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Dodgers' Freeman recovering from ankle surgery
Freddie Freeman was expected to recover in time for the start of spring training in February, the Dodgers said.
Man behind Robinson contract fraud gets prison
Mykalai Kontilai, who bought Jackie Robinson's first minor and major league contracts, was sentenced to 51 months in prison and must pay $5.1 million in restitution.
Aoyagi posted, available to teams until Jan. 17
Japanese pitcher Koyo Aoyagi was posted to Major League Baseball teams and will be available to sign as a free agent through 5 p.m. Eastern on Jan. 17.
White Sox All-Star 'Beltin' Bill' Melton dies at 79
White Sox All-Star third baseman and broadcaster Bill Melton died Thursday in Phoenix after a brief illness. He was 79.
Sources: Severino, A's reach 3-year, $67M deal
The Athletics and starting pitcher Luis Severino have reached a three-year, $67M deal that is the largest guarantee in franchise history, sources told ESPN.
Strom hired as Pirates assistant pitching coach
Brent Strom was hired Thursday as the Pittsburgh Pirates' assistant pitching coach.
Pirates' Skenes elected to MLBPA leadership role
Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes was among six newly elected members to the MLBPA's eight-man executive subcommittee on Wednesday.
South Korean star 2B Kim available to MLB clubs
South Korean All-Star second baseman Hyeseong Kim was posted to MLB teams and will be available to sign as a free agent from Thursday through 5 p.m. ET on Jan. 3.
Dodgers' Snell: 'This is where you want to play'
The Dodgers introduced pitcher Blake Snell, their latest high-priced free agent signing, at a news conference Tuesday.
Source: Soto nearing decision on free agency
Juan Soto's free agency is nearing its final stages, with a source saying the star could pick his destination by the end of this week.
A's Vegas park a go despite $250M rise in costs
The Athletics' new Las Vegas ballpark will cost $250 million more than originally projected, but team owner John Fisher is still expected to foot his share of the bill.
Moneyball: Dodgers owe $1B in deferred salary
New contracts for Blake Snell and Tommy Edman increased the Dodgers' obligations for deferred payments to more than $1 billion owed to seven players from 2028-46.
Royals to stay with Diamond Sports Group in '25
The Royals, one of four MLB teams that are part owners of their regional sports network, will continue to have their games broadcast by Diamond Sports Group in '25.
Sources: Chapman, Red Sox agree on 1-year deal
Reliever Aroldis Chapman and the Red Sox have agreed to a one-year, $10.75 million contract.
Rangers sign Higashioka, 34, to 2-year contract
After a standout season in which he finished with a career-high 17 home runs for the San Diego Padres, veteran catcher Kyle Higashioka, 34, signed a two-year contract with the Texas Rangers on Monday, an agreement that includes a mutual option for 2027.
Rays respond to county ultimatum: Deal 'in effect'
In response to a deadline from the Pinellas County Commission to declare whether they are in or out on a new stadium agreement, the Rays said in a letter Monday that their deal to build a $1.3 billion ballpark is still "in effect."
Molitor, Murray among voters for HOF classic era
Paul Molitor, Eddie Murray, Tony Pérez, Lee Smith and Ozzie Smith are among 16 voters who will decide who gets into the Hall of Fame from the classic era ballot.
Sources: Cubs, Boyd agree to 2-year, $29M deal
Matthew Boyd, who went 2-2 with a 2.72 ERA for Cleveland after returning from surgery, has reached a two-year, $29M deal with the Cubs, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Why Willy Adames is going to get paid big money this winter -- and which teams could give it to him
He isn't a household name, but when Adames plays, his teams win. Here's what makes the shortstop special -- and where he could end up.
Sources: Mets, Montas agree to 2-year, $34M deal
Right-hander Frankie Montas and the New York Mets are in agreement on a two-year, $34 million contract, sources told ESPN on Sunday night.