New York Mets, infielder Bo Bichette agree to $126M deal

Jan. 16 (UPI) -- The New York Mets agreed to a three-year, $126 million contract with infielder Bo Bichette, taking one of the top free agents off the market.

Dodgers agree to $240M deal with ex-Astros, Cubs OF Kyle Tucker

Jan. 16 (UPI) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a four-year, $240 million contract with former Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker.

Retired Clayton Kershaw joins Team USA for 2026 World Baseball Classic

Jan. 15 (UPI) -- Retired Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw will suit up for Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, USA Baseball announced Thursday.

Arizona Diamondbacks trade for St. Louis Cardinals' Nolan Arenado

Jan. 13 (UPI) -- The Arizona Diamondbacks agreed to trade Jack Martinez to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for Nolan Arenado and cash, the teams announced Tuesday.

Marlins, ex-Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks agree to 1-year deal

Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The Miami Marlins agreed to a 1-year deal with former Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Pete Fairbanks, a league source told UPI on Wednesday.

Phillies' Bryce Harper commits to USA for first World Baseball Classic

Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper will make his World Baseball Classic debut for Team USA this spring, he announced Tuesday on Instagram.

San Diego Padres, pitcher Michael King agree to $75M contract

Dec. 19 (UPI) -- The San Diego Padres and right-handed pitcher Michael King agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract. King's pact includes 2026 and 2027 opt outs.

Tarik Skubal, Mason Miller join Team USA for World Baseball Classic

Dec. 18 (UPI) -- All-Star starter Tarik Skubal and relief pitcher Mason Miller will join Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, they announced Thursday.

Atlanta Braves sign All-Star closer Robert Suarez to 3-year, $45M deal

Dec. 11 (UPI) -- The Atlanta Braves signed closer Robert Suarez to a $45 million deal, they announced Thursday. Suarez logged a National League-best 40 saves in 2025.

Orioles agree to $155 million deal with ex-Mets star Pete Alonso

Dec. 10 (UPI) -- The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a five-year contract with free agent first baseman Pete Alonso. Alonso hit 264 home runs over his first seven seasons.

Detroit Tigers to re-sign closer Kyle Finnegan on $19M deal

Dec. 10 (UPI) -- The Detroit Tigers and Kyle Finnegan agreed to a two-year, $19 million contract, keeping the closer with the franchise through the 2027 season.

Philadelphia Phillies to re-sign Kyle Schwarber with $150 million pact

Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The Philadelphia Phillies and Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract. Schwarber hit a career-high 56 home runs last season.

Boston Red Sox trade for St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Sonny Gray

Nov. 25 (UPI) -- The Boston Red Sox agreed to a trade for St. Louis Cardinals veteran right-handed pitcher Sonny Gray, adding depth to their 2026 rotation.

Shohei Ohtani commits to reigning World Baseball Classic champion Japan

Nov. 25 (UPI) -- MLB phenom Shohei Ohtani will once again lead Japan at the World Baseball Classic, while attempting to secure a second-consecutive championship.

ESPN, NBC, Netflix secure 3-year deals to air Major League Baseball games

Nov. 19 (UPI) -- Major League Baseball agreed to a three-year media rights contract with ESPN, NBCUniversal Media and Netflix that starts in 2026.

Angels trade Taylor Ward to Orioles for pitcher Grayson Rodriguez

Nov. 19 (UPI) -- The Los Angeles Angels traded outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles for right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez, the teams announced.