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Olney: What agent Scott Boras will say -- and what it means

TEst 4 December 1, 2019 - 11:42am
The game's most high-profile agent always shares his thoughts at the winter meetings. Here's how to read between the lines.

Veteran free-agent 1B Bour set to play in Japan

TEst 4 December 1, 2019 - 11:42am
Justin Bour, a 31-year-old first baseman who played for the Angels last season, has reached a basic agreement with the Hanshin Tigers of Japan's Central League.

Report: Veteran 1B Bour set to play in Japan

TEst 4 November 29, 2019 - 11:46pm
Justin Bour, a 31-year-old first baseman who played for the Angels last season, has reached a basic agreement with the Hanshin Tigers of Japan's Central League, according to the Kyodo News agency.

Siwoff, longtime Elias Sports Bureau owner, dies

TEst 4 November 29, 2019 - 5:44pm
Seymour Siwoff, who owned the Elias Sports Bureau for more than 70 years before selling it to his grandson in March 2018, died Friday at age 99.

ADHD drug exemptions in '19 lowest in decade

TEst 4 November 29, 2019 - 2:44pm
Major League Baseball issued 91 therapeutic use exemptions for ADHD drugs in the year ending with the 2019 World Series, the lowest level since the sport started issuing annual reports in 2008.

Mr. Niche Guy: The best free-agent fits for very specific needs

TEst 4 November 29, 2019 - 5:42am
Pining for a pitcher who can induce double plays? How about a hitter who can make contact in key spots? Here are the best options out there to fill holes this winter.

Source: Gomes returns to Nats on $10M deal

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 8:57pm
Veteran catcher Yan Gomes has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Nationals, sources told ESPN.

Reports: Orioles put Villar on outright waivers

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 2:55pm
The Orioles put Jonathan Villar, who had a career year last season, on waivers after they were unable to find a suitable trade partner for him before Monday's non-tender deadline, according to MASN Sports.

Twins' Polanco recovering from ankle surgery

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 2:55pm
Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco is rehabilitating from arthroscopic surgery on his right ankle and is expected to be fully recovered in plenty of time for spring training.

Rays acquire O'Grady from Reds, cut 1B Aguilar

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 2:55pm
The Rays have acquired minor leaguer Brian O'Grady from the Reds for a player to be named and cash while also designating first baseman Jesus Aguilar for assignment

Padres deal Urias to Brewers, bring on Pomeranz

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 2:55pm
The Brewers have acquired Luis Urias and Eric Lauer from the Padres for Trent Grisham and Zach Davies. They also signed lefty reliever Drew Pomeranz to a four-year deal, sources said.

Pirates turn to Twins' Shelton as new manager

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 11:55am
Derek Shelton, who spent the past two seasons as the Twins' bench coach, has been hired as the Pirates' manager.

Surprising prospect swap could be a win-win for Padres, Brewers

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 11:55am
San Diego shipped infielder Luis Urias to Milwaukee for outfielder Trent Grisham in a pre-Thanksgiving deal with upside for both teams.

Source: Pads deal Urias to Brewers for Grisham

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 8:55am
The Brewers have acquired infielder Luis Urias and left-hander Eric Lauer from the San Diego Padres for outfielder Trent Grisham and right-hander Zach Davies, a source told ESPN.

Source: Rangers reach deal with righty Gibson

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 8:55am
Former Twins right-hander Kyle Gibson has agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with the Rangers, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Now we got bad blood: Davis latest to face wrath of jilted fans

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 8:55am
Deion Sanders, Bryce Harper and even his current Lakers teammate LeBron James know what Anthony Davis is about to go through in New Orleans.

10 players (not named Betts or Lindor) who could get traded this winter

TEst 4 November 27, 2019 - 5:55am
Some intriguing players might change teams this offseason -- if the right deal comes along.

Veteran catcher Vogt reaches deal with D-backs

TEst 4 November 26, 2019 - 8:32pm
Catcher Stephen Vogt, a two-time All-Star, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Diamondbacks. Vogt spent this past season with the Giants.

Astros begin catching overhaul, sign Garneau

TEst 4 November 26, 2019 - 5:30pm
With Robinson Chirinos and Martín Maldonado off to free agency, the Houston Astros began an offseason catching rebuild, signing Dustin Garneau as a backup.

Sources: Veteran C Vogt has Diamondbacks' deal

TEst 4 November 26, 2019 - 5:30pm
Catcher Stephen Vogt, a two-time All-Star, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. Vogt spent this past season with the Giants.

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