2025 MLB free-agent signing tracker, trades: Pirates sign LHP Andrew Heaney
MLB free agency is here! Here are the latest notable signings, trades and the top remaining free agents across the league.FEBRUARY 21
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Diamondbacks, shortstop Geraldo Perdomo agree to $45 million, 4-year deal that starts in 2026
Slick-fielding shortstop Geraldo Perdomo has agreed to a $45 million, four-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks that begins in 2026FEBRUARY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Alex Bregman and Red Sox agree to $120 million, 3-year contract, AP source says
Alex Bregman and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a $120 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the deal tells The Associated PressFEBRUARY 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mets finalize Pete Alonso deal and re-sign injured reliever Drew Smith
Pete Alonso and the New York Mets have finalized their $54 million, two-year contract on the same day spring training opened with the team’s first formal workout for pitchers and c...FEBRUARY 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ex-Mets GM takes a firm stance on Christian Walker vs. Pete Alonso debate MLB's Top 100 Players Right Now ranked Christian Walker No. 48 above Pete Alonso (No. 49) in the list, leading one former GM to give his ver...
FEBRUARY 6 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Pete Alonso stays with Mets on 2-year, $54 million deal after lingering on market
First baseman Pete Alonso, nicknamed the Polar Bear, is staying with the New York Mets on a new two-year deal.FEBRUARY 6
Pete Alonso stays with Mets, agreeing to $54 million, 2-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that first baseman Pete Alonso is staying with the New York Mets, agreeing to a $54 million, two-year contractFEBRUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Astros will retire Billy Wagner's No. 13 in honor of his induction into Hall of Fame
Houston Astros all-time saves leader Billy Wagner will have his jersey number retiredFEBRUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reds HOFer predicts Christian Walker's impact on Astros after $60,000,000 move, spotlights defensive stat blowing Anthony Rizzo, Paul Goldschmidt away Among the most sought-after free agents entering this offseason was Christian Walker, who eventually signed a three-year, $60 million deal w...
JANUARY 29 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Alex Bregman's door to re-sign with Astros is 'cracked' open, general manager says
Houston general manager Dana Brown says the door for re-signing free agent Alex Bregman is “cracked” open, but he acknowledges keeping the third baseman with the Astros would be a...JANUARY 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Astros sign 1B Christian Walker to 3-year deal The Houston Astros found the slugging first baseman they desired, landing Christian Walker on a three-year contract, the team announced Mond...
DECEMBER 27, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Christian Walker opens up about decision to sign with Houston Astros for $60,000,000 First baseman Christian Walker explained his decision to sign for the Houston Astros ahead of the 2025 season.
DECEMBER 24, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Houston Astros welcome 1B Christian Walker to team; say negotiations with Bregman stalled
The Astros welcomed first baseman Christian Walker to the team in one of two moves that almost certainly marks the end of Alex Bregman’s time in HoustonDECEMBER 23, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Astros sign 1B Christian Walker to 3-year deal The Houston Astros found the slugging first baseman they desired, landing Christian Walker on a three-year contract, the team announced Mond...
DECEMBER 23, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
D-backs acquire 1B Josh Naylor from Guardians, who fill gap by adding Carlos Santana, AP source says
The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired All-Star first baseman Josh Naylor on Saturday in a trade that sent right-handed pitcher Slade Cecconi to the Cleveland GuardiansDECEMBER 21, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Astros Predicted To Cut Ties With $43 Million Legend After Signing Christian Walker The Houston Astros will need to cut ties with some players, including Justin Verlander, following the $60 million signing of first baseman C...
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Christian Walker agrees to $60 million, 3-year contract with Astros, AP source says
A a person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Gold Glove first baseman Christian Walker and the Houston Astros have agreed to a $60 million, three-year...DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Agrees to deal with Houston The Astros agreed to terms on a three-year, $60 million contract with Walker on Friday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.
Impact The Astros have their first baseman, which means Isaac Paredes will play third base and Alex Bregman is likely to sign somewhere else. Walker, who turns 34 in March, is the premier defensive first baseman in the game, having won three straight Gold Gloves and boasting the defensive metrics to match. He's also averaged 31.7 home runs over the last three seasons and should provide a boost in the middle of the Astros' lineup, provided he doesn't experience a steep aging curve like Jose Abreu.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Soto's record $765 million, 15-year contract with Mets reverberates through Major League Baseball
Juan Soto’s record $765 million, 15-year contract with the New York Mets, the largest and longest deal in baseball history, has reverberated across the winter meetingsDECEMBER 10, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Diamondbacks' $66 Million Christian Walker Linked To Signing With Hated AL Contender Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker has continued to be linked to the New York Yankees this winter.
DECEMBER 2, 2024 • SACBEE.COM
MLB analyst compares Juan Soto to Barry Bonds, calling free agent super dangerous; names Anthony Santander, and Christian Walker as backup options MLB analyst Dave Sims, who replaced John Sterling as WFAN’s Yankees play-by-play voice, participated in a Q&A with The Post columnist Steve...
DECEMBER 2, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Juan Soto could decide on his next team this weekend
Juan Soto appears on a timetable to decide on where to sign either before or during baseball’s winter meetings in Dallas, which start Sunday and run until Dec. 12NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Stiff-arms qualifying offer Walker rejected the Diamondbacks' one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer Tuesday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.
Impact If Walker departs via free agency, the Diamondbacks will be in line to receive a draft pick in return. The veteran first baseman slashed .251/.335/.468 with 26 home runs over 130 contests this season while winning a third straight Gold Glove.
NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Nick Martinez only free agent to accept among 13 given $21.05 million qualifying offers
Pitcher Nick Martinez was the only free agent to accept among 13 players given $21.05 million qualifying offers from their former clubsNOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Diamondbacks Could Consider Reunion With Hall Of Famer To Replace Christian Walker The Arizona Diamondbacks may lose their star first baseman Christian Walker this winter, but the most obvious replacement is staring them in...
NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
