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The Twins signed Anthony Misiewicz to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Misiewicz spent most of last season in Triple-A for the Yankees. He could do the same with Minnesota unless he can earn a spot in the Twins bullpen out of spring training.

Category: Transactions


The Royals signed Harold Castro to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Castro played in Mexico last season. He'll compete for a depth role in the infield with Kansas City.

Category: Transactions


Jacob deGrom is having a normal offseason after making his return from Tommy John surgery last season. (Source: Kennedi Landry on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: “The goal is to go out there and make as many starts as I can to help contribute," deGrom told reporters. "Things have been feeling really good.” He posted a 1.69 ERA across three starts after returning at the end of last year.

Category: Injury Updates


Adolis Garcia has reportedly been swinging a bat for the past month. (Source: Jeff Wilson on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Garcia is coming off a sprained left knee that hindered him for much of last season. He should be fully healthy entering spring training for the Rangers.

Category: Injury Updates


Tanner Scott connected to Cubs

Sat, Jan 18th 1:18pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Cubs reportedly remain one of the top suitors for free agent reliever Tanner Scott. (Source: Jon Morosi on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Scott would have a chance to take over the closer role if he signs with the Cubs. He posted a 1.75 ERA with 22 saves last season with the Marlins and Padres.

Category: Rumors


The Dodgers traded Dylan Campbell to the Phillies for international bonus pool money.

Fantasy Impact: The Dodgers used the extra for international bonus pool money to help them sign Roki Sasaki. Campbell will likely report to the lower levels of the Dodgers minor league system.

Category: Transactions


Arnaldo Lantigua traded to Reds

Sat, Jan 18th 1:14pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Dodgers traded Arnaldo Lantigua to the Reds for international bonus pool money.

Fantasy Impact: The Dodgers used the extra for international bonus pool money to sign Roki Sasaki. Lantigua will add to the Reds farm system as a 19-year old prospect with upside.

Category: Transactions


The Blue Jays have had discussions around a contract with Anthony Santander. (Source: Ben Nicholson-Smith on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The market has been unclear for Santander for most of the offseason. He has been linked to Toronto before. The Blue Jays seem to be the favorite to sign Santander as everything stands right now.

Category: Rumors


The Nationals signed Andrew Knizner to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. He'll add depth behind the plate for the Nationals.

Category: Transactions


The Athletics signed Jose Leclerc to a one-year, $10 million contract. (Source: Robert Murray on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Leclerc will likely hold a set-up role in the bullpen for Oakland behind Mason Miller. He posted a 4.32 ERA across 66 2/3 innings in the Rangers bullpen last season.

Category: Transactions


The Athletics designated Will Klein for assignment.

Fantasy Impact: Klein was removed from the 40-man roster to make room for the signing of Jose LeClerc. He'll look to draw interest on the waiver wire.

Category: Transactions


The Braves signed Curt Casali to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Casali will compete for a depth role behind the plate for the Braves.

Category: Transactions


The Mariners signed Shintaro Fujinami to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: Fujinami has shown flashes throughout his young career, but he has mostly struggled across the past two seasons. He'll compete in spring training for a role in the Mariners Opening Day bullpen.

Category: Transactions


Matt McShane traded to Red Sox

Fri, Jan 17th 11:29pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Pirates traded Matt McShane to the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: McShane will likely open the season towards the bottom of the Red Sox minor league system.

Category: Transactions


A.J. Minter signs with Mets

Fri, Jan 17th 11:27pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Mets agreed to a deal with reliever A.J. Minter. (Source: Andy Martino on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The deal is expected to be for $22 million over two years. There is also a player option after the 2025 season. It is currently pending his physical. He'll hold a high-leverage role at the end of the Mets bullpen assuming the deal goes through.

Category: Transactions


The Mariners sent Nick Raposo outright to Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact: Raposo went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He'll add depth behind the plate for the Mariners organization.

Category: Transactions


The Orioles sent Livan Soto outright to Triple-A Norfolk.

Fantasy Impact: Soto went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He'll continue to add infield depth for the Orioles organization.

Category: Transactions


The Braves designated Allan Winans for assignment.

Fantasy Impact: Winans was removed from the Braves 40-man roster to make room for Amos WIllingham who was claimed off waivers by Atlanta.

Category: Transactions


The Braves claimed Amos WIllingham off waivers from the Natonals.

Fantasy Impact: Willingham was designated for assignment by Washington over the weekend. He'll add depth at the end of the bullpen for Atlanta.

Category: Transactions


Chase Shugart traded to Pirates

Fri, Jan 17th 11:21pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Red Sox traded Chase Shugart to the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: Shugart was designated for assignment by Boston earlier this week. He'll compete for a depth role in the Pirates bullpen.

Category: Transactions