Top News:
Larry Stone / The Charlotte Observer:
Dark days are ahead for Mariners, but rebuild is right decision — Two things about the impending trade of Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz to the Mets, on top of all the other foundation-ripping moves the Mariners have made and the inevitable ones still to come: — 1. Dark, desolate times are ahead, no way to sugarcoat it.
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Buster Olney / ESPN:
What Jerry Dipoto has left to do as the Mariners rebuild — George Springer isn't eligible for free agency for another two years, Carlos Correa three and Alex Bregman four. With the 28-year-old Jose Altuve locked into a long-term deal, the core of the Houston Astros, the best team in the AL West team …
Discussion:
CBSSports.com and MLB Trade Rumors
Keith Law / ESPN:
Even if Mets contend with Cano and Diaz, dealing Kelenic could haunt them — This had to be Mets fans' worst nightmare: The owners, who seemingly can't stop meddling in baseball operations, would hire someone as GM who'd short-circuit the ongoing rebuilding of the farm system in pursuit of short-term wins.
Bob Raissman / New York Daily News:
How will Mets broadcasters react to Robinson Cano's reputation for not hustling? — Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling will no doubt comment on the Robinson Cano/Edwin Diaz Mariners-Mets trade that shook the baseball community on Saturday night. — That's to be expected.
Bob Nightengale / USA Today:
Win-now Mets? Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz blockbuster a gamble to celebrate — Shoot, there goes the New York Mets' chances for being on the cover of Baseball America. — Oh no, the Mets' farm system is about to be trashed by national publications and websites evaluating the organization's prospects.
Discussion:
Indianapolis Star
ESPN:
Reports: Mariners, Mets finish off seven-player blockbuster trade — A blockbuster trade that gained momentum throughout the week has been completed, as the Seattle Mariners have agreed to deal All-Star closer Edwin Diaz and veteran second baseman Robinson Cano to the New York Mets, according to multiple reports.
Discussion:
Faith and Fear in Flushing and Let's Go Tribe
Khadrice Rollins / Sports Illustrated:
Report: Mariners to Trade Second Baseman Robinson Cano, Closer Edwin Diaz to Mets
Report: Mariners to Trade Second Baseman Robinson Cano, Closer Edwin Diaz to Mets
Discussion:
Bleacher Report and MLB Daily Dish
New York Daily News:
Mets eyeing Corey Kluber in possible massive trade with Indians: report
Mets eyeing Corey Kluber in possible massive trade with Indians: report
Discussion:
Sporting News, Over the Monster, CBSSports.com and Bleacher Report
Mike Puma / New York Post:
Mets' blockbuster Robinson Cano deal is done pending physicals
Mets' blockbuster Robinson Cano deal is done pending physicals
Discussion:
baseballmusings.com
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets trade for Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz is done — A look at what's next for GM Brodie Van Wagenen
Mets trade for Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz is done — A look at what's next for GM Brodie Van Wagenen
Discussion:
Pinstripe Alley
Scott Chiusano / New York Daily News:
Meet Edwin Diaz, the Mets new closer following massive trade with Mariners
Meet Edwin Diaz, the Mets new closer following massive trade with Mariners
Discussion:
MLB Baseball News …
Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Mariners, Mets Agree To Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz Blockbuster
Mariners, Mets Agree To Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz Blockbuster
Discussion:
Lookout Landing and SBNation.com
Mark Polishuk / MLB Trade Rumors:
Phillies, Mariners In Agreement On Trade Involving Jean Segura, Carlos Santana, J.P. Crawford — 11:16pm: Segura “and possibly one other player” are going to the Phillies in exchange for a trade package including Santana and Crawford, the Seattle Times' Ryan Divish reports.
Discussion:
CBSSports.com, Sporting News, Bucs Dugout and TSN
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ESPN:
Reports: Phillies near deal for Mariners All-Star Jean Segura — The Philadelphia Phillies are nearing a deal to acquire All-Star infielder Jean Segura from the Seattle Mariners, according to multiple reports. — The deal would involve multiple players, and Segura will need to waive …
Jim Salisbury / NBCSports.com:
Phillies trade rumors: Phillies aim for Manny Machado and Jean Segura in the same infield
Phillies trade rumors: Phillies aim for Manny Machado and Jean Segura in the same infield
Discussion:
Pinstripe Alley, Phillies Nation and MLB Trade Rumors
Associated Press:
Indians All-Star shortstop Lindor voted team's Man of Year — CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor has been chosen the club's Man of the Year by the Cleveland chapter of the Baseball Writers of America. — Lindor led the Indians to their third straight AL Central championship …
John Fay / Cincinnati.com:
RedsXtra: New era rests on coaches getting more out of the current players — The media hangs out in the Green Room where players and coaches gather to kill time before autograph and photo sessions. — Let's just say there weren't a lot of familiar faces around this year - other than the club's alumni.
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
McCann, Wilson cuts show Tigers focused on bottom line, not leadership — Taking a look at what the Tigers' starting lineup and pitching rotation could look like to open the 2019 season. Video by Anthony Fenech and Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press. — CONNECT
Associated Press:
Nats trying to improve as Harper decision dominates talk — Everywhere Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman goes these days, the same topic arises: What is going to happen with free agent outfielder Bryce Harper? — “As if they think — I guess because I've been here forever …
Discussion:
Federal Baseball
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Mark Fischer / New York Daily News:
‘Where will Bryce Harper sign?’ is the one question Nats hear over and over
‘Where will Bryce Harper sign?’ is the one question Nats hear over and over
Discussion:
Federal Baseball
Associated Press:
Oklahoma to play Alabama in College Football Playoffs — Rose Bowl matchup set; two-loss Georgia left out of final four — Faced with a tricky choice, the College Football Playoff selection committee fell back on some simple criteria: One loss is better than two. Winning a conference championship is better than not.
Discussion:
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin