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Like father, like son: Yanks trade thrills Bellinger
Cody Bellinger said it is "truly wild" to join the Yankees, the same team his father played for over 20 years ago.
Jesse Rogers Dec 19, 2024
Mets pick up another rotation option in Canning
The Mets have signed right-hander Griffin Canning to a one-year contract. A source told ESPN that the deal was worth $4.25 million and includes $1 million in potential performance bonuses.
Jorge Castillo Dec 18, 2024
Sources: Cards' Arenado blocks trade to Astros
Eight-time All-Star Nolan Arenado declined to waive his no-trade clause, blocking a deal that would have sent him to the Astros, sources told ESPN.
www.espn.com - MLB Dec 18, 2024
Fried has 'room to evolve'; Yanks not done 'lifting'
The Yankees believe new pitcher Max Fried has "room to evolve" after signing an eight-year, $218 million deal. Added pitching coach Matt Blake: "We like that."
Jorge Castillo Dec 18, 2024
Angels acquire C Robinson in trade with ChiSox
The Angels acquired catcher Chuckie Robinson from the White Sox for cash considerations.
www.espn.com - MLB Dec 18, 2024
County OK's financing for new $1.3B Rays home
After a nearly two-month delay, the Pinellas County Commission voted Tuesday in favor of its share of financing for a new $1.3 billion Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, part of a plan to keep the team in St. P...
www.espn.com - MLB Dec 17, 2024
Fresh start: New Met Holmes leaves 'pen in past
Holmes was introduced Tuesday as a member of the New York Mets -- as a starting pitcher, not a reliever -- after signing a three-year, $38 million contract with a $12 million player option for the thi...
Jorge Castillo Dec 17, 2024
MLB study: Pitching injuries tied to velocity, 'stuff'
Pitchers chasing higher velocity and better "stuff" while exerting maximum effort more often were identified as factors in the rise of arm injuries by an MLB study.
Jesse Rogers Dec 17, 2024
Yankees stay busy, acquire Bellinger from Cubs
The Cubs have traded Cody Bellinger and cash considerations to the Yankees for right-hander Cody Poteet.
Jeff Passan Dec 17, 2024
Royals reach 1-year, $1.8M deal with RHP Wright
The Royals and right-hander Kyle Wright avoided salary arbitration Tuesday, agreeing on a one-year, $1.8 million contract.
www.espn.com - MLB Dec 17, 2024