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On Tuesday, it was reported by Ken Rosenthal of "The Athletic" that the A's offered shortstop Ha-Seong Kim a multi-year deal in free agency. However, Kim elected to decline the offer and instead return to the Atlanta Braves on a one-year deal.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 16

Cincinnati Reds Sign Veteran Free Agent to Bolster Pitching Staff

CINCINNATI – The Reds are signing a veteran to bolster their bullpen. They're signing left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson to a one-year deal on a contract according to Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic on Tuesday.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / December 15

Yankees revealed to be on the no-trade list of 3-time All-Star

The New York Yankees are catching a stray this week from a potential trade target. Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star infielder Ketel Marte has the Yankees on his no-trade list, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Monday.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 10

Milwaukee Brewers: Latest Freddy Peralta trade rumors include six contenders, but point to 2026 return

One of the biggest stories to watch in Major League Baseball this offseason is the immediate future of Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta. A two-time All-Star, Peralta is coming off his best Major League season after going 17-6 with a 2.70 ERA.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 10

Ken Rosenthal on Braves’ dilemma and current targets

According to several reports, the Braves were in on Edwin Díaz, but part of the holdup came down to the draft-pick compensation attached to him. Because Díaz rejected a qualifying offer, any team that signed him would have to forfeit its second-highest draft pick.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / December 9

Royals’ Interest In Astros Outfielder Could Open Door To Multiple Trade Scenarios

The Kansas City Royals are busy looking for ways to improve their offense for 2026. They fell short of expectations in 2025 as a result of their offensive struggles.

Athletics News / Kansas City Royals on SI / December 8

Royals Could Kick The Tires On Former Guardians Slugger, Per Insider

The Kansas City Royals are actively searching for proven bats to bolster their lineup for 2026. They didn’t do much offensively in 2025, and it caused them to miss the postseason after earning a Wild Card berth in 2024.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / December 8

Austin Hays “drawing interest” from Royals, per report

The Royals have made it known they are pursuing an outfielder at this week’s Winter Meetings. It is a thin free agent market, and a report by Ken Rosenthal suggests they may look to add two outfielders – one via free agency, and one through a trade.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 6

Dodgers Lose Out on Twins All-Star

The Los Angeles Dodgers have yet to address their need for an outfielder this season, and they just lost one of their potential trade targets for the offseason.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 6

Braves Trade Target Unlikley to Be Moved During Offseason

As the Atlanta Braves search for more offense and the Winter Meetings approach, one highly discussed All-Star might not be an option. According to The Athletic, including Ken Rosenthal, the Twins don't plan on moving outfielder Byron Buxton, among other key players.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Pirates remain open to dealing from rotation for offense

The Pittsburgh Pirates traded back-end starter Johan Oviedo to the Red Sox Thursday, getting rookie outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia back as part of a five-player deal.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / December 4

Dodgers Could Be Shopping Their Veteran Corner Outfielder

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made it clear that they are looking to upgrade their outfield this offseason. Word is, they will be active during the Winter Meetings next week.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / LAFB Network / December 4

Dodgers Trade Rumors: Slugger In Trade Talks as LA Evaluates Outfield Future

Even as the Los Angeles Dodgers continue shaping a roster aimed at a third consecutive championship, the front office is leaving no stone unturned. That includes at least entertaining the idea of parting ways with a player who has been central to their power production: Teoscar Hernández.

Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

Reds ink reliever Emilio Pagán to two-year contract

Another day, another high-leverage reliever off the market for the Toronto Blue Jays. On Wednesday evening, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and C. Trent Rosecrans reported that the Cincinnati Reds have re-signed right-handed reliever Emilio Pagán.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 3

Reds Make First Move in Free Agency, Signing Familiar Face to New Deal

The Cincinnati Reds have re-signed Emilio Pagán to a two-year, $20 million deal, pending a physical, according to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and C. Trent Rosecrans.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 1

Astros open to moving Jake Meyers in search for rotation help

The Astros don’t have a ton of breathing room between their current payroll figures and the first tier of the luxury tax threshold — a line owner Jim Crane is once again reportedly loath to cross.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 26

Red Sox Predicted To Re-Sign Alex Bregman, Per Ken Rosenthal

The story of the offseason for the Boston Red Sox is whether or not they will be able to re-sign Alex Bregman. No matter what else the club does, whatever happens with Bregman will overshadow the other moves.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 25

Pirates Eyeing Trade for Cardinals Hitters

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need offensive help for next season and are looking for any option they can find, even from a divisional rival. Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich of The Athletic reported that the Pirates are exploring trades this offseason and checked with the St.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

Ken Rosenthal comments on the Braves next offseason moves

Among the Braves’ first wave of offseason moves, they acquired Houston Astros super-utility man Mauricio Dubon. Dubon is a guy who can quite literally play all over the diamond.

Miami Marlins News / Total Apex Sports / November 24

Miami Marlins Eyeing a Big Splash with Michael King

The Miami Marlins are reportedly making some noise this offseason, and it’s not just the usual chatter. According to insiders Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich of The Athletic, the team has shown significant interest in free-agent right-hander Michael King.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 20

Braves Among 8 Teams on World Series MVP's No-Trade List

If the Atlanta Braves wish to make a move for a big-time shortstop, it could require getting approval from the player himself. According to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, the Braves are among the eight teams on Corey Seager's no-trade list.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / November 20

Ken Rosenthal on Corey Seager being an option for the Braves

It’s easy to see why the Braves quickly moved to acquire Mauricio Dubon to kick off the offseason. He cost essentially nothing, raises the floor at shortstop, and could serve as an ultra-valuable super-utility piece if Atlanta lands a better option before the season starts.