MLB free agency is in full swing, with many big names already off the market. However, there are still impact players available, and the trade market is active as well.
Here’s a summary of the latest happenings in the offseason:
Reports indicate that Roki Sasaki, the second-ranked player on Yahoo Sports’ Top 50 free-agent rankings, will not be signing with the New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, New York Mets, Chicago Cubs, or Texas Rangers. Instead, he is considering offers from the L.A. Dodgers, San Diego Padres, and Toronto Blue Jays. The international signing period has opened, and Sasaki has until Jan. 23 to make his decision.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made moves by trading second baseman Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds and signing former KBO infielder Hyeseong Kim to a lucrative deal. Meanwhile, Corbin Burnes, the 2021 Cy Young Award winner, signed a massive six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, setting a new record for the team.
In other news, the New York Yankees acquired minor league right-handed pitcher Michael Arias from the Chicago Cubs, while the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a one-year, $10 million deal with reliever Andrew Kittredge.
Scott Boras, the renowned agent, has had a successful offseason, securing lucrative deals for his clients, including Juan Soto’s record-breaking contract with the New York Mets. Despite facing scrutiny last year, Boras has shown that he is still a dominant force in the industry.
These are just a few highlights of the ongoing MLB free agency period, with more signings, trades, and rumors expected in the coming days. Stay tuned for updates on player movements and team transactions as the offseason progresses.