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Shane Baz, Orioles Finalizing 5-Year, $68 Million Contract Extension
Right-handed pitcher Shane Baz is finalizing a five-year, $68 million contract extension to remain with the Baltimore Orioles through the 2029 season.

Cubs Finalize Three-Year, $35 Million Extension With Nico Hoerner
The Chicago Cubs have secured second baseman Nico Hoerner with a three-year contract extension worth $35 million, covering his remaining arbitration years.

Yu Darvish Restricted List: Padres Veteran Forfeits $43M to Rehab Elbow
San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish has been placed on the restricted list, forfeiting the remaining $43 million on his contract to recover from surgery.

Mets Secure Tommy Pham on Minor League Agreement for 2024 Season
On Opening Day, the New York Mets bolstered their organizational depth by signing veteran outfielder Tommy Pham to a minor league contract.

Cubs Secure Pete Crow-Armstrong with $115 Million Contract Extension
The Chicago Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong agreed to a six-year, $115 million contract extension that begins in the 2027 MLB season.

2026 MLB Offseason: Kyle Tucker Joins Dodgers as Pete Alonso Inks $155M Deal
The 2026 MLB offseason featured Pete Alonso signing a $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles while the Dodgers landed the market's top free agent.

Phillies Secure Cristopher Sanchez with $107 Million Six-Year Extension
Left-handed pitcher Cristopher Sanchez has finalized a six-year contract extension with the Philadelphia Phillies worth $107 million after finishing second in Cy Young voting.

Washington Nationals Release Right-Handed Reliever Drew Smith
The Washington Nationals have officially parted ways with right-handed pitcher Drew Smith, terminating his minor league contract and making him a free agent.

Austin Slater Exercises Release Clause After Missing Tigers Opening Day Roster
Outfielder Austin Slater has opted out of his minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers after failing to secure a spot on the club's season-opening roster.

Tommy Kahnle Red Sox Deal: Righty Lands Minor League Contract with $1.5M Salary
Relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a minor league contract that includes a $1.5 million salary if he joins the 40-man roster.

Nationals Secure Zack Littell on One-Year Deal with 2027 Mutual Option
Right-hander Zack Littell joins the Washington Nationals rotation following a 2025 season defined by 186.2 innings pitched and a 3.81 ERA.

Astros Sign Christian Vázquez to Minor League Deal with Spring Training Invite
Veteran catcher Christian Vázquez returns to the Houston Astros on a minor league contract following a 2022 World Series run with the franchise.

Tarik Skubal Confirms No Long-Term Tigers Offer After Record $32M Arbitration
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal revealed he received no long-term contract offers this offseason following his record-breaking $32 million arbitration victory.

Royals Sign Starling Marte to $1M Deal; Outfielder Dairon Blanco Designated
The Kansas City Royals signed two-time All-Star Starling Marte to a $1 million contract while designating Dairon Blanco for assignment.

St. Louis Cardinals Finalize Two-Year Extension for Oliver Marmol Through 2028 Season
The St. Louis Cardinals have secured manager Oliver Marmol with a new contract extension including a 2029 club option as the franchise enters a rebuilding phase.

Yankees Sign Randal Grichuk to Minor League Deal with Spring Training Invite
Veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk joins the New York Yankees on a minor league contract following a 2024 season split between Arizona and Kansas City.

Chris Sale Inks One-Year, $27 Million Contract Extension With Braves
Southpaw Chris Sale has agreed to a $27 million contract extension with the Braves for the 2027 season, featuring a 2028 club option.

Guardians Sign Rhys Hoskins to Minor League Deal with $1.5M Roster Incentive
First baseman Rhys Hoskins joins the Cleveland Guardians on a minor league contract following a 12-homer season with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada to Minor League Deal Following Westburg Injury
The Baltimore Orioles signed 30-year-old Thairo Estrada to a minor league contract with a spring training invitation to address depth needs.

Cubs Sign Michael Conforto to Minor League Deal After .199 Dodgers Season
Free agent outfielder Michael Conforto and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor league contract following his stint with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Brewers Sign Pat Murphy to 3-Year Extension After Record 97-65 Season
Pat Murphy has secured a new three-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers following a franchise-record 97-65 campaign and a National League Championship Series appearance.

San Diego Padres Finalize Multiyear Extension for A.J. Preller
The San Diego Padres announced on Monday that president of baseball operations A.J. Preller has signed a multiyear contract extension to remain with the club.

Manny Machado: Dodgers Spending 'Great for the Game' Despite Padres Inactivity
San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado endorsed the Los Angeles Dodgers' aggressive free agency spending, labeling the financial moves as beneficial for professional baseball.

Phillies Cut Nick Castellanos Following $100M Deal and Dugout Beer Incident
The Philadelphia Phillies released Nick Castellanos, who still has $20 million remaining on his contract, following his admission of bringing a beer into the dugout.