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Where will Sasaki sign in free agency?

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SF Starting Pitcher #35

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TOR Relief Pitcher #23

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FA Starting Pitcher #48

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Alek Manoah

TOR Starting Pitcher #6

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Blue Jays’ right-hander Alek Manoah (elbow) told Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star that he’s targeting a return to the team’s rotation in August.

The 27-year-old hurler underwent Tommy John surgery back in June, so the chances of him being ready for a return in August seem a bit optimistic. The Jays will undoubtedly play it cautiously in his recovery, and despite the fact that he feels “brand new” it’s unlikely that he winds up logging meaningful innings for the Blue Jays in 2025.
Nick Anderson

FA Relief Pitcher #63

Ari Alexander of KPRC2 reports that the Twins are among the teams interested in free agent right-hander Nick Anderson.

Alexander notes that the Twins will be one of at least 10 teams that plan on attending Anderson’s pro day on January 23. The 34-year-old hurler appeared in 37 games out of the Royals’ bullpen during the 2024 season, registering a 4.04 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and a 29/15 K/BB ratio across 35 2/3 innings.
John Means

FA Starting Pitcher #47

According to Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports, the Orioles have maintained interest in bringing back free agent southpaw John Means.

The 31-year-old hurler underwent his second Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery in June and will miss most, if not all, of the 2025 season while recovering. Wherever he ultimately does sign, expect it to be a two-year pact so the team can take advantage of a full and healthy season from him.
Garrett Cooper

ATL First Baseman #28

Braves signed 1B Garrett Cooper to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Cooper, 34, didn’t get much of a chance last season, playing in 36 games with the Cubs and Red Sox and hitting .206/.267/.299. He’s still probably a solid right-handed bat, but since he’s no longer a realistic option in the outfield, he’s a tough sell as a bench player. The Braves could keep him as Triple-A insurance, just as they did with Yuli Gurriel for much of last season.
Scott Servais

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Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports that the Padres have hired Scott Servais as a special assistant for baseball operations and player development.

Servais was fired in the middle of the 2024 season after recording a 680-642 record with the Mariners and leading them to one postseason appearance. The 57-year-old will likely be a candidate for manager jobs during the 2026 cycle.
Brooks Raley

FA Relief Pitcher #25

Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic report that the Cubs and Yankees are among the teams looking into free-agent reliever Brooks Raley.

Raley underwent Tommy John surgery with an internal brace procedure at the end of May, so he won’t be ready to pitch until near the end of 2025 at the earliest. The 36-year-old southpaw has been effective over the last two-plus seasons, and is likely looking at a two-year deal since he won’t be of much use this summer.
Blake Sabol

SF Catcher #21

Giants designated C/OF Blake Sabol for assignment.

The move is necessary after the Giants signed Justin Verlander and needed room on the 40-man roster. Sabol, 27, should see interest on the waiver wire as a player who can play in the outfield as well as catch, so it wouldn’t be a surprise if he was claimed or if the Giants were able to work out a trade for the backup backstop.
Justin Verlander

SF Starting Pitcher #35

Giants signed RHP Justin Verlander to a one-year, $15 million contract.

Verlander will turn 42 in February, and is coming off a season where he forged a 5.48 ERA in 17 starts and not being used in the postseason. The future Hall of Famer joins friendlier confines in San Francisco and his previous track record can’t completely be ignored, but he shouldn’t be anything more than a late-round selection.
Amos Willingham

WAS Relief Pitcher #54

Nationals designated RHP Amos Willingham for assignment.

Willingham had a 6.66 ERA in 18 appearances with the Nationals in 2024 before being sent back down in July. The right-hander now hits the waiver wire after the Nationals signed Jorge López to a one-year deal.
Jorge Lopez

WAS Relief Pitcher #41

Nationals signed RHP Jorge López to a one-year, $3 million contract.

Lopez was a solid contributor in 2024 with a 2.89 ERA and 50/19 K/BB in his work for the Cubs and Mets in 2024. The right-hander stands a good chance to earn saves at this point, but fantasy managers will want to see what else the Nats do before assuming he’s worthy of a draft selection.

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