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Shohei Ohtani

MLB Free Agency Tracker 2023-24: Top players available, latest signings

Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Cody Bellinger, and Blake Snell highlight this year’s class of free agents.

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Yamamoto drawing comparisons to Ohtani, Darvish

Dan Patrick: Oakland ‘can’t hold on to a team’

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Lee reveals his favorite pieces of MLB memorabilia

Astros’ Bregman honored to be at the Breeders’ Cup

Where Tigers’ Skubal ranks entering next season

2023 World Series has been ‘entertaining’ thus far

Phillies sign manager Rob Thomson to 1-year extension after 2 straight trips to NLCS

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Jim Leyland elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame, becomes 23rd manager in Cooperstown

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Braves acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher Marco Gonzales as Mariners dump salary

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Marlins finalizing a deal to add former Giants manager Gabe Kapler to front office, AP source says

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Reds finalize $26M, 2-year contract with Nick Martinez and $16M, 2-year deal with Emilio Pagán

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Mets, free-agent pitcher Luis Severino reportedly finalizing one-year, $13M deal

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Brandon Lowe

TB Second Baseman #8

Brandon Lowe (knee) told reporters on Monday that he’s fully recovered from his broken right kneecap and should have no limitations for the remainder of the offseason.

That means Lowe should be able to go through his regular offseason routine without any issues. He had his season end prematurely when he fouled a ball off of his right knee on September 22. Overall, injuries limited Lowe to 109 games in 2023 — where he slashed .231/.328/.443 with 21 homers, 68 RBI and a career-high seven stolen bases in 436 plate appearances.
Alex Bregman

Hou Third Baseman #2

Astros’ general manager Dana Brown told reporters on Monday that he has absolutely no intention of trading third baseman Alex Bregman.

There had been rumblings that the Astros could be open to moving the star third baseman — as Jim Duquette of MLB Network had noted that the Astros “are not gonna pay” what Bregman and his agent Scott Boras will be looking for in free agency. It sounds like — at least for time being though — that he’ll be staying put. Barring a contract extension, Bregman is slated to hit the open market following the 2024 campaign.
A.J. Hinch

Det Manager

Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports that the Tigers have signed manager A.J. Hinch to a long-term contract exenstion.

No word yet on the duration or the financials, but Hinch was already signed through the 2025 season, so it stands to reason that he’ll be in Motown for the foreseeable future. The 49-year-old skipper is coming off of his best season in his three years with the Tigers — going 78-84 and finishing in second place in the vaunted American League Central. They’re not completely out of their rebuilding process just yet, but expect the Tigers to play competitive baseball in 2024.
Chris Brito

KC First Baseman

Royals signed INF Chris Brito to a minor league contract.

The 24-year-old slugger mashed for the Staten Island Ferryhawks in the independent Atlantic League in 2023 — hitting .317/.405/.575 with 11 homers, 49 RBI, four swipes and a 47/21 K/BB ratio over 215 plate appearances. He’ll add infield depth in the upper minors for the Royals.
Brett Baty

NYM Third Baseman #22

Mets’ president of baseball operations David Stearns told reporters on Monday that he’s not looking to add a third baseman this offseason.

He wouldn’t go as far as to say who would be the club’s starting third baseman heading into 2024, but you’d have to think that it’s Brett Baty’s job to lose — even after his disappointing 2023 season. The 24-year-old slashed just .212/.275/.323 with nine homers, 34 RBI and a pair of stolen bases in 389 plate appearances with the big league club in 2023.
Jeff McNeil

NYM Second Baseman #1

Mets’ president of baseball operations David Stearns told reporters on Monday that Jeff McNeil will see most of his action at second base in 2024.

McNeil split his time between second base and the outfield during the 2023 campaign — appearing in 68 games in the outfield. With him set to be the club’s regular second baseman, Stearns also noted that he’s looking to add an outfielder that’s going to see significant playing time. McNeil, 31, is expected to be fully recovered from his left elbow injury by the time that spring training rolls around.
Erick Fedde

INT Starting Pitcher #32

Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports that right-hander Erick Fedde is close to finalizing a two-year contract with an unspecified MLB team.

It didn’t take long into the Winter Meetings for the vaunted mystery team to show up. Feinsand notes that the deal is expected to surpass $5 million annually. The 30-year-old hurler was a revelation for the NC Dinos in the Korea Baseball Organization in 2023 — going 20-6 with a minuscule 2.00 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and a 209/35 K/BB ratio over 180 1/3 innings in his 30 starts. It sounds like this one should be wrapped up soon.
Wade Miley

Mil Starting Pitcher #20

Brewers re-signed LHP Wade Miley to a one-year, $8.5 million contract.

The deal also includes a $12 million mutual option for the 2025 season with a $1.5 million buyout. The 37-year-old southpaw was terrific when healthy in 2023 — registering a 3.14 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and a 79/38 K/BB ratio over 120 1/3 innings of work. He should once again be a viable streaming option for fantasy purposes in between stints on the injured list in 2024.
J.D. Martinez

FA Designated Hitter #28

According to Jim Bowden of CBS Sports, the Diamondbacks have expressed interest in reuniting with free agent slugger J.D. Martinez.

It seems there’s still a chance that he’ll return to the Dodgers to play alongside buddy Mookie Betts once again in Los Angeles, but if those two sides aren’t able to come to an agreement the Diamondbacks could very well be in play here. Remember, Martinez put up a ridiculous 1.107 OPS and mashed 29 home runs in just 62 games with the D’Backs after a deadline deal from the Tigers in 2017. The Diamondbacks have also been linked to Justin Turner as they’re looking to add another potent bat as a designated hitter in the middle of their lineup.
Edwin Diaz

NYM Relief Pitcher #39

Mets’ new manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters on Monday that star closer Edwin Díaz is fully healthy.

It’s not surprising to hear that he’s fully recovered — as there was a chance he could have made it back in September if the Mets were in the playoff hunt — but it’s always nice to receive confirmation. Mendoza was hesitant to say that Díaz would enter spring training without any restrictions though — noting that the club will put together a plan for him that makes sense. He should once again be considered among the elite closing options heading into 2024 fantasy drafts.

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Yamamoto drawing comparisons to Ohtani, Darvish

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New York Yankees v Atlanta Braves

MLB Hot Stove Lowdown: Luis Severino lands with crosstown rival

Shelly Verougstraete analyzes the fantasy implications of the latest transactions from around baseball, including Luis Severino’s deal with the Mets.

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MLB: Texas Rangers at Minnesota Twins

MLB Hot Stove Lowdown: Sonny in St. Louis

Jorge Montanez analyzes the fantasy fallout of the latest transactions from around baseball, including Sonny Gray’s deal with the Cardinals.

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Syndication: Arizona Republic

Fantasy Baseball State of the Union: Outfield

Eric Samulski reviews the performance of the OF position in 2023.

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CIRCLING THE BASES

D.J. Short and a revolving cast of fantasy analysts provide top-notch fantasy baseball analysis covering draft strategy, waiver wire pickups, the latest injury news and more.

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MLB: Los Angeles Angels at Oakland Athletics

MLB Free Agency 2023-24: Start Date, Largest Contracts, History, Team Payrolls and more

Here is a breakdown of everything you need to know regarding 2023-24 MLB Free Agency, including start date, history, players to watch, team payrolls, and more.

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MLB: Detroit Tigers at Chicago White Sox

Reliever Liam Hendriks and outfielder Cody Bellinger selected MLB’s Comeback Players of the Year

Reliever Liam Hendriks and outfielder Cody Bellinger were selected Major League Baseball’s Comeback Players of the Year on Tuesday.

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MLB: ALDS-Houston Astros at Minnesota Twins

Cardinals get AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray with $75M deal to anchor revamped starting rotation

Gray’s deal includes a $30 million team option for 2027 with a $5 million buyout, which could make the agreement worth $100 million over four seasons.

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Kenta Maeda

Pitcher Kenta Maeda and Detroit Tigers agree to a $24 million, two-year contract, AP source says

Maeda, who turns 36 on April 11, spent the past three years with the Minnesota Twins.

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MLB: Seattle Mariners at Cleveland Guardians

D-backs acquire 3B Eugenio Suárez from Mariners in exchange for two players

Suárez provides another power bat for the reigning NL champions.

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San Diego Padres Mike Shildt

Padres hire Shildt as third manager in four seasons

San Diego gives Mike Shildt another chance to manage two years after his surprising Cardinals exit.

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World Baseball Classic Semifinals: Mexico v Japan

Yoshinobu Yamamoto becomes free agent Tuesday, talks can run through Jan. 4

Yamamoto was 16-6 with a 1.21 ERA this season, striking out 169 and walking 28 in 164 innings, and has a 70-29 record with 1.82 ERA in seven seasons with Orix

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Aaron Nola

Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, signing a 7-year deal with the Phillies

He’s the first big-name starting pitcher to come off the board among this year’s free agents.

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Brandon Woodruff Milwaukee Brewers

Woodruff, Lewis among 63 new free agents as 19 players reach deals and teams make flurry of trades

Friday saw plenty of action before MLB’s 8 p.m. ET non-tender deadline.

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Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna Jr.

Acuña wins NL Most Valuable Player unanimously after 41-homer, 73-steal season

The Braves’ superstar posted the first 40-70 season in MLB history en route to his first MVP award.

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