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Brewers sign Zimmermann to minor league deal

TEst 4 February 9, 2021 - 2:47pm
Jordan Zimmermann, who had a 25-41 record with a 5.63 ERA for Detroit over the past five seasons, is returning to the NL after reaching a minor league deal with the Brewers.

Vaccine not required under MLB's COVID protocol

TEst 4 February 9, 2021 - 11:47am
The health and safety protocols agreed upon by Major League Baseball and the players' union covers everything from the start of spring training to a potential delay to the start of the postseason and includes diagrams on socially distanced drills.

Sources: Versatile Villar, Mets reach 1-year deal

TEst 4 February 9, 2021 - 8:47am
Jonathan Villar, who can play both the infield and outfield, has reached a one-year deal with the Mets, sources confirmed to ESPN. He hit .232 for the Marlins and Blue Jays during 2020.

4 million extra bobbleheads? 2020's lost MLB giveaways could be a jackpot for fans

TEst 4 February 9, 2021 - 5:47am
After a year of empty ballparks, teams have tons of leftover promo items heading into the 2021 season.

MLB renews some rules in agreement with union

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 8:45pm
MLB is bringing back seven-inning doubleheaders and runners on second base in extra innings as part of its agreement on health protocols with the MLBPA.

Cardinals bring back Molina for 18th season

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 8:45pm
The Cardinals are bringing back Yadier Molina, with a source confirming to ESPN that it will be on a 1-year, $9 million deal.

Report: MLB slightly deadens ball amid HR surge

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 2:44pm
MLB is slightly deadening its baseball in an effort to combat a years-long surge in home runs, a source confirmed to the AP.

Angels agree to 2-year, $8.5M deal with Ohtani

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 2:44pm
The Angels avoided arbitration with Shohei Ohtani, agreeing to a two-year, $8.5 million deal with the two-way player on Monday.

Cubs to alter hiring process amid Porter probe

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 11:44am
Jed Hoyer says the Cubs will change their hiring process amid an internal investigation into former executive Jared Porter's misconduct toward a female reporter.

Reds add veteran left-hander Doolittle to bullpen

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 11:44am
Veteran left-handed reliever Sean Doolittle has signed a one-year deal with the Reds.

Finding the best fit for top 10 remaining MLB free agents

TEst 4 February 8, 2021 - 5:43am
From All-Stars to innings-eaters, there are still good players available just before spring training begins. We find a home for the most intriguing names on the market.

ESPN baseball reporter Pedro Gomez dies at 58

TEst 4 February 7, 2021 - 8:59pm
Pedro Gomez, an ESPN reporter since 2003 and one of the country's foremost baseball journalists, died Sunday at age 58.

How MLB might still end up with expanded playoffs

TEst 4 February 7, 2021 - 5:56am
The possibility for more teams in the MLB playoffs isn't dead yet. And that card, if it is played, could pay dividends for the players.

Trevor Bauer-to-Los Angeles Dodgers fallout: How can he be worth $40 million in 2021? What should Mets do from here?

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 11:44pm
After a deal that makes the 2020 NL Cy Young winner the highest-paid player in MLB history, we examine what it means for L.A.'s new ace -- and the team that just missed landing him.

GM: Braves World Series-caliber with Ozuna back

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 5:42pm
Marcell Ozuna's return to the Braves has Atlanta general manager Alex Anthopoulos believing he has a "World Series-caliber club."

Why A's and Rangers made unusual Elvis Andrus-Khris Davis trade

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 2:42pm
Popular veteran players traded in the same division is something you don't see happen often. Here's what went into Saturday's AL West-to-AL West swap.

Rangers deal fan-favorite Andrus to A's for Davis

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 2:42pm
The A's have acquired shortstop Elvis Andrus and another player for designated hitter Khris Davis and a pair of prospects from the Rangers.

Sources: Rangers deal Andrus to A's for Davis

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 11:42am
The A's are acquiring shortstop Elvis Andrus and another player for designated hitter Khris Davis and a pair of prospects from the Rangers, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Reports: Astros, Correa agree to $11.7M contract

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 11:42am
The Astros and shortstop Carlos Correa have avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $11.7 million contract, according to multiple reports.

Trevor Bauer to Dodgers fallout: How can he be worth $40 million in 2021? What should Mets do from here?

TEst 4 February 6, 2021 - 5:41am
After a deal that makes the 2020 NL Cy Young winner the highest-paid player in MLB history, we examine what it means for L.A.'s new ace -- and the team that just missed landing him.

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