Shane Baz and Luis Garcia (Photo By: Imagn/x @SleeperAstros)

MLB Trade News: Baltimore Orioles Secure Shane Baz, Yankees Sign Luis Garcia & More

Originally posted on Total Pro Sports
By Cresswell McCoy | Last updated Mar 28, 2026 4:14 AM ET

The 2026 MLB season has started out with a great pace. Teams are trying to win their first few games, but the trade market has not diminished yet. A few pitchers are still making their way up by securing minor league deals. Here’s the latest news from the league.

Baltimore Orioles Extend Shane Baz

The Baltimore Orioles are pretty happy with Shane Baz, and they offered him a contract extension. Baz signed a $68 million five-year deal, and he will continue to play a vital role for the team.

BREAKING: Right-hander Shane Baz and the Baltimore Orioles are finalizing a five-year, $68 million contract extension, sources tell ESPN. Baz, 26, joined the Orioles in a trade from Tampa Bay this winter and is poised to get a big payday coming off his first full healthy season.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) March 27, 2026

Baz was picked up from the Tampa Bay Rays last MLB season. He posted a 10-12 record with a 4.87 ERA last season. There’s plenty of room for improvement, but he’s been a strikeout machine.

Yankees Sign MLB Free Agent Luis Garcia

The New York Yankees remain undefeated after two shutout games against the San Francisco Giants. The Yankees are coming in hot with their signings, as they managed to bring in Luis Garcia.

The Yankees have signed RHP Luis Garcia to a Minor League contract.

Garcia pitched to a 3.60 ERA in his career with the Astros and won a World Series with them in 2022. pic.twitter.com/5Bv8d2BH4t
— Fireside Yankees (@FiresideYankees) March 27, 2026

The former World Series-winning pitcher for the Houston Astros could sport the pinstripes pretty soon. Garcia and the Yankees agreed to a minor league deal, and he could work his way up to the MLB.

Yankees Record MLB History With Second-Straight Shutout Win

The Yankees started out on the perfect foot after recording back-to-back shutouts against the Giants. It was the first time in Yankees history, and the 18^th time it has happened in the MLB.

This is the first time in Yankees history that they've started a season with back-to-back shutouts

It's the 18th time it's happened in MLB history pic.twitter.com/uIjMwuKCP9
— Talkin' Yanks (@TalkinYanks) March 27, 2026

The Bronx Bombers continue to seek their World Series dream. However, the playoffs are the most important part of the MLB. Meanwhile, players like Lucas Giolito are still waiting for a team to give them an offer. Giolito seems to be gathering interest from a few teams, but it could take a while before he finds a home.

This article first appeared on Total Pro Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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