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Jimmy Carter, Former US President, Dies at 100

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, died peacefully at 100 on Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia, after nearly two years in hospice care.

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Yankees Sign Paul Goldschmidt to Address Weak First Base

The New York Yankees signed Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $12.5 million contract to address their team's weak first base position, which had the lowest OPS in the league in 2024; Goldschmidt is coming off a poor 2024 season, but his underlying metrics suggest potential for improvement and a possib...

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Arenado Rejects Astros Trade, Stalling Cardinals' Payroll Reduction

Nolan Arenado vetoed a trade to the Houston Astros, delaying the St. Louis Cardinals' payroll reduction plans despite a near agreement where the Astros would cover most of his remaining $60 million contract; Arenado wants more clarity on the third base market before deciding.

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Yankees Acquire All-Star Outfielder Cody Bellinger

The New York Yankees traded pitcher Cody Poteet and $5 million to the Chicago Cubs for outfielder Cody Bellinger, a two-time All-Star who hit .266 with 18 home runs and 78 RBIs in 2023, bolstering their outfield.

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MLB Study Links Increased Pitcher Injuries to Velocity, Effort

A Major League Baseball study attributes the sharp increase in pitcher injuries to higher pitch velocities, optimized pitch movement, and maximum effort pitching, recommending rule changes to prioritize pitcher health and durability.

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Astros Trade Kyle Tucker to Cubs in Blockbuster Deal

The Houston Astros traded star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs for infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski, and prospect Cam Smith; this reflects the Astros' need to reduce payroll and rebuild their farm system, while the Cubs gain a significant offensive upgrade.

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Phillies acquire Luzardo, fortifying starting rotation

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo from the Miami Marlins on Sunday, adding depth to their rotation in exchange for top prospect Starlyn Caba and outfielder Emaarion Boyd; Luzardo, who had a 3.58 ERA in 178 2/3 innings in 2023, will likely slot fifth in the rotation an...

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Yankees Sign Paul Goldschmidt to One-Year, $12.5 Million Contract

The New York Yankees signed Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $12.5 million contract on Saturday, bolstering their roster with a four-time Gold Glove first baseman and seven-time All-Star after losing Juan Soto to the Mets and rejecting a $760 million offer to Soto.

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Yankees Acquire Williams, Holmes Joins Mets as Starter

The New York Yankees acquired closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin, while Clay Holmes signed a three-year deal with the New York Mets to transition from relief pitching to a starting role.

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Orioles' Data-Driven Approach Lands Top Japanese Pitcher Sugano

The Baltimore Orioles surprisingly signed Japanese pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano to a one-year, $13 million contract, focusing on a baseball-oriented approach rather than city marketing, showcasing a data-driven strategy that impressed Sugano with collaborative discussions on improving his pitching.

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Brewers' Sustainable Success: A Small-Market Model

The Milwaukee Brewers' consistent playoff appearances over the last eight seasons, despite a limited budget, highlight their success in player development and strategic trades, exemplified by the recent departures of key players like Josh Hader and Corbin Burnes, who were replaced by promising prosp...

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Soto Signs Record-Breaking $765 Million Deal with Mets

Juan Soto signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, exceeding the Yankees' competing offer of $760 million, highlighting escalating financial stakes in professional sports and including perks like a CitiField suite and personal security.

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