Mike Maher

Saints quarterback Drew Brees announced he will return for the 2020 season, according to a report from ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter. Brees also posted a message to his personal Instagram account indicating that he was returning.

Free-agent outfielder Hunter Pence has agreed to a deal with the San Francisco Giants, according to a report from MLB insider Jon Heyman.

The Boston Red Sox are "planning to name bench coach Ron Roenicke as manager but are waiting for MLB to conclude its investigation into the 2018 team before making an announcement," according to a report from Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe.

Free-agent reliever Greg Holland has agreed to a minor-league deal with an invite to big-league camp, according to a report from Mark Feinsand of MLB.com

Third baseman Kris Bryant lost his grievance against the Chicago Cubs in which he sought an extra year of service time, ensuring he won't become a free agent until after the 2021 season, according to a report from ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Pirates outfielder Starling Marte has been traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to multiple reports.

Free-agent outfielder Nicholas Castellanos has agreed to a deal with the Cincinnati Reds, according to a report from MLB insider Jon Heyman. It is expected to be a multi-year deal.

Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Cardinals for his 17th NFL season in 2020, according to multiple reports.

Free-agent starting pitcher Alex Wood has agreed to a one-year deal worth $4 million with the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal. Rosenthal adds that the deal includes incentives that can push the total salary to $10 million.

Eagles quarterback Josh McCown completed 18 of his 24 passes for 174 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions in Sunday's loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the first round of the NFL playoffs.