Major League Baseball

Sources: DePodesta to run Rockies' baseball ops

The Rockies are finalizing a deal to hire Paul DePodesta to run their baseball operations department, sources told ESPN, turning to the longtime executive to overhaul a stagnant organization coming off a 119-loss season.

Sources: OF Tucker among 13 to get $22M offer

Kyle Tucker (Cubs) and Kyle Schwarber (Phillies) headline the 13 players who were tendered the $22.025 million qualifying offer on Thursday, sources told ESPN.

Mattingly leaves Jays; Schneider to return in '26

Don Mattingly is leaving his role as bench coach of the Blue Jays, while manager John Schneider will return in 2026 after the team exercised his contract option.

Stammen to manage Padres after vetting hopefuls

Former reliever Craig Stammen, who was involved with interviewing managerial candidates for the Padres, was himself hired to the position, replacing Mike Shildt.

Sources: Dodgers pick up $10M option on Muncy

The Dodgers have picked up Max Muncy's $10 million club option and left-handed reliever Alex Vesia's $3.55 million option for next season, sources tell ESPN.

M's Polanco a free agent after declining option

Mariners infielder Jorge Polanco is a free agent after declining a $6 million player option for 2026. He will receive a $750,000 buyout.

Cubs decline Turner mutual option, re-sign Rea

Infielder Justin Turner is a free agent after the Cubs declined a $10 million mutual option. Chicago also agreed to terms with right-hander Colin Rea.

Braves opt-in on Albies, decline Johnson, Kinley

The Braves exercised their option on second baseman Ozzie Albies while declining options on pitchers Pierce Johnson and Tyler Kinley.

⚾ Kicking off way-too-early 2026 Power Rankings

Los Angeles just won the 2025 World Series -- and we're already looking ahead to next year. Where does your favorite team fall?