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sports19 days ago•32 min saved

Yankees Re-sign Goldschmidt on Short Deal to Bolster Platoon at First Base

The New York Yankees reportedly re-signed Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year deal worth about $5 million or less, bringing the veteran back to the Bronx as a platoon option at first base and a leadership presence. New York is also seeking balance with a right-handed bat elsewhere, and Goldschmidt’s return helps cover first base and DH duties while the club runs back a similar roster. The deal carries CBT implications and comes amid chatter that other teams; Goldschmidt performed well against left-handed pitching and remains a trusted clubhouse presence as the Yankees navigate a full 40-man roster heading into spring training.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#first-base-platoon #mlb-free-agency #new-york-yankees

baseball19 days ago•15 min saved

Valdez Signs with Tigers, Sparking a Busy Pitching Market

Framber Valdez signed a three-year, $115 million deal with the Detroit Tigers to anchor the rotation alongside Tarik Skubal, a move that sharpens the free-agent market and keeps other top arms—like Zac Gallen and several others (Bassitt, Giolito, Verlander, Scherzer)—in play for teams such as the Orioles, Twins, and Pirates. Baltimore faces draft-pick penalties if they pursue Gallen, while budget constraints and tax implications shape how aggressively teams pursue high-end starters; the Yankees reportedly cooled on a Valdez pursuit after re-signing Cody Bellinger, and Minnesota’s front office changes signal broader retooling as the market moves forward.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#baseball #detroit-tigers #framber-valdez

baseball21 days ago•30 min saved

Pirates Enter Framber Valdez Market in Aggressive Pursuit

Pirates have joined a crowded market for left-hander Framber Valdez after he declined the Astros’ qualifying offer, a pursuit that would likely require a multi-year, potentially franchise-record contract and could cost Pittsburgh a top draft pick. The bid would bolster Pittsburgh’s rotation depth and, if paired with strategic moves for hitting, signals a bold push into the upper end of MLB payroll in a bid to transform their title contending window.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#baseball #framber-valdez #franchise-record-contract

sports22 days ago•22 min saved

Blue Jays Keep Framber Valdez In Their Sights

The Blue Jays remain in on free-agent starter Framber Valdez, having met him at the GM Meetings, and see him as a high-end #2 with ace potential to bolster a rotation that already includes Cease, Gausman, Bieber, Yesavage, Ponce and Berríos. Valdez’s late-season slump and age 32 temper expectations for a long-term deal, though Toronto could circle back if his market softens; they’re also weighing cheaper options like Max Scherzer. Signing Valdez would push Toronto’s CBT payroll toward the top of the MLB scale, reflecting its aggressive spending.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#blue-jays #framber-valdez #mlb-free-agency

baseball24 days ago•33 min saved

Geno Returns to Cincinnati on a One-Year Reds Deal

Eugenio Suarez signed a one-year, $15 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds, with a mutual option for 2027 (reported at $16 million). The deal — contingent on a 40-man roster spot and a physical — brings Suarez back to Cincinnati after a power-filled season, giving the Reds a veteran middle-order bat as they navigate budget and broadcast-deal uncertainties.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#baseball #cincinnati-reds #eugenio-suarez

mlb25 days ago•24 min saved

Yankees Eye Goldschmidt Reunion, With Martinez and Slater in the Mix

Reports link the Yankees to a Paul Goldschmidt reunion while also targeting Nick Martinez and Austin Slater, with Slater reportedly receiving a major-league offer earlier this offseason as New York reshapes its roster amid payroll and rotation questions.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#austin-slater #goldschmidt #mlb

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Bader Embraces Giants as the Perfect Fit for His Next Chapter

Harrison Bader signed a two-year, $20.5 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, calling the move a perfect fit to maximize playing time on a winning team. He praised the Giants’ talent, new front office and coaching staff, and referenced familiar teammates like Matt Chapman and Willy Adames (and Rafael Devers) to illustrate the roster’s upside as he enters his seventh MLB club.

via NBC Sports Bay Area & California|

#baseball #harrison-bader #mlb-free-agency

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Tucker Chooses Dodgers Over Mets and Blue Jays, Eyes Three-Peat

Kyle Tucker signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, turning down offers from the New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays. The four-year, $240 million contract (averaging $60 million per year with opt-outs after years two and three) was described as a strong fit for the Dodgers by GM Brandon Gomes. Tucker praised the organization’s top-to-bottom excellence and hinted at pursuing a third straight title with the Dodgers’ core.

via Heavy Sports|

#blue-jays #dodgers #kyle-tucker

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Bichette chooses the Mets over rivals on a $126M three-year pact

Bo Bichette left the Blue Jays for the New York Mets on a three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs after the first two years. He cited the Mets’ commitment to winning every year, a roster built for contention, and playing in NYC’s passionate market as decisive factors, noting he valued the chance to pursue a World Series with a storied franchise. He acknowledged talks with Toronto but felt moving to the Mets was the clear decision, and he’ll shift to third base as he helps push the Mets back toward the postseason.

via Sports Illustrated|

#baseball #bo-bichette #mlb-free-agency

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Yankees lock in Bellinger on a lucrative multi-year pact

The New York Yankees re-signed Cody Bellinger to a five-year, $162.5 million contract with a $20 million signing bonus, a full no-trade clause, no deferred money, and opt-outs after the second and third seasons. The 30-year-old had a standout 2025 season (.272/.334/.480, 29 HR, 98 RBI, 13 SB in 152 games) with strong defensive metrics, enabling the Yankees to envision a powerful 2026 lineup alongside Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. After leading MLB in runs in the regular season, New York was eliminated by the Blue Jays in the ALDS in 2025.

via theScore.com|

#cody-bellinger #defense-metrics #five-year-contract

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Bellinger Free Agency Narrows as Mets Acquire Robert Jr.; Yankees Take Lead

After the Mets traded for Luis Robert Jr., Cody Bellinger's free-agent market narrowed, with the Yankees emerging as the favorite after reportedly presenting a five-year, $160 million offer with opt-outs; other teams have shown limited buzz, and while Boras has cited Giants, Reds and Angels as possible suitors, there hasn't been sustained interest, keeping the Yankees in the driver's seat for now.

via Bleacher Report|

#cody-bellinger #luis-robert-jr #mlb-free-agency

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Blue Jays Readying Bellinger Bid as Free-Agent Decision Looms

The Blue Jays are pursuing Cody Bellinger and expect a quick decision as he weighs offers from multiple teams, with the Yankees as a key rival; after Kyle Tucker signed with the Dodgers, Toronto could bolster its outfield without trading prospects, while Mets and Cubs are among other suitors and a decision is imminent.

via Sports Illustrated|

#baseball #cody-bellinger #mlb-free-agency

mets-morning-news1 month ago•19 min saved

Bo Bichette Signs With Mets, Sparks Infield Shake-Up

The Mets sign Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million deal, with Cody Bellinger still a potential target; Framber Valdez’ market is heating up among several teams, as MLB winter headlines expand across the NL East and beyond.

via Amazin' Avenue|

#bo-bichette-signing #cody-bellinger #framber-valdez

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Blue Jays Seize Opening for Cody Bellinger as Yankees Hold Back

The New York Yankees are reportedly not entering a bidding war for Cody Bellinger, giving the Toronto Blue Jays a clear path to pursue the star outfielder. Bellinger’s strong 2025 season (around .272 with 29 HR, 98 RBIs) makes him an attractive target, and Toronto could leverage a longer-term deal—potentially seven years—to outpace the Yankees’ five-year proposal. With rivals like Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette moving elsewhere, the Blue Jays appear poised to capitalize on the reduced competition and land a premium bat.

via Sports Illustrated|

#blue-jays #cody-bellinger #kyle-tucker

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Dodgers woo Tucker with four-year, $240M pact after rejecting Blue Jays offer

Kyle Tucker reportedly rejected Toronto's 10-year, $350 million offer and signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers for four years and $240 million, including a large signing bonus and deferrals/opt-outs that push the present-day AAV above $57.1 million. The Jays reportedly led the bid by about $110 million in total value, while New York had previously offered $220 million with no deferrals before pivoting to Bo Bichette; the deal reinforces a heated cross-border rivalry, and Tucker is slated to play in Toronto in 2026 for a World Series rematch.

via theScore.com|

#blue-jays #dodgers #kyle-tucker