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Shohei Ohtani

Ohtani met with Dodgers at Dodger Stadium, Roberts says

Shohei Ohtani, a unique two-way star, is expected to command a record contract of $500 million-plus on the free agent market.

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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

The Angels will not trade 3-time AL MVP Mike Trout, general manager confirms

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Astros GM says team has no interest in trading Alex Bregman

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Jackson Chourio gets 8-year, $82 million deal with Brewers, largest before a player’s big league debut

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Detroit Tigers give manager A.J. Hinch long-term contract extension and hire 4 new coaches

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MLB Winter Meetings: Braves Acquire Jarred Kelenic

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

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Alex Verdugo

NYY Right Fielder #99

Yankees acquired OF Alex Verdugo from the Yankees for RHP Greg Weissert, RHP Richard Fitts and RHP Nicholas Judice.

It’s certainly an interesting landing spot for Verdugo, who figures to benefit from Yankee Stadium’s extremely hitter-friendly environment. The 27-year-old outfielder has underwhelmed from a fantasy perspective over the last few years in Boston, especially last year when he finished with a pedestrian .745 OPS with 13 homers and five steals across 602 plate appearances. He’s never topped 13 round-trippers in a single season, but that could change in New York. He’s a borderline top-50 outfielder in fantasy drafts next spring.
Greg Weissert

Bos Relief Pitcher #85

Red Sox acquired RHP Greg Weissert, RHP Richard Fitts and RHP Nicholas Judice from the Yankees for OF Alex Verdugo.

Weissert has oscillated back-and-forth between the Yankees’ bullpen and Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre the past two seasons. The 28-year-old righty provides the Red Sox with another low-leverage relief option for their bullpen mix heading into the 2024 campaign.
Richard Fitts

Bos Starting Pitcher

Red Sox acquired RHP Richard Fitts, RHP Nicholas Judice, and RHP Greg Weissert from the Yankees for OF Alex Verdugo.

Fitts posted an encouraging 3.48 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 163/43 K/BB ratio across 152 2/3 innings (27 starts) this past season for Double-A Somerset. The 23-year-old righty isn’t considered one of New York’s top pitching prospects, but he’s an interesting addition for new Red Sox president of baseball operations Craig Breslow.
Nicholas Judice

Bos Relief Pitcher

Red Sox acquired RHP Nicholas Judice, RHP Richard Fitts and RHP Greg Weissert from the Yankees for OF Alex Verdugo.

Judice was New York’s eighth-round selection in the 2023 MLB Draft out of the University of Louisiana. The 6-foot-8 righty will begin his professional career this upcoming season and is a few hyperspace jumps from the majors.
Craig Kimbrel

FA Relief Pitcher #31

The Orioles are “seriously engaged” with free agent Craig Kimbrel, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post.

Kimbrel would presumably be the favorite for saves over Yennier Cano if he signs with Baltimore. Felíx Bautista is expected to miss all of 2024 following Tommy John surgery.
Michael Tonkin

FA Relief Pitcher #51

Michael Tonkin is signing a major league deal with the Mets, a source told MLB.coms Mark Feinsand.

Tonkin was non-tendered by the Braves last month after posting a 4.28 ERA in 80 innings as a middle reliever. He should have a similar role in the Mets pen next season.
Victor Caratini

FA Catcher #7

Chandler Rome and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic report that the Astros have reached an agreement with free agent catcher Victor Caratini.

Robert Murray of FanSided adds that it will be a two-year pact. No word yet on the financial details, but this likely signifies that Martin Maldonado will sign elsewhere. Caratini, 30, hit .259/.327/.383 with seven homers and 25 RBI over 226 plate appearances with the Brewers during the 2023 campaign. Expect him to share the load behind the plate with Yainer Diaz.
Marco Gonzales

Pit Starting Pitcher #7

Pirates acquired LHP Marco Gonzales and cash considerations from the Braves for a player to be named later.

The 31-year-old left-hander’s tenure in Atlanta will be remembered fondly. It’s not yet clear how much cash the Braves are sending to the Pirates in the deal, but they’ll be covering a portion of his $12 million salary for 2024. Once considered one of the more reliable left-handed starters in the American League, Gonzales has posted an underwhelming 4.36 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and a 137/68 K/BB ratio over 233 innings in 42 starts over the last two seasons. He’ll bring some stability to an otherwise youthful Bucs’ rotation.
Luis Garcia

FA Relief Pitcher #66

Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that the Angels have agreed to a one-year, $4.25 million contract with right-hander Luis García.

The 36-year-old hurler had a bit of a down year for the Padres in 2023 — posting a 4.07 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and a 53/24 K/BB ratio across 59 2/3 innings in 61 appearances. He’ll another quality, dependable right-handed arm to the middle of the Angels’ bullpen.
Marco Gonzales

Atl Starting Pitcher #7

Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the Pirates have agreed to a deal to acquire left-hander Marco Gonzales from the Braves for a player to be named later and cash considerations.

So the Braves flip Gonzales — who they acquired from the Mariners in the Jarred Kelenic deal on Saturday — to the Pirates and save a bit of cash in the process. The 31-year-old southpaw struggled to a 5.22 ERA over 10 starts for the M’s in 2023, but he’ll help to stabilize a Pirates’ rotation that could use some veteran leadership and moxie. The Braves are expected to cover a portion of the $12 million that’s owed to Gonzales in 2024.

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Yamamoto drawing comparisons to Ohtani, Darvish

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been linked to the likes of the Dodgers and Yankees, but Dan Patrick believes the Giants could swoop in as a dark horse.

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Astros’ Bregman honored to be at the Breeders’ Cup

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2023 World Series has been ‘entertaining’ thus far

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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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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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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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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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Jim Leyland

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

“There was definitely a tear in my eye,” Jim Leyland said.

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Jared Kelenic

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

At one time, Jarred Kelenic was one of baseball’s top young prospects.

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MLB: San Francisco Giants at Los Angeles Angels

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

Kapler was fired by the Giants with three days left in the 2023 regular season after the team failed to make the playoffs for a second straight year.

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MLB: San Diego Padres at Seattle Mariners

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

Martinez, a 33-year-old right-hander, gets $14 million in 2024 and $12 million in 2025. He has the right to opt out after the 2024 World Series and become a free agent again.

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MLB: New York Yankees at Houston Astros

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

Free-agent pitcher Luis Severino and the New York Mets reportedly are finalizing a $13 million, one-year contract

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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