Desired dollars: Should we care what free agents are seeking?
Closer Aroldis Chapman wants $100 million this winter. Does it matter? Here's what history tells us about players who have been open with their contract hopes.
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Source: Colon reaches $12.5M deal with Braves
One day after signing 42-year-old R.A. Dickey, the Braves have made a deal with 43-year-old pitcher Bartolo Colon, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Reports: Jays sign Morales, Cuban IF Gurriel
The Blue Jays signed DH Kendrys Morales and Cuban infielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. on Friday, according to reports.
Red Sox OF Betts undergoes right knee surgery
American League MVP finalist Mookie Betts underwent successful surgery on his right knee, the Red Sox announced Friday.
Dodgers ship Kendrick to Phillies for 2 players
The Dodgers traded veteran second baseman/outfielder Howie Kendrick to the Phillies on Friday. In return, the Dodgers received first baseman Darin Ruf and utility man Darnell Sweeney.
Brewers, Counsell agree to 3-year extension
The rebuilding Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to extend manager Craig Counsell through the 2020 season.
Familia pleads not guilty to domestic violence
New York Mets pitcher Jeurys Familia has pleaded not guilty to a disorderly persons charge stemming from a domestic violence case.
Best destinations for top free agents
With MLB free agents making their decisions in the coming weeks, fantasy players are watching closely. Here's where a handful of the top players should sign in order to drive up their value.
R.A. Dickey, Bartolo Colon give Braves bridge to future
Turning to two 40-something arms might seem odd, but Bartolo Colon and R.A. Dickey provide a chance to win now while Atlanta's young pitchers develop.
Outfielders Buyer's Guide: Could Dodgers move Puig?
What type of team should trade for Yasiel Puig? Can free-agent Jose Bautista still be productive? We address seven potential acquisitions.
If Rockies want to win, trading Carlos Gonzalez doesn't add up
Carlos Gonzalez trade rumors will be frequent this winter, but the hoping-to-contend Rockies should add a slugger instead of dealing one away.
AL West offseason preview: The one big question for each team
Who will play first base in Texas? Can the Angels use $40 million from expiring contracts to get Mike Trout some help? We look at the biggest issues facing teams in the AL West.
Is Chapman worth $100 million? (1:08)
Forget Cubs, Cardinals chasing defensive fixes this offseason
The Cardinals have no chance of completely closing the gap with their rivals this winter, but St. Louis must emulate Chicago's ability to field well.
Bowden Bits: Potential suitors for Chris Sale, Miguel Cabrera
The Hot Stove isn't just heating up, it's kicking out some juicy rumors, including teams already being linked to big-name trade options.
In controversial year, Cubs-Indians classic a finale MLB needed
From a banished closer and a racist mascot to fond and not-so-fond farewells, serious issues plagued baseball in 2016. But in the end, a World Series for the ages lifted the sport to new heights.
Trade intrigue grows amid weak free-agent pitching market
Need an ace? Free agency isn't going to get you one. This offseason's biggest moves are going to come from the teams willing to trade away high-end starting pitching.
From All-Star to adieu: Why Pirates would trade Andrew McCutchen
The face of the franchise coming off a career-worst year, it's possible Andrew McCutchen has played his last game with the Bucs. Where could he land?
Pittsburgh's latest dilemma: Trade or keep Andrew McCutchen?
Dealing stars isn't new to Pirates GM Neal Huntington, and he's always listening, but he's counting on a rebound season by OF Andrew McCutchen.
How Schwarber and the Cubs kept calm in Game 7 (1:20)
NL Central offseason preview: The one big question for each team
What will the Cubs' outfield look like in 2017? Will big-name players be on the trade block? We look at the biggest issues facing teams in the NL Central.
Which free agents will cash in on postseason trends?
October taught us versatility is valuable, relievers rule and curveballs are crucial to success. That could mean big bucks for a select group.
Holliday among under-the-radar free agents who can still contribute
Yes, the free-agent market is light on top-tier talent, but it does have a number of useful players -- even if a little past their prime -- who can still help a major league team.
Writing on the wall at Wrigley (3:45)
Buyers beware: Will Angels, Rockies be this winter's D-backs?
If you're not careful during Hot Stove season, you might get burned. Winter sprees can be toxic if a team isn't ready. Here's how a couple clubs could fall into that trap.
Is Dexter Fowler this year's Ben Zobrist?
Like his World Series-MVP-winning teammate last offseason, Dexter Fowler's versatility will put him in high demand on the free-agent market. Which teams could be the best fit?
AL Central offseason preview: The one big question for each team
Will the White Sox shake up the trade market by making Chris Sale and Jose Quintana available? What moves will the Indians make? We look at the biggest issues facing teams in the AL Central.
Tebow continues to work on his game (2:10)
Biggest snubs, best picks among Gold Glove selections
With advanced metrics helping determine Gold Glove Award winners (congrats, Buster Posey and Ian Kinsler), errors now are rare. Still, there's room to second-guess some of this year's choices.
Kinsler happy to break through with Gold Glove (1:14)
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Gold Glove Awards
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
Rizzo takes pride in winning Gold Glove
Rizzo takes pride in winning Gold Glove
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
Lindor eager to share Gold Glove with father
Lindor eager to share Gold Glove with father
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
Perez doesn't take fourth straight Gold Glove for granted
Perez doesn't take fourth straight Gold Glove for granted
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
Kiermaier thrilled with second straight Gold Glove
Kiermaier thrilled with second straight Gold Glove
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
Inciarte's aggressiveness key to Gold Glove Award
Inciarte's aggressiveness key to Gold Glove Award
Reaction to Gold Glove selections
What separated Keirmaier from rest of field?
What separated Keirmaier from rest of field?
Trade market overview: Perfect storm in place for another deal-heavy winter
Weak FA class. Pretenders that think they'll contend. Stars on rebuilding squads. Who could move? Chris Sale and Andrew McCutchen highlight the list.
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MLB Rumor Central
Indians' Carlos Santana gifts bat to Cavs' J.R. Smith
In yet another sign of Cleveland camaraderie, Indians slugger Carlos Santana gave Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith the bat he used to hit his final regular-season homer this season.
Zach Britton not a Cy Young finalist? Puh-lease
The most dominant pitcher in the AL this season? Orioles closer Zach Britton. So why isn't he a Cy Young contender? The BBWAA blew it.
Theo Epstein ... for president?
Theo Epstein might have earned a place on the Mount Rushmore of baseball executives. How about, someday, the actual Mount Rushmore? On Election Day, our panel discusses Theo's third act.
Cash Cubs: Young, curse-breaking core a marketing dream
With star power stretching far beyond the baseball diamond, Chicago's drought-busters are set to earn big endorsement bucks everywhere from shoe stores to supermarket shelves.
NL East offseason preview: The one big question for each team
Can the Mets replace Yoenis Cespedes if he leaves? Why is Trea Turner's role such a big deal? We look at the biggest issues facing teams in the NL East heading into the offseason.
Tebow delivers walk-off hit in Arizona Fall League game (0:16)
Spain: Cubs fans have finally reached peak fandom -- now what?
Now that we're no longer rooting for long-suffering losers, what's a Cubs fan to do?
Top 50 free agents: Slugger-heavy class
This year's free-agent class is light on top-tier talent and depth, but there's plenty of power to go around, including a few 40-homer guys.
AL East offseason preview: The one big question for each team
Could Edwin Encarnacion be the key to the offseason plans of both the Red Sox and Blue Jays? We look at the biggest issues facing teams in the AL East heading into the offseason.
Hot-stove survey: MLB execs preview the offseason action
Chris Sale to the Red Sox? Ryan Braun headed out of Milwaukee? Biggest closer prize: Kenley or Aroldis? We posed the top offseason questions to 38 MLB execs just as things are about to heat up.
Giving Cubs fans World Series title means the world to Schwarber (2:28)
MLB roundup: Bud Black set to take on most difficult manager job in MLB
Bud Black goes from managing half his games at a pitcher's haven to the hitter's paradise known as Coors Field, which could be a tough transition.
Road to the ring: Rank the Cubs' top playoff moments
The Cubs' journey to their first World Series championship since 1908 was packed with big hits, plays and pitching performances. Which postseason highlight was your No. 1?
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ESPN Stats and Information
Kendrys Morales agrees to terms with the Blue Jays. Morales hit 30 HR for the Royals in 2016, the most by a Royals player since Jermaine Dye hit 33 in 2000.
ESPN Stats and Information
Bartolo Colón led MLB with 8 Defensive Runs Saved in 2016. His new teammate, R.A. Dickey tied for the AL lead in that stat with 7. Braves pitchers finished 2016 with -8 Defensive Runs Saved, tied for 4th-worst in MLB.
ESPN Stats and Information
Bartolo Colón (age 43) is one of 14 pitchers to make at least 30 starts in each of the last 4 years. James Shields (age 34) is the only one of the other 13 to be within 10 years of Colón.
Andrew Marchand ESPN Senior Writer
There is a feeling within the Yankees organization that they shouldn't eat any of the two years and $34M guaranteed remaining on Brian McCann's contract. One MLB official with knowledges of the Yankees thinking went as far as to say the Yankees won't be sending along any money in any McCann deal. We'll see. This is just another factor in the McCann trade talks with the biggest being he has a full no-trade clause. There is a belief among some close to McCann that he would approve a deal because he doesn't want to be relegated to a platoon DH and once-a-week catcher. Gary Sanchez is now the Yankees' starting catcher.
Jim Bowden ESPN Senior Writer
The Blue Jays signing of Kendrys Morales to a 3-year $33 million dollar deal certainly makes sense as they needed a left-handed hitter to better balance the right-handed heavy middle of their lineup. The third year of the contract could be questioned by some but shouldn't be with the low $11 million AAV of the deal. This also probably marks the end of either Jose Bautista or Edwin Encarnacion's run in Toronto. This signing by the Jays continues their belief in depth over long term riskier contracts like last year when they inked Happ and Estrada over Price.
Jim Bowden ESPN Senior Writer
Phillies GM Matt Klentak just told me their plan is for Howie Kendrick to play LF for them.
Baseball Tonight @BBTN
The @BlueJays 💰. Kendrys Morales: 3 years, $33 million Cuban defector Lourdes Gurriel: 7 years, $22 million MORE: es.pn/2eQg5XE
Jayson Stark ESPN Senior Writer
Just announced: Howie Kendrick dealt from Dodgers to Phillies for Darin Ruf & Darnell Sweeney (who came to the Phillies last year in the Chase Utley deal)
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Boston Red Sox star Mookie Betts undergoes right knee surgery @RedSox #MLB es.pn/2fXTTNN
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R.A. Dickey, Bartolo Colon give Braves bridge to future es.pn/2fk8GR8
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Strange But True: Bartolo Colon made debut the day Turner Field opened, & 20 yrs later, will pitch at new Braves st… twitter.com/i/web/status/7…
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Bartolo Colon agrees to one-year, $12.5M deal with the Braves. es.pn/2fITjPi
Scott Lauber ESPN Staff Writer
Red Sox announce hiring of Gary DiSarcina as bench coach. Former big-league shortstop was well-regarded as Triple-A Pawtucket manager before leaving to become first-base coach for Los Angeles Angels.
ESPN UK @ESPNUK
Dexter Fowler: Cleveland Indians 📝 Yoenis Cespedes: Texas Rangers 📝 Edwin Encarnacion: Houston Astros 📝 #MLB MORE es.pn/2fJQL4M
Mike Trout @MikeTrout
Today we put into perspective true dedication. THANK YOU to all VETERANS and their families. 🇺🇸
Field Yates @FieldYates
Bartolo Colon made his MLB debut the day Turner Field opened. He'll now pitch at the new Braves park. The dude outlasted a stadium.
Baseball Tonight @BBTN
One more year for Bartolo Colon means one more year for the legacy of the Montreal Expos. Thanks, @Braves. pic.twitter.com/QifgmkQEow
Baseball Tonight @BBTN
The @Braves agree to a one-year deal with Bartolo Colon. He's 43. And he doesn't need to throw to pick you off.… twitter.com/i/web/status/7…
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Here's where @SultanofStat wants top MLB free agents to sign, to maximize their value in #FantasyBaseball: es.pn/2fIwHhI
Tristan H. Cockcroft
With MLB free agents making their decisions in the coming weeks, fantasy players are watching closely. Here's where a handful of the top players should sign in order to drive up their value. Best destinations for top free agents
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R.A. Dickey (42) was the oldest player in the AL last season. Bartolo Colon (43) was the oldest in the NL. Both a… twitter.com/i/web/status/7…
Jayson Stark ESPN Senior Writer
Braves have added Bartolo Colon (age 43) and R.A. Dickey (42) in the same week. Last team to have 2 starters age 42 or older start 10+ games: The 1990 Rangers (Nolan Ryan & Charlie Hough).
ESPN UK @ESPNUK
Should Colorado Rockies trade Carlos Gonzalez? @dschoenfield doesn't think so. #MLB @Rockies es.pn/2fILta0
Jim Bowden ESPN Senior Writer
The Braves have confirmed they have agreed to terms with free agent pitcher Bartolo Colon. Atlanta goes from youth to Senior Citizen movement with two forty year old pitchers in R.A. Dickey and now Colon. These signings show their lack of confidence in their major league ready young starting pitchers. Colon and Dickey will both make great mentors for their young pitching prospects. However, these signing will only work in my opinion if they can trade both at the July trade deadline for prospects.