Former batting champ McNeil traded to A's from Mets  —  While pitching is the main area of focus for the Athletics this offseason, they shored up one of their few remaining needs on the position-player side on Monday by acquiring infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil from the Mets in exchange for right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.

McNeil thrilled for opportunity to boost A's young lineup  —  Jeff McNeil was approaching the 14th hole of his golf outing at TPC Monterey on Monday morning when he checked his phone and saw a barrage of missed calls and text messages from Mets general manager David Stearns and his agent.

Mets trade Jeff McNeil to Athletics for minor league pitcher  —  The Athletics have acquired utilityman Jeff McNeil from the Mets in a trade that continues New York's offseason roster overhaul and adds a veteran presence to the Athletics' deep lineup.  —  The Mets, who will receive minor …

Athletics Acquire Jeff McNeil  —  The Mets have traded infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil to the Athletics along with cash considerations, according to announcements from both clubs.  The Mets receive right-hander Yordan Rodriguez in return.  The A's designated left-hander Ken Waldichuk …

Red Sox trade for Willson Contreras, adding bat to lineup in deal with Cardinals  —  The Red Sox have been pursing a major lineup addition for weeks.  On Sunday night, they landed one.  —  Boston acquired three-time All-Star Willson Contreras and cash from the Cardinals in a trade …