Major League Baseball

After 7-2 season, Whitlock's $8.25 million option exercised by Red Sox

Veteran pitcher Garrett Whitlock's $8.25 million option for 2027 was exercised on Sunday night by the Boston Red Sox, preventing the 30-year-old right-hander, who was 7-2 with a 1.72 ERA last season, from becoming a free agent.

Rays pick up $20M option for 2027 on ace pitcher Rasmussen

The Rays exercised their $20 million option Saturday on ace pitcher Drew Rasmussen.

Astros turn to Cardinals exec Flores as new GM

The Astros on Friday hired Cardinals exec Randy Flores as their new general manager.

Japanese RHP Taira to be posted by Seibu Lions, move to MLB

Japanese right-hander Kaima Taira's team, the Seibu Lions, announced it will allow him to pursue a career in MLB via the posting system that allows certain players to sign abroad.

Orioles decline OF Robert's $20M club option for 2027

The Orioles declined outfielder Luis Robert Jr.'s $20 million club option for 2027.

Closer Pagan declines $10M player option with Reds

Reds closer Emilio Pagan declined a $10 million player option for 2027 on Saturday, deciding to become a free agent.

King, Gray among latest MLB free agents; Alcantara's option exercised

Sandy Alcantara was blocked from becoming a free agent by the Miami Marlins, while Michael King and Sonny Gray were among 14 MLB players who went on the market Friday.

🏆 Sabathia, Watt top social media reaction to Brewers' World Series win

Wisconsin's teams also chimed in to shout out the Brewers after Milwaukee wins its first-ever World Series.