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Snell excited to join 'swaggy' Padres as deal done

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 5:38pm
Blake Snell said Tuesday he was stunned to leave Tampa Bay so soon but is looking forward to joining the "super exciting" Padres with the trade complete.

What Yu Darvish, Blake Snell trades really say about financial mindsets of Cubs, Padres and Rays

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 2:37pm
From the prospects who moved to the economic rationale, two big offseason moves provide a window into the state of three teams headed in different directions.

First Snell, then Darvish: Padres go all-in, Cubs start rebuild and what's next for MLB offseason

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 2:37pm
A blockbuster with the Cubs followed by a major trade with the Rays? Examining San Diego's holiday spree.

Sources: Smoak nears deal with Yomiuri Giants

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 2:37pm
Veteran first baseman Justin Smoak is finalizing a deal with the Yomiuri Giants that will guarantee him somewhere in the $6-7 million range, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Twins reach deal with ex-Angels closer Robles

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 2:37pm
The Twins signed former Angels closer Hansel Robles to a one-year contract on Tuesday.

Phillies get lefty Alvarado in three-team trade

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 11:36am
Left-handed reliever Jose Alvarado was acquired by the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday in a three-way trade with the Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers.

What Darvish, Snell trades really say about financial mindsets of Cubs, Padres and Rays

TEst 4 December 29, 2020 - 11:36am
From the prospects who moved to the economic rationale, two big offseason moves provide a window into the state of three teams headed in different directions.

First Blake Snell, now Yu Darvish: Padres go all-in, Cubs start rebuild and what's next for MLB offseason

TEst 4 December 28, 2020 - 8:45pm
A blockbuster deal with the Cubs hours after a major trade with the Rays? We break down every aspect of San Diego's holiday spree.

Padres on verge of deal for Darvish, sources say

TEst 4 December 28, 2020 - 8:45pm
The Padres are on the verge of making their second trade for a star pitcher in as many days, with the team expected to acquire righty Yu Darvish from the Cubs, sources said.

Source: Padres reach deal with KBO star Kim

TEst 4 December 28, 2020 - 2:44pm
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

TEst 4 December 28, 2020 - 8:42am
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

TEst 4 December 28, 2020 - 5:42am
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

TEst 4 December 27, 2020 - 8:41pm
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

TEst 4 December 27, 2020 - 11:40am
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

TEst 4 December 27, 2020 - 5:39am
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

TEst 4 December 26, 2020 - 8:44pm
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

TEst 4 December 26, 2020 - 5:43pm
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

TEst 4 December 26, 2020 - 8:39am
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

TEst 4 December 25, 2020 - 8:43pm
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

TEst 4 December 24, 2020 - 5:57pm
First baseman Josh Bell, an All-Star selection with the Pirates in 2019 who hit .226 last season, has been traded to the Nationals.

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