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O's Elias: Alonso 'the right player' to sign long term

The Orioles introduced Pete Alonso on Friday at Camden Yards after reaching a five-year, $155 million deal that dwarfed Baltimore's other signings over the past several years, when the team stuck mostly to short-term deals.

Diaz picked Dodgers because 'I'm looking to win'

At his introductory news conference with the Dodgers on Friday, Edwin Diaz said a desire "to win" was a big reason why he signed with L.A. over the Mets.

Sources: Royals keeping Garcia on five-year deal

The Royals have secured All-Star third baseman Maikel Garcia on a multiyear contract extension, sources told ESPN.

Angels' Carpino: Skaggs a 'drug addict' and 'dealer'

Angels president John Carpino closed the final day of testimony Friday in the Tyler Skaggs wrongful-death civil trial by asserting that the late pitcher was not a victim but a "drug addict and a drug dealer."

Jays president Shapiro given new 5-year deal

Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro and Toronto agreed to a new five-year contract following the team's first American League pennant since 1993.

Source: Gray, Nats reach deal to avoid arbitration

Right-hander Josiah Gray and the Nationals avoided salary arbitration when they agreed Friday to a $1.35 million, one-year contract, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Blue Jays acquire right-hander Lee from Tigers

Right-hander Chase Lee was acquired by the Blue Jays from the Tigers on Friday for minor league left-hander Johan Simon.

Former Padres closer Suarez signs with Braves

Former Padres closer Robert Suarez has signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced Thursday.

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