MLB News
White Sox win draft lottery, will pick 1st in 2026
The White Sox, who had the best odds to win the 2026 MLB draft lottery, will pick first in next summer's draft, followed by the Rays at No. 2 and Twins at No. 3.
Sources: Dodgers, closer Diaz reach $69M deal
The Dodgers got the best closer on the free agent market, reaching a three-year, $69 million deal with former Mets reliever Edwin Diaz, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Schwarber back to Phils on $150M deal
Slugger Kyle Schwarber, who led the NL with 56 home runs last season, and the Phillies are finalizing a five-year, $150 million contract, sources told ESPN.
U.S. adds to WBC roster; Trout question remains
Mike Trout, the cornerstone of Team USA's 2023 World Baseball Classic run, is still under consideration for the roster for the 2026 tournament amid recent injury concerns.
Jays won't blame Kiner-Falefa for Game 7 loss
Speaking at the MLB winter meetings on Tuesday, Toronto manager John Schneider illustrated the Blue Jays' loss in Game 7 of the World Series, as well as the blame surrounding Isiah Kiner-Falefa, after he was thrown out at the plate in the ninth inning.
The Phillies have signed manager Rob Thomson to a one-year extension through 2027 after the 62-year-old guided the team to its fourth straight playoffs.
Angels acquire infielder Grissom from Red Sox
The Angels acquired infielder Vaughn Grissom in a trade with the Red Sox on Tuesday in return for minor league outfielder Isaiah Jackson.
Dominican court orders new trial for Rays' Franco
An appeals court in the Dominican Republic on Tuesday ordered a new trial for Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who was convicted earlier this year of sexually abusing a minor.
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