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Super-rare Ohtani MVP card sells for record $3M

A Shohei Ohtani on-card autographed, one-of-one numbered card has sold for $3 million, including buyer's premium, via Fanatics Collect. ... Continue Reading

Sources: King, Padres agree to 3-year, $75M deal

Right-hander Michael King and the San Diego Padres agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

Means: Tore Achilles ahead of free agent deal

Free agent John Means said Thursday that he was recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon, the latest injury setback for the veteran left-hander. ... Continue Reading

Lefty Ferguson, Reds finalize one-year contract

Left-hander Caleb Ferguson and the Reds finalized a one-year, $4.5 million contract on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

U.S. adds 2-time Cy Young winner Skubal for WBC

Two-time defending AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal has committed to play in the World Baseball Classic for USA Baseball. ... Continue Reading

Dodgers' full postseason share was $484,748

A full postseason share for the World Series champion Dodgers totaled $484,748, up from the amount Los Angeles players earned in 2024 but still down from the winner's figure in 2022 and 2023. ... Continue Reading

Nationals pick Kilambi, 31, as general manager

The Nationals have hired Ani Kilambi as their new general manager. Kilambi joins Washington after serving as an assistant general manager for the Phillies. ... Continue Reading

Source: Weaver latest ex-Yankee to join Mets

The Mets and reliever Luke Weaver agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract, a source told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves

We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades. ... Continue Reading

'That's going to probably piss off some pitchers': How MLB teams are approaching new ball-strike challenge system

The strategic side of baseball's next big rule change is already in motion. Here's the early thinking from MLB managers. ... Continue Reading

'That's going to probably piss off some pitchers': How MLB teams are approaching new ball/strike challenge system

The strategic side of baseball's next big rule change is already in motion. Here's the early thinking from MLB managers. ... Continue Reading

GM: Up to Hinch if signee Jansen is Tigers' closer

The Tigers have added one of baseball's most accomplished closers, but it will be up to manager A.J. Hinch whether Kenley Jansen takes on that role in Detroit. ... Continue Reading

Sources: Padres sign King to 3-year, $75M deal

Right-hander Michael King and the San Diego Padres agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

Twins name Tom Pohlad new controlling owner

Twins ownership has finalized the purchase of portions of the franchise by three different investors, limited partnerships the Pohlad family sought for a fresh infusion of cash and strategy after deciding earlier this year to retain control of the club. ... Continue Reading

McClanahan, Rays avoid arbitration, reach deal

Shane McClanahan, a two-time All-Star who last pitched in the major leagues in August 2023, avoided arbitration when he agreed Wednesday to a one-year, $3.6 million contract with the Rays. ... Continue Reading