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Henderson inspired a generation to 'run like Rickey'

December 21, 2024

The tributes to the great Rickey Henderson are pouring in after we learned of the Hall of Famer’s sad, sudden passing, just days before his 66th birthday. Baseball’s “Man of Steal” has been rightly celebrated here, there and everywhere for his place in history as the all-time stolen bases and

Rickey Henderson, legendary leadoff hitter, passes away at 65

@MartinJGallegos
December 21, 2024

Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, considered the greatest leadoff hitter in history and MLB’s all-time leader in stolen bases, leadoff home runs and runs scored, has passed away. He was 65. “For multiple generations of baseball fans, Rickey Henderson was the gold standard of base stealing and leadoff hitting,” Commissioner

'Truly one of a kind': Baseball world reacts to Henderson's passing

December 21, 2024

Rickey Henderson was one of the greatest baseball players of all time -- and he knew it. MLB's career leader in stolen bases and runs, Henderson played the game with a style and a swagger that made him an iconic figure. On Saturday, the baseball world mourned Henderson as news

Goldschmidt agrees to join Yankees on 1-year deal (source)

December 21, 2024

Two offseasons ago, Paul Goldschmidt made a three-hour drive across the state of Florida for a chance to compare notes with one of his favorite stars in Aaron Judge, a couple of reigning Most Valuable Players huddling near the Yankees’ spring home in Tampa, Fla. Goldschmidt and Judge hit in

D-backs acquire Josh Naylor in trade with Guardians

December 21, 2024

PHOENIX -- One day after Christian Walker agreed to a three-year, $60 million free-agent deal with the Astros, the Diamondbacks filled his spot by acquiring first baseman Josh Naylor in a trade with the Guardians on Saturday. In return, the D-backs will send Minor League right-hander Slade Cecconi and their

Santana returning to Guardians on 1-year deal (sources)

@MandyBell02
December 21, 2024

Another staple in the Guardians lineup is on the move, but another one is coming home. First baseman Josh Naylor has been traded to the Diamondbacks in exchange for righty pitcher Slade Cecconi and Arizona’s 2025 Competitive Balance Round B pick, the team announced on Saturday.

5 free agents who should be generating more buzz

@HarriganMLB
December 21, 2024

This offseason has already seen its share of blockbuster moves, headlined by Juan Soto’s record-setting 15-year, $765 million deal with the Mets. Blake Snell (Dodgers), Willy Adames (Giants) and Max Fried (Yankees) are among the other big names to change teams in free agency, while Garrett Crochet (Red Sox), Kyle

Mets viewed as legitimate contender for Bregman (report)

December 21, 2024

MLB.com is keeping track of all the latest Mets-related free agent and trade rumors right here.

What alternatives to Teoscar could the Dodgers pursue?

December 21, 2024

MLB.com is keeping track of all the latest free-agent and trade rumors involving the Dodgers right here.

The 1B market has started to rev up. But who will sign Alonso?

LATEST FREE AGENT & TRADE RUMORS
December 21, 2024

We're keeping track of all the latest free agent and trade rumors.

Yanks bring back RHP Loáisiga on a 1-year deal

@ssc627
December 21, 2024

The Yankees have re-signed right-hander Jonathan Loáisiga to a one-year deal with a team option for 2026, the club announced on Saturday.

Experts predict this year's Hall of Fame voting

December 20, 2024

The results for this year's Hall of Fame voting will be announced on Jan. 21, 2025 -- but we're here to give you a sneak peak of what to possibly expect. We asked 55 MLB.com experts a variety of HOF-related questions and compiled all of the answers below. To be

Yankees land Goldschmidt (source); will Arenado join him in the Bronx?

December 21, 2024

MLB.com is keeping track of all the latest Yankees-related free agent and trade rumors right here.

What's next for the Phillies this offseason?

@paul_casellaMLB
December 21, 2024

This story was excerpted from the Phillies Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

White Sox pick up lefty reliever Booser from Boston

December 21, 2024

CHICAGO -- The White Sox added to their left-handed bullpen mix by acquiring reliever Cam Booser from the Boston Red Sox, in a deal announced Saturday evening. Minor League right-hander Yhoiker Fajardo was sent to Boston in exchange for Booser, and to make room on the 40-man roster, the White

4 MVPs on 1 team ... how rare is that?

@SlangsOnSports
December 21, 2024

The Yankees’ new-look roster has no shortage of MVP winners. In addition to two-time MVP Aaron Judge -- the reigning American League winner -- and Giancarlo Stanton (2017 National League), the Bronx Bombers now feature two other MVPs, having reached a one-year, $12.5 million deal (per a source) with Paul

Free-agent 1B Walker, Astros agree to 3-year, $60M deal (source)

@kennlandry and @HarriganMLB
December 20, 2024

Slugging free-agent first baseman Christian Walker and the Astros have agreed to terms on a three-year, $60 million contract, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand on Friday. The club has not confirmed the deal. Acquiring Walker constitutes the Astros' second seismic shift in less than a week, as they also

Big changes for elite clubs shake up American League

December 20, 2024

We’ve had three United States presidential elections since the last American League Championship Series that didn’t feature either the Astros or the Yankees. Of the 16 available ALCS spots in the last eight seasons, the Astros or Yankees have occupied 11. They’ve played each other three times in that round

Reds land former All-Star Trevino in trade with Yankees

@AlexJStumpf
December 21, 2024

The Reds added to their catcher room Friday night, acquiring Jose Trevino from the Yankees in exchange for right-handed reliever Fernando Cruz and catcher Alex Jackson. It’s a move that not only gives the Reds one of the best defensive catchers in the game, but someone with a good reputation

Orioles see big things ahead for Holliday, Mayo

@JakeDRill
December 21, 2024

This story was excerpted from Jake Rill’s Orioles Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

Quiet thus far, will Twins decide to swing big?

@dohyoungpark
December 21, 2024

This story was excerpted from Do-Hyoung Park’s Twins Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

5 fun facts about Elly's domination on the basepaths

December 20, 2024

This story was excerpted from the Reds Beat newsletter, with David Adler filling in for Mark Sheldon. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

Yogi Berra and his pal Joe Garagiola used to sell Christmas trees for charity

December 21, 2024

We’ve all seen the classic roadside Christmas tree stand, pop-up sites hawking freshly-cut firs and pines during the holiday season. Here’s one that would entice any baseball fan to slam on the brakes. During the offseason, Yogi Berra and Joe Garagiola would team up in their St. Louis neighborhood of

Walker's deal: What it means for Astros, D-backs, 1B market

December 20, 2024

Christian Walker developed into one of the best first basemen in the Majors over the past three seasons with the D-backs. As a result, he was one of the best players available at the position in free agency this offseason. But he is available no more. On Friday, Walker agreed

Sasaki has started meeting with teams in person

December 20, 2024

MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki, who is seeking an MLB opportunity via the posting system. At 23 years old, Sasaki is subject to international bonus pool money restrictions, which are placed on foreign-born players unless they are at least 25