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Mariners land LHP Ferrer from Nats for prospects

The Mariners acquired lefty reliever Jose Ferrer from the Nationals for top catching prospect Harry Ford and minor league pitcher Isaac Lyon. ... Continue Reading

Hicks, ex-owner of Rangers and Stars, dies at 79

Tom Hicks, the former owner of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars, died Saturday at age 79. ... Continue Reading

FBI docs: MLB looked into Rose earlier than known

Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose in 1988 but suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents. ... Continue Reading

Williams: 'Good situation' if Diaz returns as closer

The Mets remain interested in a reunion with Edwin Díaz, sources tell ESPN, but newly signed Devin Williams gives them a proven backup plan, which could dampen the Mets' willingness to meet Díaz's demands. ... Continue Reading

Mets claim Red Sox castoff Criswell from waivers

The Mets claimed right-hander Cooper Criswell off waivers from the Red Sox just one day after he was designated for assignment. ... Continue Reading

Pirates send Oviedo to Red Sox in 5-player deal

The Red Sox acquired right-hander Johan Oviedo from the Pirates in a five-player trade that sent outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia, also known as "The Password," to Pittsburgh. ... Continue Reading

Washington joining Giants staff as infield coach

Former Angels manager Ron Washington is joining the Giants' coaching staff as infield coach, he confirmed on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

Gray: With BoSox, 'It's easy to hate the Yankees'

Sonny Gray, now with the Red Sox, says he is happy to be in "a place where it's easy to hate the Yankees." ... 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

What Buster Olney, Jeff Passan are hearing about Schwarber suitors, top free agents, blockbuster trades

Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason. ... Continue Reading

Where all 30 MLB teams stand ahead of winter meetings

Here's how your favorite team looks today -- and what it needs to do next week and beyond. ... Continue Reading

MLB offseason grades: Red Sox, Mariners add pitchers in trade market

We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade. ... Continue Reading

Pagán on re-signing with Reds: 'Easy choice'

Emilio Pagán said it was an 'easy choice' to remain with the Reds, even as he was exploring his options in free agency. ... Continue Reading

Lineup production? Pitching? Biggest needs for contenders

Here's what some of baseball's best teams will be targeting this offseason and which players fit those needs. ... Continue Reading

FBI docs: MLB's Rose investigation began in '88

Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose earlier than previously known and suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents. ... Continue Reading