Juan Soto signing with the Mets led to Cody Bellinger being traded to the Yankees. The Yankees are set to have a meeting with Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, who is considered one of the top free agents and will not sign until January 15, 2025. Sasaki, known for his upper-90s fastball and impressive secondary pitches, will be limited to a minor-league contract due to international bonus pool restrictions. Sasaki is unable to secure a lucrative contract like Yamamoto, evening the financial opportunities in his free agency. Nolan Arenado has prevented a trade to the Astros with his no-trade clause, negotiations are ongoing.
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The Washington Nationals traded lefty reliever Robert Garcia to the Texas Rangers for first baseman Nathaniel Lowe, a former Silver Slugger and Gold Glove Award recipient. Lowe, who won't be a free agent until 2026, brings a solid offensive and defensive presence to the Nationals lineup, which ranked low in runs scored and wRC+ last season. In addition to acquiring Lowe, the Rangers also added reliever Jake Burger earlier in the offseason, freeing up funds...
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