MLB Offseason Moves: Free Agency Tracker Updates
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The MLB offseason is in full swing with notable trades and signings reshaping team rosters. According to ESPN, Kyle Schwarber returns to the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year deal worth $150 million.
Meanwhile, Pete Alonso is finalizing a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles. The Chicago Cubs are making moves as well, agreeing to terms with first baseman Tyler Austin on a one-year deal and left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar also on a one-year contract.
The Boston Red Sox traded Luis Perales to the Washington Nationals for Jake Bennett, both of whom are recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Atlanta Braves are actively re-signing key players, including closer Robert Suarez on a three-year, $45 million deal, and shortstop Ha-Seong Kim on a one-year, $20 million contract.
The Detroit Tigers secured reliever Kenley Jansen on a one-year contract, adding to their bullpen depth. In other moves, the Texas Rangers re-signed Andrew Velazquez to a minor league deal, and the Seattle Mariners signed outfielder Brennen Davis to a minor league contract, hoping to revitalize his potential.
The New York Mets have also been busy, agreeing to a three-year contract with reliever Devin Williams worth over $50 million. These transactions signal a competitive landscape as teams gear up for the 2026 season, with many aiming to contend after a successful World Series run by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The offseason is a critical period for teams to re-evaluate their rosters and strategize for the upcoming challenges in baseball.