MLB News
Sources: Yankees ace Cole opts out of contract
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opted out of his contract, leaving the team with the ability to ensure he remains in New York by adding an additional year at $36 million to the four years and $144 million that was remaining on the contract, sources told ESPN.
Sources: LHP Ray opts to remain with Giants
Giants left-hander Robbie Ray did not opt out of the remaining two years and $50 million on his contract, sources told ESPN.
Rizzo's $17 million option declined by Yankees
Anthony Rizzo's $17 million option for 2025 was declined Saturday by the New York Yankees in favor of a $6 million buyout, making the first baseman a free agent.
Braves reach 2-year, $13M deal with Bummer
The Braves agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with lefty Aaron Bummer and reached a revised three-year, $30 million deal with Reynaldo Lopez.
Sources: Cubs' Bellinger opts in for next season
Cubs infielder/outfielder Cody Bellinger has decided to stay in Chicago after opting into his contract for the 2025 season, sources told ESPN.
Source: Pederson declines option with D-backs
Diamondbacks designated hitter Joc Pederson has declined his mutual option for the 2025 season and will be a free agent, a source told ESPN.
Sánchez cut loose as Brewers nix mutual option
Gary Sánchez's $11 million mutual option for 2025 has been declined by the Brewers, making the catcher a free agent.
Ohtani, Yamamoto help WS ratings soar in Japan
With Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto making their first appearance, the World Series averaged 12.9 million viewers in Japan, the most-watched Fall Classic in the nation's history.
Soto predictions: $600 million ... or more?
How much will Soto get paid this winter -- and who could give it to him? Here's our early inside intel.