Phillies will meet with Bo Bichette as they weigh other roster changes: Sources  —  As the Phillies reach a possible inflection point in their offseason, they have scheduled a meeting with free-agent infielder Bo Bichette and done extensive work on the various roster ripple effects of signing him …

What we're hearing around MLB: Cubs in mix for Bregman and Bichette, Mets working trade market  —  Some team is going to sign Kyle Tucker.  Ditto for Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and Cody Bellinger.  But most of the teams pursuing those hitters are among the game's biggest spenders.

Nine MLB teams' TV money in jeopardy as FanDuel networks continue to struggle  —  Next season's television income for nine Major League Baseball teams — close to one third of the league — is up in the air, adding a new wrinkle to an offseason where free agency has already moved slowly.

Detroit Tigers sign reliever Burch Smith to minor-league contract  —  The Detroit Tigers continue to add pitching depth.  —  Right-handed reliever Burch Smith signed a minor-league contract Dec. 23 with the Tigers.  —  The deal includes a non-roster invitation to MLB spring training …

Marlins trade Edward Cabrera to Cubs for Owen Caissie, 2 others  —  The Cubs on Wednesday acquired pitcher Edward Cabrera in a trade with the Marlins that sent top outfield prospect Owen Caissie and two other hitting prospects to Miami.  —  The Cubs also dealt away infield prospects Cristian Hernandez …

The Transfer DealSheet: Latest on Man Utd, Arsenal, Liverpool, Real Madrid and more  —  Welcome to the first January 2026 edition of The Transfer DealSheet.  —  Our team of dedicated writers, including David Ornstein, will take you inside the market to explain the deals being worked on in the January transfer window.

What to make of the Mets' interest in Kyle Tucker  —  Unlike a vocal segment of the New York Mets fan base, club officials view their roster as strong.  Reeling in a star like free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker, however, would dramatically boost the team's World Series odds.

Todd Bowles says he's back as Bucs head coach for 2026 season  —  Todd Bowles stated his case plainly Monday, saying three consecutive NFC South titles should count for something even if his team missed the playoffs this year.  Apparently the Glazer family, which owns the Bucs agreed.

Sources: Rockies add Michael Lorenzen to rotation on $8M deal  —  Right-hander Michael Lorenzen and the Colorado Rockies are in agreement on a one-year, $8 million contract with a club option, sources told ESPN on Wednesday, marking the first free agent signing under new president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta.

Clayton Kershaw is top studio target for NBC's MLB coverage: Sources  —  Future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw is a top studio target for NBC/Peacock's forthcoming Major League Baseball package, sources briefed on the talks told The Athletic.  —  Kershaw, who retired after the Dodgers' latest …

A's denied ‘Athletics’ trademarks ahead of move to Las Vegas  —  LAS VEGAS — The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A's request to trademark the names “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics.”  —  The club, which intends to move to Nevada in 2028, has three months …