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What to expect from Ohtani in fantasy
Shohei Ohtani ended the speculation, choosing the Los Angeles Angels as his MLB destination. Tristan H. Cockcroft evaluates the fantasy impact of the elite Japanese pitcher/hitter joining the Halos.
Stanton declines trade agreed to with Cards
Giancarlo Stanton has declined a trade that the Miami Marlins worked out with St. Louis, declining to waive his no-trade clause, the Cardinals said in a statement.
Ohtani doesn't make Angels a favorite, but he could make them a contender
Being a two-way player will be a challenge for Shohei Ohtani, but he immediately makes the Angels better and a whole lot more fun to watch.
Prized prospect Ohtani to sign with Angels
Shohei Ohtani, a 23-year-old Japanese right-hander with a 100 mph fastball and devastating left-handed swing, picked the Angels over six other teams, his agent said on Friday.
Fantasy reaction to Gordon's trade to Seattle
Dee Gordon was dealt from Miami to Seattle, sending a bundle of stolen bases from the National League to the American League. Eric Karabell reviews the fantasy spin.
Source: Stanton open to playing for Yankees
National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton of the Marlins would be willing to consider a trade to the New York Yankees, according to ESPN and multiple reports.
Your guide to the winter meetings: Superstars, blockbusters -- and total chaos
It has been a slow offseason so far in Major League Baseball. But as MLB descends on Disney World, all sorts of magic might happen.
Sources: Expect MLB probe after Ohtani choice
Despite repeated warnings by MLB, sources tell ESPN that they wouldn't be surprised if there was an investigation into the process after Shohei Ohtani decides on a team.
Law: Did the Marlins get more than salary relief from the Gordon trade?
Dealing the 2015 Gold Glove winner might be the start of a new exodus of Marlins stars as Miami acquired a trio of prospects to shore up a weak farm system.
Source: Fiers agrees to 1-year deal with Tigers
The Tigers and right-hander Mike Fiers have agreed on a one-year deal worth $6 million, a source told ESPN.
Petit finalizes 2-year, $10M deal with A's
Yusmeiro Petit has finalized his $10 million, two-year contract with the Oakland Athletics after passing a physical Thursday.
Trade grades: Dee Gordon boosts Mariners' lineup -- and their bid for Ohtani
Getting Dee Gordon from the cash-strapped Marlins might solve Seattle's center-field problem. But will the additional bargaining power it gives the Mariners for Shohei Ohtani be the key consideration?
Ranking the Modern Era Hall of Fame candidates
Tigers great Alan Trammell is among the nine players -- plus former union chief Marvin Miller -- getting another shot at Cooperstown. Who are the best bets to get elected on Sunday?
Marlins trade Gordon to Mariners; will play CF
Second baseman Dee Gordon has been traded from the Miami Marlins to the Seattle Mariners, where he's expected to play center field. Seattle also received international slot money from Miami, reported to be $1 million.
Researchers Launch Atlas of Developing Human Brain
UCSF have taken the first step towards a comprehensive atlas of gene expression in cells across the developing human brain.
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O's Gausman to wear No. 34 to honor Halladay
Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman tweeted Thursday that he will wear No. 34 starting next season to honor Roy Halladay, who died in a plane crash in November.
From castoff to 'King Kong': How J.D. Martinez became one of MLB's most sought-after sluggers
After being dumped by the Astros, he remade his swing and is now set to make nine figures on this winter's free-agent market.
The challenge for Ohtani's new team: What comes next
After weeks of wooing, persuading Shohei Ohtani to sign might be the easy part, because his new team must figure out how to sustain his success as a two-way star in Japan.
Cubs, righty Chatwood reach 3-year, $38M deal
Right-hander Tyler Chatwood agreed to a three-year, $38 million contract with the Cubs on Thursday.
What the Cubs need to get done at the winter meetings
With or without Shohei Ohtani in the mix, Chicago has work to do. We created a checklist of priorities the team needs to accomplish in Orlando.