Overview
- Rival executives told MLB.com they would be surprised if the Tigers move Tarik Skubal this winter, saying it would take an enormous offer, even as ESPN's Buster Olney continues to forecast heavy interest from the Mariners, Mets and Red Sox.
- Cubs president Jed Hoyer said Chicago's top priority is adding pitching in both the rotation and bullpen, noting the team will explore trades and free agency after both sides declined Shōta Imanaga's option without ruling out a reunion.
- ESPN's Jeff Passan identified posted Seibu Lions right-hander Tatsuya Imai as a potential Cubs target, highlighting Chicago's openness to international pitching additions.
- Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith, via Newsweek, expects the Blue Jays to engage on high-end starters such as Dylan Cease, Framber Valdez and Ranger Suárez and to check on top position player Kyle Tucker.
- Other notes from the meetings include Chaim Bloom indicating the Cardinals will seek a new fit for Nolan Arenado and Mets chief David Stearns emphasizing Juan Soto’s offseason focus on defensive improvement.