MLB

O's Elias: Alonso 'the right player' to sign long term

The Orioles introduced Pete Alonso on Friday at Camden Yards after reaching a five-year, $155 million deal that dwarfed Baltimore's other signings over the past several years, when the team stuck mostly to short-term deals. ... Continue Reading

Diaz picked Dodgers because 'I'm looking to win'

At his introductory news conference with the Dodgers on Friday, Edwin Diaz said a desire "to win" was a big reason why he signed with L.A. over the Mets. ... Continue Reading

Blue Jays acquire right-hander Lee from Tigers

Right-hander Chase Lee was acquired by the Blue Jays from the Tigers on Friday for minor league left-hander Johan Simon. ... Continue Reading

Source: Gray, Nats reach deal to avoid arbitration

Right-hander Josiah Gray and the Nationals avoided salary arbitration when they agreed Friday to a $1.35 million, one-year contract, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan. ... Continue Reading

Sources: Royals keeping Garcia on five-year deal

The Royals have secured All-Star third baseman Maikel Garcia on a multiyear contract extension, sources told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

Jays president Shapiro given new 5-year deal

Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro and Toronto agreed to a new five-year contract following the team's first American League pennant since 1993. ... Continue Reading

Sources: Cubs, lefty reliever Milner agree to deal

Free agent left-handed reliever Hoby Milner is in agreement with the Chicago Cubs on a one-year, $3.75 million contract, sources confirmed to ESPN. ... Continue Reading

Former Padres closer Suarez signs with Braves

Former Padres closer Robert Suarez has signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced Thursday. ... 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

O's Elias: Alonso 'the right player' to sign long-term

The Orioles introduced Pete Alonso on Friday at Camden Yards after reaching a five-year, $155 million deal that dwarfed Baltimore's other signings over the past several years, when the team stuck mostly to short-term deals. ... Continue Reading

Sources: A's, Leiter Jr. agree to 1-year, $3M deal

Free agent reliever Mark Leiter Jr is in agreement on a 1-year contract with the A's, sources told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

Orioles agree to 5-year deal with slugger Alonso

First baseman Pete Alonso and the Orioles have agreed to a five-year contract, the team announced Thursday. ... Continue Reading

Rule 5: Yanks pick Winquest, Rockies get Petit

The Yankees made their first selection in a Rule 5 draft since 2011 on Wednesday, taking right-hander Cade Winquest from the Cardinals. The Rockies took RJ Petit, a 6-foot-8 reliever, with the first pick from the Tigers. ... Continue Reading

MLB winter meetings winners, losers and questions

Now that the dust has settled in Orlando, we debate all the moves and what's ahead this offseason. ... Continue Reading

Braves sign vet OF Yastrzemski to 2-year deal

Mike Yastrzemski's deal with Atlanta is worth at least $23 million and includes a team option for 2028. ... Continue Reading