The New York Yankees are making a push to re-sign Cody Bellinger.  The Yankees made a second cont...

The New York Yankees are making a push to re-sign <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4899" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4899">Cody Bellinger</a>.The Yankees made a second contract offer to the free-agent outfielder, according to <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/01/04/sports/yankees-have-edward-cabrera-trade-talks-make-new-cody-bellinger-offer/">Joel Sherman of the New York Post</a>.Bellinger reportedly received his <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3443330" href="https://thescore.com/news/3443330">first offer</a> last week.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>New York's front office has publicly said throughout the offseason that it wants to bring the 30-year-old back after a strong first season in the Bronx.Bellinger slashed .272/.334/.480 with 29 homers, 98 RBIs, and 4.9 fWAR over 152 games last year. Defensively, he finished in the 93rd percentile for outs above average, 91st percentile in arm value, and 83rd percentile in arm strength.The Chicago Cubs also checked in on the 2019 NL MVP, reports <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/2007945122022052034?s=20">Jon Heyman of MLB Network</a>. The Cubs signed the two-time All-Star to a three-year, $80-million deal in February 2024 before trading him to the Yankees in December 2024.The New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Francisco Giants are among the other clubs that've been connected to Bellinger this winter.

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 21: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees runs back to dug out between innings during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 21, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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The San Jose Sharks signed forward Alexander Wennberg to a three-year, $18-million contract exten...

The San Jose Sharks signed forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3917" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3917">Alexander Wennberg</a> to a three-year, $18-million contract extension, the club announced Sunday.Wennberg has seven goals and 19 assists for 26 points in 41 games this season. His assist total is tied for second on the Sharks. Wennberg is averaging a career-high 20:34 this season, which ranks second among San Jose forwards behind <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/15142" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/15142">Macklin Celebrini</a>.The 31-year-old Wennberg was set to become an unrestricted free agent in July.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>He originally joined San Jose as a free agent on a two-year, $10-million deal prior to the 2024-25 campaign. He's notched 17 goals and 61 points in 118 contests with the Sharks.Sweden named Wennberg to its Olympic roster this week. He wasn't on the country's 4 Nations Face-Off roster.Wennberg has 108 goals and 396 points in 830 career games with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Florida Panthers, Seattle Kraken, New York Rangers, and Sharks.

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 07: Alexander Wennberg #21 of the San Jose Sharks looks on during the third period of the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center on December 07, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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The Kansas City Royals and manager Matt Quatraro agreed to a three-year contract extension that b...

The Kansas City Royals and manager Matt Quatraro agreed to a three-year contract extension that begins in 2027 and includes a 2030 club option, the club announced Sunday.The financial details of the deal weren't disclosed.Quatraro was heading into the final season of his current contract.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 52-year-old owns a 224-262 record since becoming the Royals' skipper prior to the 2023 season. He led the team to its only playoff appearance over the last decade in a 2024 trip to the ALDS.Kansas City went 82-80 to finish third in the AL Central last season.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 6: Matt Quatraro #33, Manager of the Kansas City Royals greets the media before a game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on June 6, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

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The New York Yankees are still looking to upgrade their starting rotation.  New York's front offi...

The New York Yankees are still looking to upgrade their starting rotation.New York's front office is talking to the Miami Marlins about a potential trade for right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9569" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9569">Edward Cabrera</a>, sources told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6939550/2026/01/04/yankees-interest-edward-cabrera-marlins/">Chris Kirschner and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic</a>.A deal reportedly wasn't close as of Sunday morning.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Marlins would receive multiple high-ceiling prospects if the teams reach an agreement, according to <a href="https://x.com/CraigMish/status/2007886057459909067">Craig Mish of SportsGrid</a>.The Yankees have engaged with several clubs and agents in an attempt to add at least one more starter, per Kirschner and Rosenthal. Milwaukee Brewers ace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9771" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9771">Freddy Peralta</a> reportedly remains another possible target.Cabrera posted a 3.53 ERA with 1.23 WHIP and a career-high 150 strikeouts across 137 2/3 innings (26 starts) last season. The 27-year-old is arbitration-eligible through 2028 and projected to earn $3.7 million in 2026.Reports in early December suggested there was a strong possibility the Marlins would move one of Cabrera, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5647" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5647">Sandy Alcantara</a>, or <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12507" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12507">Ryan Weathers</a> this offseason. Cabrera's name has appeared in rumors dating back to July's trade deadline.The New York Mets and Chicago Cubs have also shown interest in Cabrera, a source told <a href="https://x.com/flasportsbuzz/status/2007881622230913337?s=20">Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald</a>.The Yankees' Opening Day rotation currently projects to feature <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4259" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4259">Max Fried</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18809" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18809">Cam Schlittler</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11752" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11752">Luis Gil</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15569" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15569">Will Warren</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5350" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5350">Ryan Yarbrough</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2913" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2913">Gerrit Cole</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4763" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4763">Carlos Rodón</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9586" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9586">Clarke Schmidt</a> will be sidelined heading into the new campaign as the trio recovers from elbow surgeries.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 28: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins reacts in the game against the New York Mets at loanDepot park on September 28, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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Brooks Koepka is leaving LIV Golf, the tour announced Tuesday.   Thank you, @BKoepka pic.twitter....

<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///pga/players/1461" href="https://thescore.com/pga/players/1461">Brooks Koepka</a> is leaving LIV Golf, the tour announced Tuesday.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Thank you, <a href="https://twitter.com/BKoepka?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BKoepka</a> <a href="https://t.co/Z4brvVd76e">pic.twitter.com/Z4brvVd76e</a>— LIV Golf (@livgolf_league) <a href="https://twitter.com/livgolf_league/status/2003580817474486386?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"Brooks is prioritizing the needs of his family and staying closer to home," LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil said in a statement. "We appreciate the significant impact he has had on the game and wish him continued success, both on and off the course."The five-time major champion left the PGA TOUR in 2022 to join LIV Golf. He notably won the 2023 PGA Championship while competing in LIV.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Brooks Koepka is a highly accomplished professional, and we wish him and his family continued success," the PGA TOUR said in a statement. "The PGA TOUR continues to offer the best professional golfers the most competitive, challenging, and lucrative environment in which to pursue greatness."Koepka won five LIV events in his four seasons on the Saudi-backed tour. His last victory came in August 2024 at LIV Greenbrier in a playoff against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///pga/players/1111" href="https://thescore.com/pga/players/1111">Jon Rahm</a>.The 35-year-old struggled last season. He ranked 31st of 54 players in the LIV standings and failed to win on the tour. Koepka missed the cut in three of the four major championships.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///pga/players/1136" href="https://thescore.com/pga/players/1136">Talor Gooch</a> will take over as captain of Smash GC.

PARIS, FRANCE - SEPTEMBER 20: Brooks Koepka of the United States tees off on the fifth hole on day three of the FedEx Open de France 2025 at Golf de Saint-Nom-la-Breteche on September 20, 2025 in Paris, France.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates and All-Star first baseman Ryan O'Hearn agreed to a two-year, $29-million ...

The Pittsburgh Pirates and All-Star first baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5605" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5605">Ryan O'Hearn</a> agreed to a two-year, $29-million contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ByRobertMurray/status/2003546962260558049?s=20">Robert Murray of FanSided</a>.O'Hearn's pact includes $500,000 in incentives for each season, according to Murray.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Per source, Ryan O'Hearn's contract also includes $500k in plate appearance incentives each season. Those incentives: - 450 PA: $100,000 - 475 PA: $100,000 - 500 PA: $150,000 - 525 PA: $150,000 <a href="https://t.co/tIJBvVIb77">https://t.co/tIJBvVIb77</a>— Colin Beazley (@colin_beazley) <a href="https://twitter.com/colin_beazley/status/2003590067890323703?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The reported signing is the first multi-year contract the Pirates have handed out in free agency since giving Iván Nova a three-year, $26-million deal in December 2016.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>O'Hearn hit 17 homers with 63 RBIs and an .803 OPS in 144 games between the Baltimore Orioles and San Diego Padres in 2025. The 32-year-old also authored a career-high 3.0 fWAR.Defensively, O'Hearn finished in the 89th percentile for outs above average.Pittsburgh has already brought in All-Star second baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9653" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9653">Brandon Lowe</a>, outfield prospect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/16328" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/16328">Jhostynxon Garcia</a>, and former closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9551" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9551">Gregory Soto</a> this offseason in an attempt to surround NL Cy Young winner <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17521" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17521">Paul Skenes</a> with more talent. Infielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18811" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18811">Konnor Griffin</a>, MLB's top prospect, also has a chance to reach the majors in 2026.The Pirates finished last in the NL Central this year and haven't made the playoffs since 2015.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Ryan O'Hearn #32 of the San Diego Padres celebrates after a single during the eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on September 28, 2025 in San Diego, California.

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Despite a disappointing season, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube and general manager B...

Despite a disappointing season, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube and general manager Brad Treliving are apparently safe - for now.Berube and Treliving aren't in danger of losing their jobs, sources told <a href="https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/sources-leafs-treliving-berube-not-in-danger-of-being-fired/">Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet</a>.Treliving also gave Berube a vote of confidence while addressing the media before the Leafs took on the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I want to make it clear. I support Craig fully," the GM said, according to <a href="https://x.com/reporterchris/status/2003538605617348887">Chris Johnston of The Athletic</a>.On Monday, the Leafs <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3435141" href="https://thescore.com/news/3435141">fired</a> assistant coach Marc Savard, who oversaw a power play that ranked last in the NHL.However, Toronto doesn't want to make further personnel changes without thorough preparation, Friedman adds.The Leafs' No. 1 priority is reportedly finding a way to get captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5586" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5586">Auston Matthews</a> going, as the three-time Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy winner has 14 goals and 23 points in 30 games this season.Toronto sits last place in the Eastern Conference after winning the Atlantic Division during the 2024-25 campaign. The club is in jeopardy of ending its streak of nine straight seasons with a playoff appearance - the longest active run in the NHL.

TORONTO, ON - September 17 Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving chats to the media with Head Coach Craig Berube to the left. The Toronto Maple Leafs held a media availability prior to to their first skate of the season tomorrow at their practice facility at the Ford Performance Centre. September 17 2025 Richard Lautens/Toronto Star

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The Toronto Maple Leafs relieved assistant coach Marc Savard of his duties Monday.  Savard ran a ...

The Toronto Maple Leafs relieved assistant coach Marc Savard of his duties Monday.Savard ran a Leafs power play that sits last in the NHL with a 13.3% success rate this season despite boasting stars such as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5586" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5586">Auston Matthews</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4180" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4180">William Nylander</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/794" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/794">John Tavares</a>.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Doesn’t sound like the Leafs are bringing in someone to replace Marc Savard for the moment. Going to go in house for now. Obviously that’s subject to change.— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) <a href="https://twitter.com/PierreVLeBrun/status/2003235955436847437?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Toronto hired Savard in June 2024 to join head coach Craig Berube's staff. In his first season, the team's power play finished 16th at 21.4%.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Leafs' struggles on the man advantage are one of the main reasons the organization is underperforming. The club currently sits last in the Atlantic Division after finishing first during the 2024-25 campaign and making the playoffs for a ninth straight season - a streak that appears in jeopardy.

TORONTO, ON - DECEMBER 16: Toronto Maple Leafs Coach Craig Berube and the rest of the bench react during the NHL regular season game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Toronto Maple Leafs on December 16, 2025, at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, Canada.

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The Seattle Mariners signed outfielder Rob Refsnyder to a one-year contract, the club announced M...

The Seattle Mariners signed outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4513" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4513">Rob Refsnyder</a> to a one-year contract, the club announced Monday.Refsnyder will make $6.25 million in 2026, and his deal includes $250,000 in incentives, according to <a href="https://x.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/2003218159487320392?s=20">Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic</a>.The 34-year-old hit nine homers with 30 RBIs and an .838 OPS over 70 games as a platoon player with the Boston Red Sox in 2025. He owns a career .281/.383/.443 slash line against left-handers.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Rob has been one of the most productive hitters against left-handed pitching over the last four seasons and provides balance and impact offensively to our lineup," Mariners general manager Justin Hollander said in a statement.Refsnyder has also suited up for the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Blue Jays, Texas Rangers, and Minnesota Twins over his 10-year career.

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 09: Rob Refsnyder #30 of the Boston Red Sox bats against the Athletics in the top of the third inning at Sutter Health Park on September 09, 2025 in Sacramento, California.

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The New York Mets traded utility man Jeff McNeil and cash to the Athletics for pitching prospect ...

The New York Mets traded utility man <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4912" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4912">Jeff McNeil</a> and cash to the Athletics for pitching prospect Yordan Rodriguez, the club announced Monday.The Mets are sending $5.75 million to help cover the remainder of McNeil's contract, which includes a $15.75-million salary for 2026 and a $2-million buyout on a $15.75-million club option for 2027, according to <a href="https://x.com/JeffPassan/status/2003200666102337937?s=20">Jeff Passan of ESPN.</a>New York will reportedly pay the buyout if the two-time All-Star's option isn't exercised.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>McNeil, who has spent his whole eight-year career in Queens, is the latest member of the team's core to be shipped out or not retained in free agency. The club has also seen <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3045" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3045">Brandon Nimmo</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8674" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8674">Pete Alonso</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5384" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5384">Edwin Díaz</a> depart this offseason.The 33-year-old McNeil hit 12 homers with 54 RBIs and a .746 OPS over 122 games in 2025. His best season came in 2022 when he won the NL batting title with a .326 average en route to authoring a 5.5 fWAR.Rodriguez, 17, posted a 2.93 ERA with 11.7 K/9 over eight appearances in the Dominican Summer League this year.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 25: Jeff McNeil #1 of the New York Mets celebrates after a double hitter in the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on August 25, 2025 in New York City.

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Mets trade McNeil to Athletics for pitching prospect

The Carolina Hurricanes will be without two key players for the foreseeable future.  Hurricanes f...

The Carolina Hurricanes will be without two key players for the foreseeable future.Hurricanes forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9199" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9199">Seth Jarvis</a> and defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4716" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4716">Jaccob Slavin</a> are both week-to-week with upper-body injuries, the club announced Monday.Jarvis was injured during Friday's game against the Florida Panthers after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3432452" href="https://thescore.com/news/3432452">crashing into the post</a> following a trip by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4526" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4526">Evan Rodrigues</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 23-year-old owns a team-leading 19 goals and sits second with 29 points over 34 games. Meanwhile, Slavin will be sidelined again after missing 29 games earlier in the campaign due to a lower-body injury. He returned Dec. 14 and has appeared in just five contests this season.Carolina sits first in the Metropolitan Division, four points up on the Washington Capitals.

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 14: Seth Jarvis #24 of the Carolina Hurricanes looks on against the Philadelphia Flyers during their game at the Lenovo Center on December 14, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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The Boston Red Sox acquired first baseman Willson Contreras and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals...

The Boston Red Sox acquired first baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3571" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3571">Willson Contreras</a> and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18694" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18694">Hunter Dobbins</a> and pitching prospects Yhoiker Fajardo and Blake Aita, the clubs announced Monday.The Red Sox received $8 million to help cover Contreras' salary, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47385039/sources-red-sox-acquire-willson-contreras-trade-cardinals">Jeff Passan of ESPN</a>.Contreras, a three-time All-Star, waived his no-trade clause to facilitate the move.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 33-year-old reportedly gets an extra $1 million for approving the deal through a renegotiation of his contract that will now pay him $18 million in 2026 and $17 million in 2027 with a $20-million option for 2028 that includes a $7.5-million buyout.Contreras hit 20 homers with 80 RBIs and a .791 OPS over 135 games in 2025. Defensively, he finished in the 91st percentile in outs above average and 76th in arm strength in his first full season at first after being a catcher for nine years to start his career.Dobbins, 26, authored a 4.13 ERA with a 3.87 FIP and 6.6 K/9 over 61 innings (11 starts) during his rookie season in 2025. He underwent knee surgery in August after tearing his ACL in July.The 19-year-old Fajardo posted a 2.25 ERA with 10.4 K/9 in 72 innings between Single-A and rookie ball this year.Aita, 22, recorded a 3.98 ERA with 99 strikeouts over 115 1/3 innings in Single-A this past season.The Red Sox also acquired right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3012" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3012">Sonny Gray</a> from the Cardinals in a separate big trade in late November.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - AUGUST 20: Willson Contreras #40 of the St. Louis Cardinals rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins in the sixth inning of the game at loanDepot park on August 20, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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Red Sox land Contreras in 4-player trade with Cardinals

Luis Robert Jr. could finally be traded this offseason.  The Chicago White Sox are looking to mov...

<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9624" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9624">Luis Robert Jr.</a> could finally be traded this offseason.The Chicago White Sox are looking to move the 2023 All-Star outfielder for pitching depth after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3433643" href="https://thescore.com/news/3433643">inking</a> Japanese slugger <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/15902" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/15902">Munetaka Murakami</a>, according to <a href="https://x.com/BNightengale/status/2002779687316304030">USA Today's Bob Nightengale</a>.The White Sox are reportedly engaged in trade talks with the New York Mets and Cincinnati Reds.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 28-year-old is a good fit for the Mets, who project to have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4912" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4912">Jeff McNeil</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4063" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4063">Tyrone Taylor</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a> in the outfield to start the 2026 season.New York also has a pitching surplus, as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15438" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15438">Kodai Senga</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/20104" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/20104">Nolan McLean</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8239" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8239">Clay Holmes</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4239" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4239">Sean Manaea</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9583" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9583">David Peterson</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18990" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18990">Brandon Sproat</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18634" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18634">Jonah Tong</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17559" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17559">Christian Scott</a> could all make starts next year.Meanwhile, the Reds' outfield includes <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12369" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12369">Noelvi Marte</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8747" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8747">TJ Friedl</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8195" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8195">Gavin Lux</a>. Robert would be a defensive upgrade over Friedl in center field, and the former also has a higher ceiling offensively.Cincinnati's pitching staff features <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12445" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12445">Hunter Greene</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/16031" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/16031">Andrew Abbott</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10668" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10668">Brady Singer</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12446" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12446">Nick Lodolo</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/19086" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/19086">Chase Burns</a> plus MLB-ready prospects <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17447" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17447">Rhett Lowder</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17438" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17438">Chase Petty</a>.Robert has two club options for 2026 and 2027 that are each worth $20 million. He comes with injury risk, suiting up for only 577 games since 2020.Robert went deep 14 times with a career-high 33 stolen bases and a .661 OPS during a second straight down year in 2025. However, he hit 38 homers with a 129 wRC+ during a breakout 2023 campaign.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 2: Luis Robert Jr #88 of the Chicago White Sox celebrates a solo home run in the bottom of the fifth inning in a game against the Houston Astros at Rate Field on May 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Seattle Mariners general manager Justin Hollander believes his team could bring back free-agent third baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/3362" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/3362">Eugenio Suárez</a>."Certainly a chance," Hollander told <a href="https://x.com/MLBNetworkRadio/status/2002803995241316499?s=20">MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM</a>. "We've maintained contact with Geno's reps. We love Geno. Geno brings a ton - not just on the field with the 49 homers and the big moments - but off the field (with) his steady presence, great makeup, (and) what he brings to a clubhouse every day. It's ready hard to replicate."The Mariners dealt for Suárez in March 2022 and then again at this year's trade deadline at the end of July.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Seattle still needs to find a new third baseman, as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17760" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17760">Ben Williamson</a> is currently projected to man the hot corner come Opening Day. So, another reunion with Suárez makes sense.The two-time All-Star went deep 49 times with a career-high 118 RBIs and an .824 OPS over 159 games between the Mariners and Arizona Diamondbacks in 2025. However, the 34-year-old struggled when he returned to Seattle, slashing .189/.255/.428 in 53 contests during the regular season.Suárez's biggest hit came in the ALCS when he recorded a late grand slam in Game 5 to put the Mariners up in the series. They ultimately lost to the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 17: Eugenio Suárez #28 of the Seattle Mariners reacts after hitting a grand slam against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning to give the Mariners a 6-2 lead in game five of the American League Championship Series at T-Mobile Park on October 17, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

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The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-hander Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays for outfielder Slat...

The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12302" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12302">Shane Baz</a> from the Tampa Bay Rays for outfielder Slater de Brun, catcher Caden Bodine, right-hander Michael Forret, outfielder Austin Overn, and a 2026 draft pick in competitive balance round A, both clubs announced Friday.The move came shortly after the Rays <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3431861" href="https://thescore.com/news/3431861">reportedly</a> hatched a three-team trade to send All-Star second baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9653" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9653">Brandon Lowe</a>, reliever <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15489">Mason Montgomery</a>, and outfielder <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13931">Jake Mangum</a> to the Pittsburgh Pirates in a deal that netted Tampa Bay outfield prospect <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15651">Jacob Melton</a> and right-hander <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18641">Anderson Brito</a> from the Houston Astros.Baz posted a 4.87 ERA and 4.37 FIP with 9.5 K/9 over 166 1/3 innings while making 31 starts this past season. He's projected to make around $2.8 million next year and is arbitration-eligible through 2028.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 26-year-old will join an Orioles rotation that also includes <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9579" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9579">Trevor Rogers</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12260" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12260">Kyle Bradish</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8585" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8585">Dean Kremer</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12581" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12581">Tyler Wells.</a>De Brun was the No. 6-ranked prospect in Baltimore's minor-league system, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/orioles/">MLB Pipeline</a>. The 18-year-old was taken with the 37th pick in this year's draft.Bodine, the 30th selection in the 2025 draft, was the 10th-ranked prospect in the O's system. The 22-year-old played 11 games in Single-A.The 21-year-old Forret authored a 2.07 ERA with 11.1 K/9 over a combined 74 innings between Single-A and Double-A in 2025 en route to being listed as Baltimore's 11th-best prospect.Overn, 22, hit 13 homers with 43 RBIs and a .754 OPS in 114 games between Single-A and Double-A this year.

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 24: Shane Baz #11 of the Tampa Bay Rays pitches during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at the Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 24, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Orioles land Baz in 5-player trade with Rays

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired All-Star second baseman Brandon Lowe in a three-team trade with t...

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired All-Star second baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9653" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9653">Brandon Lowe</a> in a three-team trade with the Tampa Bay Rays and Houston Astros, the clubs announced Friday.The Pirates also got left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15489" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15489">Mason Montgomery</a> and outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13931" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13931">Jake Mangum</a> in the deal, while the Astros received right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13958" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13958">Mike Burrows</a>.Meanwhile, the Rays landed outfield prospect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15651" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15651">Jacob Melton</a> and right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18641" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18641">Anderson Brito</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-KC8Ei" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/KC8Ei/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="188" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}});</script></figure>The trade broke moments before the Rays <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3431913" href="https://thescore.com/news/3431913">dealt</a> right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12302" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12302">Shane Baz</a> to the Baltimore Orioles for four prospects and a draft pick in a separate move.Lowe hit 31 homers with 83 RBIs and a .785 OPS over 134 games in 2025. He's played his entire eight-year career with Tampa Bay. The 31-year-old is owed $11.5 million next season in his final year under contract.Montgomery, 25, authored a 5.67 ERA with 3.92 FIP and 12.3 K/9 over 57 appearances in his rookie season in 2025. He finished in the 97 percentile for fastball velocity and whiff percentage.Mangum hit three homers with 40 RBIs, 27 stolen bases, and a .698 OPS across 118 games this year. Defensively, the 29-year-old rookie placed in the 91st percentile for outs above average.For the Astros, Burrows posted a 3.94 ERA with 1.24 WHIP and 97 strikeouts over 96 innings (19 starts) in 2025. The 26-year-old is under team control through 2031.Tampa Bay added Melton and Brito before getting a prospect haul from the Orioles (Slater de Brun, Caden Bodine, Michael Forret, and Austin Overn).<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
The Rays are infusing a ton of talent into their farm system 👀 Here's who they've reportedly acquired: Jacob Melton (HOU No. 1) Anderson Brito (HOU No. 3) Michael Forret (BAL No. 8) Slater de Brun (BAL No. 12) Caden Bodine (BAL No. 16) Austin Overn (BAL No. 17) <a href="https://t.co/vTHzBUKZf4">pic.twitter.com/vTHzBUKZf4</a>— Baseball America (@BaseballAmerica) <a href="https://twitter.com/BaseballAmerica/status/2002095368591364161?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Melton made his MLB debut in June but struggled. The 25-year-old had zero homers with seven RBIs and a .419 OPS in 32 games after posting a .945 OPS in Triple-A in 2025.Lastly, the 21-year-old Brito amassed a 3.28 ERA with 11.9 K/9 across 49 1/3 innings in Single-A this year.

TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 21: Brandon Lowe #8 of the Tampa Bay Rays runs the bases after hitting a home run in the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox at George M. Steinbrenner Field on September 21, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.

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The Philadelphia Phillies traded left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5517" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5517">Matt Strahm</a> to the Kansas City Royals for right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12840" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12840">Jonathan Bowlan</a>, the teams announced Friday.Strahm, a 2024 All-Star, authored a 2.74 ERA with a 2.99 FIP and 10.1 K/9 over 66 appearances this year. The reliever started his MLB career with the Royals in 2016 after the team drafted him in 2012.Bowlan posted a 3.86 ERA with a 1.21 WHIP and 46 strikeouts across 44 1/3 innings during his rookie campaign in 2025.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Strahm, 34, will make $7.5 million next season in his final year under contract. Meanwhile, the 29-year-old Bowlan is under club control through 2031.The Phillies also acquired left-handed reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17306" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17306">Kyle Backhus</a> from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday for outfield prospect Avery Owusu-Asiedu.Backhus, 27, recorded a 4.62 ERA with 1.42 WHIP and 7.8 K/9 over 25 1/3 innings as a rookie in 2025. Left-handed hitters slashed .139/.225/.278 against him over 41 plate appearances.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 13: Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm (25) pitches the ball during the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Kansas City Royals on September 13th, 2025 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA.

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The San Diego Padres and infielder Sung-Mun Song agreed to a contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ByRobertMurray/status/2002013696407843184?s=20">Robert Murray of FanSided</a>.Terms of the deal haven't been reported.Song hit 26 homers with 25 stolen bases and a .917 OPS over 144 games with South Korea's Kiwoom Heroes en route to being voted 2025 KBO Player of the Year by his peers.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 29-year-old made 500 career starts at third base in the KBO. He's also started at first base and second base.The Padres reportedly added Song a day after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3431468" href="https://thescore.com/news/3431468">re-signing</a> right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9842" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9842">Michael King</a> to a three-year, $75-million contract.

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - NOVEMBER 18: Sung Mun Song #24 of South Korea throws in the top of the third inning during the WBSC Premier12 Opening Round Group B game between Australia and South Korea at Taipei Tianmu Baseball Stadium on November 18, 2024 in Taipei, Taiwan.

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Former Colorado Rockies assistant general manager Zack Rosenthal said that four-time All-Star Kri...

Former Colorado Rockies assistant general manager Zack Rosenthal said that four-time All-Star Kris Bryant is upset that he hasn't significantly contributed to the team because of injuries."He feels extremely responsible for the fact that he hasn't been on the field much for the Rockies in this first part of his tenure," Rosenthal told "<a href="https://x.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/2001774476220846424">Foul Territory</a>" on Thursday. "I know it bothers him. I've seen it, I've heard it from him. "I don't want to say 'embarrassed' cause they're real injuries - it's not been performance related. He knows the impact that he has on that payroll, and he wanted to be a part of this."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Bryant played just 11 games in 2025 before being diagnosed with lumbar degenerative disc disease in April.The 33-year-old has hit a combined 17 homers with a .695 OPS over 170 contests across the last four years due to multiple ailments. He joined the Rockies on a seven-year, $182-million contract in March 2022 and is still owed $81 million through 2028.Bryant was one of the best players in baseball prior to signing the deal. He won 2015 NL Rookie of the Year and then became the 2016 NL MVP en route to helping the Chicago Cubs win the World Series that season. Only eight major leaguers had a higher fWAR than him between 2015 and 2021.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 03: Kris Bryant #23 of the Colorado Rockies looks on before the game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on August 03, 2024 in San Diego, California.

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The United States added pitchers Tarik Skubal, Mason Miller, Logan Webb, and David Bednar to its ...

The United States added pitchers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11799" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11799">Tarik Skubal</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/16437" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/16437">Mason Miller</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10606" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10606">Logan Webb</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9025" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9025">David Bednar</a> to its 2026 World Baseball Classic roster Thursday.Skubal has won back-to-back American League Cy Young Awards as the ace of the Detroit Tigers. He was 13-6 in 2025 with a 2.21 ERA, 241 strikeouts, and 0.89 WHIP.The 29-year-old is a two-time All-Star and has been integral in helping Detroit reach the playoffs the past two campaigns. Trade rumors have surrounded Skubal this offseason as he and the Tigers are reportedly far apart in negotiations on a contract extension.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Webb posted a 3.22 ERA with an NL-best 224 strikeouts over an MLB-high 207 innings in 2025 en route to finishing fourth in NL Cy Young voting.Skubal and Webb join an American starting rotation that already features National League Cy Young winner <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17521" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17521">Paul Skenes</a>, Minnesota Twins ace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12305" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12305">Joe Ryan</a>, Chicago Cubs All-Star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5285" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5285">Matthew Boyd</a>, and New York Mets right-handers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/20104" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/20104">Nolan McLean</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8239" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8239">Clay Holmes</a>.Miller is one of MLB's most dominant relievers. The Athletics traded him to the San Diego Padres this past season. Between the two clubs, Miller racked up 104 strikeouts in 60 appearances along with a 2.63 ERA. Bednar, a two-time All-Star, authored a combined 2.30 ERA with 27 saves and a career-high 12.4 K/9 in 64 appearances between the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates in 2025. The 31-year-old is the only pitcher so far returning from the 2023 roster that lost to Japan in the final.The United States will field a star-studded team for March's international event. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4773" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4773">Aaron Judge</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12336" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12336">Bobby Witt Jr.</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10827" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10827">Cal Raleigh</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4761" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4761">Kyle Schwarber</a> are among the position players already named to the roster.

DETROIT, MI - JUNE 29: Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) reacts after striking out Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (not pictured) to end the first inning of a regular season Major League Baseball game between the Minnesota Twins and the Detroit Tigers on June 29, 2025 at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan.

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