Some teams are considering using Jeff Hoffman as a starter, but he is more likely to sign as a reliever. Roki Sasaki and his parent team could lose out on a significant amount of money if he is posted this offseason. Alex Bregman underwent elbow surgery but is expected to be ready for spring training. Ha-Seong Kim’s agent says he will be ready near the start of the season despite injury concerns. Mason Miller will not be moving to the rotation for the Athletics. Andrés Giménez could play some shortstop for the Guardians next season. Jackson Holliday made a successful toe tap adjustment for the Orioles. Jasson Domínguez is not guaranteed an outfield spot with the Yankees next season. The Yankees are considering internal options like Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Caleb Durbin for second base, while Ben Rice could be a solution at first base. The GM is considering Alex Rice as a potential solution at first base with Anthony Rizzo being a free agent. Willson Contreras is moving to first base for the Cardinals, and he and Sonny Gray will not waive their no-trade clauses. Lars Nootbaar, Jordan Walker, and Michael Siani are expected to be the main outfielders for the Cardinals. The Cubs will be getting health checkups for Ben Brown and Cade Horton. Shohei Ohtani may not be ready to pitch at the start of the season for the Dodgers, and the team expects him to run less. Tony Gonsolin, Tyler Glasnow, and Dustin May should be healed and options for the Dodgers’ rotation. The Dodgers plan to use a six-man rotation next season. Mookie Betts may be shifting to the infield, allowing Dalton Rushing to start in the outfield. Nick Frasso and Walker Buehler are making progress for the Dodgers. Tyler Fitzgerald is not expected to play shortstop for the Giants next season. In discussions regarding the Mets’ center field situation, Tyrone Taylor is currently the top option with Harrison Bader becoming a free agent. Brandon Nimmo shifted to left field to improve defense, while Taylor is being considered for playing time. Ronny Mauricio’s knee recovery is progressing slowly, with no baseball activities yet. Brett Baty impressed by playing second base in Triple A and may also see time in the outfield. Kris Bryant will have checkups with the Rockies to monitor his back healing progress over the offseason.
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The Tampa Bay Rays have traded for infielder Tristan Gray from the Chicago White Sox, receiving cash considerations in return. Gray, who previously played for the Rays in 2023, has limited MLB experience but impressive Triple-A stats, hitting .270/.333/.472 in 282 plate appearances with Charlotte, adding depth to the Rays' infield ahead of the trade deadline. Want More Context? 🔎
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