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Blue Jays Sign Justin Topa To Minor‑League Deal

Minnesota will cover most of Topa’s $1.225 million salary, limiting Toronto’s risk as he reports to Triple‑A Buffalo as a possible long‑relief option.

Yankees Weigh Moving Top Prospect Carlos Lagrange to the Bullpen

Mets Pause A.J. Minter’s Rehab After Left-Hip Discomfort

Nationals Agree to Deal With Reliever Max Kranick, Pending Physical

Rangers Agree to Minor-League Deal With Reliever Ryan Brasier

Twins Reuniting With Taylor Rogers on Reported One-Year, $2 Million Deal

Cubs Agree to Deal With Reliever Hunter Harvey, Pending Physical

Yankees Sign RHP Drake Fellows to Minor-League Deal

Dodgers Finalize Three-Year, $69 Million Deal With Closer Edwin Díaz

Yankees Make First Rule 5 Pick Since 2011, Add Cardinals RHP Cade Winquest

Reds Bring Back Closer Emilio Pagán on Reported Two-Year, $20 Million Deal

Braves Re-Sign Joel Payamps on One-Year, $2.25 Million Deal

Phillies Shut Down José Alvarado With Forearm Strain for Remainder of Regular Season

Astros Sign Matt Bowman to Minor League Deal After Orioles Release

Astros Designate Reliever Forrest Whitley for Assignment