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Twins' Offseason Inaction Due to Impending Sale

The Minnesota Twins' slow offseason activity, despite an 88-win projection, is due to their impending sale, causing uncertainty about payroll flexibility; while potential buyer Justin Ishbia shows interest, significant roster changes before the season are unlikely.

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Burnes Signs Record-Breaking $210 Million Deal with Diamondbacks

Corbin Burnes, a 30-year-old pitcher and 2021 NL Cy Young winner, signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks on December 30th, prioritizing family considerations alongside the team's competitive standing and potential for success.

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Sasaki's Impending Signing Disrupts MLB International Market

The impending signing of highly sought-after Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki between January 15th and 23rd is causing chaos in the MLB international market, with teams breaking prior agreements and renegotiating contracts due to bonus pool limitations; Dominican shortstop Darell Morel switched from the...

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MLB's Growing Financial Disparity: A Looming Lockout?

Major League Baseball's 2024 luxury tax payrolls varied drastically, from the Dodgers' $353 million to the A's $83 million, highlighting a competitive imbalance driven by uneven local media rights revenue despite national revenue sharing; Commissioner Rob Manfred is exploring solutions including bun...

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Yankees Explore Stroman Trade, Seek Infield Solutions

The New York Yankees are exploring a trade for pitcher Marcus Stroman, and are actively searching for players to fill their second and third base positions for the upcoming season, with internal and external candidates being considered.

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Sasaki Prioritizes Development in MLB Team Selection

Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki is considering offers from 20 MLB teams, prioritizing long-term development over immediate financial gain, and will choose a team between January 15-23 after visiting one or two more cities.

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Record Number of Unsigned MLB Players Highlights Free Agency Challenges

More than 150 major league baseball players remain unsigned, a record number largely attributed to increased player salary demands fueled by publicized large contracts, teams reducing payrolls to avoid luxury taxes, and strategic delays by agents.

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Sasaki's MLB Signing Impacts Latin American Teenagers

Roki Sasaki, a 23-year-old Japanese pitcher, can sign with MLB teams for a limited time starting January 17th; this impacts Latin American teenagers, as teams may prioritize Sasaki, potentially breaking prior handshake agreements with them due to limited bonus pools of roughly $5.1 million to $7.6 m...

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Blue Jays Sign Pitcher Jeff Hoffman to Three-Year, $33 Million Deal

Jeff Hoffman, a 32-year-old right-handed pitcher, signed a three-year, $33 million contract (potentially $39 million with incentives) with the Toronto Blue Jays, his original drafting team in 2014, after a successful career resurgence with the Philadelphia Phillies, where he posted a 2.28 ERA in 202...

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White Sox's Drastically Reduced Payroll Reflects MLB Rebuilding Trend

The Chicago White Sox's Opening Day payroll is projected to be around $64.6 million, a drastic reduction from 2024, reflecting a cost-cutting strategy common among rebuilding MLB teams, with potential for future gains through player trades.

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Burnes Signs $210M Deal with Diamondbacks

Corbin Burnes, a top starting pitcher, signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, prioritizing Arizona's favorable tax rates over larger offers from other teams, despite a recent decline in his strikeout rate.

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Oakland A's President Dave Kaval to Resign, New Las Vegas Stadium Approved

Oakland A's president Dave Kaval will resign on December 31st, 2024, after eight years with the organization, to pursue business opportunities in California; Sandy Dean will serve as interim president. This follows the approval of the A's new $1.75 billion Las Vegas stadium, expected to open in 2028...

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