The Major League Baseball (MLB) offseason concluded with significant team transactions and player movements across the league. Key highlights included the Los Angeles Dodgers securing Kyle Tucker on a four-year, $240 million deal and Edwin DĂaz, while the Toronto Blue Jays added pitchers Dylan Cease, Cody Ponce, Tyler Rogers, and third baseman Kazuma Okamoto. The New York Mets experienced a transformative offseason, seeing departures of fan favorites but making strong additions.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made a significant splash, securing Kyle Tucker on a four-year, $240 million deal and adding closer Edwin DĂaz to their roster.
League-Wide Trends
Notable free agents like Framber Valdez and Zac Gallen remain unsigned, indicating some continued market activity. Teams conducted record-breaking deals and strategic trades to bolster their rosters for the upcoming 2025 season, emphasizing competitive efforts across the league.
National League East
Atlanta Braves
The Braves fortified their bullpen by signing Robert Suarez and re-signing Raisel Iglesias. They also signed Ha-Seong Kim (short-term injury), Mike Yastrzemski, Mauricio DubĂłn, and Jorge Mateo to enhance their bench depth. Walt Weiss was hired as manager.
Miami Marlins
The Marlins focused on acquiring prospects, including Owen Caissie and Dillon Lewis, in trades for pitchers Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers. They also signed Pete Fairbanks and Christopher Morel to bolster their roster.
New York Mets
The Mets had a transformative offseason, acquiring Bo Bichette, Devin Williams, Jorge Polanco, and Luke Weaver via free agency. Trades brought in Marcus Semien, Luis Robert Jr., Freddy Peralta, and Tobias Myers, significantly rebuilding the team's lineup and pitching rotation.
Philadelphia Phillies
The Phillies retained key players Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto. They signed Adolis GarcĂa, Brad Keller, and Zach Pop, and made trades to acquire several promising pitching prospects.
Washington Nationals
Under new front office leadership, the Nationals acquired prospects Harry Ford and Luis Perales via trades. A separate trade with the Rangers landed Gavin Fien and four other prospects, signaling a focus on future talent.
National League Central
Chicago Cubs
The Cubs were active, signing Alex Bregman, Phil Maton, Hunter Harvey, Hoby Milner, Caleb Thielbar, and Jacob Webb. They acquired Edward Cabrera via trade, and Shota Imanaga accepted a qualifying offer, strengthening their rotation.
Cincinnati Reds
The Reds bolstered their bullpen and outfield depth by signing Eugenio Suárez, Emilio Pagán, Caleb Ferguson, JJ Bleday, and Pierce Johnson.
Milwaukee Brewers
The Brewers traded Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers to the Mets for Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams. They signed Akil Baddoo, and Brandon Woodruff accepted a qualifying offer. They also acquired Angel Zerpa.
Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pirates acquired Brandon Lowe and Jhostynxon Garcia via trades, enhancing their offensive capabilities. They also signed Ryan O’Hearn and Gregory Soto.
St. Louis Cardinals
The Cardinals underwent a significant shift, dealing veterans Sonny Gray, Willson Contreras, and Nolan Arenado, focusing on acquiring young pitching prospects like Brandon Clarke. Chaim Bloom was promoted to president of baseball operations.
National League West
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks re-signed Merrill Kelly and traded for Nolan Arenado and Josh Grosz. They further strengthened their team by signing Michael Soroka and James McCann.
Colorado Rockies
The Rockies appointed Paul DePodesta as president of baseball operations and Josh Byrnes as general manager. They added bench depth with Jake McCarthy, Edouard Julien, and Willi Castro, and signed Michael Lorenzen.
Los Angeles Dodgers
In addition to their major signings mentioned earlier, the Dodgers signed Miguel Rojas and Andy Ibañez. They also acquired Adriano Marrero, continuing to fine-tune their roster.
San Diego Padres
The Padres re-signed starting pitcher Michael King and signed Kyle Hart and Sung Mun Song. Craig Stammen was hired as manager.
San Francisco Giants
The Giants were busy, signing Tyler Mahle, Sam Hentges, Adrian Houser, Jason Foley, Harrison Bader, and Luis Arraez. They acquired Logan Martin and international bonus pool money through trades, and Tony Vitello was hired as manager.
American League East
Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles made significant additions, signing Pete Alonso and Ryan Helsley. They acquired Taylor Ward and Shane Baz through trades, and also added Zach Eflin, Andrew Kittredge, and Leody Taveras.
Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox signed Ranger Suárez and acquired Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras via trades. They also brought in Johan Oviedo, Tyler Samaniego, and Jake Bennett.
New York Yankees
The Yankees re-signed Cody Bellinger, with Trent Grisham accepting a qualifying offer. They acquired Ryan Weathers and signed Ryan Yarbrough, Amed Rosario, and Paul Blackburn.
Tampa Bay Rays
The Rays engaged in numerous trades, acquiring a quantity of prospects. They signed Jake Fraley, Cedric Mullins, and Steven Matz, focusing on stadium initiatives over significant payroll additions this offseason.
Toronto Blue Jays
The Blue Jays signed Dylan Cease, Kazuma Okamoto, Tyler Rogers, and Cody Ponce. They also acquired Chase Lee to bolster their pitching staff.
American League Central
Chicago White Sox
The White Sox signed Munetaka Murakami, Anthony Kay, Sean Newcomb, Seranthony DomĂnguez, and Austin Hays. They traded Luis Robert Jr. for Luisangel Acuña and Truman Pauley, and acquired Jordan Hicks, David Sandlin, and Chris Murphy.
Cleveland Guardians
The Guardians extended JosĂ© RamĂrez and added bullpen depth with Colin Holderman, Connor Brogdon, and Shawn Armstrong.
Detroit Tigers
The Tigers re-signed Gleyber Torres (who accepted a qualifying offer) and Kyle Finnegan. They also signed Kenley Jansen and Drew Anderson, and acquired Johan Simon.
Kansas City Royals
The Royals extended Maikel Garcia and manager Matt Quatraro. They improved outfield depth with Lane Thomas and Isaac Collins, and boosted their bullpen with Matt Strahm.
Minnesota Twins
The Twins signed Josh Bell, Victor Caratini, and Taylor Rogers. Derek Falvey parted ways with the team. They traded Edouard Julien and Pierson Ohl for Jace Kaminska and cash.
American League West
Athletics
The Athletics extended Tyler Soderstrom and Jacob Wilson. They acquired Jeff McNeil via trade and signed Mark Leiter Jr.
Houston Astros
The Astros signed Tatsuya Imai, Nate Pearson, and Ryan Weiss, gambling on international pitchers. They acquired Mike Burrows and Kai-Wei Teng through trades.
Los Angeles Angels
The Angels hired Kurt Suzuki as manager. They signed Kirby Yates, Drew Pomeranz, Jordan Romano, Alek Manoah, and Yoán Moncada. They also acquired Grayson Rodriguez, Josh Lowe, and Vaughn Grissom through trades.
Seattle Mariners
The Mariners re-signed Josh Naylor. They acquired Jose A. Ferrer, Yosver Zulueta, and Rob Refsnyder, and signed Andrew Knizer.
Texas Rangers
The Rangers hired Skip Schumaker as manager. They acquired Brandon Nimmo in a trade for Marcus Semien and also brought in MacKenzie Gore and multiple prospects from the Nationals.