Top News:
New York Post:
What the Mets were offering Pete Alonso before talks broke down — The Mets made what they perceived as a last-ditch effort to sign Pete Alonso by offering him a three-year contract in the $68 million-$70 million range, and when that was rejected, began their pivot away from their slugging first baseman, The Post has learned.
RELATED:
New York Post:
Mets pushing for Pete Alonso resolution with time of the essence — The Mets and Pete Alonso continue to talk about a possible deal that could potentially keep him in Queens, at least in the short term — although there was still thought to be a gap between offer and counteroffer and, thus, plenty of work left to do as time runs short.
Discussion:
MLB Trade Rumors, New Jersey Online and Battery Power
New York Times:
Pete Alonso's market heats up; Blue Jays in mix, Mets also talking to others — Pete Alonso's free agency is reaching a critical juncture. — Alonso's market is heating up, with three teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays, engaged in discussions for the power-hitting first baseman, league sources said.
Discussion:
CBSSports.com, MLB Trade Rumors, Camden Chat, Last Word On Baseball, Sports Illustrated, New Jersey Online and Sportsnet.ca
RELATED:
SNY:
Mets holding the line on Pete Alonso — and time is getting short — Steve Cohen fully supports David Stearns' approach. Among many alternatives, they've checked in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Bob Nightengale / USA Today:
Scott Boras: Diamondbacks signing Corbin Burnes shows other teams are just making excuses — PHOENIX — Agent Scott Boras, who represents the two biggest free-agent MLB stars who still are unsigned, had to look only a few feet to his right Wednesday afternoon to illuminate his position this winter.
Discussion:
MLB Trade Rumors, Bleacher Nation, NESN.com, Arizona Republic, MLB.com, The Baltimore Banner, AZ Snake Pit and cubsinsider.com
Associated Press:
Tommy Brown, last living member of 1947 Dodgers, dies at 97 — LOS ANGELES — Tommy Brown, the youngest player to hit a home run in a major league game and the last living member of the landmark 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers team that included rookie Jackie Robinson, has died. He was 97.
Discussion:
True Blue LA, New York Times, New York Post, Last Word On Baseball, baseballmusings.com and MLB Trade Rumors
Evan Petzold / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers add catching depth by signing MLB veteran Tomás Nido to minor league deal — The Detroit Tigers are bringing back Tomás Nido. — Nido, an eight-year MLB veteran catcher, signed a minor league contract with the Tigers that includes a non-roster invitation to spring training …
Discussion:
MLB Trade Rumors
Ben Badler / Baseball America:
2025 MLB International Signings Tracker — International signing day is finally here. — While many of these players have agreed to sign with their respective clubs years in advance, Jan. 15 is the official opening of the signing period for 2025, marking the first date players can sign contracts.
RELATED:
Associated Press:
2-way player Shotaro Morii, 18, bypasses Japan baseball to sign with A's — Hoping to become a two-way player in Major League Baseball just like Shohei Ohtani, 18-year-old Shotaro Morii made the rare decision to bypass Japanese professional baseball entirely and agreed Wednesday …
New York Post:
Karl-Anthony Towns misses Knicks' game vs. 76ers as new injury concern emerges — PHILADELPHIA — Tests on Karl-Anthony Towns' thumb revealed more than a sprain. — The Knicks center, who officially was ruled out of Wednesday's 125-119 overtime win over the 76ers before the tip …
Bruce Levine / audacy.com:
Alex Bregman could be a fit for the Cubs if he shifts his focus to a shorter-term deal — (670 The Score) As third baseman Alex Bregman's free agency continues with his destination unknown, there could be a union with the Cubs down the road if he's willing to accept a shorter-term contract.
Evan Grant / Dallas Morning News:
Texas Rangers to join Dallas Stars on Victory+ for 2025 season, but it'll cost you — The Rangers' monthslong search for a TV home has reached a resolution. … The Texas Rangers have secured a Victory in their monthslong search for a direct-to-consumer TV broadcast model.
Discussion:
DLLS Sports, Yahoo Sports, Lone Star Ball and MLB Trade Rumors
New York Times:
What would a Jonas Valančiūnas trade look like for the Washington Wizards? — WASHINGTON — Jonas Valančiūnas has provided everything the Washington Wizards have asked for since he unexpectedly signed with the team in July. — As the Feb. 6 trade deadline nears …
Discussion:
Last Word On Basketball, Posting and Toasting, Hoops Rumors, Bullets Forever and RealGM
