Major League Baseball

Kershaw set to pitch in World Baseball Classic

Despite retiring from pitching after helping the Los Angeles Dodgers win a second straight World Series title, Clayton Kershaw has committed to pitch in the World Baseball Classic.

Sources: Rockies, Castro agree on 2-year deal

The Rockies and utilityman Willi Castro have reached an agreement on a two-year, $12.8 million contract, sources told ESPN on Thursday.

Johnson 'excited' to join Pagan in Reds' bullpen

Right-hander Pierce Johnson and the Cincinnati Reds have completed their $6.5 million, one-year contract.

Source: LHP Suarez, BoSox agree to 5-year deal

The Boston Red Sox have agreed to a five-year, $130 million deal with left-hander Ranger Suarez, a source told ESPN, confirming multiple reports.

New D-back Arenado: Expectations still high

Nolan Arenado hopes a move to the young Arizona Diamondbacks can lead to postseason success.

Sources: Mets offer Tucker in $50M AAV range

Free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker has been offered a short-term deal by the Mets that is believed to be worth $50 million per season, sources told ESPN.

Padres hire ex-manager Black to front office role

The Padres have hired former manager Bud Black as senior adviser to baseball operations and longtime slugger Wil Myers in a player development role.

Yanks, seeking pitching, deal for Marlins' Weathers

The Yankees, in pursuit of starting pitching, acquired young left-hander Ryan Weathers from the Marlins for a package of four prospects on Tuesday.

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