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Ichiro could be unanimous, others on the fence in Hall of Fame voting
If Ichiro Suzuki misses unanimous election to the Baseball Hall of Fame, it would be by a handful of votes at most.,For Carlos Beltran, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner, a handful of votes may determine whether any or all of them join Suzuki as a member of the Hall of Fame Class of 2025.,Suzuki is expec...
Reports: Jays reach 5-year, $90M deal with OF Anthony Santander
The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to terms with All-Star outfielder Anthony Santander on a five-year deal for more than $90 million, multiple outlets reported Monday.,The contract is pending the results of a physical and includes a club option, per the report.,Santander, 30, slugged a career-high 44 home...
Reports: Jays reach deal with OF Anthony Santander
The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to terms with All-Star outfielder Anthony Santander on Monday, per multiple reports.,KPRC TV in Houston said it was a five-year deal, pending results of a physical. Financial terms were not available.,Santander, 30, slugged a career-high 44 homers and drove in 102 runs w...
Veteran C Andrew Knapp announces retirement
Veteran catcher Andrew Knapp announced his retirement from baseball on Monday.,Knapp, 33, appeared in just three games with the San Francisco Giants in 2024.,He finishes with a .209 batting average and 13 home runs in 328 career games with four teams, most notably the Philadelphia Phillies (2017-21)...
Former MLB player, manager Jeff Torborg dies at 83
Jeff Torborg, who played 10 seasons in the major leagues and managed in parts of 11 more, died on Sunday. He was 83.,The Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Guardians and Miami Marlins were among those who offered condolences on social media. No cause of death was given.,Torborg played catcher for the Los ...
Frustrated Pirates fans: 'Sell the team'
The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't for sale, despite the pleas of frustrated fans who want owner Bob Nutting to sell the franchise.,At an offseason fan event on Saturday, fans chanted "sell the team" during a question-and-answer session, leaving CEO Travis Williams to tell the audience that Nutting doesn...
Reports: Dodgers to sign coveted closer Tanner Scott to 4-year deal
The Los Angeles Dodgers are adding to their ballyhooed pitching staff, agreeing to a deal with left-handed closer Tanner Scott, multiple outlets reported Sunday.,MLB.com reported that the agreement with the 2024 All-Star is for four years and $72 million. The Athletic added the contract will include...
A's agree to one-year deal with RHP Jose Leclerc
Right-handed reliever Jose Leclerc made a free agent move within the American League West, agreeing to a one-year deal with the Athletics on Friday.,According to multiple media reports, the contract is worth $10 million.,Leclerc, 31, had been with the Texas Rangers' organization since signing an a t...
Japanese RHP Roki Sasaki says he’s signed with Dodgers
Japanese star right-hander Roki Sasaki announced on Instagram Friday that he will sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers.,Sasaki, 23, was the most coveted international free agent of the MLB offseason. He chose to sign with the reigning World Series champions, who have bolstered their oft-injured startin...
Mets roll dice on LHP A.J. Minter following hip surgery
The New York Mets agreed to terms with left-handed reliever A.J. Minter on Friday, landing one of Atlanta's top bullpen arms in the process. ,According to reports, Minter's deal with the Mets is a two-year, $22 million contract that includes an opt-out after the 2025 season. ,Minter underwent season...
Red Sox, All-Star OF Jarren Duran avoid arbitration
The Boston Red Sox announced a one-year deal with outfielder Jarren Duran on Friday, avoiding arbitration.,Durran, 28, will earn $3.75 million in 2025 and has an $8 million club option for 2026 with a $100,000 buyout, according to MLB.com.,He can earn up to an additional $150,000 in performance bonu...
If the Blue fits? RHP Roki Sasaki down to Dodgers, Jays, per report
Right-hander Roki Sasaki, the covered Japanese free agent, has whittled down a list of suitors to two finalists, according to a report by veteran MLB reporter Francys Romero. ,Sasaki eliminated the San Diego Padres and will choose between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays, the report cla...
Report: Cubs, new OF Kyle Tucker avoid arbitration w/ $16.5M deal
The Chicago Cubs and their newly acquired outfielder Kyle Tucker agreed on a $16.5 million contract for 2025 to avoid arbitration, ESPN and several other outlets reported Thursday.,The Cubs acquired Tucker from the Astros in a trade last month that sent infielder Isaac Paredes, right-hander Hayden W...
Reports: Mets to re-sign OF/DH Jesse Winker
The New York Mets are re-signing free-agent outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker to a one-year contract, per multiple reports Thursday.,The New York Post reported the contract is worth $7.5 million guaranteed, with an additional $1.5 million possible in incentives.,The deal is pending a physica...
Beloved Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker dies at 90
Hall of Fame broadcaster and beloved Milwaukee Brewers icon Bob Uecker died Thursday at the age of 90.,The Milwaukee native had been battling lung cancer since early 2023, his family revealed. He would have turned 91 on Jan. 26.,"It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Bob. To many, he ...
Red Sox acquire C Blake Sabol from Giants
The Boston Red Sox acquired catcher Blake Sabol from the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday in return for space in the international bonus pool.,In a corresponding move, the Red Sox designated rookie right-hander Chase Shugart for assignment to create a spot on the 40-man roster.,Sabol, 27, batted 10...
Pirates acquire RHP Brett de Geus from Blue Jays
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired right-handed pitcher Brett de Geus from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for cash considerations on Wednesday. ,De Geus, 27, was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays on Friday. He went 0-2 with a 7.15 ERA in 11 1/3 innings over 13 relief appearances with Seattl...
Mariners acquire C Blake Hunt from Orioles
The Seattle Mariners reacquired minor league catcher Blake Hunt from the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday for cash considerations. ,The Orioles designated Hunt for assignment on Monday after acquiring the 26-year-old from Seattle last May. ,To make room for Hunt on the 40-man roster, the Mariners desi...
Mariners trade for Cubs INF/OF Miles Mastrobuoni
The Seattle Mariners acquired utility player Miles Mastrobuoni from the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday for cash considerations.,In a corresponding move, the Mariners designated career minor league catcher Nick Raposo for assignment, keeping the 40-man roster full.,Mastrobuoni, 29, batted .194 with four RBI...
Police: Former Orioles P Brian Matusz likely died from overdose
The cause of death of former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz likely is a drug overdose, The Baltimore Banner reported.,A report from the Phoenix Police Department, obtained by the publication, said Matusz was found dead in his home there on Jan. 6 with drug paraphernalia near his body and wit...