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Sources: Royals add reliever Smith on $5M deal
Will Smith, who has won World Series titles for the past three seasons, agreed to a $5 million deal with the Royals and could serve as the team's closer, sources told ESPN.
Reports: Tigers, LHP Chafin agree to 1-year deal
The Detroit Tigers reached a one-year, $4.25 million deal with veteran left-hander Andrew Chafin that includes a club option for 2025, according to multiple reports.
Fans in Japan celebrate Ohtani's record deal
Baseball fans across Japan lined up to buy special newspaper editions announcing Shohei Ohtani's record deal with the Dodgers.
Passan: Ohtani's new contract is just his latest feat to shock the world
For six years, he has amazed us on the field. After signing a record-setting contract -- $700 million! -- with the Dodgers, he has done it off the field too.
White Sox get veteran catcher Stassi from Braves
The White Sox acquired catcher Max Stassi and cash considerations from the Braves on Saturday, it was announced.
Ohtani joining Dodgers on 10-year, $700M deal
Shohei Ohtani is signing the largest contract in baseball history, reaching a 10-year, $700 million deal to join the Dodgers.
Giants give Tsutsugo, Jefferies minor league deals
The San Francisco Giants agreed to minor league contracts Friday with Japanese first baseman and outfielder Yoshitomo Tsutsugo and right-hander Daulton Jefferies.
Red Sox add O'Neill, send 2 pitchers to Cardinals
The Red Sox on Friday acquired outfielder Tyler O'Neill in a trade with the Cardinals, who added Nick Robertson and Victor Santos in return.
Braves acquire INF Fletcher, C Stassi from Angels
The Atlanta Braves acquired infielder David Fletcher and catcher Max Stassi from the Los Angeles Angels for first baseman Evan White and left-handed reliever Tyler Thomas on Friday.
MD Senate leader voices concern over O's lease
The president of Maryland's state Senate expressed concerns Friday about tying the Baltimore Orioles' new lease at Camden Yards to an agreement on development near the ballpark.
Sources: Mets add reliever Lopez on 1-year deal
Right-hander Jorge Lopez and the Mets agreed on a one-year, $2 million contract Thursday, sources said, as New York continues to bolster its depth.
Kimbrel on urgency of joining O's: 'I want to win'
Craig Kimbrel expressed a bit of urgency after joining the Baltimore, saying he hopes to help the Orioles return to the playoffs.
Yanks' logic for Soto deal: 'Future is always now'
The Yankees, armed with the belief that "the future is always now," continued their efforts to "make this the mecca of baseball" by trading for Juan Soto.
Shohei Ohtani dominoes: Predicting the moves that will follow once the No. 1 free agent signs
Once Ohtani picks a destination, here's how the rest of his free agency suitors could pivot.
Reports: Nats, 3B Senzel agree to 1-year deal
Third baseman Nick Senzel and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal, according to multiple reports.
Sources: Candelario, Reds agree to 3-year deal
Infielder Jeimer Candelario and the Reds agreed Thursday on a three-year, $45 million contract that includes a club option for $15 million in 2027, sources said.
Yankees get Soto in 7-player deal with Padres
The Yankees acquired Padres slugger Juan Soto in a seven-player trade, adding him to a potent outfield mix that includes Alex Verdugo and Aaron Judge.
Sources: D-backs land E-Rod for 4 years, $80M
Left-handed starter Eduardo Rodriguez and the Diamondbacks are in agreement on a four-year contract for around $20 million a year, sources told ESPN.
Mets owner Cohen met with Yamamoto in Japan
Mets owner Steve Cohen traveled to Japan to meet with coveted Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto and his family before the winter meetings.
Yankees lose three minor leaguers in Rule 5 draft
The Yankees lost three minor league pitchers Wednesday in the major league phase of the Rule 5 draft.