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The Philadelphia Phillies hired former Dodgers and Marlins manager Don Mattingly as a bench coach on Rob Thomson's staff.

Japanese pitcher Kona Takahashi did not reach an agreement with an MLB team before his posting period expired, so his rights remain with the Saitama Seibu Lions.

Royals manager Matt Quatraro, who went 82-80 last season, has agreed to a three-year contract extension with Kansas City through 2029.

The Yankees and veteran infielder Paul DeJong have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Third baseman Kazuma Okamoto, who has hit 248 home runs since entering Japan's NPB in 2015, has signed a four-year, $60 million contract with the Blue Jays.

Former MLB star Lenny Dykstra faces charges after police found drugs in his possession during a traffic stop on New Year's Day.

From breakout teams to major deals, our experts weigh in on how the year ahead could play out.

Star Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai signed a three-year deal with the Houston Astros, the team announced on Friday.

The Giants have reached a one-year deal with free agent right-hander Tyler Mahle, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Tyler Soderstrom's signing ceremony was the first such event at the A's future Las Vegas home, the latest step in the club's scheduled move in a little more than two years.