Overview
- Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports the Blue Jays, Red Sox, Cubs and Diamondbacks are active on Alex Bregman, with Detroit characterized as lukewarm and Red Sox and Cubs reluctant to offer long-term deals.
- League reporting highlights Brendan Donovan as the trade piece stalling infield decisions, with Boston, Seattle, San Francisco and others linked to the versatile Cardinals All-Star.
- The Boston Globe reports the Red Sox are prioritizing another infield bat, focusing on free agents Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette and trade targets Ketel Marte and Isaac Paredes.
- Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai said on TV Asahi he has received no formal offers, with his posting deadline approaching on Jan. 2.
- The Orioles announced a one-year deal with a mutual option for right-hander Zach Eflin, adding rotation depth in a confirmed move late Sunday.