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Sources: MLB finds teen prospect falsified age
A teenage prospect in the Dominican Republic who verbally agreed to sign with the Padres was found to have falsified paperwork and is five years older than previously believed.
Reports: LHP Manaea opts out of deal with Mets
Left-hander Sean Manaea declined his $13.5 million option with the Mets for next season and will test free agency for a third consecutive offseason, according to multiple reports.
Sánchez cut loose as Brewers nix mutual option
Gary Sánchez's $11 million mutual option for 2025 has been declined by the Brewers, making the catcher a free agent.
Sources: Yankees ace Cole opts out of contract
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opted out of his contract, leaving the team with the ability to ensure he remains in New York by adding an additional year at $36 million to the four years and $144 million that was remaining on the contract, sources told ESPN.
Sources: LHP Ray opts to remain with Giants
Giants left-hander Robbie Ray did not opt out of the remaining two years and $50 million on his contract, sources told ESPN.
Rizzo's $17 million option declined by Yankees
Anthony Rizzo's $17 million option for 2025 was declined Saturday by the New York Yankees in favor of a $6 million buyout, making the first baseman a free agent.
Braves reach 2-year, $13M deal with Bummer
The Braves agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with lefty Aaron Bummer and reached a revised three-year, $30 million deal with Reynaldo Lopez.
Sources: Cubs' Bellinger opts in for next season
Cubs infielder/outfielder Cody Bellinger has decided to stay in Chicago after opting into his contract for the 2025 season, sources told ESPN.
Source: Pederson declines option with D-backs
Diamondbacks designated hitter Joc Pederson has declined his mutual option for the 2025 season and will be a free agent, a source told ESPN.
Ohtani, Yamamoto help WS ratings soar in Japan
With Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto making their first appearance, the World Series averaged 12.9 million viewers in Japan, the most-watched Fall Classic in the nation's history.
Pagán exercises $8M option, remains with Reds
Right-hander Emilio Pagán exercised his $8 million option for 2025 on Saturday, remaining with the Reds rather than becoming a free agent.
Emotions hit Kershaw at parade 'long time coming'
Clayton Kershaw was hit with the emotions of finally celebrating a World Series championship with the city of Los Angeles on Friday during the Dodgers' downtown parade.
Yanks pick up closer Weaver's option for $2.5M
Luke Weaver, who took over as the Yankees closer in September, had his 2025 option exercised by the team for $2.5 million.
Giants' Snell, 2-time Cy Young winner, opts out
Left-hander Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, has exercised his right to opt out of his contract with the San Francisco Giants to become a free agent.
Report: Montgomery opts in for $22.5M in '25
Left-hander Jordan Montgomery has exercised his $22.5 million player option to remain with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to MLB.com.
Minasian promoted to Giants' general manager
Zack Minasian and was promoted to general manager of the Giants on Friday, joining the Angels' Perry Minasian to make the brothers both major league GMs.
White Sox decline options on Moncada, Stassi
The White Sox declined a $25 million option on third baseman Yoán Moncada and a $7.5 million option on catcher Max Stassi.
Twins decline options on INF Farmer, OF Margot
The Twins have declined options on Infielder Kyle Farmer and outfielder Manuel Margot, making both players free agents.
Mariners decline $12M option on veteran Polanco
The Seattle Mariners have declined their $12 million option on second baseman Jorge Polanco, allowing him to become a free agent.
Dodgers roll through L.A. to celebrate Series title
The Dodgers celebrated their eighth World Series championship with a downtown parade and a stadium gathering.
