In the world of Major League Baseball, a profusion of free agent signings have taken place, reshaping the rosters across the American and National Leagues. Hereโs a comprehensive look at the players who have found new homes, detailing their positions, former teams, and contract specifics.
In the American League, the Baltimore Orioles have made significant additions by acquiring Tyler OโNeill from Boston with a $49.5 million, three-year deal. They also welcomed Gary Sรกnchez from Milwaukee on an $8.5 million, one-year contract, along with other key players like Charlie Morton and Andrew Kittredge.
Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox secured notable talents such as Walker Buehler from the Dodgers with a $21.05 million, one-year contract, and Alex Bregman from Houston with a $120 million, three-year agreement. Their roster has been further bolstered with strategic minor league signings and releases.
Chicago White Sox have inked Austin Slater from Baltimore and Martรญn Pรฉrez from San Diego, consolidating their lineup with a mix of new talent and re-signed key players like Michael Clevinger. Clevelandโs strategy centered around retaining strong performers like Austin Hedges and Shane Bieber while also onboarding new talent like Carlos Santana from Minnesota.
The Detroit Tigers have strengthened their rotation with signings including Alex Cobb from Cleveland and Gleyber Torres from the Yankees, each on a $15 million, one-year deal. Houston has expanded its potential with Christian Walkerโs $60 million, three-year contract and additional depth signings.
Kansas Cityโs strategic approach involved re-signing Michael Lorenzen and bringing in Carlos Estรฉvez on a $22 million, two-year deal. In Los Angeles, the Angels utilized their resources to attract players like Yusei Kikuchi from Houston with a significant $63 million, three-year deal.
Minnesota captured highly regarded outfield help in Harrison Bader, formerly with the Mets, while the New York Yankees welcome Max Fried from Atlanta with a substantial $218 million, eight-year contract. Seattleโs endeavors include re-signing Placido Polanco and contracting Donovan Solano for additional infield support.
Tampa Bay enhanced their lineup with Danny Jansen from Boston, agreeing to an $8.5 million, one-year contract. Texas went on a spree, signing Joc Pederson and several others, including extending a three-year, $75 million agreement with Nathan Eovaldi. Toronto Blue Jays spent considerably on Anthony Santanderโs five-year, $92.5 million deal.
In Oakland, the Athletics reinforced their bullpen with Luis Severino entering a $67 million, three-year contract from the Mets. The Arizona Diamondbacks in the National League have likewise invested heavily in Corbin Burnes with a $210 million, six-year investment from Baltimore.
Atlantaโs deals include the acquisition of Jurickson Profar from San Diego for $42 million over three years, while the Chicago Cubs secured Matt Boyd from Cleveland. Cincinnati held steadfast, retaining Brent Suter and re-acquiring noteworthy talent.
The Los Angeles Dodgers launched lucrative signings, including Blake Snell at $182 million for five years, while prioritizing their core by re-signing players like Teoscar Hernรกndez. Milwaukee adapted with minor league agreements and trades, involving players such as Manuel Margot.
New York Mets pursued high-dollar contracts with Juan Soto agreeing to a 15-year, $765 million deal. Philadelphia landed Max Kepler from Minnesota, and Pittsburgh tied the knot again with Andrew McCutchen and new talents like Caleb Ferguson.
San Diego ensured commitments from names like Nick Pivetta, while San Francisco attracted Willy Adames with a seven-year, $182 million pact. Lastly, Washington revitalized their roster by signing Michael Soroka and extending Trevor Williamsโ tenure.
Japanโs Pacific League also saw action with Fukuoka signing Naoyuki Uwasawa on a four-year deal, further highlighting the international reach and dynamism of baseballโs player market in the offseason.