Major League Baseball

Nationals send Gore to Rangers in 5-for-1 trade

The Rangers have acquired All-Star left-hander MacKenzie Gore from the Nationals in exchange for five prospects, including Gavin Fien, the 12th pick in the draft.

Scherzer may wait past Opening Day for right fit

Free agent right-hander Max Scherzer is in no hurry to sign for a 19th major league season but also says he is healthy and ready if certain teams call.

HOFer Beltran: Astros scandal doesn't define me

Carlos Beltrán was the only player mentioned by name in the 2017 Astros' sign-stealing scandal, but the Hall of Famer said it doesn't define who he is.

Stearns praises Peralta, sidesteps extension talks

Asked about the possibility of giving new Mets starter Freddy Peralta a contract extension at some point this year, president of baseball operations David Stearns declined to discuss the matter.

Sources: Yanks giving Bellinger 5 years, $162.5M

The Yankees and outfielder Cody Bellinger are ending their offseason standoff by agreeing to a five-year, $162.5 million contract, sources told ESPN.

Tucker: Dodgers' pedigree made decision 'easier'

Kyle Tucker was introduced by the Dodgers on Wednesday and he said the decision to pick L.A. over the Mets and Blue Jays was made easier because of the team's championship pedigree.

Mets welcome Bichette, tout 'elite range' of infield

The Mets introduced Bo Bichette at Citi Field on Wednesday, with the ex-Blue Jay confirming the plan is for him to play third base.

Giants' Lee briefly detained at LAX over paperwork

The Giants' Jung Hoo Lee was briefly detained at LAX on Wednesday because he didn't have the proper documents to get through customs, but the matter was "quickly clarified" and he was cleared to travel, the Giants said.

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