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L.A.'s pivot after missing out on Gerrit Cole could work out just fine -- if the Angels can land some pitching.

Free-agent third baseman Anthony Rendon has agreed to a contract with the Los Angeles Angels, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Spending $245 million on the star third baseman might be the biggest move L.A. makes, but it won't be the last.

A day after the Yankees agreed to a deal with pitcher Gerrit Cole, their GM and manager had strong praise for the biggest prize of the free-agent market.

This is your one-stop shop for free-agent signings, blockbuster trades and the latest rumors and buzz.

Former Oakland closer Blake Treinen will joined the Dodgers with a one-year, $10 million deal, sources said.

Right-hander Josh Lindblom, who went 20-3 with a 2.50 ERA pitching in South Korea this past season, has agreed to a three-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Right-hander Tanner Roark, who went 10-10 with a 4.35 ERA in 31 starts for Cincinnati and Oakland last season, has reached an agreement with the Blue Jays, sources told ESPN.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said Wednesday that nearly 60 witnesses have been interviewed in the ongoing investigation into sign-stealing allegations regarding the Houston Astros. Manfred wouldn't predict how long the investigation will last.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said that all ballparks will have expanded netting by the start of the season.

Michael Wacha, who went 6-7 with a 4.76 ERA in 29 games (24 starts) last season for the Cardinals, has reached a one-year deal with the Mets, a source told ESPN.

This is your one-stop shop for free-agent signings, blockbuster trades and the latest rumors and buzz.

White Sox announcer Ken "Hawk" Harrelson has won the Hall of Fame's Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in broadcasting.

The agent for Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo said the team isn't working toward an extension for the All-Star at this time.

An MLB study has found that balls were not juiced during the '19 season. Instead, a decrease in the average seam height on baseballs led to a more aerodynamic ball that travels farther when hit. Also, players have adapted swings to create more power.

After two aces earned a combined $569 million in a two-day span, we look at the most lucrative pitching paydays in MLB history.

With Gerrit Cole signed, Cashman has already won the winter.

Here's how the Angels can still put themselves in the playoff picture.

The Yankees now have baseball's best pitcher and the Astros (and 28 other teams) do not. It was worth the $324 million gamble.

The Rangers have traded outfielder Nomar Mazara to the White Sox for top prospect Steele Walker, the teams announced Tuesday.