St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley is unsure what the future holds for him after a recent co...

<p>St. Louis Cardinals closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9598" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9598">Ryan Helsley</a> is unsure what the future holds for him after a recent conversation with the organization concerning trade rumors.</p><p>"They say they love having me here in St. Louis. With the way things have gone this last year, they like me where I'm at (financially), but they don't know if they want to keep me long term," the closer told <a href="https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/news/ryan-helsley-talks-cardinals-offseason-trade-rumors">MLB.com's John Denton</a>.</p><p>"Now, with (John Mozeliak) leaving, that's something that is going to have to be talked about, too, but we haven't crossed that bridge. I know and they know this will be something that has to be decided from a business standpoint."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Helsley has been mentioned in trade rumors this winter after a 49-save campaign earned him National League Reliever of the Year honors for the Cardinals in 2024. </p><p>The 30-year-old is expected to receive a big jump in salary because of his success, which could price him out of St. Louis. The Cardinals are expected to reduce payroll and focus on their young core with Chaim Bloom taking over as president of baseball operations following the 2025 season.</p><p>Helsley has been one of baseball's top relievers since 2022. He's amassed the second-most reliever fWAR (5.8) during that span, which has also included a 1.83 ERA, 12.1 K/9, and 82 saves.</p><p> </p><p> </p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 25: Ryan Helsley #56 of the St. Louis Cardinals delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning at Target Field on August 25, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Cardinals defeated the Twins 3-2.

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It looks like the Toronto Blue Jays are serious about their pursuit of free-agent outfielder Juan...

<p>It looks like the Toronto Blue Jays are serious about their pursuit of free-agent outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a>.</p><p>There's widespread belief among Soto bidders that the Blue Jays will come in with the highest offer for him, according to <a href="https://sny.tv/articles/underwhelming-accurate-mets-yankees-juan-soto-update">SNY's Andy Martino</a>.</p><p>Soto would reportedly be willing to join the Blue Jays, as a source told Martino that the 26-year-old is willing to play for any team that's involved in the final bidding process.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Offers for Soto were expected to go through multiple rounds, with the opening stages considered preliminary to gauge interest before the final rounds became serious, a source told <a href="https://x.com/BrendanKutyNJ/status/1861441535914455499">The Athletic's Brendan Kuty</a> last week.</p><p>Five teams - the Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, and New York Yankees - have reportedly made offers to Soto. It's believed he'll decide on his future in the next 10 days, sources told MLB Network's Jon Morosi.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">"I believe that we will know where Juan Soto is going within the next 10 days..."<br><br>- <a href="https://twitter.com/jonmorosi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jonmorosi</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MLBNHotStove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MLBNHotStove</a> <a href="https://t.co/hMpKZnIb3I">pic.twitter.com/hMpKZnIb3I</a></p>— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLBNetwork/status/1863596987331105237?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Soto is expected to land one of the most lucrative contracts in baseball history. He's won a batting title, a Home Run Derby, and a World Series championship across seven years in MLB.</p><p>The AL MVP finalist slashed .288/.419/.569 with 41 home runs, 128 runs scored, and 109 RBIs for the Yankees last season, helping them reach their first World Series since 2009.</p>

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 02: Juan Soto #22 of the New York Yankees jokes with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays at second base after his double during the first inning at Yankee Stadium on August 02, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

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Teams interested in signing free-agent shortstop Willy Adames will have to open their wallets in ...

<p>Teams interested in signing free-agent shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/4784" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/4784">Willy Adames</a> will have to open their wallets in a big way.</p><p>Adames is seeking a long-term deal in the $150-million to $200-million range, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/42622206/mlb-offseason-2024-25-free-agency-willy-adames-shortstop">ESPN's Jesse Rogers</a>.</p><p>The 29-year-old Dominican has positioned himself to become one of the hottest commodities in free agency after a career year with the Milwaukee Brewers last season. He posted 4.8 fWAR with career highs in home runs (32), RBIs (112), runs scored (93), doubles (33), and stolen bases (21).</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Adames is also a proven winner, appearing in the postseason on five separate occasions with the Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays.</p><p>"Everywhere he's been, they've won," Chicago Cubs shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5401" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5401">Dansby Swanson</a> told Rogers. "He's a gamer."</p><p>Adames, who's reportedly willing to change positions in the right situation, has been connected to the Atlanta Braves, Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Toronto Blue Jays this offseason.</p><p> </p>

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 29: Willy Adames #27 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts after scoring against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning at American Family Field on May 29, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Sergio Perez's time with Red Bull appears to be over.  Red Bull has decided to move on from the M...

<p>Sergio Perez's time with Red Bull appears to be over.</p><p>Red Bull has decided to move on from the Mexican driver after Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/42733410/sergio-perez-set-leave-red-bull-end-season-sources">ESPN's Nate Saunders</a>.</p><p>While discussions about the next steps are expected to occur after the Formula 1 season, RB's Liam Lawson appears to be the favorite to take over as Max Verstappen's driving partner on the main team.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>If Lawson takes the seat with Red Bull, Isack Hadjar is expected to move up from Formula 2 to become Yuki Tsunoda's teammate for RB.</p><p>Red Bull also considered Franco Colapinto of Williams for the seat alongside Verstappen, but the Argentine's performance over his last three races has pushed the team to drop him as a candidate, according to Saunders' sources.</p><p>Perez signed a two-year extension with Red Bull in June and could be moved into an ambassador's role within the company.</p><p>It's been a tumultuous season for Perez, who enters the final race of the calendar sitting in eighth in the driver's standings, 277 points behind Verstappen.</p><p>The 34-year-old has been the main reason Red Bull trails McLaren and Ferrari for the constructors' title.</p>

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - OCTOBER 24: Sergio Perez of Oracle Red Bull Racing attends a Press Conference ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico, at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, Mexico on October 24, 2024.

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The Chicago Cubs agreed to a two-year, $29-million deal with left-hander Matthew Boyd, according ...

<p>The Chicago Cubs agreed to a two-year, $29-million deal with left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="" href="">Matthew Boyd</a>, according to the <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/1863499616190079280">New York Post's Jon Heyman</a>. </p><p>Boyd will be paid $14.5 million per year with $1 million ($500,000 per season) available in performance bonuses.</p><p>The 33-year-old latched on with the Cleveland Guardians last June after fully recovering from Tommy John surgery. The veteran made eight starts for Cleveland, posting a 2.72 ERA and 10.4 K/9 in 39 2/3 innings.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Boyd also pitched well in the postseason for the Guardians, allowing one earned run with 14 strikeouts in three outings. </p><p>The Cubs will be the fifth team of Boyd's 10-year career after stops with the Guardians, Detroit Tigers, Seattle Mariners, and Toronto Blue Jays.</p><p>The southpaw will give the Cubs three solid left-handers atop their rotation, joining <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17236" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17236">Shota Imanaga</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10586" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10586">Justin Steele</a>. Right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2918" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2918">Jameson Taillon</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14340" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14340">Javier Assad</a> are expected to round out Chicago's rotation.</p>

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 17: Matthew Boyd #16 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches during Game 3 of the ALCS presented by loanDepot between the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on Thursday, October 17, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Report: Cubs land Boyd with 2-year, $29M deal

Red Bull's Max Verstappen lost pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix after receiving a one-place...

<p>Red Bull's Max Verstappen lost pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix after receiving a one-place grid penalty following a first-place finish in Saturday's qualifying. </p><p>The drivers' champion originally finished ahead of Mercedes' George Russell and the McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Russell will begin in pole position for Sunday's race with Verstappen starting second.</p><p>Verstappen was given the penalty for driving too slow during Q3, which nearly caused a collision between him and Russell. The Mercedes driver described Verstappen's driving as "super dangerous" over team radio.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"Unusually, this incident occurred when neither car was on a push lap. Had Car 63 been on a push lap, the penalty would have most likely been the usual three-grid-position penalty," FIA stewards said, according to <a href="https://x.com/NobleF1/status/1862983031000072490">Autosport's Jon Noble</a>.</p><p>"However, in mitigation of penalty, it was obvious that the driver of Car 63 had clear visibility of Car 1 and that neither car was on a push lap."</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Qatar GP Qualifying" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-tFYb9" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/tFYb9/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="906" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Red Bull and Ferrari are attempting to catch McLaren for the lead in the constructors' championship. McLaren holds a 30-point lead over Ferrari and sits 67 points ahead of Red Bull. </p><p>Mercedes is fourth in the constructor standings with 434 points.</p>

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands drives the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 Honda RBPT during the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024 in Doha, Qatar, on November 30, 2024.

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Nathan Eovaldi is drawing interest from a couple of contenders.  The Atlanta Braves and Baltimore...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2345" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2345">Nathan Eovaldi</a> is drawing interest from a couple of contenders.</p><p>The Atlanta Braves and Baltimore Orioles are interested in the veteran right-hander, according to <a href="https://x.com/jonmorosi/status/1861802040155951385">MLB Network's Jon Morosi</a>.</p><p>The Braves are in need of starting pitching with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4259" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4259">Max Fried</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1117" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1117">Charlie Morton</a> both free agents and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13620" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13620">Spencer Strider</a> not expected to pitch in the early parts of the 2025 campaign after undergoing elbow surgery last April.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Meanwhile, the Orioles would like to fortify a starting rotation that already includes <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5202" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5202">Zach Eflin</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12265" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12265">Grayson Rodriguez</a> but is without <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9580" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9580">Corbin Burnes</a>, who's also a free agent.</p><p>Eovaldi has been a model of consistency over the past four seasons, posting an ERA under 3.87 and throwing over 100 innings in each campaign. He recorded 12 wins, a 3.83 FIP, and 170 2/3 innings pitched with the Texas Rangers in 2024.</p><p>Eovaldi turned down a $20-million player option with the Rangers to become a free agent.</p>

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 29: Nathan Eovaldi #17 of the Texas Rangers plays against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on May 29, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan.

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The Seattle Mariners appear to be looking outside MLB to acquire talent for next season.  Seattle...

<p>The Seattle Mariners appear to be looking outside MLB to acquire talent for next season.</p><p>Seattle is among the teams interested in Korean utility player Hyeseong Kim, according to <a href="https://x.com/jonmorosi/status/1861444170126102727">MLB Network's Jon Morosi</a>.</p><p>Kim, who spent the past six campaigns with the KBO's Kiwoom Heroes, will be posted sometime after Thursday before traveling to the United States to meet with clubs, according to <a href="https://x.com/Jeeho_1/status/1861324023654957204">Jeeho Yoo of Yonhap News</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Seattle's second basemen combined to hit .217/.301/.349 last season, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3558" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3558">Jorge Polanco</a> getting the most reps. The Mariners declined a 2025 club option on Polanco and project to start Ryan Bliss at second.</p><p>Kim owns a .304/.364/.403 slash line in eight KBO seasons, and the 25-year-old can play multiple positions, including second, shortstop, and left field.</p><p> </p>

TOKYO, JAPAN - MARCH 13: Hyeseong Kim #2 of Team Korea hit a sacrifice fly at the top of the 2nd inning during the World Baseball Classic Pool B game between Korea and China at Tokyo Dome on March 13, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan.

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The Toronto Blue Jays might turn to the free-agent market to add some power this offseason.  Toro...

<p>The Toronto Blue Jays might turn to the free-agent market to add some power this offseason.</p><p>Toronto is interested in former Baltimore Orioles outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8303" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8303">Anthony Santander</a>, whom they "badly covet," according to <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2024/11/25/mlb-rumors-juan-soto-latest-news-trade-market/76556552007/">USA Today's Bob Nightengale</a>.</p><p>Santander entered the winter as one of the best sources of power available in free agency after finishing second in the American League with 44 home runs last season. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Blue Jays ranked 26th in round-trippers in 2024 with 156.</p><p>At the GM meetings in early November, general manager Ross Atkins mentioned improving the club in all facets, including its offense.</p><p>"We want to improve our pitching, improve our offense, and build upon a team that we feel is a good one. It's in a good starting position," Atkins <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3120324" href="https://thescore.com/news/3120324">said</a>.</p><p>Santander, 30, fits the description of someone who would help improve the Blue Jays' offense. The Venezuelan has been a force at the dish since his breakout campaign in 2019, hitting 154 homers with a .229 isolated power and 116 wRC+ while playing the bulk of his games in the AL East.</p><p>Toronto is also a serious suitor for free-agent superstar <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a> and has been connected to players such as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/4784" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/4784">Willy Adames</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4259" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4259">Max Fried</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/12593" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/12593">Ha-Seong Kim</a> as it looks to improve on a last-place finish in 2024.</p><p> </p>

ATLANTA, GA MAY 05: Baltimore right fielder Anthony Santander (25) reacts after hitting a grand-slam home run during the MLB game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Atlanta Braves on May 5th, 2023 at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA.

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The Boston Red Sox have strong interest in signing shortstop Willy Adames and have an upcoming me...

<p>The Boston Red Sox have strong interest in signing shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/4784" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/4784">Willy Adames</a> and have an upcoming meeting scheduled with the infielder, according to <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2024/11/25/mlb-rumors-juan-soto-latest-news-trade-market/76556552007/">USA Today's Bob Nightengale</a>.</p><p>Boston is considering shifting <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5400" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5400">Rafael Devers</a> from third base to first to accommodate Adames, who is reportedly willing to play the hot corner instead of shortstop if he gets a good offer from a contender.</p><p>The Red Sox, along with the Atlanta Braves and Toronto Blue Jays, have been connected to Adames for weeks, while Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3125280" href="https://thescore.com/news/3125280">believes</a> the infielder is too pricey for his team to re-sign. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Adames is one of the top free-agent position players available this offseason after he put together a career year in 2024. The 29-year-old hit 32 home runs and 112 RBIs with a .794 OPS, while stealing 21 bags.</p><p>Boston is also considering signing free-agent <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5367" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5367">Alex Bregman</a> or trading for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2381" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2381">Nolan Arenado</a> of the St. Louis Cardinals. </p>

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 28: Willy Adames #27 of the Milwaukee Brewers during the game against the New York Mets at American Family Field on September 28, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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The Colorado Rockies agreed to a one-year contract with infielder Kyle Farmer, the club announced...

<p>The Colorado Rockies agreed to a one-year contract with infielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4499" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4499">Kyle Farmer</a>, the club announced Saturday.</p><p>Farmer's pact is worth $3.25 million but can go up to $4.5 million with incentives, according to <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/1860327136545943963">Jon Heyman of MLB Network</a>.</p><p>The deal also includes a $4-million mutual option in 2026.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kyle Farmer gets a $2.5 million salary from the Rockies in 2025 and a $4 million mutual option for 2026 with $750,000 buyout, making it a $3.25 million total guarantee, per source.</p>— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) <a href="https://twitter.com/Feinsand/status/1860437729818894404?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 23, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The 34-year-old spent the past two seasons with the Minnesota Twins, slashing .240/.308/.387 with 16 home runs, 27 doubles, and 71 RBIs in 227 games. </p><p>Farmer has played seven different positions throughout his career, including pitcher and catcher, with most of his reps coming at shortstop and second base. He could form a double-play combination in Colorado's infield with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13683" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13683">Ezequiel Tovar</a> after the Rockies non-tendered <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5397" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5397">Brendan Rodgers</a> on Friday.</p><p>The eight-year veteran began his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers before stints with the Cincinnati Reds and Twins.</p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 29: Kyle Farmer #12 of the Minnesota Twins throws against the Baltimore Orioles on September 29, 2024 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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The Washington Nationals non-tendered right-handed closer Kyle Finnegan on Friday, the team annou...

<p>The Washington Nationals non-tendered right-handed closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8441" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8441">Kyle Finnegan</a> on Friday, the team announced.</p><p>Finnegan made his first All-Star team last season, posting a 3.68 ERA and a career-high 38 saves in 65 appearances.</p><p>The 33-year-old has pitched well for the Nationals since his 2020 debut. He's authored a 3.56 ERA, 4.24 FIP, and 8.9 K/9 in 291 career outings.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Finnegan was projected to earn $8.6 million through arbitration.</p><p>Washington also non-tendered right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9011" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9011">Tanner Rainey</a>, who posted a 4.76 ERA in 50 outings last season.</p>

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 26: Kyle Finnegan #67 of the Washington Nationals pitches to the Kansas City Royals during the ninth inning at Nationals Park on September 26, 2024 in Washington, DC.

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The Blue Jays non-tendered closer Jordan Romano on Friday, the team announced.  Romano posted a 6...

<p>The Blue Jays non-tendered closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8362" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8362">Jordan Romano</a> on Friday, the team announced.</p><p>Romano posted a 6.59 ERA in 15 appearances last season. The two-time All-Star closer missed the majority of the campaign with an elbow injury that required surgery last August.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlueJays?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BlueJays</a> decision to non-tender Jordan Romano has to be heavily influenced by the health of his elbow, which they know well, and how that projects into 2025.<br><br>Obviously, a healthy Romano is exactly what this bullpen needs. He could still return to Toronto at a different number.</p>— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) <a href="https://twitter.com/KeeganMatheson/status/1860113596396830878?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 23, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The 31-year-old Canadian owns a 2.90 ERA and 11.2 K/9 with 105 saves in six big-league seasons. He was projected to earn $7.75 million through arbitration.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Toronto also non-tendered right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5391" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5391">Dillon Tate</a>, but the team offered all of its other arbitration-eligible players a contract, according to <a href="https://x.com/ShiDavidi/status/1860112444959654043">Sportsnet's Shi Davidi</a>.</p><p><strong>Blue Jays' projected 2025 bullpen</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 29: Jordan Romano #68 of the Toronto Blue Jays reacts after a win over the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on May 29, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

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<p>The St. Louis Cardinals are reportedly speaking with clubs about trading 10-time Gold Glove winner Nolan Arenado, who's 33 years old and coming off his worst offensive campaign since 2013.</p><p>Arenado's track record of success should have teams lining up for his services, but his full no-trade clause and the $74 million remaining on the final three years of his contract ($10 million will be paid by the Colorado Rockies) could limit the number of suitors.</p><p>Here are five potential landing spots for the eight-time All-Star third baseman.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>New York Yankees</h3><p>The Yankees have more needs than just trying to reunite with Juan Soto. </p><p>New York's defensive struggles were exposed during the postseason, and adding Arenado at third base would go a long way toward helping the team take care of the baseball. A left side of the infield featuring Arenado and Anthony Volpe is as good as it gets. Both players ranked in the 95th percentile or better in outs above average last season.</p><p>Adding Arenado would allow Jazz Chisholm to move to his natural position at second base, or he could be deployed in center field depending on what else the Yankees do this winter.</p><p>Arenado wouldn't need to be leaned on offensively in New York, which would allow him to settle in lower in the lineup. While his power has dipped, he doesn't strike out (14.5 K%). Arenado's contract wouldn't be too difficult for the Yankees to absorb, and with three years remaining, he would fit into the window with the rest of the core.</p><h3>Houston Astros</h3><p>Astros general manager Dana Brown has been adamant that re-signing Alex Bregman is his top priority, but the third baseman could price himself out of Houston. </p><p>Bregman's been in talks with the Astros, but if the number is too rich for owner Jim Crane - who has a history of not conceding to the free-agent demands of homegrown players like Carlos Correa - Houston could turn to Arenado instead.</p><p>The Astros are still within their window of contention, so adding a veteran like Arenado if Bregman walks is a must considering Houston's lack of experienced in-house options and the thin crop of free-agent third basemen available outside of Bregman.</p><p>All of Arenado's power goes to the pull side, so playing 81 games hitting into the Crawford Boxes could help his home run totals climb back up.</p><p>Arenado's contract is going to easily be half the price of Bregman's, which would allow the Astros to focus on extending Kyle Tucker.</p><h3>Cincinnati Reds</h3><p>The Reds fell flat after entering 2024 with expectations of taking a step forward. Cincinnati got very little offensive production from the third base position, finishing 26th in wRC+ (74), 29th in fWAR (-1.9), and 24th in OPS (.652).</p><p>Highly touted prospect Noelvi Marte missed the first half of the season due to suspension and struggled upon returning. Marte finished the season with a 49 OPS+ and four home runs while having issues defensively.</p><p>The Reds could use a veteran presence to help stabilize an important position. The Cardinals might not be that keen about trading Arenado to a division rival, but perhaps if the return is good enough and the Reds are willing to take on most, if not all, of the remaining money on his contract. Cincinnati would likely also benefit from a veteran position player in the clubhouse and playing alongside Elly De La Cruz.</p><h3>Seattle Mariners</h3><p>The Mariners are frequently hesitant to take on big salary commitments, but Arenado should be firmly on their radar. Seattle struggled to replace the production at third base after trading Eugenio Suárez to the Arizona Diamondbacks ahead of last season. </p><p>Mariners third basemen were middle of the pack in wRC+ and finished 21st in home runs. Seattle is currently projected to open next season with Josh Rojas manning third base. Rojas is better served as a utility player, with his defensive versatility being more valuable at different positions.</p><p>The Mariners are under enormous pressure to put a disappointing 2024 campaign in the rearview mirror and return to postseason play. T-Mobile Park isn't an ideal offensive environment for any hitter, but adding Arenado to the lineup would provide another capable bat to complement Julio Rodríguez, Cal Raleigh, and Randy Arozarena in the lineup.</p><h3>Toronto Blue Jays</h3><p>It wouldn't be an offseason conversation if the Blue Jays weren't a part of it. Manager John Schneider used a rotating cast of players at third base last season as the Blue Jays had a difficult time replacing the consistent presence of Matt Chapman.</p><p>Ernie Clement is currently penciled in as the everyday third baseman heading into 2025. Clement is a useful player, but his .643 career OPS leaves something to be desired at a position where strong offensive numbers are usually a commodity.</p><p>Yes, Arenado is coming off a down offensive season, but he offers a much higher ceiling than Clement or any other player currently in the Blue Jays system.</p><p>Arenado's elite defensive play would be a welcome addition to a Blue Jays team that became accustomed to Chapman's brilliance at third base during his time in Toronto.</p><p>The window to win is rapidly closing in Toronto, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette just one year away from reaching free agency. Acquiring Arenado might be a bit of a desperation play, but it would be worth it if he can help elevate the Blue Jays back into the postseason mix in the competitive AL East.</p>

MILWAUKEE, WI - MAY 09: St. Louis Cardinals third base Nolan Arenado (28) looks back at the dugout during a game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field on May 9, 2024 in Milwaukee, WI.

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<p>The Chicago Cubs are interested in trading <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4899" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4899">Cody Bellinger</a> this winter, rival executives told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5935761/2024/11/21/blake-snell-free-agency-dodgers-mlb-offseason/">The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal</a>.</p><p>Bellinger is under contract for $27.5 million in 2025, which includes a $5-million buyout, so moving him will be difficult for the Cubs, Rosenthal adds. </p><p>The 2019 National League MVP could be a fit for teams that miss out on signing fellow outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a>, according to Rosenthal, who mentions the New York Yankees as a possible landing spot for Bellinger if Soto doesn't return.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 29-year-old Bellinger opted into his 2025 salary instead of testing the free-agent market after slashing .266/.325/.426 with 18 home runs and 78 RBIs. </p><p>Those numbers were solid but nowhere near as impressive as what Bellinger accomplished in 2023 when he posted an .881 OPS with 26 homers, 97 RBIs, and 20 steals for the Cubs.</p><p>Chicago has been active this offseason after missing the playoffs. The club traded for reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12324" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12324">Eli Morgan</a> and catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8187" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8187">Matt Thaiss</a> while designating former closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9536" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9536">Adbert Alzolay</a> for assignment.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 16: Cody Bellinger #24 of the Chicago Cubs walks back to his dugout against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on April 16, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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<p>New York Yankees captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4773" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4773">Aaron Judge</a> was named American League MVP for the second time in three years.</p><p>Judge beat out Kansas City Royals shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12336" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12336">Bobby Witt Jr.</a> and 2024 teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a> to earn the honor.</p><p>Former Yankees captain Derek Jeter delivered the good news to Judge.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Captain announces that The Captain has won AL MVP 🏆 <a href="https://t.co/El49WEjcfF">pic.twitter.com/El49WEjcfF</a></p>— MLB (@MLB) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLB/status/1859741070214693315?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 21, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Here's how the voting by members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America shook out:</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-sVWrs" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/sVWrs/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="248" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Judge set career highs in a number of categories, including wRC+ (218), fWAR (11.2), batting average (.322), RBIs (144), and OPS (1.159).</p><p>"(Winning MVP is) definitely something you always work hard for in the regular season, to put yourself in this position," Judge said on <a href="https://x.com/MLBNetwork/status/1859736858063766014">MLB Network</a>.</p><p>The slugger continued by praising Soto for getting on base so often, which allowed Judge to have the type of season he had.</p><p>"I wouldn't be here without him," Judge said.</p><p>The 32-year-old Judge finished the campaign with a .322/.458/.701 slash line, 58 home runs, 122 runs scored, 144 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases in 158 games. He also switched positions, appearing in a career-high 105 games in center field after mostly playing in right before 2024. </p><p>"I want to congratulate Aaron on earning this distinguished honor, and I couldn't be happier for such an amazing person and leader," manager Aaron Boone said, according to <a href="https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1859742902630732285">Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News</a>.</p><p>"After having a front-row seat for his 2022 MVP performance, I really couldn't envision a player having a better and more complete baseball season," Boone added. "But that's exactly what he accomplished in 2024. I'm beyond fortunate to be able to manage Aaron, and I look forward to watching him further cement his legacy as one of this generation's greatest players."</p><p>Judge joins Alex Rodriguez, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Yogi Berra, Joe DiMaggio, and Lou Gehrig as the only players in Yankees history to win multiple MVPs.</p><p>He's the second Yankee to unanimously win MVP. Mantle accomplished the feat in 1956.</p>

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees reacts after a grand slam against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium on September 13, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

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<p>The New York Mets signed first baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14416" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14416">Joey Meneses</a> to a minor-league contract, they announced Friday.</p><p>The agreement includes an invitation to big-league spring training. Financials of the pact weren't revealed.</p><p>Meneses, 32, debuted with the Washington Nationals in 2022. He spent three seasons in D.C., slashing .274/.322/.408 with 29 home runs and 165 RBIs in 286 games.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>He struggled to a career-low .593 OPS (70 OPS+) in 76 games last season.</p><p>The Mets are currently projected to start <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9584" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9584">Mark Vientos</a> at first base. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8674" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8674">Pete Alonso</a>, who had manned first for the Mets since 2019, is a free agent.</p><p>New York also announced the signing of catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12392" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12392">Jakson Reetz</a> to a minor-league deal. Reetz, 28, spent most of last season with the Giants' Triple-A affiliate in Sacramento and appeared in six big-league contests for San Francisco.</p>

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 03: Joey Meneses #45 of the Washington Nationals bats against the Cincinnati Reds during the sixth inning at Nationals Park on July 03, 2023 in Washington, DC.

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<p>Boston Red Sox president and CEO Sam Kennedy expects the organization to achieve certain goals in 2025, including winning the American League East division title.</p><p>"Even if it takes us over the CBT (competitive balance tax)," Kennedy said, according to <a href="https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/11/20/sports/red-sox-kennedy-spending-free-agency/?s_campaign=bostonglobesports%3Asocialflow%3Atwitter">The Boston Globe's Michael Silverman</a>.</p><p>"Our priority is 90-95 wins, and winning the American League East, and winning the division for multiple years."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Kennedy confirmed that one player the Red Sox are targeting is superstar free agent <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a>, who Boston reportedly had a positive meeting with last Thursday in California.</p><p>Soto is expected to command a lucrative long-term deal that could last longer than a decade. Kennedy said the Red Sox are prepared to add another contract of that length to a club that already has third baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5400" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5400">Rafael Devers</a> locked up until 2033.</p><p>"Is that possible? If that's what it takes, yeah, absolutely," Kennedy said. "We are investing more than we did last year. We intend to invest going forward.</p><p>"There is an extreme urgency internally to be competing for the American League East championship and to set ourselves up for a deep postseason run in 2025 without question. The goal is to win 90-plus games to not be worrying about a wild-card spot."</p><p>The Red Sox missed the postseason last season and have just one playoff appearance since winning the 2018 World Series.</p>

BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 30: President & CEO Sam Kennedy of the Boston Red Sox addresses the media during an end of season press conference on September 30, 2024 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.

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<p>Atlanta Braves left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1577" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1577">Chris Sale</a> was named the National League Cy Young winner Wednesday.</p><p>Sale secured 26 first-place votes to beat out Philadelphia Phillies right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2917" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2917">Zack Wheeler</a> and Pittsburgh Pirates rookie hurler <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17521" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17521">Paul Skenes</a> as the NL's top pitcher.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-MBLkK" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/MBLkK/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="231" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Sale earned the prestigious honor after winning pitching's Triple Crown. He led the NL in wins (18), ERA (2.38), and strikeouts (225).</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The southpaw and his family were elated following the announcement of his win.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Needless to say the Sale fam was excited 😅<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BravesCountry?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BravesCountry</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ws1ChedjlM">pic.twitter.com/Ws1ChedjlM</a></p>— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) <a href="https://twitter.com/Braves/status/1859381702419714319?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 20, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The 35-year-old Sale is the fifth-oldest pitcher to win a Cy Young and the first Braves hurler to receive the honor since Tom Glavine in 1998. Only five Braves pitchers (Warren Spahn, Glavine, Greg Maddux, John Smoltz, and Sale) have won the award.</p><p>Sale joins Sandy Koufax as the only pitchers to strike out 300 hitters in a season, throw the final pitch in a World Series, win a Triple Crown, and earn a Cy Young Award, according to <a href="https://x.com/OptaSTATS/status/1859379101326336161">Opta Stats</a>.</p><p>He also finished top-five for the Cy Young six times before finally winning one.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Chris Sale had finished top-5 for CYA 6 prior times entering 2024<br><br>That’s the most top-5 finishes by a pitcher before winning his 1st Cy Young<br><br>prior most: 5 by Gerrit Cole, followed by 3 by Dennis Eckersley</p>— Sarah Langs (@SlangsOnSports) <a href="https://twitter.com/SlangsOnSports/status/1859378421375041764?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 20, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The Braves acquired Sale from the Boston Red Sox for infielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13794" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13794">Vaughn Grissom</a> ahead of the 2024 campaign. </p><p>This is the first Cy Young Award of his storied career, which includes eight All-Star Game appearances and a 2018 World Series championship.</p>

ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 26: Chris Sale #51 of Atlanta Braves walks off the mound during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Truist Park on April 26, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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<p>Stephen Vogt of the Cleveland Guardians was named AL Manager of the Year on Tuesday, winning the award in his first year on the job.</p><p>Vogt beat out two other AL Central skippers in the Kansas City Royals' Matt Quatraro and A.J. Hinch of the Detroit Tigers.</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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</table></div></figure><p>Vogt led the Guardians to a 92-69 regular-season record and helped Cleveland advance to the ALCS for the first time since 2016.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"I don't know how to feel right now," Vogt said on <a href="https://x.com/MLBNetworkPR/status/1859017868563935652">MLB Network</a> after receiving the honor, adding, "The players did this. If the players don't do what they're capable of, this wouldn't be possible."</p><p>The 40-year-old, who had never managed before this season, replaced longtime Guardians skipper Terry Francona. He's the fifth-youngest manager to win the award, according to Sarah Langs of MLB.com.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Youngest MOY winners (age by last day of regular season):<br><br>2019 Rocco Baldelli: 38y, 4d<br>1994 Buck Showalter: 38y, 80d<br>1983 Tony La Russa: 38y, 363d<br>2007 Eric Wedge: 39y, 247d<br>2024 Stephen Vogt: 39y, 334d<br><br>h/t <a href="https://twitter.com/EliasSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EliasSports</a></p>— Sarah Langs (@SlangsOnSports) <a href="https://twitter.com/SlangsOnSports/status/1859015634933203125?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 19, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Vogt, who played 10 big-league seasons, retired from playing following the 2022 campaign after hitting a home run in his last MLB at-bat.</p><p> </p><p> </p>

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 12: Stephen Vogt #12 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates after defeating the Detroit Tigers during Game Five of the Division Series at Progressive Field on October 12, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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