MLB rumors and news for March 14th, 2018

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• The Yankees have signed Neil Walker.
• The Twins have released pitcher Anibal Sanchez. Let us all pretend to be shocked and surprised.
• The Yankees have optioned Gleyber Torres down to Triple-A.
• Koji Uehara have gone back to where it all began, signing a deal with the Yomiuri Giants in Japan
• The Twins have signed Lance Lynn to a 1-year deal.
• The Mets ‘haven’t ruled out’ trading Juan Lagares.
• In order to make room for Walker, the Yankees have released Danny Espinosa.
• The Blue Jays have released veteran outfielder Ezequiel Carrera.
• And just like that, Carrera has a new team. The veteran outfielder has signed a minor-league deal with the Braves. That wasn’t so long, was it?
• The Rangers have ‘considered’ pitcher Greg Holland.
• Big signing alert: The Phillies have signed Jake Arrieta to a 3-year deal.
• The Phillies have designated Tommy Joseph for assignment.
• The Astros’ White House visit wasn’t without its awkward moments.
• After signing Jake Arrieta, the Phillies are now a popular playoff ‘sleeper’.
• The Twins have made the most of this slow offseason.
• What’s the hold-up with Greg Holland?
• Royals’ Jorge Bonifacio has been suspended 80 games.
• Top 20 Prospects lists for 2018: Index by organization.
• MLB will broadcast games exclusively on Facebook, for some reason.

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2017-2018 MLB Free Agent Tracker

2017-2018 Winter Trade Tracker

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