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Justin Verlander Rejoins Detroit Tigers on One-Year Deal for 21st Season
Three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander has signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers after recording 137 strikeouts in 2025.
Historical Defeat: Statistical Breakdown of the Chicago White Sox 2024 Season
The Chicago White Sox concluded their 2024 campaign with a 41-121 record, setting a modern MLB record for losses in a single season while enduring a 21-game slide.
Aaron Civale Athletics Agree to $6M Deal Following 88-Strikeout Season
Veteran right-hander Aaron Civale and the Athletics reached a one-year, $6 million agreement that includes $1.5 million in potential incentives.
Phillies Pursue Nick Castellanos Trade; Zack Wheeler Sidelined for Opening Day
Dave Dombrowski confirms the Philadelphia Phillies are seeking a Nick Castellanos trade following the outfielder's .250 batting average and 17 home runs last season.
Ketel Marte Trade Talks Cease as 32-Year-Old Star Reports to Diamondbacks Camp
All-Star Ketel Marte remains with the Arizona Diamondbacks after hitting .283 with 28 home runs and 72 RBIs during the previous season.
Red Sox Acquire Caleb Durbin for Kyle Harrison and Two Others in Brewers Trade
The Boston Red Sox have acquired 25-year-old third baseman Caleb Durbin from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for a three-player package headlined by Kyle Harrison.
Marcell Ozuna Pirates Agree to $12 Million Contract with 2027 Mutual Option
The Pittsburgh Pirates have secured veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna on a one-year, $12 million deal to bolster an offense that hit a league-low 117 home runs.
MLB Spring Training Opens: Kyle Tucker Inks $220M Deal as Dodgers Seek Three-Peat
MLB spring training kicks off in Arizona and Florida with Kyle Tucker joining the Dodgers on a four-year, $220 million contract.
Lakers Front Office Seeks to Mimic Dodgers’ Championship Structure
The Lakers front office is working closely with the Los Angeles Dodgers to adopt the baseball team's successful organizational practices and deep executive structure.