Braves activate Hurston Waldrep from 15-day IL

The 19-year-old Brito had the three hardest-hit balls of the game against Licey, coming in at 107, 105 and 104 mph. A very exciting talent in the Rockies system, Brito hit .305/.361/.455 with 10 homers and 41 steals between Low- and High-A last season. He’s a couple of years away, but he could become a regular either in center field or at second base, depending on how the Rockies want to play it.

Obviously fully healed from the fractured wrist that ended his season in mid-August, Reyes is 17-for-34 with a homer and six doubles in nine games. The 25-year-old made his MLB debut for the Phillies in April, going 6-for-38 with a homer in 12 games before returning to Triple-A. He ended up batting .287/.318/.511 with 21 homers in 85 games for Lehigh Valley. A free-swinger with limited defensive value, he’s a fringy prospect, but he has power and doesn’t strike out overly much.

Chaparro has consistently been one of Venezuelan Winter League’s best bats, and he’s back for a fifth year with Zulia despite breaking through with a .263/.360/.525 line in 83 games for the Nationals last season. He should be pretty close to a lock to keep his spot next season, though the Nationals’ offseason moves will determine whether he’s a platoon guy against lefties or if he’s given a chance to be an everyday first baseman.

Serna made his major league debut at the end of last season, going 6-for-28 with three doubles in 17 appearances for the Marlins over the final month. He hasn’t been nearly as productive in the Miami system as he was before arriving from the Yankees in the Jazz Chisholm Jr. trade, but he still could have a future in the majors as a utilityman. First, he should be in line for at least another half-season in Triple-A.

Kranick, 29, spent the 2026 season in the Nationals’ organization where he registered a 9.33 ERA, 2,18 WHIP and an 11/13 K/BB ratio across 18 1/3 innings at the MLB level. He’ll get a chance to compete for a spot in the Phillies’ bullpen with a strong showing in Grapefruit League play.

The Dodgers, Yankees, Mets and Blue Jays are also pursuing the 32-year-old right-hander. With so much interest, it sounds like Loáisiga should have no trouble landing at least a two-year deal. As the bidding war escalates, it’s likely that he’ll find a landing spot before the upcoming lockout.

The deal also includes a $2.5 million club option for the 2028 season. The 36-year-old southpaw posted a 4.60 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and a 25/13 K/BB ratio across 58 2/3 innings in 67 appearances out of the Yankees’ bullpen in 2026.

The 32-year-old is generating interest from multiple teams after a strong 2026 season in which he hit .295/.363/.502 with 21 homers and 72 RBI in 500 plate appearances for the Padres. With so much interest, it’s possible that a deal could come together quickly before the lockout.

Dean has been one of the top sluggers in the KBO since making the jump from MLB in 2023. He did his best work during the 2026 season, slashing an absurd .331/.427/.635 with 41 homers, 127 RBI and 114 runs scored across 640 plate appearances. Dean will earn $2 million on his one-year pact with the Twins.

The 29-year-old southpaw returned in September after a lengthy stint on the injured list and fired 4 2/3 innings of scoreless baseball for the Dodgers with a 5/0 K/BB ratio. He’s one of the most intriguing options available on the open market and should be able to land a lucrative multi-year pact.