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Former Red Sox pitcher Richards joins Rangers

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 9:43pm
Garrett Richards, who was 7-8 with a 4.87 ERA in a topsy-turvy season for the Boston Red Sox last season, signed a one-year deal on Sunday with the Texas Rangers, who envision the veteran in a relief role.

Mets newcomer Marte slowed by oblique injury

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 6:42pm
Starling Marte has been affected by a left oblique ailment that has prevented him from hitting at all during the Mets' first week of spring training camp.

M's reliever Sadler set for season-ending surgery

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 6:42pm
Mariners reliever Casey Sadler needs season-ending surgery on his injured right shoulder, manager Scott Servais said Sunday.

Astros' Altuve 'surprised' Correa joined Twins

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 3:42pm
Astros second baseman Jose Altuve said Sunday he "was surprised" that Carlos Correa agreed to a contract with the Twins.

Free-agency grades: Can Trevor Story help the Red Sox take the stacked AL East?

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 12:41pm
Colorado's All-Star shortstop is heading to Boston to play second base. Will he move the Red Sox to the top of the new-look AL East?

What is the fantasy baseball impact of the Trevor Story deal?

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 12:41pm
Eric Karabell examines the takeaways, in terms of fantasy baseball, related to the free-agent deal that sends Trevor Story to the Boston Red Sox.

Sources: Red Sox, Story agree to $140M deal

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 9:41am
Trevor Story and the Red Sox have agreed to a six-year, $140 million contract, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Ortiz-funded inquiry says shooting led by kingpin

TEst 4 March 20, 2022 - 9:41am
A Dominican drug trafficker who was jealous of David Ortiz and felt disrespected by him had him shot at a Dominican nightclub in 2019, according to private investigators the former Red Sox slugger hired to look into the attack that nearly killed him.

Sources: Soler to Marlins on 3-year, $36M deal

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 6:34pm
The Miami Marlins got the big bat they were looking for Saturday, adding World Series MVP Jorge Soler on a three-year, $36 million deal, sources told ESPN.

Nats' Martinez happy for more late spring games

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 6:34pm
Nationals manager Dave Martinez believes the six night games on his team's spring-training schedule will get his team "better prepared" for the season.

Cubs agree with LHP Smyly on one-year contract

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 12:31pm
The Cubs are signing left-hander Drew Smyly to a one-year, $5.25 million contract, a source confirmed to ESPN. Smyly, who is coming off a World Series win with the Braves, could earn another $2.5 million in bonuses, the source said.

Active Tigers pick up RHP Pineda for rotation

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 12:31pm
Pitcher Michael Pineda and the Tigers reached a one-year deal Saturday, the latest move by a team that has been active before and after the 99-day lockout.

What happens to Carlos Correa's fantasy value in Minnesota?

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 12:31pm
Tristan H. Cockcroft examines the fantasy impact of the Minnesota Twins' signing of free-agent shortstop Carlos Correa to a multiyear contract.

MLB free-agency grades: A+! Carlos Correa signing a stunning slam dunk for Twins

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 9:30am
Landing this offseason's No. 1 free agent shows busy Minnesota is all-in on winning -- and the Twins might not be done yet.might

Nick Castellanos can really hit, but the Phillies' defense could be really bad

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 6:29am
The Phillies added the best available free-agent bat. But signing Castellanos after already signing Kyle Schwarber brings big questions about Philly's fielding.

Braves boost bullpen with former Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 6:29am
What can the World Series champs expect from the veteran righty this season?

Kenley Jansen signing shakes up fantasy baseball closer rankings

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 6:29am
Kenley Jansen's addition to the Atlanta Braves bullpen creates opportunity for saves in Los Angeles and moves a former closer way down the rankings in Atlanta.

Sources: Correa, Twins agree to 3 years, $105.3M

TEst 4 March 19, 2022 - 12:51am
Shortstop Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins are in agreement on a three-year, $105.3 million contract that includes opt-outs after the first two seasons, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Sources: Castellanos joins Phils with $100M deal

TEst 4 March 18, 2022 - 9:51pm
Free-agent outfielder Nick Castellanos and the Philadelphia Phillies are in agreement on a five-year, $100 million contract, sources familiar with the deal told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Braves sign closer Jansen to 1-year, $16M deal

TEst 4 March 18, 2022 - 9:51pm
Longtime Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen is heading to Atlanta on a one-year, $16 million deal.

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