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Former New York Mets catcher Ron Hodges dies at 74
Ron Hodges, a catcher who spent his entire 12-season major league career with the New York Mets, has died. He was 74.
Brad Ausmus becomes Yankees bench coach for manager Aaron Boone
The New York Yankees have announced the hiring of Brad Ausmus to replace Carlos Mendoza as bench coach for manager Aaron Boone.
Pitcher Osvaldo Bido gets $750,000 deal from Oakland A’s after Pittsburgh Pirates let him go
Right-hander Osvaldo Bido agreed to a one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics after he was let go by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
MLB hires Josh Clark to oversee video content distribution in wake of Diamond bankruptcies
Major League Baseball made another addition to its broadcast department as it adapts following the bankruptcy of the Diamond Sports Group’s regional sports networks, hiring Josh Clark to the new position of senior vice president of content distribution.
The Angels’ new pitching coach is Barry Enright, who pitched for the club a decade ago
The Los Angeles Angels have hired Barry Enright to be their pitching coach. The 37-year-old Enright has only been in coaching for five years.
Andrew Bailey hired as Red Sox pitching coach, reuniting him with former teammate Craig Breslow
Andrew Bailey was hired as pitching coach of the Boston Red Sox after four seasons in the same role with the San Francisco Giants.
Padres give Mike Shildt another chance to manage 2 years after his Cardinals exit
Mike Shildt has been hired as manager of the San Diego Padres, returning to the dugout two years after he was suddenly fired by the St.
World Series champion Rangers’ full share $506,263, MLB postseason pool a record $107.8 million
A full postseason share for the World Series champion Texas Rangers totaled $506,263, just down from the record set when the Houston Astros won in 2022, but the total pool increased to the most in Major League Baseball history.
Spencer Turnbull’s option reversed due to foot injury, giving him additional major league service
Spencer Turnbull’s option to the minor leagues by the Detroit Tigers on Aug. 23 was reversed because of a foot injury, giving the pitcher an additional 3 1/2 weeks of major league service.
Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley among 12 newcomers on BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot
Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer, Chase Utley, David Wright, José Bautista and Matt Holliday are among 12 new candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday.
Nola’s $172 million, 7-year deal with Phillies includes bonus if traded in 2024 or ’25
Pitcher Aaron Nola will get yearly salaries of $24,571,428 in his $172 million, seven-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Cardinals agree to $11 million deal with RHP Lance Lynn that includes club option, AP source says
A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to a $11 million deal with right-hander Lance Lynn for the upcoming season.
Braves sign hard-throwing reliever Reynaldo López to a $30 million, 3-year contract
While the search continues for starting pitching, the Atlanta Braves have added another reliever to their bullpen with the signing of right-hander Reynaldo López to a $30 million, three-year contract.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto becomes free agent Tuesday, talks can run through Jan. 4
Yoshinobu Yamamoto will become a free agent Tuesday and major league teams can sign him through 5 p.m. EST on Jan. 4.
Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, signing a 7-year deal with the Phillies
Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, after all. The right-hander signed a seven-year contract to remain with the Phillies after testing the free-agent market, the team said Sunday.
Angels add hitting coach Johnny Washington to their new coaching staff
Johnny Washington has been named the Los Angeles Angels’ new hitting coach. The Angels on Saturday announced the latest addition to new manager Ron Washington’s coaching staff.
Orioles avoid arbitration with INF Jorge Mateo and 3 other players with 1-year agreements
The Baltimore Orioles avoided arbitration with infielder Jorge Mateo and three other players Friday. The Orioles and the speedy Mateo settled on a $2.7 million deal.
Right-hander Adam Cimber becomes free agent when Blue Jays decline to offer 2024 contract
Right-hander Adam Cimber became a free agent when the Toronto Blue Jays declined to offer a 2024 contract.
Woodruff, Lewis among 63 new free agents as 19 players reach deals and teams make flurry of trades
Starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff was cut loose by Milwaukee and former AL Rookie of the Year Kyle Lewis by Arizona, among 63 players who became free agents when their teams declined to offer 2024 contracts.
Oakland Athletics agree to 1-year contracts with infielders Miguel Andujar and Abraham Toro
The Oakland Athletics have agreed to one-year contracts with infielders Miguel Andujar and Abraham Toro.
White Sox and reliever Matt Foster agree to $750,000, 1-year deal and avoid arbitration
The Chicago White Sox and reliever Matt Foster have agreed to a $750,000, one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.
Yankees let relievers Abreu, Trivino and Misiewicz go free
The Yankees allowed right-handers Albert Abreu and Lou Trivino to become free agents when New York declined to offer them 2024 contracts.
Mets cut Vogelbach and Guillorme, sign Stewart to 1-year contract
Designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach and reserve infielder Luis Guillorme have been cut by the New York Mets.
Cincinnati Reds decline to offer Nick Senzel a contract for next season
The Cincinnati Reds have cut ties with Nick Senzel, declining to offer their former first-rounder a contract for next season.
Chicago Cubs agree to 1-year contract with third baseman Patrick Wisdom
The Chicago Cubs and third baseman Patrick Wisdom have agreed to a $2,725,000, one-year contract. Wisdom hit .205 with 23 homers and 46 RBIs in 97 games for Chicago this year.
Mariners acquire utility infielder Luis Urías from Boston for pitcher Isaiah Campbell
The Seattle Mariners acquired infielder Luis Urías from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for right-handed pitcher Isaiah Campbell.
Guardians acquire RHP Barlow from Padres, avoid arbitration with OF Laureano with $5.15M deal
The Cleveland Guardians made their second trade, swapping relievers with San Diego and acquiring right-hander Scott Barlow from the Padres in exchange for Enyel De Los Santos.
New Marlins exec Peter Bendix makes trade with former team, acquiring Vidal Bruján from Rays
Peter Bendix has completed a trade with his former team in one of his first major moves since taking over the Miami Marlins, acquiring utilityman Vidal Bruján and right-hander Calvin Faucher from the Tampa Bay Rays.
Braves trade right-handers Kyle Wright and Nick Anderson to Royals
The Atlanta Braves have jettisoned two more arbitration-eligible players in two separate trades with Kansas City, sending right-handers Kyle Wright and Nick Anderson to the Royals.
Brandon Woodruff becomes free agent after Brewers fail to offer contract
Brandon Woodruff wasn’t offered a contract by the Milwaukee Brewers by Friday’s deadline, making the two-time All-Star right-handed pitcher a free agent as he recovers from surgery to his throwing shoulder.
Guardians trade pitcher Cal Quantrill to the Rockies for minor league catcher Kody Huff
The Cleveland Guardians traded starter Cal Quantrill to the Colorado Rockies for minor league catcher Kody Huff.