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Todd Frazier inks deal with Mets, source says
Free agent Todd Frazier is leaving the Yankees for the crosstown rival Mets, a source told ESPN's Jerry Crasnick.
3B Suarez has arbitration hearing with Reds
Reds infielder Eugenio Suarez went to arbitration, asking a panel for a raise from $595,000 to $4.2 million rather than the Reds' offer of $3.75 million.
Thames promoted to Yankees hitting coach
Marcus Thames was promoted to hitting coach by the New York Yankees, replacing Alan Cockrell on the staff of new manager Aaron Boone.
Rookie sleepers for all 30 teams
Not every player who breaks into the show arrives with top-prospect status. Who is ready to contribute now and become part of his team's plans this spring?
Source: Astros, OF Springer avoid arbitration
Outfielder George Springer and the Houston Astros have avoided arbitration by agreeing to a two-year, $24 million contract, according to ESPN and multiple reports.
Dominican Republic ends Caribbean Series skid
Francisley Bueno pitched six scoreless innings, Edwin Espinal had two RBIs, and the Dominican Republic beat Puerto Rico 6-3 on Sunday to break an 11-game losing streak -- the second-longest in Caribbean Series history.
Rangers sign Colon to minor league deal
Bartolo Colon signed a minor league deal with the Rangers and was invited to big league spring training, the club announced on Sunday.
Is a free-agent spring training camp an actual possibility?
The last time baseball had this many unsigned free agents this late was in the strike year of 1995. Could the players waiting to come to terms boot up a new edition of the "Homestead Homies" if this offseason's waiting game lasts into spring training?
Who does ZiPS project to be the top 100 prospects of 2018?
Crunching the numbers to forecast the future provides a slightly different read on who baseball's best prospects might be, but they might also embrace Ronald Acuña's future stardom.
Legalization of sports betting landing page
Where do we stand in the move toward the legalization of sports betting in the United States? Here is ESPN Chalk's one-stop shop of all relevant content, as we await to Supreme Court's ruling on the New Jersey case.
Giles, Hechavarria win arbitration; Osuna loses
Players are 5-2 in arbitration this year after Houston closer Ken Giles and Tampa Bay shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria have won their cases and Toronto closer Roberto Osuna lost his.
Olney: Is the union ready for a spring training showdown?
Tweets about a frustrating winter are one thing, but if players want to force action, then MLBPA chief Tony Clark has to have answers -- and a plan.
Jed Hoyer makes Super Bowl pick, talks pivotal year for Cubs
When his Pats are in the big game, Chicago's GM has a tendency to nail the score. On his way to Arizona, Jed Hoyer talks football and Cubs' hopes.
Thome anti Chief Wahoo logo on HOF plaque
Jim Thome said he doesn't want to be depicted wearing a cap with the Indians' Chief Wahoo logo on it on his Cooperstown plaque.
Realmuto loses arbitration case, to get $2.9M
J.T. Realmuto was given a $2.9 million salary Friday instead of his request for $3.5 million. Justin Bour was awarded $3.4 million instead of Miami's $3 million offer.
Agent: 'Fight is brewing' over slow MLB market
Agent Brodie Van Wagenen, who reps several prominent MLB players, said in a statement on Friday that 'there is a rising tide among players for radical change.' His remarks come during a dormant winter for baseball free agency.
Here's what to watch for in the Caribbean Series
Winter league champions from Puerto Rico, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Venezuela and host Mexico are showcased in the annual baseball classic.
Displaced Puerto Rican players find a haven in nearby Caribbean winter leagues
After Hurricane Maria shortened the season on the devastated island, Jovan Rosa found a spot with Mexico's Mayos de Navojoa.
Life lessons from Brian Cashman: How to succeed in the Bronx while really trying
What sort of self-help book-worthy wisdom could the Yankees' GM provide after two decades working for the game's premiere franchise?
MLB: No pitch clock if union OKs pace changes
As MLB aims to reduce the average game time, it prefers a collaborative effort with the players and has integrated ideas from the players in its latest proposal.