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Source: Padres reach deal with KBO star Kim
The Padres have agreed to a contract with Korean infielder Ha-seong Kim, according to ESPN and multiple reports.
Why Blake Snell trade could be a win-win for Padres and Rays -- or a huge loss for one side
Two months after the controversial end to his final World Series start, the 2018 AL Cy Young is headed to San Diego. Here's what could make the deal a success -- or failure -- for both teams.
'I didn't know why I wasn't playing': Gary Sanchez on getting benched in the playoffs -- and his future with the Yankees
The Bombers backstop opens up about communication, coaching, fans, trade rumors and whether he still feels like his team's No. 1 catcher.
Sources: Padres near deal to acquire Rays' Snell
The San Diego Padres are finalizing a trade to acquire former Cy Young winner Blake Snell from the Tampa Bay Rays for prospects, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Hall of Fame knuckleballer Phil Niekro dies at 81
Phil Niekro, a pitcher who used his signature knuckleball to fool generations of hitters and craft a Hall of Fame career, died Saturday night in his sleep, the Braves announced Sunday. He was 81.
Olney: Why the Giants could be MLB's biggest offseason winner -- next winter
If the Mets are the most dangerous team of this hot stove season, the Giants might be after next season ... at exactly the right time.
Pirates' Polanco breaks wrist in winter ball
Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco broke a bone in his right wrist playing winter ball in the Dominican Republic.
Nats GM won't rule out reunion with Zimmerman
Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo says the team isn't ruling out a reunion with Ryan Zimmerman after acquiring slugger Josh Bell this week to play first base.
RHP Arihara signs 2-year deal with Rangers
Japanese right-hander Kohei Arihara and the Texas Rangers have reached a two-year deal, the team announced. It is in the $6 milion to $7 million range, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Sources: RHP Arihara, Rangers reach 2-year deal
Japanese right-hander Kohei Arihara and the Texas Rangers are in agreement on a two-year contract in the $6 milion to $7 million range, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan, confirming a report by The Athletic.
Nats acquire former All-Star Bell from Pirates
First baseman Josh Bell, an All-Star selection with the Pirates in 2019 who hit .226 last season, has been traded to the Nationals.
What to make of Pirates trading former All-Star Josh Bell to Nationals
A Christmas Eve deal gives Washington a slugger with upside, and Pittsburgh fans even more reason to wonder what their franchise's plan really is.
Nationals acquire 1B Bell in trade with Pirates
First baseman Josh Bell, an All-Star selection with the Pirates in 2019 who hit .226 last season, has been traded to the Nationals.
'Give this award to your wife': Inside NL MVP Freddie Freeman and his family's COVID-19 nightmare
A fever of 104.5. Two baby boys on the way. The Braves' first baseman was hit so hard by the coronavirus, one of his healthy teammates initially opted out of the season.
When will MLB actually start in 2021? Passan answers 20 burning questions on state of the season
Was a road map to Opening Day on your holiday wish list? Sorry, that's not happening now. Here's where everything from spring training to the vaccine's impact stands.
RHP Urena signs 1-year, $3.25M deal with Tigers
The Tigers signed right-hander Jose Urena, who has spent the past six seasons with the Marlins, to a one-year, $3.25 million deal Wednesday.
Red Sox sign RHP Andriese to 1-year deal
Pitcher Matt Andriese, who had a 4.50 ERA in one start and 15 relief appearances for the Angels last season, has signed a $2.1 million, one-year deal with the Red Sox.
Sources: Kahnle, Dodgers reach 2-year deal
Tommy Kahnle, who had Tommy John surgery on Aug. 4 and is likely to return in late 2021 or at the start of the 2022 season, has reached a two-year deal with the Dodgers, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Olney: No salary cap? Tell that to this year's free agents
As much as the union fights it, baseball essentially has a salary cap. Here's how it's affecting this winter's market.
Bryant: MLB can add Negro Leagues to records but can't change what it did to Black players
MLB had good intentions, but altering record books is the wrong approach. The historical record of the Negro Leagues was born from baseball's racism, and the effects of that racism cannot be retrofitted.