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Mariners Tell Longtime Shortstop He’s Not Returning; Enters Free Agency For 1st Time
The Seattle Mariners have officially told shortstop J.P. Crawford they won’t re‑sign him, pushing the 31‑year‑old into free agency for the first time. Crawford’s 2026 season was marred by a right‑shoulder injury and left‑wrist inflammation, leaving him at a .221/.340/.687 line with 14 homers and 40 RBIs. After an eight‑year stint that produced a Gold Glove and a $51 million contract, Seattle is shifting focus to top prospect Colt Emerson, who secured an eight‑year, $95 million deal. The club also seeks a right‑handed bat, making Crawford’s left‑handed swing a lineup mismatch.
Report: Blue Jays Targeting Two-Time 35-HR Slugger in Free Agency
The Toronto Blue Jays are eyeing free‑agent second baseman Brandon Lowe, according to MLB Deadline News. Lowe posted a career‑high 150 games in 2026, hitting 35 homers, 96 RBIs and posting an .824 OPS – his second 35‑HR season after a 39‑HR outburst in 2021. With current All‑Star Ernie Clement underperforming at second base (9 HR, .649 OPS), Toronto hopes Lowe can boost a lackluster offense. The Pirates, Rays, Giants and Padres also chase him, setting up a competitive market.
Massive Update On Cubs' Pursuit Of Tarik Skubal
The Chicago Cubs face a rotation crisis after losing all five starters to free agency, but sources say they won’t join the $300‑$400 million bidding war for two‑time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. While ESPN’s Jeff Passan claimed the Cubs “badly” want Skubal, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma notes labor uncertainty and roster holes will keep Chicago on the sidelines, instead targeting ground‑ball arms like Clay Holmes, David Peterson, Freddy Peralta or Michael King. Skubal, who posted a 2.72 ERA and 5.2 fWAR in 2024‑25, could command a record‑breaking nine‑year, $425 million contract, sparking competition among the Dodgers, Mets and other big‑market teams.
Phillies Make 3X All-Star Available In Expected Massive Shake Up
Phillies GM Dave Dombrowski plans a major roster overhaul after a disappointing season, making infielder Trea Turner and outfielder Brandon Marsh—both 2026 All‑Stars—available for trade, according to insider Bob Nightengale. Turner, a three‑time All‑Star with two batting titles and two stolen‑base crowns, carries seven years and $190 million on his contract and is entering age 34 after posting a career‑low .675 OPS. Marsh, a first‑time All‑Star, is also on the block, while Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper remain. Philadelphia seeks a third baseman, left fielder and bullpen help, eyeing free agents like Randy Arozarena and Seiya Suzuki as it gears up for the upcoming GM meetings in Las Vegas.
Multiple Teams Eye Free Agent 21-HR Gold Glove Slugger
Ty France, the 32‑year‑old first baseman who posted a career‑year with a .295 average, 21 homers, 72 RBIs and an AL Gold Glove in 2026, is drawing interest from multiple clubs. After signing a minor‑league deal with the Padres and earning $1.35 million, France delivered a .865 OPS, 141 wRC+, and +15 Defensive Runs Saved. With no qualifying offer from San Diego, teams can sign him without forfeiting a draft pick. MLB Trade Rumors projects a two‑year, $16‑$25 million contract, and outlets cite the Diamondbacks, Guardians, Mets and Rangers as potential suitors, while a Padres return remains possible.
3 Landing Spots for Top Bullpen Lefty Adrian Morejon
After a dominant 2026 season, Padres lefty Adrian Morejon rejects a $23.15 million qualifying offer and is projected to command a three‑year, $45 million free‑agent contract. With a mid‑2.00s ERA, a sub‑.200 opponent batting average and a striking 107:28 K/BB ratio in 76 innings, he draws interest from three likely destinations: the New York Yankees, who need a high‑leverage arm as David Bednar departs; the Philadelphia Phillies, seeking a left‑handed set‑up man behind closer Jhoan Duran; and the Chicago Cubs, who could gamble on Morejon transitioning to the rotation in 2027. The article also notes the Dodgers as a possible fallback.
Boston Red Sox Looking To Trade 2 Star Outfielders
The Boston Red Sox are exploring trade options for outfielders Jarren Duran and Masataka Yoshida after a disappointing postseason, where they were swept by the Yankees and haven’t won a series since 2021. Duran’s 2026 slash line slumped to .207/.266/.361 despite a 20‑20 season, dropping his market value, and he carries a projected $11 million 2027 salary. Yoshida, entering the final year of a $90 million contract, posted a modest .274/.347/.399 in 87 games and offers limited power. Boston’s young, team‑controlled outfield core through 2029 leaves little room for them, and the club eyes a right‑handed power bat like free‑agent Seiya Suzuki to upgrade the lineup.
Blue Jays Linked to 4 Free Agents
Toronto’s 2026 offense, which ranked last in home runs and near‑bottom in OPS and slugging, is the Blue Jays’ top offseason priority. Former MLB manager Steve Phillips told TSN that the club could target four free‑agent hitters: Japan’s power‑contact outfielder Seiya Suzuki, Seattle’s all‑around slugger Randy Arozarena (28 HR, .865 OPS, league‑leading 113 runs), batting‑title winner Luis Arraez (career .316 average, versatile at second base), and consistent power option Ian Happ (20+ homers, OPS+ 103‑120). Phillips believes adding any of these bats would give Toronto a stronger lineup ahead of the Dec. 1 collective‑bargaining deadline.
Report: Tarik Skubal’s $380M-Plus Market Heating Up
Tarik Skubal’s free‑agency market heats up as Jon Heyman projects a seven‑year, $382.5 million deal for the two‑time Cy Young winner. The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets lead the bidding, while the Chicago Cubs admit they want him but doubt they can match the price. Skubal, acquired by the Dodgers at the trade deadline, posted a 5‑2 record with a 2.61 ERA in ten starts. He finished the season 12‑7 with a 2.72 ERA, 186 strikeouts over 158.2 innings and turns 30 in November. With the CBA expiring Dec. 1, teams hope to lock in a contract before a potential lockout.
8 Teams Linked To Japanese Pitching Phenom Shoki Oda
Eighteen‑year‑old Japanese phenom Shoki Oda is set to skip NPB and head straight to MLB, sparking interest from at least eight clubs. In the next few hours Oda meets with the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, St. Louis Cardinals, Toronto Blue Jays and Houston Astros, while the Texas Rangers already held an extensive eight‑person meeting that impressed the teen pitcher. He can sign once the international signing period opens on Jan. 15, 2027—if it isn’t delayed by the looming owners‑players shutdown. Oda cites Yoshinobu Yamamoto as his favorite player, giving the Dodgers a possible edge.
Report: Rangers To Seek Trades For Seager, deGrom
The Texas Rangers plan to explore trade offers for shortstop Corey Seager, pitcher Jacob deGrom, and potentially Nathan Eovaldi, according to Dallas Morning News reporter Evan Grant. With a 2027 payroll projected at $190 million, the trio ties up about $92 million despite the club’s rebuilding goals. Seager, under a 10‑year, $325 million deal, posted a .227/.312/.424 line with 20 homers in 102 games and faced elbow surgery. DeGrom went 11‑11 with a 4.20 ERA and 201 strikeouts, while Eovaldi recorded an 11‑10, 4.20 ERA season. All three have full no‑trade clauses, and the Rangers must convince them to waive these rights as they reshape the roster after an 80‑82 finish in 2026.
MLB Free Agency Buzz: 2 Yankees Are 'As Good As Gone'
The Yankees face a major offseason shift as ESPN’s Jorge Castillo claims Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Trent Grisham are “as good as gone.” Both players ranked in the team’s top eight for at‑bats in 2026, but declining performances—Chisholm’s .231 average with 19 homers and 55 RBIs, and Grisholm’s drop to a .703 OPS—suggest they’ll depart. Buckley of Bleacher Report projects Chisholm heading to Detroit and Grisholm to Cincinnati, leaving New York to fill second base and center field from within or via free‑agency moves.
Baltimore Orioles Could Trade All-Star Closer
The Baltimore Orioles may move reliever Felix Bautista or right‑hander Ryan Helsley this offseason, source Andy Kostka says, as the club seeks at least one starting pitcher, a corner outfielder, and a catcher upgrade. Both arms are injury‑prone—Bautista posted a 2.60 ERA with 19 saves in 2025 before shoulder surgery, while Helsley, a two‑time All‑Star, missed most of 2026 with an elbow issue. Baltimore, fresh off a fourth‑place AL East finish, is open to trades on every player except Pete Alonso, though a Henderson deal looks unlikely. The team hopes to improve its rotation while prospects develop.
Trevor Rogers' Top 4 Landing Spots in Free Agency
Trevor Rogers, the 29‑year‑old left‑hander who posted a 1.81 ERA in 2025 and logged 169 innings with a 4.01 ERA in 2026, is eyeing a multi‑year deal worth $60‑70 million. MLB Trade Rumors narrows his potential destinations to four clubs: the Chicago White Sox, who need to upgrade a rotation that fell short of a deep postseason run; the San Diego Padres, busy replenishing a rotation losing several starters; the Pittsburgh Pirates, who could afford a $65 M contract to add a solid lefty alongside Paul Skenes and others; and the Baltimore Orioles, who may try to retain him after extending a $23.1 M qualifying offer, though Rogers is likely to test free agency. The piece breaks down each team’s pitching needs and financial fit.
Report: Brewers Open To Trading World Series Star
The Milwaukee Brewers are open to trade offers for closer Trevor Megill, the World Series‑winning team's 30‑save, All‑Star reliever who posted a 2.63 ERA and 0.89 WHIP this season. With only one year of control left and an expected $8 million arbitration salary in 2027, the club may move him despite a recent title, following past deals involving Josh Hader and Devin Williams. Potential suitors include the Yankees, Braves, Red Sox, Cubs and Twins, though Brewers could retain Megill if they deem him vital for another championship run.
Mariners Make Stunning Hire For New Manager
The Seattle Mariners announce a surprise hire: Jason Kanzler, 36, as their new manager despite never having managed at any level. Kanzler, former Chicago Cubs director of player development and former Houston Astros bench coach (2022‑23), leaves a background in player development and even taught physics in high school. Mariners GM Justin Hollander and President of Baseball Operations Jerry DiPoto praise his leadership, communication and analytical mindset, saying he can help forge a championship culture. Analysts AJ Pierzynski and Erik Kratz question the move, warning a contending club needs an experienced skipper to maximize talent like Julio Rodriguez.
Chicago Cubs Eye $400 Million Superstar Signing
The Chicago Cubs are eager to acquire pitcher Tarik Skubal, but fear they can’t match the $300‑$400 million contract the 29‑year‑old is expected to command. ESPN’s Jeff Passan notes the Dodgers and Mets are the front‑runner suitors, with the Padres also in the mix as they seek a rotation anchor. Skubal, who posted a 12‑7 record with a 2.72 ERA and 186 strikeouts this season (including a 2.61 ERA in ten starts for the Dodgers after an August trade), could set a new record deal for a starter. Cubs owner David Stearns may hesitate, recalling last year’s costly Kyle Tucker chase.
Top 3 Free Agent Destinations For Michael King
Michael King, the 31‑year‑old ace who posted a 3.21 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and a scorching 0.64 ERA in 14 postseason innings for the Padres, opts out of his $58 million contract and becomes a hot free‑agent target. The article breaks down three likely landing spots: a return to San Diego, where he feels at home despite a rotation gap; a massive 4‑year, $118 M offer from the New York Mets seeking a top‑of‑the‑staff arm; and a cost‑effective alternative for the Detroit Tigers, who could sign King for far less than a $400 M Skubal deal.
Orioles Decline All-Star's $20 Million Option, Making Him A Free Agent
The Baltimore Orioles have declined outfielder Luis Robert Jr.'s $20 million club option for 2027, triggering a $2 million buyout and turning the 29‑year‑old into a free agent. Baltimore claimed Robert off waivers from the Mets on Aug. 31, inheriting $4.9 million in salary and the buyout. He posted a .221 average with 11 homers and 26 RBIs in 61 games between New York and Baltimore, but hamstring and lumbar injuries limited him to 271 of 489 possible games from 2024‑2026. Robert now joins Randy Arozarena, Seiya Suzuki and Taylor Ward on the outfield market as the league’s labor deal nears expiration on Dec. 1.
Top 3 Landing Spots For Free Agent Pitcher Sonny Gray
Veteran right‑hander Sonny Gray, 37, declines his Boston Red Sox option after a controversial 5th‑inning pull in the 2026 ALCS and declares he’ll pitch another year. With three All‑Star nods and a career‑best season behind him, MLB Trade Rumors lists his top free‑agent destinations: the Atlanta Braves, who have a track record with veterans like Chris Sale; the Toronto Blue Jays, looking to rebuild a rotation after losing Bieber, Scherzer and others; and the San Diego Padres, needing depth as Michael King, Nick Pivetta and Robby Ray enter free agency.
World Series Champ Jake Bauers Linked To 3 Teams in Free Agency
World Series MVP Jake Bauers, who went from a .199 batting average in 2024 to a 26‑home‑run breakout that helped the Milwaukee Brewers win the 2026 World Series, is now a free‑agent hot commodity. Analysts project a 4‑year deal worth $56‑$58 million. If the Brewers don’t re‑sign him, three clubs are eyeing the 31‑year‑old left‑handed power bat: the Texas Rangers, seeking left‑handed middle‑order pop and a .389 OBP; the New York Mets, needing a replacement for Pete Alonso after his move to Baltimore; and the Arizona Diamondbacks, desperate for left‑handed production at first base. Bauers’ walk rate, defensive flexibility at first base and corner outfield, and postseason résumé make him one of the most sought‑after bats in a weak hitting market.
Trade Talks Heating Up Around Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte
The Arizona Diamondbacks are reigniting trade talks for second baseman Ketel Marte as they aim to reshape a roster that missed the playoffs for a third straight year. GM Mike Hazen acknowledges the need for change and says a controllable starter is a priority, while Marte, a 33‑year‑old with a $87.5 million contract through 2030, holds full no‑trade rights but only a five‑team list. He posted a down year in 2026, hitting .249 with 22 homers and 76 RBIs, and faced an unexcused absence that drew criticism from owner Ken Kendrick. MLB Trade Rumors ranks him No. 6 among offseason trade candidates, and interest from teams like the Blue Jays is already surfacing.
Top 3 Free Agent Destinations For 2B Slugger Brandon Lowe
Second baseman Brandon Lowe finishes a career‑best 2026 season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, appearing in 150 games, hitting 35 home runs, driving in 96 runs and posting a .824 OPS (121 OPS+). At 32, he enters free agency with projected contracts ranging from $45 million to $68.4 million over three years. The article outlines three top destinations: the San Francisco Giants, who need power after trading Luis Arraez and could reunite Lowe with former teammate Willy Adames; the San Diego Padres, looking to upgrade from Jake Cronenworth’s sub‑par 2026 output; and a possible re‑signing with the Pirates, who could afford a deal near Bowden’s $45 M estimate. Readers get a clear picture of Lowe’s value and his most likely landing spots for 2027.
Angels' 211-Strikeout Ace Named MLB's Top Trade Candidate
Los Angeles Angels left‑hander Reid Detmers tops MLB Trade Rumors’ list of the 40 most coveted offseason candidates. The 2020 No. 10 overall pick threw a career‑year, posting a 3.36 ERA with 211 strikeouts over 185 innings (28.5% K%, 6.5% BB%) and becoming the first Angel lefty to reach 200 Ks since 1999. With two years of arbitration left and a projected $7.5 M salary in 2027, Detmers is a high‑end No. 2/3 starter priced at roughly $20 M through 2028. The Cubs, White Sox and Cardinals have shown interest, but no deal materialized after the trade deadline.
3 Likely Landing Spots For Free Agent Freddy Peralta
Freddy Peralta, ranked the No. 2 free‑agent starter by Jim Bowden, finishes the season with a 0.96 ERA over his last five starts and a 1.08 postseason ERA, despite a rough 4.99 ERA start to the year with the Mets and an ugly World Series Game 3. Bowden projects a five‑year, $140 million contract and lists three likely destinations: the San Diego Padres, who need to revamp a rotation losing Michael King, Robbie Ray, Casey Mize and Walker Buehler; the Chicago Cubs, whose staff sees Clay Holmes, Matthew Boyd, Shota Imanaga, Kevin Gausman and David Peterson departing; and the Chicago White Sox, seeking an ace after a pitching‑depth failure in 2026.
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