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Bidding for Shohei Ohtani already over $500 million?

Shohei Ohtani is apparently a lock to become the highest-paid athlete ever in North American sports. Ohtani is the biggest free agent in baseball, and he is said to be nearing a decision regarding which team he will sign with. The Chicago Cubs, Los …

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Brewers close to bringing back ex-All-Star pitcher in free agency

While manager Craig Counsell may have flocked for greener pastures, one Milwaukee Brewers veteran is pulling a Jordan Belfort and not leaving. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported Sunday that the Brewers are moving closer to a new deal with free …

Shohei Ohtani in a red Angels uniform

Report: Shohei Ohtani closing in on free agency decision

Shohei Ohtani will not be dragging his free agency out very long, according to a new report. Ohtani’s free agent negotiations are already entering their “final stretch,” according to Ben Nicholson-Smith of SportsNet. A small group …

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts looking on

Dodgers bringing back fan-favorite pitcher

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to play the hits for their fans. Robert Murray of FanSided reported Saturday that the Dodgers are very close to an agreement with free agent reliever Joe Kelly. Murray adds that “all indications” are a …

Juan Soto in the field

AL contender reportedly enters Juan Soto trade talks

Trade interest in San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto is heating up, and a new American League contender appears to have entered the bidding. The Toronto Blue Jays have discussed a Soto trade with the Padres, according to Ken Rosenthal, Dennis Lin, …

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Padres linked to ex-World Series champion catcher

The San Diego Padres need to cut payroll this offseason, but there may be a particular target out there who can give them plenty of bang for their buck. Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported that the Houston Astros are facing some competition from …

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Rays open to trading All-Star outfielder?

The Tampa Bay Rays are rarely quiet when it comes to offseason trades, and they could be open to a significant one in the coming weeks. The Rays are at least willing to listen to trade interest for star outfielder Randy Arozarena, according to Jeff …

Gabe Kapler in a Giants cap

Gabe Kapler lands front office job with NL team after Giants firing

Gabe Kapler is going from one coastal city to another. Craig Mish of the Miami Herald reports Friday that the Miami Marlins are hiring Kapler to join their front office as the assistant general manager. The ex-San Francisco Giants manager Kapler will …

Shohei Ohtani smiling

Report: 3 top teams out of Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes

It appears the true market for free-agent superstar Shohei Ohtani is starting to take shape. Ohtani is all but certain to sign a record contract this offseason, which means he will likely land with a team that has deep pockets and a high payroll. …

Steve Cohen looks on

Mets targeting former World Series champion starting pitcher?

You certainly cannot accuse David Stearns of being asleep at the wheel in his first several weeks in charge of the New York Mets front office. Mets insider Mike Mayer of Metsmerized reported Wednesday that the Mets have shown interest in lefty …

Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the field

Dodgers a strong contender for Yoshinobu Yamamoto too?

The Los Angeles Dodgers are believed to be the favorites to sign Shohei Ohtani in free agency. They apparently have a strong plan B just in case they don’t sign the two-way star. SNY’s Andy Martino reported on Wednesday that the Dodgers …

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Mets to sign former Yankees All-Star to 1-year contract

The New York Mets are hoping to make a reclamation project out of a former New York Yankee. The Mets are signing former All-Star pitcher Luis Severino to a one-year deal, according to multiple reports. Jeff Passan of ESPN reported that the contract …

Brian Cashman at a press conference

Report: Yankees made huge gesture to try to attract 1 star free agent

The New York Yankees are desperate to land one big free agent this offseason — so desperate, in fact, that they have spent an entire year making a big gesture to try to land their preferred target. The Yankees have been strongly linked to …

A San Diego Padres hat resting on a glove

Padres coach leaving for another team after missing out on manager job

After failing to get the big promotion, a San Diego Padres coach has decided to dip. Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic reported Wednesday that Padres bench coach Ryan Flaherty is expected to be named to the same position for the Chicago Cubs. Flaherty …

Vladimir Guerrero Jr in a hat

Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s younger brother signing with big NL team

There is about to be another member of the Guerrero clan in Major League Baseball. New York Mets insider Mike Mayer of Metsmerized reports this week that Vladi Miguel Guerrero is expected to sign with the New York Mets during the 2024 international …

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Dodgers hiring 7-time All-Star slugger as advisor

The Los Angeles Dodgers are giving a post-retirement job to The Cruz Missile. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reported on Wednesday that the Dodgers have hired former MLB slugger Nelson Cruz to join their organization as an advisor. Ardaya adds that …

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