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U.S. adds 2-time Cy Young winner Skubal for WBC
Two-time defending AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal has committed to play in the World Baseball Classic for USA Baseball.
Dodgers' full postseason share was $484,748
A full postseason share for the World Series champion Dodgers totaled $484,748, up from the amount Los Angeles players earned in 2024 but still down from the winner's figure in 2022 and 2023.
Passan's hot stove temperature check: What's next in MLB free agency and on the trade market
While we wait for the next big moves, here's which offseason areas are red-hot -- and which are ice-cold.
Sources: Nationals turning to Kilambi, 31, as GM
The Nationals are hiring Ani Kilambi as their new general manager, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Wednesday.
McClanahan, Rays avoid arbitration, reach deal
Shane McClanahan, a two-time All-Star who last pitched in the major leagues in August 2023, avoided arbitration when he agreed Wednesday to a one-year, $3.6 million contract with the Rays.
Guardians add reliever Bruihl from Jays, cut Noel
The Guardians acquired left-handed reliever Justin Bruihl in a trade with the Blue Jays and designated 2024 postseason star Jhonkensy Noel for assignment.
GM: Up to Hinch if signee Jansen is Tigers' closer
The Tigers have added one of baseball's most accomplished closers, but it will be up to manager A.J. Hinch whether Kenley Jansen takes on that role in Detroit.
Source: Weaver latest ex-Yankee to join Mets
The Mets and reliever Luke Weaver agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract, a source told ESPN.
Sources: Phillies, reliever Keller reach 2-year deal
After reliever Brad Keller had a resurgent season in 2025 with the Cubs, he and the Phillies agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract, sources said Wednesday.
Twins name Tom Pohlad new controlling owner
Twins ownership has finalized the purchase of portions of the franchise by three different investors, limited partnerships the Pohlad family sought for a fresh infusion of cash and strategy after deciding earlier this year to retain control of the club.
MLB free agency reset: Predictions for the remaining top 10 free agents
A number of impact players are off the market, but there are still big names to be signed. Where do they fit best?
Angels boost bullpen with Romano, Pomeranz
The Los Angeles Angels signed right-hander Jordan Romano and left-hander Drew Pomeranz to one-year contracts.
Giants shoring up pitching staff with Houser, Foley
The Giants are shoring up their pitching staff for the 2026 season, having reached deals with starting pitcher Adrian Houser and reliever Jason Foley.
Sources: Cubs bring back lefty reliever Thielbar
The Cubs are re-signing left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar, sources tell ESPN.
No more Nimmo, Timmy Trumpet and their all-time HR king: Remaking the Mets after historic collapse
David Stearns' vision for turning things around at Citi Field hasn't been a hit with fans so far. What's next?
Updated contract projections for top free agent hitters: How recent deals impact Tucker, Bichette, more
Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber got big bucks for their ability to hit big flies. Here's why it could bring bigger paydays to other available hitters.
SS Kim returns to Braves on 1-year, $20M deal
Ha-Seong Kim is returning to Atlanta, agreeing Monday to a one-year, $20 million contract.
Jurors hear closing arguments in Skaggs civil trial
Jurors on Monday heard closing arguments in a two-month civil trial over whether the Angels should be held responsible for pitcher Tyler Skaggs' fatal overdose in 2019.
Blue Jays add RHP Rogers on 3-year, $37M deal
Tyler Rogers, who led the major leagues this past season with 81 appearances, is the latest pitching addition by Toronto.
Red Sox, Nationals swap minor league pitchers
Boston traded right-hander Luis Perales to Washington for left-hander Jake Bennett on Monday in an exchange of prospects returning from Tommy John surgery.