After a considerably quiet day one of many Winter Conferences, motion picked up extra on day two. Extra offers and trades began coming in, together with one other high-profile free-agent signing. The day additionally included the MLB Draft Lottery. Right here’s a round-up of what occurred on the second day.
The massive transfer of the day got here by the Yankees (no shock there). They agreed to an eight-year, $218 million contract with left-handed pitcher Max Fried. It is going to be the biggest assure in baseball historical past for a left-handed pitcher. It doesn’t embrace any deferrals or opt-outs.
The Guardians and Blue Jays agreed to a commerce to ship Gold Glove second baseman Andrés Giménez from Cleveland to Toronto. The Guardians will obtain infielder Spencer Horwitz and reliever Nick Sandlin in return.
The Blue Jays even have agreed with right-handed reliever Yimi García on a two-year, $15 million contract. He was traded from the Blue Jays to the Mariners on the commerce deadline and is returning to the Blue Jays by way of free company.
The Cardinals need to commerce Nolan Arenado and he’s keen to assist facilitate a commerce. Arenado has a no-trade clause however would waive it to go to a successful workforce. His choice is to go to a contender however is keen to waive the clause for “extra groups than you’d suppose,” in response to his agent.
The Tigers are bringing in right-handed pitcher Alex Cobb on a one-year deal price $15 million. It consists of $1 million bonuses for reaching 140 and 150 innings.
The Rangers are re-signing Nathan Eovaldi. They bring about him again on a three-year, $75 million contract.
The Rockies have agreed to a one-year, $3.25 million take care of second baseman Thairo Estrada.
The Phillies are in settlement on a contract with free-agent reliever Jordan Romano.
The White Sox are in settlement with former Cubs outfielder Mike Tauchman to a significant league deal. He’ll make $1.95 million assured with one other $1 million in incentives. He’ll additionally earn a further $250,000 if traded.
Not a lot occurred on the Brewers finish as we speak, however listed below are the highest notes from the day.
Matt Arnold acquired the Baseball America Main League Government of the 12 months award. Harrison wrote extra in regards to the honor earlier as we speak.
Extra data is popping out on the curiosity in Devin Williams. In line with Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, at the least 10 groups have checked in with the Brewers on Williams.
The Brewers posted their listing of non-roster invitees. Adam McCalvy notes that Anthony Seigler, a catcher/second baseman, can be on the listing.
Early odds for the 2025 World Collection winner are out, and the Brewers begin at 40-1 odds. That ties them for the Sixteenth-best odds with the Tigers and Royals. Solely the Cubs have higher odds within the NL Central at 30-1. The Cardinals (60-1), Reds (60-1), and Pirates (75-1) all have worse odds.
