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Now that the market has taken shape, here's who is due for a bigger -- or smaller -- payday than previously thought.
December 13, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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The Giants made three offers to Shohei Ohtani, including a final proposal that president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi called "very comparable if not identical" to...
December 12, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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There is no timetable for the L.A. County District Attorney's Office to determine whether free agent pitcher Julio Urias will be criminally charged.
December 12, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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The Diamondbacks, who've made it clear they're willing to spent to some degree following a surprise run to the World Series, introduced new pitching addition Eduardo...
December 12, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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How will Ohtani's monster 10-year contract play out? We look at several different paths he could take on the field.
December 12, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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Shohei Ohtani's 10-year contract with the Dodgers will see him defer $68 million of his annual $70 million salary, sources said.
December 11, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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Vic Davalillo, a World Series champion with the '71 Pirates and '73 Athletics and the first Venezuelan-born player to win a Gold Glove, died Dec. 6.
December 11, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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The two most familiar names of the offseason have found new homes -- but there is still a reigning Cy Young, former MVP and more superstars available. Where do they fit...
December 11, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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The Yankees have sent 2021 first-round pick Trey Sweeney to the Dodgers in a three-player trade that opens up a 40-man roster spot for Shohei Ohtani.
December 11, 2023 at 9:35 AM -
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Amid rumors of Shohei Ohtani's interest in the Blue Jays on Friday, bettors at sportsbooks in the United States and Canada rushed to bet on Toronto to win the World...
December 10, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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Baseball fans across Japan lined up to buy special newspaper editions announcing Shohei Ohtani's record deal with the Dodgers.
December 10, 2023 at 3:35 AM -
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For six years, he has amazed us on the field. After signing a record-setting contract -- $700 million! -- with the Dodgers, he has done it off the field too.
December 9, 2023 at 10:35 PM -
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Tristan H. Cockcroft breaks down Shohei Ohtani massive deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers and what it means for his fantasy value in the years ahead.
December 9, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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From how much Ohtani improves his new team to how his move impacts the rest of baseball, we debate the fallout of the biggest deal in MLB history.
December 9, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Othani's massive deal crushes the other largest contracts across North American sports -- and it's not even close.
December 9, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani announced his decision to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers on a record contract. From LeBron James to Peyton Manning, here are some of the most hyped free...
December 9, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Baseball's unicorn is headed to the other side of L.A. on a contract that blows away any in the history of the sport. Here's what to make of the 10-year deal.
December 9, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani is signing the largest contract in baseball history, reaching a 10-year, $700 million deal to join the Dodgers.
December 9, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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The winter meetings came and went with the top two free agents still unsigned -- but one blockbuster deal salvaged the week. Here's when we could see more big...
December 8, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Once Ohtani picks a destination, here's how the rest of his free agency suitors could pivot.
December 7, 2023 at 9:35 AM -
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Ohtani's free agency could have ben fun -- a celebration of baseball. Instead, there is silence and threats. This is a loss for Ohtani -- and for baseball.
December 5, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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The Guardians won the MLB draft lottery Tuesday and will pick first for the first time in franchise history.
December 5, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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Dave Roberts said he thinks the Dodgers' meeting with Shohei Ohtani "went well," but that the two-way superstar will ultimately end up where "he feels most...
December 5, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Ohtani's free agency is complete. Relive the buzz about a once-in-a-generation talent.
December 5, 2023 at 9:35 AM -
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Two-time All-Star Chris Archer has joined the Dodgers as an assistant to the baseball operations department, he told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
December 4, 2023 at 10:35 PM -
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Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts will make All-Star Mookie Betts "the every-day second baseman" next season, telling the MLB Network on Monday that the decision "makes...
December 4, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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From predicting who will sign where -- and when -- to the latest buzz from Nashville, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.
December 4, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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Billy Bean, Major League Baseball's senior vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, has been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.
December 4, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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Hard-throwing reliever Joe Kelly is closing in on an agreement to return to the Dodgers, a source told ESPN, confirming multiple reports.
December 2, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Batting ahead of Corey Seager? Behind Vlad Guerrero Jr?! Here's how the addition of Ohtani could change these six rosters in 2024 and beyond.
December 2, 2023 at 6:35 AM -
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Waiting for baseball's hot stove to ignite? Here's which big moves could be coming soon.
December 1, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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With the winter meetings looming, it's time for teams to start getting busy this winter. Here's where they stand.
November 30, 2023 at 5:35 AM -
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Former longtime major leaguer Nelson Cruz will work for the Dodgers as an adviser, sources told ESPN.
November 29, 2023 at 11:35 AM -
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Slow start to the offseason? Let's spice it up with some blockbusters that could rock Nashville.
November 29, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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Breaking down the deals the unprecedented star might be offered this winter -- and the teams (Dodgers? Mets?) that fit each of them best.
November 28, 2023 at 5:35 AM -
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Will Ohtani return to the Angels? Will he choose the Cubs, Rangers, Dodgers, Mets, Red Sox or Yankees? The latest buzz about a once-in-a-generation talent.
November 27, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Outfielder Jason Heyward, who hit .269 with 15 home runs last season, is returning to the Dodgers on a one-year, $9 million deal, sources told ESPN.
November 27, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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Can a trade or free agent signing change your team's trajectory this offseason? Let's light up the hot stove.
November 22, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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The World Series champion Texas Rangers earned a full postseason share of $506,263 from a total pool of $107.8 million, the most in Major League Baseball...
November 21, 2023 at 9:35 AM -
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Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley headline the newcomers to the ballot of 26 MLB players being considered for induction into the Naitonal Hall of Fame.
November 20, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Free agent Lance Lynn, who last pitched for the Cardinals in 2017, is returning on a one-year deal worth at least $10 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN.
November 20, 2023 at 10:35 AM -
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The Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a one-year major-league deal with pitcher Ricky Vanasco on Thursday.
November 16, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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Will Ohtani return to the Angels? Will he choose the Cubs, Rangers, Dodgers, Mets, Red Sox or Yankees? The latest buzz about a once-in-a-generation talent.
November 14, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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Here are the players, teams and themes that will dominate the hot stove headlines.
November 14, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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The best of 2023 collected their hardware this week, and we've got it all covered.
November 13, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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How much will the biggest stars get paid this winter? Kiley McDaniel breaks down this year's free agent class.
November 9, 2023 at 9:35 AM -
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Will Ohtani return to the Angels? Will he choose the Cubs, Rangers, Dodgers, Mets, Red Sox or Yankees? The latest buzz about a once-in-a-generation talent.
November 8, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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Remember what we said about your team going into the season? It's time to see what worked out, what didn't -- and what it means for 2024.
November 8, 2023 at 5:35 AM -
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Kiley McDaniel breaks down what he saw in every round -- and what it means for the upcoming offseason.
November 7, 2023 at 5:35 AM -
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Two of the World Series champion Texas Rangers -- shortstop Corey Seager and second baseman Marcus Semien -- are finalists for the American League Most Valuable Player...
November 6, 2023 at 5:35 PM -
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Reliever Blake Treinen's 2024 club option was exercised Monday by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
November 6, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Starting at 5 p.m. ET, free agents can sign anywhere! Here are some pairings we'd love to see this winter.
November 6, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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Toronto third baseman Matt Chapman and outfielder Kevin Kiermaier won their fourth Gold Gloves, Rawlings announced Sunday.
November 5, 2023 at 6:35 PM -
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Kyle Hendricks, the final remaining player from the Cubs' 2016 World Series winner, will return after Chicago exercised its option. The Cubs are also retaining catcher...
November 5, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Clayton Kershaw announced that he had surgery on his throwing shoulder but hopes to return next summer.
November 3, 2023 at 11:35 AM -
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Shohei Ohtani, Cody Bellinger and Blake Snell were among the 130 MLB players to become free agents Thursday, with contract talks eligible to begin Monday.
November 2, 2023 at 4:35 PM -
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Max Muncy, who had a career-high 105 RBIs and tied his personal best with 36 homers in 2023, has reached a 2-year, $24 million deal with the Dodgers.
November 2, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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The two-way star won't be able to pitch in 2024, but he's still one of the most coveted players ever.
November 2, 2023 at 8:35 AM -
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From the wild-card round through the World Series, here's what should be on the offseason to-do list for every squad as its October run ends.
November 1, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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The Rangers just won the 2023 World Series -- and we're already looking ahead to next year.
November 1, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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Frank Howard, a four-time All-Star who slugged 382 home runs during a lengthy major league career that included a World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers in...
October 30, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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MLB commissioner Rob Manfred believes that baseball's new playoff format, now two years old, has "served us pretty well." MLBPA executive director Tony Clark isn't as...
October 27, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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Retiring after 26 years as a manager, Dusty Baker thanked players, fans and family. "This isn't a goodbye," he said. "It's simply a 'see you later.'"
October 26, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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Dodgers left fielder David Peralta is recovering from flexor tendon surgery on his left forearm and is expected to be ready by spring training.
October 25, 2023 at 1:35 PM -
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From the wild-card round through the World Series, here's what should be on the offseason to-do list for every squad as its October run ends.
October 23, 2023 at 9:35 PM -
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Former MLB managers Jim Leyland, Lou Piniella, Cito Gaston and Davey Johnson are among the eight men on the ballot for Hall of Fame consideration by the contemporary era...
October 19, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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The Phillies joined an elite list on Tuesday night with a 10-0 win. Here are the other NLCS games which were similarly dominant.
October 18, 2023 at 6:35 AM -
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Here's what has defined the postseason so far -- and what it means for the rest of October.
October 13, 2023 at 4:35 AM -
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While some are calling for a change to baseball's postseason, which has seen some of the league's best teams in the regular season fade out quickly in October...
October 12, 2023 at 7:35 PM -
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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts on the team's last two postseason failures: "I've got to do a better job of figuring out a way to get our guys prepared for the...
October 12, 2023 at 3:35 PM -
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We've only got one Division Series left. Will it end tonight?
October 12, 2023 at 2:35 PM -
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Yet again, a 100-win season with high expectations ended with a postseason thud. Here's where it all went wrong for L.A.
October 12, 2023 at 12:35 PM -
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The Dodgers' season came to an abrupt conclusion with a 4-2 loss to the Diamondbacks in Game 3 of the NLDS on Wednesday night.
October 12, 2023 at 1:35 AM -
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In a week of sweeps, upsets and 100-win teams eliminated or on the brink, the Astros found a way to survive and advance -- just like they always do.
October 11, 2023 at 11:35 PM -
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The Diamondbacks rode a record-setting burst of homers in the third inning to a 4-2 win over the Dodgers on Wednesday night and their first NLCS berth since...
October 11, 2023 at 10:35 PM -
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From the wild-card round through the World Series, here's what should be on the offseason to-do list for every squad as its October run ends.
October 11, 2023 at 9:35 PM -
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The playoffs continued with three division series matchups -- and the Dodgers and Twins were both sent home.
October 11, 2023 at 11:35 AM -
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We break down what we've seen so far -- and where the playoffs will go from here.
October 11, 2023 at 5:35 AM -
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We have your one-stop shop for everything you need to keep up with all the action this October.
October 10, 2023 at 8:35 PM -
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Former NL MVP Steve Garvey has joined the race to succeed the late Dianne Feinstein as a U.S. senator in California.
October 10, 2023 at 7:35 AM