Rare Yankees-Red Sox trade stirs Hot Stove

December 6, 2023
by RJ Hamster

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‘Trickle-down effect’ stalls market, but action imminent

Today’s the last day of the Winter Meetings and, while we’ve started to see some player movement, executives are speculating that most everything hinges on the fall of the biggest domino, Shohei Ohtani.

Guardians win Draft Lottery, securing next year’s top pick

With just the ninth-highest chance of winning the No. 1 pick, at 2.0 percent, Cleveland will make the initial selection in the Draft for the first time.

Yankees land Verdugo in 4-player trade with Red Sox

In a rare deal between rivals, the Yankees acquired outfielder Alex Verdugo from the Red Sox for a trio of pitchers.

Shhh! Jays kept Ohtani chase quiet by design

Standing in the eye of the biggest, boldest pursuit in franchise history, the Blue Jays aren’t saying a word. Even the name “Shohei Ohtani” is spoken carefully.

Yanks in pursuit of ‘really special’ Yamamoto

The Yankees have closely monitored Yoshinobu Yamamoto for so long that there are no remaining secrets about the standout right-hander. They know what to expect and are convinced he will be a top-flight ace anywhere he goes.

Dodgers met with Ohtani, Roberts confirms: ‘Our top priority’

Though Los Angeles has long been considered the industry favorites to land Ohtani, an admission of a meeting counts as a stunning surprise in this secretive process.

White Sox agree to deal with RHP Fedde, the ’23 KBO MVP (source)

Chicago has agreed to terms on a two-year deal with free agent pitcher Erick Fedde, who spent six years with the Nationals before pitching in Korea last season.

Pirates add to rotation by landing Gonzales from Braves

The Pirates took a step to address their starting pitching needs by acquiring veteran left-hander Marco Gonzales from Atlanta for a player to be named later.

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Hall of Fame to honor Negro Leagues with East-West Classic

A tribute to the Negro Leagues All-Star Game is coming to Cooperstown during Memorial Day weekend. The inaugural matchup will coincide with the opening of the Hall’s new exhibit honoring Black baseball.

‘Strong possibility’ Holliday makes O’s Opening Day roster

Jackson Holliday, the No. 1 prospect in baseball, will go to Spring Training with a real opportunity to reach the Majors less than two years after being drafted first overall, GM Mike Elias said.

Notable trades between Yankees & Red Sox

Just how rare is a swap between the two sides? Last night’s deal sending outfielder Alex Verdugo from Boston to New York was just the eighth trade between the Yanks and Sox since 1969.

A manager and a friend: Verlander, Miggy honor Leyland

Justin Verlander and Miguel Cabrera — who are likely Cooperstown-bound themselves — praised Jim Leyland following his election to the Hall of Fame.

Justin Verlander and Jim Leyland with the Tigers

Names to watch in the Rule 5 Draft

With the Rule 5 Draft beginning at 2 p.m. ET today, MLB Pipeline talked to a number of front office executives and evaluators about potential selections and found that several names are generating interest.

Seven prospects who could be taken in the Rule 5 Draft

MLB Network has Winter Meetings covered

Tune in to MLB Tonight for all of the latest rumors and analysis from Nashville, live at 3 and 6 p.m. ET, plus whenever news breaks.

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