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What dy$function? Mets' megadeal for Scherzer proves money changes everything

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 2:42pm
The Mets had a disastrous 2021 and the beginnings of a tumultuous offseason. That's all erased with Max Scherzer's record-shattering new contract.

Sources: Playoff pitch, draft lottery in CBA talks

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 2:42pm
An expanded postseason format and an NBA-style lottery for the draft are among the proposals in CBA negotiations between MLB and the players' association.

MLB retroactively suspends Ozuna for 20 games

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 2:42pm
Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna received a retroactive 20-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's domestic violence policy.

Carew, Jenkins, Schmidt, Smith on HOF panel

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 2:42pm
Hall of Famers Rod Carew, Fergie Jenkins, Mike Schmidt and Ozzie Smith are among the 16 voters on the Hall of Fame's Golden Days Era Committee.

Sources: Ray, Mariners finalizing $115M contract

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 2:42pm
American League Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray and the Mariners are finalizing a five-year, $115 million contract with an opt-out after the third season, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Fantasy baseball: Will Robbie Ray still be great in Seattle?

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 2:42pm
With Robbie Ray headed to the Mariners on a five-year deal, Eric Karabell takes a look at what that means for the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner's fantasy value going forward.

Sources: Mets, Scherzer agree to $130M deal

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 11:37am
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer and the Mets have agreed to a three-year, $130 million contract, sources familiar with the situation told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Franco, Rays both satisfied with $182M deal

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 11:37am
Wander Franco and the Tampa Bay Rays both got what they wanted in the shortstop's $182 million, 11-year deal that includes a club option for the 2033 season.

Fantasy baseball: Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free-agent signings

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 11:37am
Keep up to date on MLB free agency and trading season with analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell on all the fantasy-relevant moves with an eye toward the 2022 fantasy baseball season.

Is an MLB lockout coming? Will free agency freeze? Jeff Passan answers 20 burning questions

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 11:37am
Baseball is facing its biggest labor reckoning in a quarter-century. Where do things stand -- and is it time for fans to panic?

What happens to Max Scherzer's fantasy value in Flushing?

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 11:37am
Tristan H. Cockcroft explains the fantasy implications of Max Scherzer signing as a free agent with the New York Mets.

Free-agency grades: Blue Jays look to Gausman to complete rotation

TEst 4 November 29, 2021 - 8:36am
The Giants' pitching factory unlocked Kevin Gausman's true potential. Will he keep it up with the Blue Jays?

What happens to Marcus Semien's fantasy value in Texas?

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 11:39pm
Tristan H. Cockcroft explains the fantasy implications of Marcus Semien signing as a free agent with the Texas Rangers.

Grading Semien's new deal: Is the new Rangers shortstop worth his big contract?

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 8:39pm
Marcus Semien inked a 7-year deal with a Rangers team that won 60 games last year. Was it a wise move?

Sources: Jays give Gausman 5-year, $110M deal

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 8:39pm
Starting pitcher Kevin Gausman, a key component to the San Francisco Giants' rotation last season, agreed to a five-year, $110 million deal Sunday with the Toronto Blue Jays, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Marlins add OF Garcia, near deal with Alcantara

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 8:39pm
OF Avisail Garcia and the Marlins are in agreement on a four-year, $53 million deal, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Sunday. The team also is finalizing a four-year deal with right-hander Sandy Alcantara.

Sources: Rangers reach deals with Semien, Gray

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 8:39pm
The Rangers agreed to a seven-year, $175 million deal with infielder Marcus Semien and were finalizing a four-year, $56 million contract with right-hander Jon Gray, sources said.

Rays look to solidify rotation with Corey Kluber

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 5:39pm
Could the Rays' unconventional approach help lead to a return to form for Kluber?

Twins, Buxton find perfect balance in incentive-laden deal

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 5:39pm
Buxton was one of the best players on the planet last season when he wasn't on the injured list. It's for that reason that his $100 million extension is a gamble, but a worthy one.

Sources: OF Garcia, Marlins reach 4-year deal

TEst 4 November 28, 2021 - 5:39pm
OF Avisail Garcia and the Marlins are in agreement on a four-year, $53 million deal, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Sunday.

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