MLB owners are "raging" and will "100%" push for a salary cap after the Los Angeles Dodgers lande...

MLB owners are "raging" and will "100%" push for a salary cap after the Los Angeles Dodgers landed All-Star outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8173" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8173">Kyle Tucker</a> in free agency, a source told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6986854/2026/01/20/mlb-owners-salary-cap-push-dodgers-kyle-tucker/">Evan Drellich of The Athletic</a>."These guys are going to go for a cap no matter what it takes," the source added.The two-time defending World Series champion Dodgers stunned the baseball world last Thursday by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3454642" href="https://thescore.com/news/3454642">agreeing</a> to a four-year, $240-million deal with Tucker, who was widely considered the top player available on the open market.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>However, the New York Mets also ruffled some feathers after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3457049" href="https://thescore.com/news/3457049">pivoting</a> to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9615" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo Bichette</a> via a three-year, $126-million deal after losing out on Tucker, adds Drellich.Owners reportedly believe the Dodgers and Mets might be the only teams unwilling to support a cap in the next collective bargaining agreement.Commissioner Rob Manfred has yet to publicly push for a cap ahead of the looming labor negotiations. However, he <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3450936" href="https://thescore.com/news/3450936">plans</a> to propose a free-agent signing deadline and is open to changing MLB's regular-season schedule, among other things.Owners also believe the Tucker deal validates the need for changes due to revenue and payroll disparities, according to Drellich.The Dodgers are projected to start the 2026 season with a payroll over $400 million. The only other teams expected to be above $300 million are the Mets, Toronto Blue Jays, and Philadelphia Phillies, while the Miami Marlins and Tampa Bay Rays will likely be below $100 million.Owners are expected to discuss what a potential salary ceiling and floor could look like in February, per Drellich.The current CBA expires at the end of the year on Dec. 1.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 17: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Chicago Cubs exits the field of play in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field on August 17, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Cincinnati Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall said All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cr...

Cincinnati Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall said All-Star shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14246" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14246">Elly De La Cruz</a> turned down a contract extension last spring that would've surpassed Joey Votto's club-record 10-year, $225-million deal inked in April 2012."We made Elly an offer that would've made him the highest-paid Red ever," Krall said Friday, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6978288/2026/01/16/cincinnati-reds-elly-de-la-cruz-contract-extension-tabled/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=mlbtw&amp;source=mlbtw">C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic</a>. "That's not where he is and you respect that. It's their career. You keep going and you keep working on what you can do today."De La Cruz isn't arbitration-eligible until 2027 and can potentially test free agency following the 2029 season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I let my agent (Scott Boras) take care of all of that," De La Cruz said when asked about the contract offer.The 24-year-old recorded 22 homers with 86 RBIs, 37 stolen bases, and a .777 OPS over 162 games last season. He went deep 25 times with an MLB-best 67 steals, 119 wRC+, and 6.6 fWAR across 160 contests in 2024 prior to rejecting the proposed contract.De La Cruz regressed in 2025 but still finished in the 84th percentile in bat speed, 93rd in arm strength, and 91st in sprint speed.

CINCINNATI, OHIO - APRIL 12: Elly De La Cruz #44 of the Cincinnati Reds rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam in the fourth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park on April 12, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was disappointed to find out he won't be te...

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8267" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8267">Vladimir Guerrero Jr.</a> was disappointed to find out he won't be teammates anymore with his close friend <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9615" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo Bichette</a>.Bichette <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3457049" href="https://thescore.com/news/3457049">reportedly</a> agreed to a three-year, $126-million deal with the New York Mets on Friday after spending the first seven years of his MLB career with Guerrero on the Blue Jays."I feel sad after playing with him for so many years, but like I've always said, this is a business, and you have to look out for what's best for you and your family," Guerrero told <a href="https://x.com/thehazelmae/status/2012299787320655880?s=20">Hazel Mae of Sportsnet</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Guerrero and Bichette first teamed up in Toronto's minor-league system in 2017 before making their debuts during the 2019 campaign."I wish him the best," Guerrero <a href="https://x.com/thehazelmae/status/2012299864617500781?s=20">added</a>. "We won't be teammates anymore, but our friendship will last forever."Bichette said in September 2024 that he wanted to suit up with Guerrero for the rest of their careers."When I had time to think about what I want, basically, my ultimate goal really is to play with Vladdy forever, to win a championship with him, and to do that with this organization," Bichette said at the time.The star duo helped Toronto reach the postseason on four different occasions, including a run to the 2025 World Series after winning its first AL East title since 2015.

Los Angeles, CA, October, 29, 2025: Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) is congratulated by Toronto Blue Jays' Bo Bichette (11) after hitting a solo home run during first the inning of Game five of the World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

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The Minnesota Twins and catcher Victor Caratini agreed to a two-year, $14-million contract, a sou...

The Minnesota Twins and catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5166" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5166">Victor Caratini</a> agreed to a two-year, $14-million contract, a source told <a href="https://x.com/Feinsand/status/2012295354117390361">Mark Feinsand of MLB.com</a>.Caratini hit a career-high 12 homers with 46 RBIs and a .728 OPS over 114 games with the Houston Astros last season.The 32-year-old can play first base or serve as a designated hitter. He made 39 starts between the two positions in 2025.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Twins already have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10995" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10995">Ryan Jeffers</a> as their starting backstop heading into 2026.Minnesota's reported addition of Caratini is only the second MLB deal the team has handed out this offseason after previously agreeing to a one-year pact with veteran first baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4609" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4609">Josh Bell</a>.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 15: Victor Caratini #17 of the Houston Astros bats in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Daikin Park on September 15, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

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The two-time defending World Series champions made another massive statement Thursday.The Los Angeles Dodgers landed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/8173" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/8173">Kyle Tucker</a> in free agency, the four-time All-Star outfielder confirmed on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTjqsXvDMaT/?hl=en">Instagram</a>.Tucker agreed to a four-year, $240-million contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ByRobertMurray/status/2011997625541664918?s=20">Robert Murray of FanSided</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The deal includes opt-out clauses after the second and third years, a source told <a href="https://x.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/2012000503757226315?s=20">Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic</a>, and includes $30 million in deferrals, reports <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/2012010001465032784?s=20">Jon Heyman of MLB Network</a>. The contract also has a $64-million signing bonus that includes $54 million up front, a source told <a href="https://x.com/JesseRogersESPN/status/2012014998063890539?s=20">Jesse Rogers of ESPN</a>.The 28-year-old's reported average annual value of $60 million will be the second highest in baseball, trailing only new teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9519" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9519">Shohei Ohtani</a>. When factoring in the deferrals, Tucker's $57.1-million AAV will beat <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a>'s previous record of $51 million, sources told <a href="https://x.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/2012013560357142746?s=20">Rosenthal</a>.Tucker, who was widely considered the top available free agent, reportedly met with the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Mets before picking the Dodgers. The Mets' final offer was $220 million over four years, sources told <a href="https://x.com/WillSammon/status/2012027735783424219?s=20">Will Sammon of The Athletic</a>, who adds that New York's proposed pact didn't contain deferrals and had a $75-million signing bonus. It's believed the Blue Jays were the only team willing to give Tucker a long-term contract, but details of their offer haven't been reported.Los Angeles has now added Tucker and All-Star closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5384" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5384">Edwin Díaz</a> this offseason in an attempt to become the first team to win three straight titles since the New York Yankees from 1998-2000.The Dodgers paid a record luxury tax of $169.4 million in 2025 before having another huge winter.Dodgers' projected 2026 lineup<figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<td>DH</td>
<td>Shohei Ohtani</td>
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<td>SS</td>
<td>Mookie Betts</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>1B</td>
<td>Freddie Freeman</td>
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<td>C</td>
<td>Will Smith</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>RF</td>
<td>Kyle Tucker</td>
<td>L</td>
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<td>LF</td>
<td>Teoscar Hernández</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>3B</td>
<td>Max Muncy</td>
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<td>Tommy Edman</td>
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<td>Andy Pages</td>
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</table></div></figure>Tucker, a Gold Glove winner in 2022, owns a .273/.358/.507 slash line with 147 home runs, 490 RBIs, and 119 steals in eight seasons between the Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs.The Cubs will receive the Dodgers' third- and sixth-highest picks in this year's draft because Tucker had a qualifying offer attached to him. Los Angeles already surrendered its second- and fifth-highest selections along with $1 million from its international bonus pool for signing Díaz in December.

MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 04: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Chicago Cubs looks on during the singing of the national anthem prior to Game One of the National League Division Series presented by Booking.com between the Chicago Cubs and the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on Saturday, October 4, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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New York Mets owner Steve Cohen is anxiously waiting All-Star outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/8173" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/8173">Kyle Tucker</a>'s decision on what team he'll pick in free agency - just like the rest of the baseball world."Let me know when you see smoke," Cohen <a href="https://x.com/StevenACohen2/status/2011950786289287430?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2011950786289287430%7Ctwgr%5E6d5f6a5f22bfa9a5b92f0b7cdc4bfbf99331b814%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcmsadmin.thescore.com%2Fadmin%2Fnewsroom%2Farticles%2Fnew">wrote</a> Thursday on X.Cohen referred to the Vatican's process of electing a new pope, during which white smoke can be seen coming from the chimney above the Sistine Chapel.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Mets boss <a href="https://x.com/StevenACohen2/status/2011965718573580559?s=20">added</a> afterward: "For those who don't understand the pope election reference, we are waiting for a decision. That's all I know."Tucker is reportedly nearing a decision between the Mets, Toronto Blue Jays, and Los Angeles Dodgers, which created buzz that he could come to a contract agreement Thursday. However, there's now speculation that the wait will continue into Friday.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
.<a href="https://twitter.com/JonHeyman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JonHeyman</a> joins <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MLBTonight?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MLBTonight</a> with the latest on Kyle Tucker's decision, reporting that it will most likely come before the weekend. <a href="https://t.co/9mIXwALiqT">pic.twitter.com/9mIXwALiqT</a>— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLBNetwork/status/2011928380095213960?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>New York reportedly has a four-year offer on the table for Tucker, a source told <a href="https://x.com/NYPost_Mets/status/2011780449769562309?s=20">Mike Puma of the New York Post</a>. The proposal is believed to be worth $50 million in average annual value.The Dodgers are thought to prefer a short-term pact with a high AAV as well. The Blue Jays, meanwhile, have reportedly made a long-term offer to Tucker, but the details aren't known.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 01: New York Mets owner Steve Cohen looks on during batting pratcice prior to a game between the Miami Marlins and the New York Mets at loanDepot park on April 01, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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The New York Mets aren't expecting All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker to pick his next team until at...

The New York Mets aren't expecting All-Star outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/8173" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/8173">Kyle Tucker</a> to pick his next team until at least Thursday, according to <a href="https://x.com/NYPost_Mets/status/2011607823227240828?s=20">Mike Puma of the New York Post</a>.The Mets are <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3454621" href="https://thescore.com/news/3454621">reportedly</a> offering Tucker a short-term deal with an average annual value of $50 million.The proposed contract is believed to be for three years. Yet, there was speculation Wednesday that New York could up its offer with an additional year.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
"It's likely they've gone to a 4th year for Kyle Tucker." The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mets?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mets</a> have reportedly offered Tucker $50M‼️per year on a short-term deal. 📻 Power Alley with <a href="https://twitter.com/Mike_Ferrin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mike_Ferrin</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/JimDuquetteGM?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JimDuquetteGM</a> 🔗 <a href="https://t.co/fGPbvbj8w4">https://t.co/fGPbvbj8w4</a> <a href="https://t.co/GVTueMTLWh">pic.twitter.com/GVTueMTLWh</a>— MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (@MLBNetworkRadio) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLBNetworkRadio/status/2011488439812624612?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Mets could employ an unprecedented two outfielders making at least $50 million per season if Tucker goes to Queens. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a> owns a $51-million AAV after inking his 15-year pact last offseason.The Toronto Blue Jays have reportedly made a long-term offer to Tucker. However, the exact length and financial details aren't known.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
“The Toronto Blue Jays have really been the only team that has shown the willingness to go as deep as 10 years, potentially.”<a href="https://twitter.com/JeffPassan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JeffPassan</a> joins Sportsnet Central to provide an update on Kyle Tucker’s free agency market. <a href="https://t.co/192gYjl7DA">pic.twitter.com/192gYjl7DA</a>— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/2011656720611758312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Los Angeles Dodgers are also believed to be the third finalist for the 28-year-old.All three teams have reportedly met with Tucker during the offseason.Tucker recorded 127 homers, 415 RBIs, and 96 stolen bases with a 144 wRC+ over 614 games since 2021. Only Soto and Aaron Judge have a higher fWAR than the two-time Silver Slugger among outfielders during that period.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 21: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after grounding out against the Milwaukee Brewers during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field on August 21, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

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The Philadelphia Phillies are feeling positive about their chances of landing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9615" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo Bichette</a> in free agency.Philadelphia's front office believes there's a path forward to reaching a deal with the two-time All-Star shortstop, sources told <a href="https://www.mlb.com/phillies/news/bo-bichette-phillies-free-agency-meeting">Todd Zolecki of MLB.com</a>.However, the club must outbid other suitors such as the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, and Boston Red Sox, as well as clear payroll to accommodate Bichette's potential contract, notes Zolecki.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>There's mutual interest between the Phillies and Bichette following Monday's meeting, according to <a href="https://x.com/JClarkNBCS/status/2011131301676327215?s=20">NBC Sports Philadelphia's John Clark</a>, who adds it was a good chance for both sides to get to know each other. No contract talks have occurred yet.Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski has a history of landing star players he targets by adding extra years to a deal, which has led to rival executives taking note of the club's pursuit of Bichette, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6966021/2026/01/13/phillies-bo-bichette-mlb-free-agency/">Matt Gelb of The Athletic</a>.The 27-year-old is <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3449932" href="https://thescore.com/news/3449932">reportedly</a> looking for a deal around $300 million.The Phillies already have a star shortstop in <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4814" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4814">Trea Turner</a> but Bichette could move to second base, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12413" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12413">Bryson Stott</a> would go to third base, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10702" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10702">Alec Bohm</a> would likely be traded. Another option would see <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1688" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1688">Bryce Harper</a> move back to the outfield.Bichette slashed .311/.357/.483 with 18 homers, 94 RBIs, and an .840 OPS over 139 games en route to helping the Toronto Blue Jays win the AL East last season. He was injured for the majority of the playoffs before returning in the World Series.

TORONTO, CANADA - JULY 20: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays plays the field during their MLB game against the San Francisco Giants at Rogers Centre on July 20, 2025 in Toronto, Canada.

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The New York Yankees shored up their rotation Tuesday with a trade.The Miami Marlins shipped left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12507" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12507">Ryan Weathers</a> to the Yankees for outfield prospects <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18734" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18734">Brendan Jones</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/19241" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/19241">Dillon Lewis</a> and infield prospects <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/19260" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/19260">Dylan Jasso</a> and Juan Matheus, the clubs announced.New York will head into the 2026 campaign with a projected rotation that features Weathers, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4259" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4259">Max Fried</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18809" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18809">Cam Schlittler</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11752" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11752">Luis Gil</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15569" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15569">Will Warren</a> or <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5350" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5350">Ryan Yarbrough</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2913" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2913">Gerrit Cole</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4763" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4763">Carlos Rodón</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9586" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9586">Clarke Schmidt</a> will be sidelined to start the season as the trio recovers from elbow surgeries.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Weathers' dad, David, suited up with the Yankees for parts of 1996 and 1997.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
David &amp; Ryan Weathers will be the fifth set of father-sons to both play for the Yankees, joining: Clay (1999-2001) &amp; Cody (2025) Bellinger Mark (1990) &amp; Mark Jr. (2024-25) Leiter Ron (1978–81) &amp; Ike (2016) Davis Yogi (1946–63) &amp; Dale (1985-86) Berra h/t <a href="https://twitter.com/EliasSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EliasSports</a> <a href="https://t.co/Zx3KixAbWh">https://t.co/Zx3KixAbWh</a>— Sarah Langs (@SlangsOnSports) <a href="https://twitter.com/SlangsOnSports/status/2011236394811727928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Weathers was limited to eight starts last year due to multiple injuries, including a forearm strain and a lat strain.The 26-year-old authored a 3.99 ERA with 1.28 WHIP and 8.7 K/9 over 38 1/3 innings in 2025. He's never logged more than 94 2/3 innings in a season since debuting with the San Diego Padres in 2021.Weathers will make $1.35 million in 2026, and is arbitration-eligible through 2028.The trade marks the second big prospect haul the Marlins received for one of their starting pitchers since last Wednesday after the club dealt <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9569" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9569">Edward Cabrera</a> to the Chicago Cubs.The 23-year-old Jones (Yankees' No. 15 prospect) hit 11 homers with 69 RBIs, 51 stolen bases, and a .754 OPS across 124 games between Single-A and Double-A last year.Lewis went deep 22 times with 79 RBIs and a .766 OPS over 122 Single-A contests in 2025. The 22-year-old was New York's No. 16 prospect.Jasso, 23, slashed .257/.326/.400 with 13 long balls and 76 RBIs in 127 Double-A games last season. He was the No. 23-ranked prospect in the Yankees system.Lastly, the 21-year-old Matheus (unranked) hit two homers with 35 steals and a .729 OPS across 95 Single-A contests last year.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 24: Ryan Weathers #35 of the Miami Marlins delivers a pitch in the game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on September 24, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The New York Yankees are operating under the mindset that outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4899" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4899">Cody Bellinger</a> will sign with a different team this offseason, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47574031/sources-yankees-negotiations-cody-bellinger-impasse">Buster Olney of ESPN</a>.New York's front office is reportedly looking for additions elsewhere due to an impasse in contract talks with Bellinger's camp.The Yankees offered Bellinger a five-year deal worth at least $30 million per season, sources told Olney.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>However, Bellinger and his agent, Scott Boras, want a longer contract with an average annual value higher than $30 million, Olney reports.The Bronx Bombers have remained in discussions with outfielder Kyle Tucker and shortstop Bo Bichette while talking to other clubs about potential tradesBellinger slashed .272/.334/.480 with 29 homers, 98 RBIs, and 4.9 fWAR over 152 games last year. Defensively, he finished in the 93rd percentile for outs above average, 91st percentile in arm value, and 83rd percentile in arm strength.

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 01: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees looks on during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Yankee Stadium on April 1, 2025 in New York, New York.

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Former MLB star Josh Donaldson believes the Detroit Tigers botched the arbitration process with two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11799" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11799">Tarik Skubal</a>."A little behind but just saw the arbitration news on Skubal," Donaldson <a href="https://x.com/BringerOfRain20/status/2010055470820798604">wrote</a> Saturday on X. "I mean, the Detroit Tigers fumble this big time. Skubal wants $32 million (and) Detroit offers $19 million. Trash organization."The Tigers and Skubal failed to agree to a 2026 salary before Thursday's deadline due to a reported record-setting $13-million gap between the two sides.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 29-year-old ace will now likely be involved in a hearing to decide his pay for his final season before potentially testing free agency next offseason.Skubal will set a new record for arbitration-eligible players with a $32-million salary if he beats the Tigers.Detroit is a file-and-trial club, which means it doesn't negotiate after the deadline, but the team is believed to be willing to discuss a deal with Skubal.The left-hander's name has circulated in trade rumors since last winter, when he reportedly rejected a four-year extension offer worth less than $100 million.Skubal posted an an AL-best 2.21 ERA with 241 strikeouts, 0.89 WHIP, and 6.6 fWAR over 195 1/3 innings (31 starts) in 2025.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 23: Tarik Skubal #29 of the Detroit Tigers looks on during the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on September 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2155" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2155">Dougie Hamilton</a>'s agent says he believes the New Jersey Devils are scratching the 14-year veteran ahead of Sunday's game against the Winnipeg Jets due to off-ice reasons."Dougie was informed today that he will not be playing now that <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9987" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9987">(Johnathan) Kovacevic</a> is back in the lineup," J.P. Barry told <a href="https://x.com/PierreVLeBrun/status/2010078442813837773?s=20">Pierre LeBrun of TSN</a> on Saturday. "In our view, this decision is all about business rather than his game right now. Singling him out seems very calculated at this stage."Dougie has a 10-team trade list, and there have been efforts to trade him going back to the draft last year. We have made it clear to the Devils that we will consider teams outside our list and other creative ways to get to a team that is mutually acceptable."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>However, Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe denied that scratching Hamilton is an attempt to pressure him into waiving his no-movement clause."I don't care about any of that stuff," Keefe said, according to <a href="https://x.com/ryannovoNHL/status/2010083407586374032?s=20">Ryan Novozinsky of NJ.com</a>. I'm putting a lineup together. I like what (<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/12712" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/12712">Simon Nemec</a>) brings. I think we need more of what Kovy brings at this point in time."Keefe added he wants to give his team a different look on the blue line, noting, "Dougie is the odd man out," per team reporter <a href="https://x.com/amandacstein">Amanda Stein</a>.Hamilton, who's making $9 million per campaign through 2027-28, has just 10 points (five goals, five assists) in 40 games this season for the underperforming Devils. The 32-year-old signed a seven-year, $63-million contract with New Jersey in July 2021.

NEWARK, NJ - DECEMBER 21: Dougie Hamilton #7 of the New Jersey Devils looks on during a game between the Buffalo Sabres and New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center on December 21, 2025 in Newark, New Jersey.

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Red Sox president and CEO Sam Kennedy doesn't believe Boston's front office should be criticized for failing to ink a free agent to an MLB deal this offseason because his club added to its roster in other ways."I think it's just important to look at the facts," Kennedy said Saturday, according to <a href="https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2026/01/red-sox-president-reacts-to-being-only-team-without-free-agent-signing-close-to-500m-in-contractual-commitments.html">MassLive's Christopher Smith</a>. "If you go back a year ago, this date last year, I believe our organization has taken on close to $500 million in contractual commitments to guys like <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12246" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12246">Garrett Crochet</a>, guys like <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17342" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17342">Kristian Campbell</a>, guys like <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17320" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17320">Roman Anthony</a>. So, that's just a fact."We've added $40 million in payroll through trades. That's just a fact. We cannot and do not try to control social media narrative. We understand that talk radio is ablaze with opinions and ideas. That's what makes this the best place in the world to be, to live, and to operate in baseball."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Red Sox traded for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3012" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3012">Sonny Gray</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3571" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3571">Willson Contreras</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11860" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11860">Johan Oviedo</a> this winter. Gray and Contreras both waived their no-trade clauses, leading the team to rework their contracts and commit over $63 million to the pair for 2026 and 2027.Boston also gave large, long-term extensions to Crochet, Anthony, and Campbell last year.Additionally, Kennedy expressed support for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred's <a href="https://thescore.com/news/3450936">plan</a> to propose a signing deadline for free agents in the next collective bargaining agreement."I would just point to the commissioner's comments earlier this week and strongly agree that it's worthy of exploration for sure," Kennedy said, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6959775/2026/01/10/red-sox-sam-kennedy-free-agent-deadline-alex-bregman/?source=emp_shared_article">Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic</a>. "In terms of being in a very competitive market, for fan interest and attention, having a defined period would be helpful. Now listen, that's something that would have to be bargained for (with MLBPA), but it's worthy of a conversation."The Red Sox have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3443717" href="https://thescore.com/news/3443717">reportedly</a> made an aggressive offer to re-sign <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5367" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5367">Alex Bregman</a>, though manager Alex Cora acknowledged it's also up to the All-Star third baseman."You've got to ask him," Cora said, per <a href="https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2026/01/alex-cora-on-alex-bregman-red-sox-the-ball-is-in-his-court.html">MassLive's Chris Cotillo</a>. "The ball is in his court."He added: "We've been working together to see what happens, but obviously, it's a different offseason for Alex."

BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 2: President & CEO Sam Kennedy speaks as Craig Breslow is officially introduced as Chief Baseball Officer of the Boston Red Sox during a press conference on November 2, 2023 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Free-agent outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3559" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3559">Max Kepler</a> received an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance called epitrenbolone, MLB announced Friday.Kepler's punishment will begin at the start of the 2026 season regardless of whether he's signed his next contract, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47562910/of-max-kepler-banned-80-games-violating-mlb-drug-program">ESPN's Alden González</a>. If he's still a free agent on Opening Day, he'll receive credit based on games the Philadelphia Phillies - his team in 2025 - play until he signs elsewhere.The suspension also means Kepler will be ineligible to participate in the 2026 playoffs.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Epitrenbolone is a metabolite of trenbolone, which is an anabolic steroid primarily used to enhance muscles in cattle.The 32-year-old hit 18 homers with 52 RBIs and a .691 OPS over 127 games for the Phillies last season. He joined Philadelphia on a one-year, $10-million deal last winter.Prior to joining the Phillies, the Germany native spent 10 years with the Minnesota Twins.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Nick Castellanos #8 and Max Kepler #17 of the Philadelphia Phillies react against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium on September 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen confirmed Friday that he won't move All-Star second baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3555" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3555">Ketel Marte</a> this offseason."It never ended up getting that close," Hazen said, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/d-backs-not-trading-ketel-marte-this-offseason">Steve Gilbert of MLB.com</a>. "Just sort of reaffirming what I've been saying the entire offseason, like my expectation was this wasn't going to happen. I felt like I had to do my job just to listen to what people had to say. He's a superstar player for us, and has been for a long time, and is going to continue to be."Hazen said he talked to Marte after telling other teams the D-Backs were no longer interested in dealing the 32-year-old. The GM added he will meet with the player when spring training begins.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"He's a pro," Hazen said. "He's going to be a top-10 MVP-performing player in the league next year, and it'll be fine."Bringing in pitching help and potentially making room in the payroll for free agent <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5367" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5367">Alex Bregman</a> were the reasons Arizona explored a Marte trade, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6949508/2026/01/09/mlb-ketel-marte-diamondbacks-no-trade/">Ken Rosenthal and Maria Torres of The Athletic</a>.The Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, Tampa Bay Rays, and Toronto Blue Jays reportedly showed interest in Marte.The 2024 NL MVP finalist is signed through the 2030 season after inking an extension in April. He's still owed $91 million and has a $11.5-million player option for 2031.Marte has hit 168 homers with 587 RBIs and an .851 OPS over 1,054 games with Arizona since 2017.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 13: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks looks on against the Minnesota Twins on September 13, 2025 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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MLB commissioner Rob Manfred will advocate for adding a signing deadline for free agents to the next collective bargaining agreement during this year's looming labor talks."I think there's going to be some more conversation about it, because I do believe that there's a marketing opportunity," Manfred told <a href="https://www.audacy.com/wfan/hosts/the-carton-show-with-craig-carton-chris-mc-monigle">WFAN's "The Carton Show with Craig Carton &amp; Chris McMonigle"</a> on Thursday. "Let's face it, we operate in a really competitive environment. Just put entertainment, generally, to one side - just sports, right? It's really competitive. "And I think that you make a mistake, particularly during the offseason, when you don't take every advantage to push your sport out in front of your fans during that down period."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Free agency has again gone at a glacial pace this offseason. Notable stars such as Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, Alex Bregman, Cody Bellinger, and Framber Valdez remain unsigned, with pitchers and catchers set to report for spring training in one month. However, Manfred noted that some players have a misconception that a deadline would be bad for them."What they said back was, they thought that kind of deadline would work to the disadvantage of the players," Manfred said. "And you know, I just - I don't put much credence in this."MLBPA head Tony Clark disagrees, arguing that a deadline won't improve the state of the open market."Free agency thrives when competition thrives - on and off the field," Clark said, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6955830/2026/01/09/rob-manfred-free-agent-signing-deadline/">The Athletic's Evan Drellich</a>. "If the owners are genuinely interested in improving free agency, there are many ways to get there, and we look forward to having that discussion in the coming months."But if their true interest is to blow up the very system on which our streak of uninterrupted seasons has been built - with the game reaching record heights and poised to go even higher, no less - that would be a self-defeating miscalculation of massive proportions."Meanwhile, Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker <a href="https://x.com/brent_rooker25/status/2009071061921640605?s=61">called</a> a deadline "pretty close to the most anti-player idea you could possibly have."Manfred is also open to changing MLB's regular-season schedule."We've talked about split seasons. We've talked about in-season tournaments," the 67-year-old told WFAN. "We do understand that 162 (games) is a long pull. I think the difficulty of accomplishing those sorts of in-season events, you almost inevitably start talking about fewer regular-season games."It is a much more complicated thing in our sport than it is in other sports. Because of all of our season-long records, you're playing around with something that people care a lot about."The current CBA expires at the end of the year on Dec. 1.

ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 08: Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred Jr. speaks during the MLB and the Dominican Baseball Federation announcement at the 2025 Winter Meetings at The Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek on Monday, December 8, 2025 in Orlando, Florida.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9615" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo Bichette</a> has a big number in mind for his next contract.The free-agent shortstop is believed to be looking for a deal around $300 million, according to <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/01/08/sports/yankees-bo-bichette-interest-intensifies-amid-cody-bellinger-gap/">Jon Heyman of the New York Post</a>.The Philadelphia Phillies have scheduled a video meeting with Bichette in the coming days, sources told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6955416/2026/01/08/phillies-bo-bichette-mlb-free-agent/">Matt Gelb and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic</a>. The club's front office has reportedly done extensive background work on how signing the two-time All-Star would impact its roster.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Phillies are now the favorites to sign Bichette, reports <a href="https://x.com/bmadden1954/status/2009389825036566894?s=20">Bill Madden of the New York Daily News</a>, who adds that new bench coach Don Mattingly is one of the primary reasons. The duo was previously together in the Toronto Blue Jays organization.Bichette, who's reportedly open to moving to second base, could work for the Phillies if the team moves <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12413" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12413">Bryson Stott</a> to third base and trades <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10702" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10702">Alec Bohm</a>, notes Gelb.The New York Yankees are also showing more serious interest in the 27-year-old Bichette as contract talks with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4899" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4899">Cody Bellinger</a> remain at an impasse, according to Heyman.The Yankees have reportedly made several offers to Bellinger. However, negotiations have stalled over contract length and the average annual value, per <a href="https://x.com/snyyankees/status/2009048494686744673">SNY</a>.Bellinger is seeking a deal around six or seven years, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6948100/2026/01/07/yankees-cody-bellinger-negotations/">Brendan Kuty of The Athletic</a>.The 30-year-old outfielder is drawing interest from several other clubs, including the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers, adds Heyman.Bichette's fit with the Yankees isn't clear on paper. The team already has <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13802" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13802">Anthony Volpe</a> at short, but the 24-year-old former top prospect will start the 2026 season sidelined after undergoing shoulder surgery in October. Offensively, Bichette would be a major upgrade over Volpe.The Yankees have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9520" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9520">Jazz Chisholm Jr.</a> manning second base, but the All-Star's name has surfaced in trade rumors this offseason.The Cubs, Dodgers, Blue Jays, and Boston Red Sox have also been linked to Bichette this winter.Bichette went deep 18 times with a career-high 44 doubles, 94 RBIs, and an .840 OPS over 139 games for the Blue Jays in 2025.

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 05: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays bats during the game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on Friday, September 5, 2025 in New York, New York.

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The Chicago Cubs acquired right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9569" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9569">Edward Cabrera</a> from the Miami Marlins for prospects <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13752" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13752">Owen Caissie</a>, Cristian Hernandez, and Edgardo De Leon, the teams announced Wednesday.The New York Yankees <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3445638" href="https://thescore.com/news/3445638">reportedly</a> discussed a deal for Cabrera prior to the pitcher's move to the Cubs. However, the Yankees weren't close to landing the 27-year-old, according to <a data-in-app-uri="" href="">Jon Heyman of MLB Network</a>.Chicago's projected rotation for 2026 now includes Cabrera, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5285" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5285">Matthew Boyd</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/19127" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/19127">Cade Horton</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17236" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17236">Shota Imanaga</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2918" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2918">Jameson Taillon</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4987" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4987">Colin Rea</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14340" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14340">Javier Assad</a> are also options to start, while 2023 All-Star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10586" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10586">Justin Steele</a> is expected to be back at some point in the first half of the new campaign after undergoing elbow surgery in April.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Cabrera posted a 3.53 ERA with 1.23 WHIP and a career-high 150 strikeouts across 137 2/3 innings (26 starts) last season. He's arbitration-eligible through 2028 and projected to earn $3.7 million in 2026.He finished in the 87th percentile for fastball velocity, 78th for whiff percentage, and 74th for chase percentage and strikeout percentage in 2025. Cabrera's four-seam fastball sat at an average of 97 mph to go along with a hard changeup that was over 94 mph and a sinker, slider, and curveball.Caissie, who was the Cubs' top prospect, is ranked as the No. 47 prospect overall by <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects">MLB Pipeline</a>. The 23-year-old outfielder hit 22 homers with 55 RBIs and a .937 OPS over 99 games in Triple-A last year. He played 12 contests with the Cubs after making his MLB debut in August.Hernandez was the No. 11 prospect in Chicago's minor-league system. The 22-year-old infielder went deep seven times with 52 stolen bases over 115 games in Single-A last year.Lastly, the 18-year-old De Leon hit five homers with an .853 OPS across 43 rookie ball contests in 2025.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 28: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins pitches in the game against the New York Mets at loanDepot park on September 28, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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The New York Yankees are making a push to re-sign Cody Bellinger.  The Yankees made a second cont...

The New York Yankees are making a push to re-sign <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4899" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4899">Cody Bellinger</a>.The Yankees made a second contract offer to the free-agent outfielder, according to <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/01/04/sports/yankees-have-edward-cabrera-trade-talks-make-new-cody-bellinger-offer/">Joel Sherman of the New York Post</a>.Bellinger reportedly received his <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3443330" href="https://thescore.com/news/3443330">first offer</a> last week.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>New York's front office has publicly said throughout the offseason that it wants to bring the 30-year-old back after a strong first season in the Bronx.Bellinger slashed .272/.334/.480 with 29 homers, 98 RBIs, and 4.9 fWAR over 152 games last year. Defensively, he finished in the 93rd percentile for outs above average, 91st percentile in arm value, and 83rd percentile in arm strength.The Chicago Cubs also checked in on the 2019 NL MVP, reports <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/2007945122022052034?s=20">Jon Heyman of MLB Network</a>. The Cubs signed the two-time All-Star to a three-year, $80-million deal in February 2024 before trading him to the Yankees in December 2024.The New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Francisco Giants are among the other clubs that've been connected to Bellinger this winter.

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 21: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees runs back to dug out between innings during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 21, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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The San Jose Sharks signed forward Alexander Wennberg to a three-year, $18-million contract exten...

The San Jose Sharks signed forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3917" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3917">Alexander Wennberg</a> to a three-year, $18-million contract extension, the club announced Sunday.Wennberg has seven goals and 19 assists for 26 points in 41 games this season. His assist total is tied for second on the Sharks. Wennberg is averaging a career-high 20:34 this season, which ranks second among San Jose forwards behind <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/15142" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/15142">Macklin Celebrini</a>.The 31-year-old Wennberg was set to become an unrestricted free agent in July.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>He originally joined San Jose as a free agent on a two-year, $10-million deal prior to the 2024-25 campaign. He's notched 17 goals and 61 points in 118 contests with the Sharks.Sweden named Wennberg to its Olympic roster this week. He wasn't on the country's 4 Nations Face-Off roster.Wennberg has 108 goals and 396 points in 830 career games with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Florida Panthers, Seattle Kraken, New York Rangers, and Sharks.

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 07: Alexander Wennberg #21 of the San Jose Sharks looks on during the third period of the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center on December 07, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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