The New York Mets and free-agent outfielder Jesse Winker have reached an agreement to a one-year, $8 million deal, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Winker will receive a $1 million signing bonus in the contract. Winker, 33, is best utilized as a designated hitter and occasional corner outfielder who plays against right-handed pitching. Additionally, Winker adds … [Read more...] about Fiery Veteran Outfielder Re-Signs with Mets
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Blue Jays, Mets in Talks as Free Agent Chase Intensifies
The sweepstakes for All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso are heating up and the Toronto Blue Jays are engaged in discussions with his camp, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon. They report that the Blue Jays, New York Mets, and a third unnamed team are all in the mix as Alonso’s free agency reaches a “critical juncture.” While the Blue Jays are pursuing … [Read more...] about Blue Jays, Mets in Talks as Free Agent Chase Intensifies
Padres Sign Martín Maldonado, Adding Catching Depth
The San Diego Padres have finally made a move in free agency, albeit not the splash fans were hoping for. According to Dennis Lin of The Athletic, the Padres will sign veteran catcher Martín Maldonado to a minor league deal with a non-roster invite to spring training. While not a headline-grabbing acquisition, the move provides some clarity to the Padres’ unsettled catcher … [Read more...] about Padres Sign Martín Maldonado, Adding Catching Depth
A’s Sign Japanese High School Phenom Shotaro Morii
Just two hours after the 2025 international signing period opened on Jan. 15, the Athletics made a splash. The team announced they officially signed 18-year-old Japanese sensation Shotaro Morii to a minor league deal accompanied by a $1.5 million signing bonus. アスレチックスへようこそ！森井翔太郎選手！ (Welcome to the Athletics Shotaro Morii!) pic.twitter.com/dMzh9kGvnk — Athletics (@Athletics) … [Read more...] about A’s Sign Japanese High School Phenom Shotaro Morii
Tommy Brown, Last Surviving Player of the Historic 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers Team, Has Died
The last living member of the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers, Tommy “Buckshot” Brown has died, according to Ben Lindberg on X. He was 97.Brown died from pneumonia that developed while he was recovering from a fall. He was the last surviving teammate of Jackie Robinson. Tommy Brown, Last Surviving Player of the Historic 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers Team, Has Died Brooklyn Dodger Tommy … [Read more...] about Tommy Brown, Last Surviving Player of the Historic 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers Team, Has Died