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Mike McCarthy and Sean McVay after the Rams' 13–12 exhibition win over the Cowboys on Aug. 11, 2024.

Cowboys, Warriors, Rams Lead Forbes List of World's Most Valuable Sports Franchises

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Mike McCarthy and Sean McVay after the Rams' 13–12 exhibition win over the Cowboys on Aug. 11, 2024.

Cowboys, Warriors, Rams Lead Forbes List of World's Most Valuable Sports Franchises

Did your team(s) make the list?

Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker is greeted in the dugout after scoring a run.

Astros Turned Down Phillies' Offer for Kyle Tucker Involving Two Former All-Stars

Houston was looking for more than Philadelphia was putting on the table.

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo delivers a pitch against the Oakland Athletics.

Hot Market for Starting Pitching Has Mariners Taking Calls for Luis Castillo

Luis Castillo could be on the move.

Dylan Cease went 14-11 with a 3.47 ERA, a 1.07 WHIP and 224 strikeouts for the Padres in 2024.

Padres 'Listening' to Trade Offers for Several Impact Players

The Padres are discussing trades for Dylan Cease, Luis Arraez and Xander Bogaerts.

HEADLINES

Cohen, left, and Soto shake hands at Thursday’s introductory press conference.

Juan Soto Addition Signals It’s Time to Take the Mets Seriously

Former New York Yankees teammates Aaron Judge and Juan Soto

Juan Soto Is Still Friends With Aaron Judge Despite Awkward Departure From Yankees

Steve Cohen, David Stearns, Juan Soto and Scott Boras at the Mets' press conference introducing Soto on Dec. 12, 2024.

Scott Boras Deflected Question About Juan Soto's Other Suitors As Only He Can

Juan Soto during a press conference on Dec. 12, 2024.

Juan Soto Says Yankees Fans Still 'Have a Spot in My Heart' Despite Deal With Mets

Juan Soto shakes hands with team owner Steve Cohen at introductory press conference.

Mets Owner Steve Cohen Has a Bold Goal to Start the Juan Soto Era

Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets.

Juan Soto Reveals the Simple Reason He Chose the Mets in Free Agency

Juan Soto is introduced as a member of the New York Mets for the first time.

Juan Soto Makes Stunning Admission About Relationship With Ex-Yankees Teammates

Travis Kelce throws out the first pitch before the Guardians' 5–3 loss to the Mariners on April 7, 2023.

Juan Soto's Record-Setting Contract With Mets Blows Jason and Travis Kelce's Minds

Aaron Judge drops a flyball during the Yankees' 7–6 loss to the Dodgers in Game 5 of the World Series on Oct. 30, 2024.

Dodgers Auctioning Off Ball Aaron Judge Dropped in Game 5 of the 2024 World Series

The Orioles are making significant changes to Camden Yards.

Orioles GM Gave Hilariously Honest Reason for Changing Camden Yards Outfield Distance

Sabathia pitches in the 2017 ALCS.

CC Sabathia Is the Best Hope to End a Long Hall of Fame Dry Spell for Starting Pitchers

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) throws a third inning pitch against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

NL Team Now 'Heavy Favorites' to Sign Corbin Burnes

Alonso hit .240 with 34 home runs and 88 RBIs for the Mets during the 2024 season.

Pete Alonso Not Garnering Much Interest in Free Agency

Crochet struck out 209 batters in 146 innings in 2024.

MLB Trade Grades: Red Sox Gamble On Garrett Crochet

Tucker has spent his entire career in Houston, and has made the All-Star team the past three seasons.

Winter Meetings Notes: Kyle Tucker Is the Next Big Trade Candidate

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Fried is headed to the Bronx after eight seasons with the Braves.

Hot Stove Takes: Max Fried Gives Yankees Elite Rotation, Opens Trade Possibilities

The White Sox entered the winter meetings expecting to trade Crochet by the end of the week.

Winter Meetings Rumors: Roki Sasaki Signing Timeline, Garrett Crochet Asking Price

Roki Sasaki made a huge impression with his electric performance during Japan's run to the 2023 World Baseball Classic title.

Roki Sasaki Nears Lifelong MLB Dream As Free Agency Sweepstakes Begin

Cashman said Monday that the Yankees won’t act like “drunken sailors” after failing to sign Soto.

Finding the Yankees’ Potential Plan B After Losing the Juan Soto Sweepstakes

Stearns isn’t ready to talk about the Mets’ reported signing of Juan Soto.

The Art of Avoiding the Elephant in the Room

Allen (left) and Parker were voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Era Committee on Sunday.

Though Long Overdue, Dick Allen and Dave Parker Fittingly Enter Hall of Fame Together

Soto logged a career-high 7.9 WAR last year.

Steve Cohen Was Never Going to Lose the Biggest Auction in Sports History

Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets.

With Juan Soto On Board, Mets Must Build a Powerhouse

Soto’s signing marks a major win for the Mets and a devastating loss for the Yankees.

Hot Stove Takes: Juan Soto’s Record-Breaking Deal Isn’t Just About the Money

Soto is headed to Queens after spending a season in the Bronx.

Juan Soto’s Self-Confidence Pays Off With Record MLB Contract

In Adames, the Giants signed arguably the biggest free agent infielder on the market.

Hot Stove Takes: Giants Make Big Splash With Willy Adames Signing

Buehler clinched the Dodgers’ first World Series title in a full season since 1988.

Best 2024 Moments: Walker Buehler Craved the Lasting Image of World Series Glory

Severino helped the Mets reach last season’s NL championship series to rebound from an awful 2023 campaign with the Yankees.

Hot Stove Takes: Luis Severino Signing Marks an Abrupt, Calculated Shift for A’s

Severino made a full season’s worth of starts in 2024 for the first time in six years.

Luis Severino Signing Reflects Sudden Pressure Surrounding A’s

Hernández is the Mariners’ all-time leader in WAR (49.7) among pitchers.

Is King Félix’s Career-Long Seattle Reign Long Enough for the Hall of Fame?

Aug 14, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a New York Yankees hat and glove on the bench against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Yankees Land Brewers Two-Time All-Star In Blockbuster Trade With Milwaukee

Oct 17, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Andres Gimenez (0) throws to first for an out during the first inning against the New York Yankees in game 3 of the American League Championship Series at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Guardians Brutally Ripped for Controversial Decision

Time to grade how the Braves did at the winter meetings

Grading Atlanta Braves Winter Meetings Moves

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Neftali Feliz (30) pitches during the game against the Cleveland Indians at Globe Life Park in Arlington. The Indians defeated the Rangers 10-8 in 2015.

Seattle Mariners Sign Former Rookie of the Year Who Hasn't Seen MLB Action Since 2021

Sep 15, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (21) is greeted in the dugout after scoring a run during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.

Phillies Reportedly Offered Nick Castellanos, Alec Bohm For Astros' Kyle Tucker

Jul 6, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty (22) throws a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images

Ex-Cardinals' Jack Flaherty Predicted To Sign $72 Million Deal With AL West Club

Aug 12, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A Chicago Cubs helmet rests on the dugout during a MLB game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Why Cubs $85 Million Slugger Would Be Perfect Royals Blockbuster Trade Addition

Sep 28, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Andrew Heaney (44) pitches during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Texas Rangers free agent pitcher could be a great fit for the Athletics

New York Mets third baseman David Wright (5) waves to the crowd after a game against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field in 2018.

New York Mets to Retire David Wright's No. 5 in 2025 Season