Major League Baseball

Machado: Dodgers' spending 'great for the game'

Padres star Manny Machado has no problem with the rival Dodgers continuing to spend on players while his own team -- and others -- takes a backseat in free agency.

Harper: Taken aback by Phillies' public critique

Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper says "it's kind of wild to me still" that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggested in October that the two-time NL MVP may no longer be an elite player.

Diaz: Returning to WBC after injury 'easy decision'

Edwin Diaz said it was an "easy decision" to play in the World Baseball Classic despite suffering a knee injury in the 2023 event.

D-backs bring back righty Sewald on 1-year deal

The Diamondbacks and reliever Paul Sewald have agreed to terms on a one-year, $1.5 million deal.

Veteran Biggio joins Houston, where dad starred

Cavan Biggio is expected to join the Astros' spring training camp as a non-roster player after signing a minor league deal with the team.

Source: Padres add OF Castellanos, two pitchers

The Padres agreed to several deals Saturday, including outfielder Nick Castellanos, veteran pitcher German Marquez and fellow righty Griffin Canning, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Reds sign veteran 1B Lowe to minor-league deal

The Cincinnati Reds have signed veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league contract with an invite to major league camp in spring training, the team announced.

Gallen returns to D-backs with one-year contract

The Diamondbacks are bringing back starting pitcher Zac Gallen for the 2026 season, the team confirmed Sunday.

↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves

We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.