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Davis returns to Royals on minor league contract

TEst 4 January 20, 2021 - 11:45am
Reliever Wade Davis is returning to the Royals, the team he helped pitch to the 2015 World Series title.

Fantasy baseball: George Springer finds a new home ... or does he?

TEst 4 January 20, 2021 - 11:45am
Even though George Springer has signed a contract with the Blue Jays, we still don't know exactly where he will be playing in 2021. Tristan H. Cockcroft explains what we're talking about and how this uncertainty might impact Springer's fantasy value.

In Joe Biden's White House, sports and politics may retreat to their own corners

TEst 4 January 20, 2021 - 5:43am
As the 46th president, Biden's sentimental view of athletics and his promise to steer the nation away from political division should put him in a position to repair the strained relationship between the White House and much of the sports world.

George Springer gets paid, but will it pay off for the Blue Jays?

TEst 4 January 20, 2021 - 2:41am
Signing one of baseball's best center fielders creates new questions for Toronto, starting with whether the team can win now.

Source: Angels reach deal with LHP Quintana

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 11:46pm
LHP Jose Quintana has agreed to a 1-year, $8 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels, a source told ESPN.

Hall of Fame pitcher Sutton dies of cancer at 75

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 11:46pm
Hall of Fame pitcher Don Sutton, who won over 300 games during a major league career that spanned 23 seasons -- mostly with the Dodgers -- has died at the age of 75.

Sources: Springer, Jays reach 6-year, $150M deal

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 8:45pm
The Toronto Blue Jays are set to land the star they've been looking for all winter, reaching agreement on a six-year, $150 million contract with free-agent outfielder George Springer, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Sources: Angels reach deal with LHP Quintana

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 8:45pm
LHP Jose Quintana has agreed to a 1-year, $8 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels, a source told ESPN.

Lasorda memorialized in Dodger Stadium service

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 8:45pm
Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda was memorialized during a private service at Dodger Stadium before his burial on Tuesday.

Reports: Reliever Yates, Blue Jays agree to deal

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 8:45pm
Free-agent reliever Kirby Yates has reached agreement on a one-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, according to multiple reports.

Mets' Alderson says Porter hiring 'a wake-up call'

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 5:44pm
Mets president of baseball operations Sandy Alderson said Tuesday he will look to ensure the team does a better job vetting potential hires in the wake of the firing of GM Jared Porter for explicit, unsolicited texts he sent to a reporter in 2016.

GM: Quiet offseason reflects stage of M's rebuild

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 5:44pm
General manager Jerry Dipoto said Tuesday that Seattle's more pedestrian approach to the offseason is by design and an indication of where he believes the Mariners are with their roster entering the next stage of their rebuilding plan.

Hall of Fame pitcher Don Sutton dies at 75

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 5:44pm
Hall of Fame pitcher Don Sutton, who won over 300 games during a major league career that spanned 23 seasons -- mostly with the Dodgers -- has died at the age of 75.

Former Mets GM acknowledges sending explicit images

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 11:43am
Former Mets general manager Jared Porter sent explicit, unsolicited texts and images to a female reporter in 2016, according to a copy of the text history obtained by ESPN.

Toby Gardenhire to manage Twins' Triple-A team

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 11:43am
The Twins announced that Toby Gardenhire, son of former major league manager Ron Gardenhire, will manage their new Triple-A affiliate, the St. Paul Saints.

Padres acquire Pirates' Musgrove in 3-team deal

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 11:43am
The Padres have acquired right-hander Joe Musgrove from the Pirates in a three-team trade that also involves the Mets.

Mets fire GM Porter; Cohen cites 'zero tolerance'

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 5:42am
Owner Steven Cohen announced Tuesday that the Mets have fired GM Jared Porter, one day after ESPN reported that Porter had sent explicit texts and images to a reporter in 2016.

Our latest MLB offseason buzz: Second baseman market after LeMahieu, NL DH waiting game and more

TEst 4 January 19, 2021 - 5:42am
Where could teams needing second-base help turn next? How is universal designated hitter indecision holding up free agency? Here's what we're hearing.

Mets GM acknowledges sending explicit images

TEst 4 January 18, 2021 - 8:41pm
New York Mets general manager Jared Porter sent explicit, unsolicited texts and images to a female reporter in 2016, culminating with a picture of an erect, naked penis, according to a copy of the text history obtained by ESPN.

Source: Chatwood, Jays reach 1-year, $3M deal

TEst 4 January 18, 2021 - 8:41pm
Right-hander Tyler Chatwood has agreed to a one-year, $3 million deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, a source told ESPN. The deal is pending a physical.

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