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MLB Week-in-Review: Marlins hire Mattingly, Nationals hire Bud Black

A pair of National League East clubs have new managers.

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A pair of National League East clubs have new managers. Here are some top of this week's top stories.

MLB Top Headlines:

Red Sox hire Ruben Amaro

Amaro was hired to serve as the club's first base coach.

Torii Hunter announces retirement

The veteran is calling it a career after 19 major league seasons.

Royals add Raul Mondesi to World Series roster

Mondesi becomes the first player in major league history to make his major league debut in the World Series.

Boston open to moving top prospects

Under Dave Dombrowski, the Red Sox are willing to move top prospects in exchange for a top tier pitcher.

Yankees tried to hire Ben Cherington

After Cherington left the Red Sox, he had the chance to join a division rival.

Nationals hire Bud Black

Black was thought to be one of two finalists for the job. He replaced Matt Williams in Washington.

Marlins hire Don Mattingly

The deal is expected to be for four years. Mattingly appeared to be the favorite since he and the Dodgers mutually parted ways last week.

MLB key offseason dates

Five days after the World Series ends, free agency begins.

Alex Anthopoulos leaving Blue Jays

Anthopoulos rejected a contract extension and could join a different organization.

Padres hire Andy Green

Green beat out Ron Gardenhire for the job.

Rockies decline option on Justin Morneau

The 2014 batting champion is set to become a free agent.

Marlins dismiss Dan Jennings

Jennings reportedly lost power within the Marlins' front office when he agreed to manage the club.

Daniel Norris is cancer free

The Tigers pitcher successfully underwent surgery.

Dodgers will interview Darin Erstad

The former major league outfielder will interview for the Dodgers job.