Baseball News
In Pro Sports, as in the U.S., Political Support Is Divided
The New York Times - 2 Nov 2024 15:00
A pro-Harris video from LeBron James. A pro-Trump hat on Nick Bosa. With Election Day near, more have been showing their preference.
Twins decline options on INF Farmer, OF Margot
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 02:35
The Twins have declined options on Infielder Kyle Farmer and outfielder Manuel Margot, making both players free agents.
Sánchez cut loose as Brewers nix mutual option
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 23:50
Gary Sánchez's $11 million mutual option for 2025 has been declined by the Brewers, making the catcher a free agent.
Source: Pederson declines option with D-backs
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 22:12
Diamondbacks designated hitter Joc Pederson has declined his mutual option for the 2025 season and will be a free agent, a source told ESPN.
Pagán exercises $8M option, remains with Reds
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 22:12
Right-hander Emilio Pagán exercised his $8 million option for 2025 on Saturday, remaining with the Reds rather than becoming a free agent.
Braves reach 2-year, $13M deal with Bummer
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 22:12
The Braves agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with lefty Aaron Bummer and reached a revised three-year, $30 million deal with Reynaldo Lopez.
Ohtani, Yamamoto help WS ratings soar in Japan
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 22:12
With Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto making their first appearance, the World Series averaged 12.9 million viewers in Japan, the most-watched Fall Classic in the nation's history.
Rizzo's $17 million option declined by Yankees
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 22:12
Anthony Rizzo's $17 million option for 2025 was declined Saturday by the New York Yankees in favor of a $6 million buyout, making the first baseman a free agent.
Report: Montgomery opts in for $22.5M in '25
ESPN - 2 Nov 2024 02:35
Left-hander Jordan Montgomery has exercised his $22.5 million player option to remain with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to MLB.com.