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Justin Verlander Returns to Detroit Tigers on $13 Million One-Year Contract
Justin Verlander has signed a $13 million, one-year contract to return to the Detroit Tigers after last pitching for the franchise in 2017.

Dodgers Finalize $10M Max Muncy Extension and $4.5M Enrique Hernandez Deal
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured third baseman Max Muncy with a $10 million guaranteed extension and re-signed utilityman Enrique Hernandez to a one-year contract.

Phillies Release Nick Castellanos; Outfielder Owed $20M After .250 Season
The Philadelphia Phillies have released outfielder Nick Castellanos, who hit 17 home runs last season and is still owed $20 million on his contract.

Chris Bassitt Joins Orioles Rotation on One-Year, $18.5 Million Contract
The Baltimore Orioles have fortified their starting rotation by reaching an agreement with veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt on a one-year deal worth $18.5 million.

Rockies Sign Tomoyuki Sugano to $5.1M Deal; Kris Bryant Moved to 60-Day IL
The Colorado Rockies and right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano agreed to a one-year, $5.1 million contract on Tuesday in Scottsdale.

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.

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.

Spring Training Shake-Up: 3 Blockbuster MLB Trade Rumors to Watch
As teams report to camp, fresh MLB trade rumors suggest that several contenders are looking to finalize blockbuster deals to fix roster imbalances.

Orioles Acquire Blaze Alexander from Diamondbacks in Multi-Player Trade
The Baltimore Orioles have finalized a Blaze Alexander trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks to add versatile depth to their infield rotation.

Padres Bolster Outfield Depth: Miguel Andujar Signs One-Year, $4 Million Deal
San Diego has officially strengthened their roster by reaching an agreement with Miguel Andujar. The Padres signed the former Yankees star to a one-year contract worth $4 million.

Framber Valdez Joins Tigers: Historic $115M Deal Reshapes Detroit Rotation
The Detroit Tigers have made a massive splash in free agency, signing Framber Valdez to a record-breaking three-year, $115 million contract.

Pirates Bolster Rotation Depth: Mike Clevinger Signs Minor League Contract
The Mike Clevinger Pirates partnership is official as the veteran right-hander joins Pittsburgh on a minor league deal with a big-league camp invitation.

Isaac Paredes, Houston Astros Secure $9.35 Million Deal to Avoid Arbitration
All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes and the Houston Astros have finalized a one-year, $9.35 million contract to avoid a salary arbitration hearing.

Mariners Acquire Cardinals All-Star Brendan Donovan in Blockbuster Trade
The Seattle Mariners have bolstered their roster by finalizing a Brendan Donovan Mariners trade, bringing the versatile All-Star utility man over from St. Louis.

White Sox Acquire Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin in Major Trade With Red Sox
The Chicago White Sox have bolstered their roster by finalizing a White Sox Red Sox trade involving flamethrower Jordan Hicks and prospect David Sandlin.

Chicago White Sox Bolster Outfield With Veteran Austin Hays on One-Year Deal
The Chicago White Sox have reached an agreement with free agent outfielder Austin Hays on a one-year contract to stabilize their young lineup.

Athletics Secure Future: Jacob Wilson Signs Massive Seven-Year Contract Extension
The Athletics have officially finalized a landmark Jacob Wilson extension, keeping the All-Star shortstop in the organization through at least the 2031 season.

Mets Bolster Bullpen Depth: New York Signs Craig Kimbrel and Matt Barnes
The New York Mets sign Craig Kimbrel to a minor league contract, bringing the veteran closer to Queens on a low-risk, high-reward deal for the upcoming season.

Yankees Bolster Bullpen Depth in Trade for Rockies Reliever Angel Chivilli
The New York Yankees trade Angel Chivilli into their bullpen mix as the Colorado Rockies reshuffle their roster with help from the Minnesota Twins.

Freddy Peralta Open to Long-Term Future with the New York Mets
Star pitcher Freddy Peralta has expressed a sincere willingness to discuss a long-term contract extension with the New York Mets as he settles into his new environment.