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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets GM Sandy Alderson talks trade value of his young, power arms after injury-plagued season — ORLANDO - The Mets pitchers are still drawing interest from other teams, Sandy Alderson said Wednesday. Despite a year in which every starter but Jacob deGrom went on the disabled list …
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Sandy Alderson doesn't want Mets fans to get their hopes up about Shohei Otani: ‘This guy could go to any one of 30 teams’ — ORLANDO — Sandy Alderson said he is excited at the prospect of seeing Japanese star Shohei Otani play in the major leagues next season.
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
MLB eyes early December to finalize posting system for Ohtani
Doug Mittler / ESPN:
Rumor Central: Mets open to pursuing Shohei Otani?
Newsday:
Mets may pursue Japanese two-way star Shohei Otani
Mets may pursue Japanese two-way star Shohei Otani
Discussion:
Brew Crew Ball, Bleacher Report, Newsday and Amazin' Avenue
Mike Puma / New York Post:
Mets' Carlos Santana interest exposes Dominic Smith concern
Mets' Carlos Santana interest exposes Dominic Smith concern
Discussion:
Elite Sports NY, FanRag Sports and Sports Talk Philly
ESPN:
Derek Jeter: Marlins need to fix money issues but not given Giancarlo Stanton will be traded — ORLANDO, Fla. — As trade rumors continue to swirl around Miami Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton, new owner Derek Jeter is leaving it to his baseball operations people to keep the face of the franchise in the loop.
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The Comeback
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Doug Mittler / ESPN:
Rumor Central: Dodgers lukewarm on any Giancarlo Stanton deal?
Rumor Central: Dodgers lukewarm on any Giancarlo Stanton deal?
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Sporting News, DodgerBlue.com and Dodgers Digest
Clark Spencer / miamiherald:
Giancarlo Stanton has yet to hear from Derek Jeter as trade rumors swirl
Giancarlo Stanton has yet to hear from Derek Jeter as trade rumors swirl
Discussion:
San Francisco Chronicle and MLB Trade Rumors
Andy McCullough / Los Angeles Times:
Here's the huge obstacle to the Dodgers trading for Giancarlo Stanton
Here's the huge obstacle to the Dodgers trading for Giancarlo Stanton
Discussion:
The Comeback and Boston Herald
Dayn Perry / CBSSports.com:
MLB Hot Stove: Stanton reportedly won't waive no-trade clause for Cardinals, Red Sox
MLB Hot Stove: Stanton reportedly won't waive no-trade clause for Cardinals, Red Sox
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MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Talking Chop, Fish Stripes, Over the Monster, Sporting News, FanRag Sports and CBS Miami
NBC Sports BayArea / MLB on Yahoo! Sports:
Is Giancarlo Stanton worth the risk for Giants? Mike Krukow weighs in
Is Giancarlo Stanton worth the risk for Giants? Mike Krukow weighs in
Discussion:
NBCSports.com and The Good Phight
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers' Miguel Cabrera regaining strength after injury-filled 2017 — ORLANDO, Fla. - It was no coincidence that as the Detroit Tigers' record plummeted in 2017, so too did the health of Miguel Cabrera. — It was Cabrera's season-long back ailments that loomed largest in a losing season …
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Angels emerge as suitor for Tigers' Ian Kinsler — ORLANDO, Fla. — A potential suitor for Tigers second baseman Ian Kinsler has emerged. — The Los Angeles Angels, who have had interest in Kinsler since late last season, have had extensive internal discussions about acquiring the veteran …
Discussion:
Bless You Boys
Erik Boland / Newsday:
Gleyber Torres will have chance to win third base job, Brian Cashman says — The Yankees appear to have no interest in bidding for Todd Frazier. — ORLANDO, Fla. — Hyped Yankees prospect Gleyber Torres entered spring training with zero chance of making the big-league club out of camp, regardless of performance.
Discussion:
The Crawfish Boxes
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Ken Davidoff / New York Post:
Why a Jacoby Ellsbury trade isn't close to happening
Why a Jacoby Ellsbury trade isn't close to happening
Discussion:
Pinstripe Alley and MLB Trade Rumors
Joel Sherman / New York Post:
Beltran, Cashman talked about job, but that may not be enough
Beltran, Cashman talked about job, but that may not be enough
Discussion:
River Avenue Blues
Derrick Goold / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Cardinals prepare Fowler for possible move off center, to corner outfield — • Before embarking on the offseason intent on recasting the middle of his club's lineup, Cardinals executive John Mozeliak took a detour to Las Vegas to discuss, in person, with Dexter Fowler one move the team …
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MLB on Yahoo! Sports, MLB Trade Rumors, FanRag Sports and Bleacher Nation
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Associated Press:
Mets hire Gary DiSarcina, Dave Eiland, Ruben Amaro Jr. as coaches — NEW YORK — The New York Mets have filled out their coaching staff, adding Gary DiSarcina, Dave Eiland and Ruben Amaro Jr. to the team. — The Mets made the announcement Wednesday. — DiSarcina will become the bench coach for new manager Mickey Callaway.
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
With Daniels bullish on DeShields, will Rangers still seek center fielder? — The Texas Rangers were a better team in 2017 with Delino DeShields in the starting lineup. — The club that finished six games below .500 (78-84) was six games above .500 (54-48) when DeShields was a starter.
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Chicago Tribune:
Criticism of Cubs manager Joe Maddon ‘comes with the territory’: GM Jed Hoyer — Photos of Joe Maddon, the 2015 NL Manager of the Year. — Chicago Tribune — Cubs manager Joe Maddon drew criticism in the National League Championship Series for some of his moves, including the fateful decision …
Discussion:
MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Cubs Insider and Bleacher Nation
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Scott Polacek / Bleacher Report:
J.D. Martinez Rumors: Free Agent Seeking 7-Year, $210 Million Contract — Outfielder J.D. Martinez reportedly has his eye on a serious chunk of change in free agency. — On Tuesday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported Martinez is asking for a seven-year, $210 million contract at the general manager meetings.
Discussion:
Cubs Insider
Associated Press:
More than 1,000 on hand to celebrate life of late Roy Halladay — CLEARWATER, Fla. — Two-time Cy Young Award winner Roy Halladay was remembered Tuesday as an amazing husband, father, friend and teammate who was one of the best pitchers of his generation but an even better man.
Ben Badler / Baseball America:
Twins Void $3 Million Contract Of Dominican Shortstop Jelfry Marte — The Twins have voided the $3 million contract of 16-year-old Dominican shortstop Jelfry Marte due to an issue the team discovered during his physical. — The Twins' concern, according to multiple sources, related to Marte's vision.
Discussion:
Twinkie Town, Lone Star Ball and MLB Trade Rumors
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Here's how to cozy up to Michael Young, Joey Gallo — Who doesn't want to eat dinner with Michael Young and Joey Gallo? Here's one way for you and a guest, all for the low, low price of $250 that goes to charity: — Young, the Texas Rangers great, and Gallo, the young Rangers slugger …
Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Rangers Acquire Hunter Cole To Complete Sam Dyson Trade — The Rangers have acquired minor-leaguer Hunter Cole from the Giants, per a club announcement. Cole becomes the player to be named later from the deal that sent reliever Sam Dyson to San Francisco over the summer.
Discussion:
MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Lone Star Ball and ThinkBluePC
UPI:
Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor named 2017 AL Manager of the Year — Minnesota Twins manager Paul Molitor was named the American League Manager of the Year on Tuesday. — Molitor, 61, orchestrated an impressive turnaround in Minnesota that saw the Twins jump from 59-103 and a fifth-place finish …
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Josiah Turner / ESPN:
Rumor Central: Teams inquiring about three Padres infielders? — The San Diego Padres have three players who man second and third base in Yangervis Solarte, Carlos Asuaje and Cory Spangenberg. — According to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com, opposing teams started inquiring about all three players …
Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Baseball has mid-January deadline for pace of play change — LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. • Baseball's pace of play, tedious to the commissioner, a good portion of executives and probably fans, was discussed to a large extent at the general managers' meetings which concluded Wednesday.
Matt Gelb / Philly.com:
Gabe Kapler's only season as a manager gave hints for how he will lead Phillies — It was another batting practice, another hot afternoon in a South Carolina or Georgia baseball outpost — the exact details are jumbled a decade later — when 31-year-old manager Gabe Kapler detonated.
Discussion:
MLB on Yahoo! Sports
ESPN:
GM: Giants must improve, even if that means moving Hunter Pence to part-time role — ORLANDO, Fla. — As the San Francisco Giants contemplate additions to their outfield this offseason, some old faces might have to get used to new roles in 2018. — The Giants have already laid the groundwork …
Discussion:
MLB Trade Rumors and MLB on Yahoo! Sports
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Joel Sherman / New York Post:
Nationals starting to weigh Bryce Harper mega-deal
Nationals starting to weigh Bryce Harper mega-deal
Discussion:
Federal Baseball and MLB Trade Rumors
Josiah Turner / ESPN:
Rumor Central: Cardinals willing to move outfielders this winter? — The St. Louis Cardinals have a surplus of talented outfielders on their roster, but also have a few promising prospects who appear primed to make their major league debuts. — According to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch …
Discussion:
McCovey Chronicles and St. Louis Post-Dispatch
UPI:
Arizona Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo chosen as 2017 NL Manager of the Year — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo was named National League Manager of the Year on Tuesday. — Lovullo guided Arizona to a 93-69 record and reached the playoffs in 2017 — the team's first postseason berth since 2011.
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Brew Crew Ball