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Mike Shildt's Padres coaching staff won't have traditional bench coach

SAN DIEGO (AP) — New San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt won't have a traditional bench coach on his staff but will utilize the input of several coaches during games.

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Blue Jays general manager Atkins 'disappointed' that Ohtani went to Dodgers

Ross Atkins shares your disappointment, Blue Jays fans. He also felt the sting of Shohei Ohtani turning down Toronto. Atkins spoke with media on Wednesday after the signings of centre-fielder Kevin Kiermaier and utility man Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

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Brewers acquire LHP Bryan Hudson after Dodgers designate him for assignment

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers acquired Bryan Hudson from the Los Angeles Dodgers for Justin Chambers on Wednesday in an exchange of left-handed pitchers. Los Angeles also will receive either cash or a player to be named.

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Mets' Ronny Mauricio likely to miss most or all of 2024 following knee surgery to repair right ACL

NEW YORK (AP) — New York Mets infield prospect Ronny Mauricio will miss most or all of the 2024 season following surgery to repair a torn right ACL. Mets medical director Dr.

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Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins expressed regret Shohei Ohtani turned down Toronto

TORONTO (AP) — Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins expressed regret Shoehei Ohtani turned down Toronto after meeting with the team and chose to sign a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Jan 3, 2024 9:37 AM Read more >

Ryan Flaherty hired as bench coach on manager Craig Counsell’s first staff with the Chicago Cubs

CHICAGO (AP) — Ryan Flaherty is the new bench coach on manager Craig Counsell's first staff with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs announced their major league staff on Tuesday, which includes 10 returning coaches from last year.

Jan 2, 2024 7:47 PM Read more >

Yuki Matsui can earn $33.6 million over 5 years with Padres if he becomes San Diego's closer

NEW YORK (AP) — Yuki Matsui can earn $33.6 million over five seasons with the San Diego Padres if the Japanese reliever becomes the team's closer, and the pitcher could opt out of the deal after three years and $14.

Jan 2, 2024 6:16 PM Read more >

Yamamoto's contract with Dodgers includes 2 opt outs, but timing depends on elbow health

NEW YORK (AP) — Yoshinobu Yamamoto will have two opportunities to opt out of his record $325 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers , although the timing is tied to his pitching elbow's health.

Jan 2, 2024 5:56 PM Read more >

Red Sox pay Braves $17 million for Chris Sale this year. He costs Atlanta $500,000

ATLANTA (AP) — The Boston Red Sox will pay the Braves $17 million in equal installments of $8.5 million on April 1 and July 1 as part of last weekend's trade that sent left-hander Chris Sale to Atlanta.

Jan 2, 2024 4:41 PM Read more >

Frankie Montas and Cincinnati Reds finalize $16 million, 1-year contract

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds finalized their $16 million, one-year contract with right-hander Frankie Montas on Tuesday, another free-agent addition to shore up their pitching staff.

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