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The Lives of Rule 5s
The Lives of Rule 5s
Stories from (and about) players whose careers changed overnight
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January 11, 2026 at 12:05 PM
The Lives of Rule 5s
Dodgers’ Kendall George Holds His Own In Crowded Outfield
Dodgers’ Kendall George Holds His Own In Crowded Outfield
Just players in the Prospect Handbook have an 80-grade tool. Speedy Dodgers outfielder Kendall George is one of them.
The post Dodgers’ Kendall George Holds His Own In Crowded Outfield appeared first on College Baseball, MLB Draft, Prospects - Baseball America.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Dodgers’ Kendall George Holds His Own In Crowded Outfield
Patrick Forbes Looks To Maximize ‘Untapped Potential’ With Diamondbacks
Patrick Forbes Looks To Maximize ‘Untapped Potential’ With Diamondbacks
Patrick Forbes always envisioned being a position player player, but after breaking his hand in college, the former two-way player pitched his way to the pros.
The post Patrick Forbes Looks To Maximize ‘Untapped Potential’ With Diamondbacks appeared first on College Baseball, MLB Draft, Prospects - Baseball America.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Patrick Forbes Looks To Maximize ‘Untapped Potential’ With Diamondbacks
Law: Cubs bolster infield with Alex Bregman. Will Boston turn to Bo Bichette?
Law: Cubs bolster infield with Alex Bregman. Will Boston turn to Bo Bichette?
For the short term, Alex Bregman is comfortable upgrade for the Cubs, Keith Law writes, but now the team has one infielder too many.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Law: Cubs bolster infield with Alex Bregman. Will Boston turn to Bo Bichette?
All-Star 3B Alex Bregman reportedly agrees to a 5-year, $175 million contract with the Cubs
All-Star 3B Alex Bregman reportedly agrees to a 5-year, $175 million contract with the Cubs
Bregman decided to test free agency again after hitting .273 for the Red Sox with 18 homers and 62 RBIs in 114 games, his fewest since 2021.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 7:20 AM
All-Star 3B Alex Bregman reportedly agrees to a 5-year, $175 million contract with the Cubs
In signing Alex Bregman, Cubs launch themselves out of winter irrelevance to inner circle of offseason winners
In signing Alex Bregman, Cubs launch themselves out of winter irrelevance to inner circle of offseason winners
Landing a great player and proven winner in Bregman is an undeniable organizational victory for Chicago.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 7:15 AM
In signing Alex Bregman, Cubs launch themselves out of winter irrelevance to inner circle of offseason winners
The Cubs have long been fascinated with Alex Bregman. They finally signed him
The Cubs have long been fascinated with Alex Bregman. They finally signed him
Given another chance, the Cubs did not wait around until spring training or mess around with a team-friendly offer.
www.nytimes.com
January 11, 2026 at 6:56 AM
The Cubs have long been fascinated with Alex Bregman. They finally signed him
Four takeaways in wake of Alex Bregman’s five-year, $175 million deal with Cubs
Four takeaways in wake of Alex Bregman’s five-year, $175 million deal with Cubs
What's next for the Cubs, Scott Boras' winning strategy, Cody Bellinger's demands and the Red Sox's pursuit of Bo Bichette
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January 11, 2026 at 5:27 AM
Four takeaways in wake of Alex Bregman’s five-year, $175 million deal with Cubs
Cubs, Alex Bregman agree to massive free agent contract: Reports
Cubs, Alex Bregman agree to massive free agent contract: Reports
The Chicago Cubs have added a huge bat to their offense, reportedly signing free agent infielder Alex Bregman.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Cubs, Alex Bregman agree to massive free agent contract: Reports
In letting Alex Bregman walk, Boston's aversion to long-term deals rears its head
In letting Alex Bregman walk, Boston's aversion to long-term deals rears its head
The Red Sox let negotiations drag deep into the offseason, allowing the Cubs to swoop in and sign last season's unquestioned leader.
www.nytimes.com
January 11, 2026 at 5:07 AM
In letting Alex Bregman walk, Boston's aversion to long-term deals rears its head
Potential Mets target 3B Alex Bregman signs five-year contract with Cubs: reports
Potential Mets target 3B Alex Bregman signs five-year contract with Cubs: reports
The Mets lost out on a potential target with third baseman Alex Bregman and the Chicago Cubs agreeing to a five-year, $175 million contract on Saturday night.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 4:21 AM
Potential Mets target 3B Alex Bregman signs five-year contract with Cubs: reports
Red Sox lose Alex Bregman after star 3B agrees to huge deal with Cubs
Red Sox lose Alex Bregman after star 3B agrees to huge deal with Cubs
The loss of Alex Bregman is a significant blow to an already underwhelming Red Sox lineup.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 4:05 AM
Red Sox lose Alex Bregman after star 3B agrees to huge deal with Cubs
Alex Bregman reaches 5-year, $175 million deal with Cubs after opt-out: Source
Alex Bregman reaches 5-year, $175 million deal with Cubs after opt-out: Source
Bregman became a free agent this offseason, having opted out of his three-year contract with the Boston Red Sox.
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January 11, 2026 at 3:56 AM
Alex Bregman reaches 5-year, $175 million deal with Cubs after opt-out: Source
Alex Bregman reportedly agrees to 5-year, $175 million deal with Cubs
Alex Bregman reportedly agrees to 5-year, $175 million deal with Cubs
Bregman was rated as the No. 2 free agent this winter behind Kyle Tucker by Yahoo Sports.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 3:45 AM
Alex Bregman reportedly agrees to 5-year, $175 million deal with Cubs
Cubs To Sign Alex Bregman
Cubs To Sign Alex Bregman
The Cubs and third baseman Alex Bregman are in agreement on a contract, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. More to come.
www.mlbtraderumors.com
January 11, 2026 at 3:45 AM
Cubs To Sign Alex Bregman
SEE IT: Mets' Luisangel Acuña has three-home run game in Venezuelan Winter League
SEE IT: Mets' Luisangel Acuña has three-home run game in Venezuelan Winter League
Playing in the Venezuelan Winter League, Mets infielder Luisangel Acuña had a historic night on Saturday by hitting three home runs in the same game.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 3:35 AM
SEE IT: Mets' Luisangel Acuña has three-home run game in Venezuelan Winter League
Reds Sign Michael Toglia To Minor League Deal
Reds Sign Michael Toglia To Minor League Deal
The Reds have added first baseman Michael Toglia on a minor league deal, according to his MLB transactions log. The 27-year-old was non-tendered by the Rockies in late November. Toglia split the 2025 season between Triple-A and the majors. Toglia had the makings of a viable three-true-outcomes bat following the 2024 campaign. He popped 25…
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January 11, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Reds Sign Michael Toglia To Minor League Deal
Sometimes It's All About Cleanup
Sometimes It's All About Cleanup
Plus Other Observations Around Joe Sewell and the Indian Teams of His Period
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January 11, 2026 at 12:51 AM
Sometimes It's All About Cleanup
Yankees, Cody Bellinger “At An Impasse” In Negotiations
Yankees, Cody Bellinger “At An Impasse” In Negotiations
The Yankees’ attempt to reunite with free agent Cody Bellinger seems to have hit a wall. ESPN’s Buster Olney reports the two sides are “at an impasse.” New York is moving forward as if Bellinger is signing with another team and will look to make additions elsewhere, adds Olney. Brendan Kuty of The Athletic reported…
www.mlbtraderumors.com
January 11, 2026 at 12:21 AM
Yankees, Cody Bellinger “At An Impasse” In Negotiations
Rockies acquire outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Diamondbacks for a minor league pitcher
Rockies acquire outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Diamondbacks for a minor league pitcher
McCarthy, 28, played five seasons with the Diamondbacks and finished fourth in the National League Rookie of the Year voting in 2022.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Rockies acquire outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Diamondbacks for a minor league pitcher
Canada's Freddie Freeman pulls out of World Baseball Classic for personal reasons
Canada's Freddie Freeman pulls out of World Baseball Classic for personal reasons
Team Canada just lost its biggest bat.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Canada's Freddie Freeman pulls out of World Baseball Classic for personal reasons
Red Sox Notes: Bregman, Outfield, Injuries
Red Sox Notes: Bregman, Outfield, Injuries
Fenway Fest is in full swing. The fan event has yielded plenty of interesting tidbits through interviews with various players and executives. Here’s a rundown of some of the highlights, including a show of support for Alex Bregman from a former teammate and impressive candor from an infielder with an uncertain future. A Bregman update,…
www.mlbtraderumors.com
January 10, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Red Sox Notes: Bregman, Outfield, Injuries
Latest On Yankees’ Pitching Search
Latest On Yankees’ Pitching Search
The Yankees were known to be one of the teams talking with the Marlins about a possible Edward Cabrera trade, but with Cabrera now in a Cubs uniform, the New York Post’s Joel Sherman reports that the Bronx Bombers are looking elsewhere for rotation help. The NY Post’s Jon Heyman reiterates that the Yankees continue…
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January 10, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Latest On Yankees’ Pitching Search
Braves Re-Sign Tyler Kinley
Braves Re-Sign Tyler Kinley
The Braves are bringing back right-hander Tyler Kinley on a one-year contract worth $4.25MM in guaranteed money, according to The Athletic’s Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal. The deal contains a club option for the 2027 season. Kinley is represented by Paragon Sports International. More to come…
www.mlbtraderumors.com
January 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Braves Re-Sign Tyler Kinley
Orioles Notes: Henderson, Valdez, Astros
Orioles Notes: Henderson, Valdez, Astros
Gunnar Henderson’s third full Major League season was another success, as the infielder hit .274/.349/.438 with 17 home runs over 651 plate appearances. It was more or less a match for the 2023 season that earned Henderson AL Rookie of the Year honors — Henderson posted a 122 wRC+ and 4.7 fWAR that year, and…
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January 10, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Orioles Notes: Henderson, Valdez, Astros