Mike Yastrzemski: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 13

Braves Signing of Mike Yastrzemski Dubbed 'Sneaky Good'

The Atlanta Braves made the move to add Mike Yastremski shortly after the Winter Meetings in December. Adding the lefty bat into the lineup was immediately viewed as an addition that could have some upside.

MLB News / McCovey Chronicles / January 8

Mike Yastrzemski signing continues Giants-to-Braves pipeline

Mike Yastrzemski was a great San Francisco Giant in his six seasons with the team. Now he’s moved on to the place where so many former Giants end up: the Atlanta Braves.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / December 16

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 15

ESPN grades Braves deals for Robert Suarez and Mike Yastrzemski

Immediately after the MLB Winter Meetings, the Braves made their two most significant acquisitions of the offseason, inking a two-year deal with Mike Yastrzemski and a three-year contract with former Padres closer Robert Suarez.

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MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Dodgers Claim Braves Outfielder Off Waivers

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ 40-man roster is now full, as they claimed former Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Siani, who was designated for assignment after free agent Mike Yastrzemski was signed.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12

Dodgers Claim Michael Siani

The Dodgers announced that they have claimed outfielder Michael Siani off waivers from the Braves. Atlanta designated him for assignment when they signed Mike Yastrzemski earlier this week.

MLB News / Just Baseball / December 12

Braves Sign Veteran Outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to Multi-Year Deal

As the Winter Meetings wrap up, the Atlanta Braves made their second significant move of the offseason, agreeing to a multi-year deal with veteran outfielder Mike Yastrzemski.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 12

Arrival of Robert Suarez Brings Excitement for Braves, Himself

The Atlanta Braves' 2026 roster is beginning to take shape. Within about 18 hours, they brought in an impact reliever and a bat with some pop, Robert Suarez and Mike Yastrzemski.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 11

Intrigue of the Atlanta Braves That Landed Them Mike Yastrzemski

Mike Yastrzemski is now a member of the Atlanta Braves. He’s been welcomed to the team and the media as of Thursday afternoon. In a way, the arrival of

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / December 11

Royals Showing Interest In Former Orioles All-Star, Per Insider

The Kansas City Royals have been searching for ways to improve their offense. They need a couple of outfield bats this winter. They had interest in a reunion with Mike Yastrzemski, but he ultimately signed with the Atlanta Braves for two years and $23 million.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 11

What’s the Braves vision for Mike Yastrzemski?

The Braves needed to add another bat to their lineup, and they did so on Wednesday night with the acquisition of outfielder Mike Yastrzemski. It’s not

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 11

Report: Mike Yastrzemski signs two-year, $23 million deal with the Atlanta Braves

Yaz is heading to Atlanta. FanSided’s Robert Murray reported last night that outfielder Mike Yastrzemski has signed a two-year deal with the Atlanta Braves worth $23 million, with ESPN’s Jeff Passan confirming the terms and financials shortly after.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 11

Contract details for Mike Yastrzemski

The Atlanta Braves made their biggest move of the offseason to date, signing outfielder Mike Yastrzemski. He slots in seamlessly as a left-handed bat who handles right-handed pitching extremely well and provides plus defense at all three outfield spots, giving the Braves flexibility to use Ronald Acuña Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 11

Braves add outfielder, latest free agency and trade rumors

The MLB Winter Meetings wrapped up yesterday, and the Braves finally made a meaningful external addition, signing Mike Yastrzemski to a two-year, $23 million contract.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10

Braves sign grandson of Baseball Hall of Famer in free agency

The Atlanta Braves are turning to a fellow with a famous last name. Atlanta has agreed to a deal with free agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski, Robert Murray of FanSided reported on Wednesday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / December 10

Reports: Braves sign OF Mike Yastrzemski to 2-year deal

The Atlanta Braves have signed free-agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to a two-year, $23 million contract with an option for a third season, according to multiple reports.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / December 10

Braves sign Mike Yastrzemski to a two-year deal

According to Jon Heyman, the Atlanta Braves have signed outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to a two-year contract worth $23 million. Mike Yastrzemski was a late bloomer, making his MLB debut at 28 years old in 2019, but he arrived with a bang, posting an .892 OPS over his first two seasons.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 7

Royals interested in re-signing Mike Yastrzemski, Adam Frazier

After doing some light buying at the trade deadline over the summer in order to keep themselves in contention, the Royals have some interest in reuniting with two of the rental bats they brought on board back in July.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / December 1

Royals Predicted To Lose Key Trade Acquisition To Surprising AL East Team

The Kansas City Royals fell short of the postseason in 2025, going 82-80 and finishing in third place in the American League Central. They struggled to do much offensively, and now they’ll look to upgrade that area of the roster this offseason.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 16

Royals Urged To Re-Sign Veteran Outfielder After Impressive Late-Season Performance

The Kansas City Royals were let down by their offense this season and ultimately missed the postseason, going 82-80 and finishing in third place in the American League Central.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 12

Projected Contract Numbers for Rays To Sign Mike Yastrzemski in Free Agency Revealed

The Tampa Bay Rays are leaving no stone unturned in their quest to find some upgrades for their outfield. It is arguably the biggest position of need heading into the offseason after the struggles the group exhibited in 2025.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 28

Mike Yastrzemski belts 2 homers as Royals thump Athletics

Mike Yastrzemski homered twice to help the visiting Kansas City Royals to a 9-2 win against the Athletics in the season finale for both teams Sunday afternoon in Sacramento, Calif.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / August 20

Royals trade-deadline acquisition paying immediate dividends

Outfielder Mike Yastrzemski has quickly made his presence felt with the Kansas City Royals. In doing so, Yastrzemski has carved his name into the history books.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 12

Did Royals' Mike Yastrzemski Just Hint At Return To Giants In Free Agency?

For a Major League Baseball player, there's often nothing that can compare to your first love. Players develop special attachments to the organizations they debuted with, and that can be said for Kansas City Royals outfielder Mike Yastrzemski.