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Sources: Ohtani to defer $680M in Dodgers deal
Shohei Ohtani's 10-year contract with the Dodgers will see him defer $68 million of his annual $70 million salary, sources said.
Braves fill three vacancies on coaching staff
The Braves filled three openings on their coaching staff by promoting Matt Tuiasosopo and Tom Goodwin from the minor leagues and hiring Erick Abreu.
Dodgers-Yanks trade opens roster spot for Ohtani
The Yankees have sent 2021 first-round pick Trey Sweeney to the Dodgers in a three-player trade that opens up a 40-man roster spot for Shohei Ohtani.
2-time World Series champion Vic Davalillo dies
Vic Davalillo, a World Series champion with the '71 Pirates and '73 Athletics and the first Venezuelan-born player to win a Gold Glove, died Dec. 6.
Bettors flocked to Jays ahead of Ohtani decision
Amid rumors of Shohei Ohtani's interest in the Blue Jays on Friday, bettors at sportsbooks in the United States and Canada rushed to bet on Toronto to win the World Series.
Reports: Guardians, C Hedges agree on $4M deal
The Cleveland Guardians are reuniting with Austin Hedges, agreeing on Sunday with the popular catcher on a $4 million, one-year contract, according to multiple reports, two months removed from the veteran helping the Texas Rangers to a World Series title.
Marlins get Bethancourt in trade with Guardians
Christian Bethancourt, who hit .225 with 11 homers and 33 RBIs for Tampa Bay before he was acquired by Cleveland after the season, has been traded to the Marlins.
Sources: Royals add reliever Smith on $5M deal
Will Smith, who has won World Series titles for the past three seasons, agreed to a $5 million deal with the Royals and could serve as the team's closer, sources told ESPN.
Reports: Tigers, LHP Chafin agree to 1-year deal
The Detroit Tigers reached a one-year, $4.25 million deal with veteran left-hander Andrew Chafin that includes a club option for 2025, according to multiple reports.
Fans in Japan celebrate Ohtani's record deal
Baseball fans across Japan lined up to buy special newspaper editions announcing Shohei Ohtani's record deal with the Dodgers.
Passan: Ohtani's new contract is just his latest feat to shock the world
For six years, he has amazed us on the field. After signing a record-setting contract -- $700 million! -- with the Dodgers, he has done it off the field too.
White Sox get veteran catcher Stassi from Braves
The White Sox acquired catcher Max Stassi and cash considerations from the Braves on Saturday, it was announced.
Ohtani joining Dodgers on 10-year, $700M deal
Shohei Ohtani is signing the largest contract in baseball history, reaching a 10-year, $700 million deal to join the Dodgers.
Giants give Tsutsugo, Jefferies minor league deals
The San Francisco Giants agreed to minor league contracts Friday with Japanese first baseman and outfielder Yoshitomo Tsutsugo and right-hander Daulton Jefferies.
Red Sox add O'Neill, send 2 pitchers to Cardinals
The Red Sox on Friday acquired outfielder Tyler O'Neill in a trade with the Cardinals, who added Nick Robertson and Victor Santos in return.
Braves acquire INF Fletcher, C Stassi from Angels
The Atlanta Braves acquired infielder David Fletcher and catcher Max Stassi from the Los Angeles Angels for first baseman Evan White and left-handed reliever Tyler Thomas on Friday.
MD Senate leader voices concern over O's lease
The president of Maryland's state Senate expressed concerns Friday about tying the Baltimore Orioles' new lease at Camden Yards to an agreement on development near the ballpark.
Sources: Mets add reliever Lopez on 1-year deal
Right-hander Jorge Lopez and the Mets agreed on a one-year, $2 million contract Thursday, sources said, as New York continues to bolster its depth.
Kimbrel on urgency of joining O's: 'I want to win'
Craig Kimbrel expressed a bit of urgency after joining the Baltimore, saying he hopes to help the Orioles return to the playoffs.
Yanks' logic for Soto deal: 'Future is always now'
The Yankees, armed with the belief that "the future is always now," continued their efforts to "make this the mecca of baseball" by trading for Juan Soto.