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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.
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.
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.
Tigers prez: No 'untouchables,' including Skubal
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, even after back-to-back Cy Young Awards, is not "untouchable" when it comes to trade offers, president of baseball operations Scott Harris said.
HOF chair 'not surprised' Bonds, Clemens still out
Baseball Hall of Fame chairman Jane Forbes Clark told reporters on Monday that Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds weren't voted into the Hall this year because contemporary era committee members evaluate the Steroids Era in the same manner as baseball writers.
Ohtani ties mark with 4th AP Male Athlete of Year
Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani capped another championship year by winning The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for a record-tying fourth time.
Mets' Mendoza: Reports of clubhouse issues 'a lie'
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza disputed recent reports of discord among his players last season while also defending his management of the bullpen.
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