day second baseman" next season, telling the MLB Network on Monday that the decision "makes the Dodgers much better" as they look to win the NL West for the third straight time.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Brewers bring back LHP Miley on one-year deal
Wade Miley is returning to the Milwaukee Brewers on a one-year deal with a base salary of $7 million that can go up to $11 million with incentives.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Brewers' Chourio ready to deliver after huge deal
Jackson Chourio, 19, said there's a "little bit of pressure" that comes with his deal with the Brewers that could reach $142.5 million with options, but overall it's "a blessing."

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Phils extend manager Thomson through 2025
The Phillies extended the contract of manager Rob Thomson through the 2025 season Monday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

MLB teams can go after Korean stars Lee, Go
Left-handed-hitting outfielder Jung Hoo Lee and right-handed reliever Woo Suk Go of the Korean Baseball Organization were posted by Major League Baseball on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Sources: Miley back with Brewers on 1-year deal
Free agent left-hander Wade Miley is returning to the Milwaukee Brewers on a one-year, $8.5 million deal with a mutual option for 2025. He can make up to $11 million with incentives.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

MLB executive Bean diagnosed with leukemia
Billy Bean, Major League Baseball's senior vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, has been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

MLB holds off on rules after Angels' salary dump
MLB officials will wait at least another year before considering rules that would prevent teams from dumping players late in the season to cut salary, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Ex-Jays skipper Gibbons new Mets bench coach
The Mets announced the hiring of former Blue Jays manager John Gibbons on Monday as bench coach under new manager Carlos Mendoza.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors and predictions: The latest on Soto, Giolito and more
From predicting who will sign where -- and when -- to the latest buzz from Nashville, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors and predictions: Will Soto, Ohtani or Yamamoto move first?
From predicting who will sign where -- and when -- to the latest buzz from Nashville, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Former manager Leyland elected to Hall of Fame
Jim Leyland, the longtime manager who guided the Florida Marlins to the 1997 World Series title, was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Mariners trade OF Kelenic, two others to Braves
The Mariners sent outfielder Jarred Kelenic, left-hander Marco Gonzales, first baseman Evan White and cash considerations to the Braves in exchange for right-handers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar.

ESPN MLB
Dec 04, 2023

Babe Ruth rookie card sells for near-record $7.2M
A 1914 Baltimore News Babe Ruth rookie card sold for $7.2 million, including the buyer's premium, just after midnight Monday, the third-highest sum ever paid for a sports card and the most expensive Ruth item of all time.

ESPN MLB
Dec 03, 2023

Former manager Leyland selected to Hall of Fame
Jim Leyland, the longtime manager who guided the Florida Marlins to the 1997 World Series title, was selected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 03, 2023

Mariners trading OF Kelenic, others to Braves
The Mariners are sending outfielder Jarred Kelenic, left-hander Marco Gonzales and first baseman Evan White and cash considerations to the Braves in exchange for right-handers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar.

ESPN MLB
Dec 03, 2023

Manager Jim Leyland selected to Hall of Fame
Jim Leyland, the longtime manager who guided the Florida Marlins to the 1997 World Series title, was selected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 03, 2023

Sources: Brewers, teen Chourio reach $82M deal
The Brewers reached an eight-year, $82 million deal with 19-year-old Jackson Chourio that includes options that could increase it to $142.5 million, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Dec 02, 2023

Source: Reliever Kelly close to deal with Dodgers
Hard-throwing reliever Joe Kelly is closing in on an agreement to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers, a source told ESPN on Saturday, confirming multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Snyder, longtime scout and Braves HOFer, dies
Paul Snyder, the behind-the-scenes architect of the Braves' rise to prominence in the 1990s, died Thursday at the age of 88.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Source: Marlins closing on Kapler as assistant GM
Gabe Kapler, who was fired by the Giants with three days left in the 2023 regular season, is finalizing an agreement to become an assistant general manager with the Marlins, a source told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Pirates sign catcher Sánchez to 1-year deal
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed catcher Ali Sánchez to a 1-year deal on Friday, giving them another player to throw in the mix behind the plate with Endy Rodriguez and Henry Davis.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Report: Marlins closing on Kapler as assistant GM
Gabe Kapler, who was fired by the Giants with three days left in the 2023 regular season, is finalizing an agreement to become an assistant general manager with the Marlins, according to the Miami Herald.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

MLB: 1 positive in '23 from nearly 12K drug tests
There was just one positive test resulting in discipline from among a record 11,783 samples collected by MLB and the players' association over the past year.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Mets add Heineman, Hummel in waiver claims
The Mets claimed catcher Tyler Heineman off waivers from the Blue Jays and outfielder/catcher Cooper Hummel from the Mariners.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Yankees claim Guardians' Gonzalez off waivers
Oscar Gonzalez, whose walk-off single beat the Yankees in Game 3 of the 2022 AL Division Series, was claimed by New York off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians on Friday.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

MLB winter meetings updates: Rumors and predictions
From predicting who will sign where -- and when -- to the latest buzz from Nashville, here's everything you need.

ESPN MLB
Dec 01, 2023

Free agency tracker: Starting pitching market heating up, more moves from the offseason
We've got you covered on all the major signings and trades as the hot stove season starts to heat up.

ESPN MLB
Nov 30, 2023

RHP Maeda says 'gut feeling' led to him to Tigers
New Detroit Tigers pitcher Kenta Maeda spoke with local media on Thursday. "I want to bring a championship ring to Detroit," he said.

ESPN MLB
Nov 30, 2023

Don't mess with it: Texas retains coaching staff
The World Series champion Texas Rangers will bring back their entire on-field coaching staff for manager Bruce Bochy next season.

ESPN MLB
Nov 30, 2023

Ohtani voted MLB's top DH for 3rd straight year
Shohei Ohtani was voted Major League Baseball's best designated hitter on Thursday, joining David Ortiz as the only players to win the award three years in a row.

ESPN MLB
Nov 30, 2023

Sources: Reds, RHP Martinez agree to $26M deal
RHP Nick Martinez and the Reds are in agreement on a two-year, $26 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first year, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

ESPN MLB
Nov 29, 2023

Royals agree to deal with utilityman Hampson
Speedy utilityman Garrett Hampson and the Kansas City Royals agreed Wednesday to a $2 million, one-year contract on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 29, 2023

Sources: Severino to crosstown Mets for $13M
Luis Severino, who has spent his eight-year career with the Yankees, is finalizing a $13 million deal with the Mets where he'll join a rotation in significant need of help.

ESPN MLB
Nov 29, 2023

Bautista (AL), Williams (NL) named top relievers
Baltimore's Félix Bautista was a unanimous winner of the Mariano Rivera American League Reliever of the Year Award and Milwaukee's Devin Williams won the Trevor Hoffman National League honor.

ESPN MLB
Nov 29, 2023

Dawson asks HOF to change plaque cap to Cubs
Andre Dawson says he sent a letter to Baseball Hall of Fame chair Jane Forbes Clark asking to change the cap on his plaque from the Expos to the Cubs.

ESPN MLB
Nov 29, 2023

Retired Nelson Cruz joins Dodgers as adviser
Former longtime major leaguer Nelson Cruz will work for the Dodgers as an adviser, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Nov 28, 2023

Hendriks, Bellinger win comeback player awards
Reliever Liam Hendriks and outfielder Cody Bellinger were selected Major League Baseball's Comeback Players of the Year on Tuesday. Both players are free agents.

ESPN MLB
Nov 28, 2023

'Bored' in summer off, Ausmus eager to join Yanks
"This past summer I didn't do anything. I got a little bit bored, to be honest with you," Brad Ausmus said Tuesday, a week after he was hired as Aaron Boone's bench coach with the Yankees.

ESPN MLB
Nov 28, 2023

Tigers GM: Maeda signed to mentor, bring wins
Tigers general manager Scott Harris said he hopes the addition of veteran right-hander Kenta Maeda in free agency helps influence Detroit's young starters.

ESPN MLB
Nov 28, 2023

Independent Oakland Ballers to start play in 2024
On the heels of the A's announcing a move to Las Vegas, a group of Oakland-area fans started the Oakland Ballers, who will play in the independent Pioneer League.

ESPN MLB
Nov 28, 2023

Ohtani tracker: Why your team's ballpark might be crucial
Will Shohei Ohtani return to the Angels? The latest buzz about a once-in-a-generation talent.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Leyland, Piniella among skippers up for HOF vote
Jeff Bagwell, Tom Glavine, Chipper Jones, Ted Simmons and Jim Thome are among 16 members of the contemporary era committee that will consider an eight-man Hall of Fame ballot that includes managers Jim Leyland, Lou Piniella, Cito Gaston and Davey Johnson.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Cards add Gray on 3-year deal to revamped staff
The St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to a three-year deal with free agent pitcher Sonny Gray, the team announced on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Shohei Ohtani tracker: Why your team's ballpark might be crucial
Will Ohtani return to the Angels or will he choose another team? The latest buzz about a once-in-a-generation talent.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Guardians bring back coaches Alomar Jr., Willis
Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt has rounded out his staff, retaining Sandy Alomar Jr. and Carl Willis -- two long-tenured coaches under former manager Terry Francona.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Talks for WBC star Imanaga can go to Jan. 11
Shota Imanaga, who got the win for Japan in this year's World Baseball Classic final against the United States, will become a free agent Tuesday and major league teams can sign him through 5 p.m. on Jan. 11.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Sources: Dodgers retain Heyward with $9M deal
Outfielder Jason Heyward, who hit .269 with 15 home runs last season, is returning to the Dodgers on a one-year, $9 million deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Mets hire ex-Bloomberg CEO to run business ops
The New York Mets on Monday announced former Bloomberg CEO Scott Havens as their new president of business operations.

ESPN MLB
Nov 27, 2023

Source: Cards adding Gray to revamped rotation
The St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to a deal with free agent pitcher Sonny Gray, according to ESPN and multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
Nov 26, 2023

Sources: Maeda, Tigers reach 2-year, $24M deal
Free agent Kenta Maeda has reached a two-year, $27 million deal with the Tigers, sources confirmed to ESPN. He was 6-8 for the Twins last season.

ESPN MLB
Nov 24, 2023

Longtime Mets catcher Hodges dies at age 74
Ron Hodges, a catcher who spent his entire 12-season major league career with the Mets, died Friday. He was 74.

ESPN MLB
Nov 22, 2023

Diamondbacks trade for Suarez to fill hole at 3B
The Diamondbacks have acquired 3B Eugenio Suarez in a trade with the Mariners.

ESPN MLB
Nov 22, 2023

Sources: D-backs trade for Suarez to fill 3B hole
The Diamondbacks have acquired 3B Eugenio Suarez in a trade with the Mariners, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Nov 22, 2023

NBA, NHL, MLB unveil ad on responsible betting
The NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball have joined forces to produce a 30-second ad promoting responsible sports betting.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Cardinals sign P Gibson to 1-year deal with option
The Cardinals have signed pitcher Kyle Gibson to a one-year deal with an option for 2025, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

New Padres manager Shildt 'grateful' for 2nd act
The Padres have hired Mike Shildt as the team's new manager, signing the former Cardinals skipper to a two-year deal, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

New SD manager Shildt 'grateful for second act'
The Padres have hired Mike Shildt as the team's new manager, signing the former Cardinals skipper to a two-year deal, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

New SD manager Shildt 'grateful' for second act
The Padres have hired Mike Shildt as the team's new manager, signing the former Cardinals skipper to a two-year deal, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Veteran DeJong set to join White Sox, sources say
Paul DeJong has agreed to a 1-year deal with the White Sox, pending a physical, sources told ESPN's Jesse Rogers.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Yankees hire Ausmus as bench coach for Boone
Brad Ausmus was hired as the Yankees' bench coach Tuesday, replacing Carlos Mendoza, who left earlier this month to manage the Mets.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Sources: Cardinals, P Gibson agree to 1-year deal
The Cardinals have agreed to a one-year, $12 million deal with righthanded pitcher Kyle Gibson, sources familiar with the deal confirmed to ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Red Sox hire Giants' pitching coach Bailey
Andrew Bailey was hired Tuesday as pitching coach of the Boston Red Sox after four seasons in the same role with the San Francisco Giants.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Angels hire Enright to be their pitching coach
The Los Angeles Angels have hired Barry Enright to be their pitching coach.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Hernández, 1984 MVP and Cy Young winner, dies
Guillermo "Willie" Hernández, who won AL MVP honors and the Cy Young Award after leading Detroit to the 1984 World Series championship, has died at 69.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2023

Ichiro Suzuki pitched a complete-game shutout against a girls' high school team in Japan
The Seattle Mariners legend topped out at 86 miles per hour against the squad, who now have some excellent stories to tell.

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