There are 29 teams in MLB that are chasing the Los Angeles Dodgers with their pursuits beginning this offseason.
This offseason is headlined by a class of free agents that includes Kyle Tucker, Framber Valdez, Kyle Schwarber (who agreed to a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies), Ranger Suárez, Bo Bichette, Alex Bregman, and Pete Alonso (who agreed to a deal with the Baltimore Orioles).
Beyond these stars, there are dozens of impact players who could be signed for more affordable deals. There are also plenty of options available on the trade block, including Tarik Skubal, Freddy Peralta, Ketel Marte, Brendan Donovan, and Sandy Alcántara.
Who will make the next big move? Where will Tucker sign? Will anybody close the gap on the Dodgers?
Notable MLB offseason trades and free agency signingsDec. 10
Braves agree to deal with Mike Yastremski
The Atlanta Braves hit the free agent market and agreed to a two-year, $23 million deal with outfielder Mike Yastremski, according to FanSided’s Robert Murray.
Orioles sign Pete Alonso
The Orioles shocked the league by winning the Pete Alonso sweepstakes. They reportedly agreed to a five-year, $155 million deal to steal the slugger from the New York Mets.
Dec. 9
Pirates sign Gregory Soto
The Pittsburgh Pirates were reportedly aggressive in Kyle Schwarber’s market, but they whiffed. They added Soto on a one-year, $7.75 million deal, per multiple reports.
Dodgers sign Edwin Diaz
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz ditched the Mets and signed a historic three-year, $69 million deal with the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers add Diaz to a bullpen that features Tanner Scott at the backend of games.
Phillies sign Kyle Schwarber
The Phillies prioritized Kyle Schwarber and brought him home on a five-year, $150 million deal. Schwarber also received offers from the Cincinnati Reds, Baltimore Orioles, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
Red Sox trade Vaughn Grissom to the Angels
Vaughn Grissom was acquired in the trade that sent Chris Sale to the Atlanta Braves, but this time, Grissom was traded from the Red Sox to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for outfielder Isaiah Jackson.
Dec. 8
Rays sign Steven Matz
The Rays added Steven Matz from the Red Sox in free agency on a two-year deal, per multiple reports.
Diamondbacks sign Michael Soroka
The Diamondbacks kicked off their offseason by agreeing to a one-year deal with free agent pitcher Michael Soroka.
Dec. 6
Nationals trade Jose Ferrer to the Mariners for Harry Ford, Isaac Lyon
The Mariners made a bit of a shocking move as they traded top catching prospect Harry Ford and minor leaguer Isaac Lyon to the Washington Nationals in exchange for pitcher Jose Ferrer.
Dec. 4
Pirates trade Johan Oviedo to Red Sox
The Red Sox acquired pitcher Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates in a huge five-player trade, per both teams involved. The return to the Pirates was headlined by outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia.
Dec. 3
Rays sign Cedric Mullins
Veteran outfielder Cedric Mullins agreed to a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Rays after spending the second half of the season with the Mets.
Reds re-sign Emilio Pagan
The Cincinnati Reds were able to re-sign closer Emilio Pagan after Pagan put together a solid campaign in the Queen City this year, per multiple reports.
Dodgers re-sign Miguel Rojas
The Dodgers re-signed World Series star Miguel Rojas a month after he clubbed a game-tying home run in Game 7. This is reportedly set to be Rojas’ final season before retirement.
Giants sign Sam Hentges
Reliever Sam Hentges agreed to a one-year, $1.4 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, per multiple reports.
White Sox sign Anthony Kay
Pitcher Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox agreed to a two-year deal worth $12 million, per multiple sources. There’s a club option for the third season of Kay’s deal.
Dec. 2
Blue Jays sign Cody Ponce
The Blue Jays added veteran pitcher Cody Ponce on a three-year, $30 million deal after the righty won KBO MVP last season.
Astros sign Ryan Weiss
The Houston Astros and former KBO pitcher Ryan Weiss agreed on a one-year, $2.6 million deal, per multiple sources.
Angels sign Alek Manoah
The Los Angeles Angels signed right-handed pitcher Alek Manoah to a one-year deal. Manoah was an All-Star in 2022, but struggled over the last three years.
Dec. 1
Mets sign Devin Williams
Former Yankees pitcher Devin Williams agreed to a solid three-year deal with the crosstown rival New York Mets, according to multiple sources.
Nov. 29
Orioles sign Ryan Helsley
Former Mets pitcher Ryan Helsley signed a two-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles after half a season in Queens. Helsley has an opt-out after the first year of his new contract.
Nov. 26
Blue Jays sign Dylan Cease
The Toronto Blue Jays and ace Dylan Cease agreed to a massive seven-year, $210 million deal. Cease is the first big-name free agent to sign for over $150 million this offseason.
Nov. 25
Red Sox acquire Sonny Gray from the Cardinals in a trade
The Red Sox added the reliable veteran pitcher they needed in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. Boston acquired Sonny Gray in a trade that sent a few prospects back to St. Louis.
Nov. 23
Mets trade Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers for Marcus Semien
The New York Mets swapped fan favorite outfielder Brandon Nimmo for Texas Rangers infielder Marcus Semien. Both teams moved in a new direction with reliable big leaguers.
Nov. 21
Cubs sign Phil Maton
The Chicago Cubs signed reliever Phil Maton to a one-year deal after the veteran split time with the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers last season.
Giants acquire Joey Wiemer from the Marlins
The San Francisco Giants acquired outfielder Joey Wiemer from the Miami Marlins in exchange for cash.
Giants sign JT Brubaker
The Giants agreed to a one-year deal with pitcher JT Brubaker, per multiple sources.
Diamondbacks sign James McCann
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed veteran catcher James McCann to a one-year, $2.75 million contract.
Nov. 19
Braves acquire Mauricio Dubon from the Astros
The Houston Astros sent Mauricio Dubon to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for infielder Nick Allen.
Braves re-sign Raisel Iglesias
Following a down year with the Atlanta Braves, closer Raisel Iglesias agreed to a one-year, $16 million deal to remain with the team next season.
Nov. 18
Orioles acquire Taylor Ward from the Angels
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a shocking trade with the Los Angeles Angels that sent Grayson Rodriguez to Los Angeles in exchange for outfielder Taylor Ward.
Trent Grisham accepts qualifying offer with the Yankees
The Yankees were able to retain Trent Grisham on the $22.025 million qualifying offer as Cody Bellinger’s fate hangs in the balance.
Gleyber Torres accepts qualifying offer with the Tigers
The Tigers retained Gleyber Torres on the qualifying offer after a solid first year with the team last season.
Shota Imanaga accepts qualifying offer with the Cubs
The Cubs were able to retain Shota Imanaga on the qualifying offer after he opted out of his contract with the team weeks prior.
Brandon Woodruff accepts qualifying offer with the Brewers
Brandon Woodruff shockingly accepted the qualifying offer from the Brewers, worth $22.025 million for next season.
Nov. 17
Yankees re-sign Ryan Yarbrough
Left-handed reliever Ryan Yarbrough agreed on a one-year deal to return to the Yankees after an American League Division Series exit this year.
Nov. 16
Mariners re-sign Josh Naylor
Slugger Josh Naylor and the Seattle Mariners agreed on a five-year, $92.5 million deal that sent the slugger back to Seattle. Naylor was a crucial piece of the puzzle for Seattle’s push to the American League Division Series last season.
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