And just like that, the 2024-25 MLB offseason is underway! A trade has already occurred just one day after the Los Angeles Dodgers lifted the World Series trophy high. This winter, the spotlight will shine on the top free agent, young powerhouse Juan Soto. However, he isn’t the only player who might make a sizable […]
And just like that, the 2024-25 MLB offseason is underway! A trade has already occurred just one day after the Los Angeles Dodgers lifted the World Series trophy high.
This winter, the spotlight will shine on the top free agent, young powerhouse Juan Soto. However, he isn’t the only player who might make a sizable impact in free agency.
Which teams will commit fully to chase a 2025 World Series championship? What about other prominent free agents like Corbin Burnes, Pete Alonso, and Alex Bregman? And which teams will engage in trades and deals that ignite excitement?
Below, you’ll find a continuous update of significant transactions and news from the MLB offseason.
Key MLB offseason transactions
Dec. 7
Giants and Adames reach 7 years, $182M agreement
Shortstop Willy Adames has reached a deal with the San Francisco Giants for a seven-year, $182 million contract, marking the largest investment in the franchise’s history, sources informed ESPN on Saturday.Detail | Analysis
Orioles sign O’Neill
Outfielder Tyler O’Neill has agreed to a three-year, $49.5 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles, as reported by a source to ESPN, addressing a gap left by the free agent departure of slugger Anthony Santander. Detail | Analysis
Dec. 6
Mets sign Holmes as starting pitcher
The right-hander Clay Holmes has signed a three-year, $38 million contract with the New York Mets, which includes an opt-out option following the second year, confirmed sources to ESPN’s Jeff Passan on Friday evening.Detail | Analysis
Rays secure Jansen as catcher
Catcher Danny Jansen has finalized a one-year, $8.5 million deal with the Tampa Bay Rays, which includes a mutual option for an additional season, sources have informed ESPN.
Dec. 5
A’s ink Severino to franchise-record contract
Pitcher Luis Severino has come to terms with the Athletics on a three-year, $67 million deal, which marks the largest guaranteed contract in the franchise’s history, as per sources to ESPN. Detail| Analysis
Dec. 3
Red Sox bolster bullpen with Chapman
The left-handed reliever Aroldis Chapman has reached an agreement with the Boston Red Sox on a one-year, $10.75 million contract, pending a physical examination, sources have disclosed to ESPN. Detail| Analysis
Dec. 2
Cubs acquire pitcher Boyd on two-year contract
The Chicago Cubs have made a significant offseason move by signing Matthew Boyd to a two-year, $29 million contract, confirmed sources to ESPN.Detail | Analysis
Mets enhance rotation with Montas acquisition
The right-handed pitcher Frankie Montas has signed a two-year, $34 million contract with the New York Mets, sources informed ESPN.Detail| Analysis
