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D.J. Short is the Sr. manager of fantasy content for NBC Sports and has been writing for Rotoworld since 2009. You can still find him talking baseball on the Circling the Bases Podcast. He’s probably annoyed about the Mets right now.

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Padres acquire Christian Bethancourt from Braves
The Braves will move forward with A.J. Pierzynski and Tyler Flowers behind the plate.
Joakim Soria
Joakim Soria’s contract with the Royals has incentives based on games started
Soria has pitched exclusive as a reliever in the majors.
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Phillies sign reliever Ernesto Frieri to a minor league contract
Ernesto Frieri has been a mess over the past two seasons, but the rebuilding Phillies are taking a flyer.
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Report: The Nationals are also in on free agent Jason Heyward
It was reported earlier this afternoon that the Cardinals, Cubs, and Angels were the finalists for free agent outfielder Jason Heyward, but there’s another team in the mix.
Jason Heyward
Report: Cubs now focused on free agent outfielder Jason Heyward
The Cubs still have cash to spend after signing John Lackey and they reportedly have their sights set on Jason Heyward.
Alex Cobb
Cubs could be targeting Alex Cobb in Javier Baez talks with Rays
Cobb underwent Tommy John surgery this past May and will likely be sidelined until the second half next year.
Aroldis Chapman
Report: Dodgers’ deal for Aroldis Chapman held up due to alleged domestic violence incident
The Dodgers’ trade for Aroldis Chapman has been held up due to a domestic violence allegation.
Cincinnati Reds v Miami Marlins
Report: Marlins, Dee Gordon “making progress” on a contract extension
Acquired from the Dodgers last winter, Gordon is coming off a fantastic season in which he batted .333/.359/.418 over 145 games while playing excellent defense at second base.
Darren O'Day
The Orioles and Darren O’Day have a deal
After a brief hold-up, the Orioles and reliever Darren O’Day have agreed to a four-year, $31 million contract.
Joey Butler
Indians claim Joey Butler off waivers from the Rays
Butler batteg .276 with eight home runs and a .742 OPS in 88 games this past season.
Ben Zobrist
Report: Ben Zobrist expected to make a decision within 48 hours
It looks like a National League East showdown for Ben Zobrist, with the Mets and Nationals as the favorites.
New York Mets v Miami Marlins
Marlins president Michael Hill says Jose Fernandez is “not available”
Trade chatter continues regarding Jose Fernandez, but the Marlins insist he’s staying put.
Philadelphia Phillies v Washington Nationals
Report: Cliff Lee drawing interest from 15 teams
Lee hasn’t appeared in a major league game since July 31, 2014 and turned 37 this past August.
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The Brewers are “listening” on Jonathan Lucroy
Jonathan Lucroy was one of the game’s best catchers from 2012-2014 and has a bargain contract, but would the Brewers trade him coming off an injury-plagued down year?
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Report: Angels shopping left-hander C.J. Wilson
Wilson reportedly has the ability to block trades to eight teams.
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Tigers say they aren’t in on Yoenis Cespedes and Alex Gordon
The Tigers don’t expect to shop at the top of the market for a corner outfielder.
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Report: Mariners talking to Brewers about Adam Lind
Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto continues to stay busy...
Shelby Miller
Report: Diamondbacks continue to push for Shelby Miller trade with Braves
The Diamondbacks are looking to build around their new staff ace Zack Greinke.
Ben Zobrist
Report: Ben Zobrist scheduled to meet with Giants
Fresh off signing right-hander Jeff Samardzija to a five-year, $90 million contract, the Giants remain active in the free agent market as they attempt to land another pitcher and a bat.
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Report: The Cubs are “actively exploring” trade for a top closer
After addressing a need for their rotation by adding veteran right-hander John Lackey on a reported two-year, $32 million contract, the Cubs have apparently turned their attention to upgrading the back-end of their bullpen...
Jeremy Guthrie
Tweet of the Day: Jeremy Guthrie reacts to the Jeff Samardzija deal
It’s a heck of a time to be a free agent starting pitcher.
Joey Votto
Joey Votto isn’t interested in waiving his no-trade clause
Reds fireballer Aroldis Chapman is a hot name on the trade market and could be moved during next week’s Winter Meetings in Nashville, but don’t expect Joey Votto to follow him out the door...
Jeff Samardzija
Giants sign Jeff Samardzija to a five-year, $90 million deal
The Giants didn’t wait long to move on from their pursuit of Zack Greinke...
Ben Zobrist
Ben Zobrist visited with Mets on Wednesday, appears to be weighing finalists
Zobrist visited with the Mets on Wednesday and was given a tour around the suburbs of New York City.
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