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Yanks' Judge, 5 Braves among players headed to arbitration

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge and five players from the World Series champion Atlanta Braves are among the players who are headed toward salary arbitration hearings that wil...

MARCH 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Report: Former A's All-Star Matt Chapman signs new deal with Blue Jays, but it's nothing like Matt Olson's mega contract After former A’s All-Star first baseman Matt Olson landed an eight-year, $168 million contract extension with the Atlanta Braves last week,...

MARCH 22, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Alex Anthopoulos speaks: A wild week for the Braves' sleep-deprived GM From parting with Freddie Freeman to acquiring and extending Matt Olson, Anthopoulos recounts a frenetic, turbulent and emotional week.

MARCH 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Gut punch for the A-T-L: Freeman, Ryan both depart

It was a 1-2 punch to the gut for Atlanta’s sports fans

MARCH 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Braves' Snitker ponders 6th starter as he studies rotation

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker says he's considering all options, including a six-man rotation or an opener, as he looks for answers in his starting rotation

MARCH 21, 2022 • Associated Press

MLB Free Agency Tracker: Story signs with Red Sox

MLB free agency is back! Stay up-to-date with the latest moves, including Trevor Story to the Red Sox.

MARCH 21, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

MLB Free Agency Tracker: Story signs with Red Sox

Set to finish out suspension, A's CF Laureano eager to play

Oakland Athletics outfielders Ramón Laureano and Christian Pache met in the offseason in their hometown of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic

MARCH 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Braves sign closer Kenley Jansen to $16M, 1-year deal

The Atlanta Braves capped a busy week with another stunning move, signing three-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen to a $16 million, one-year contract

MARCH 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Kotsay a winner in his 1st exhibition game as A's manager

It was a day of firsts for the revamped Oakland A’s, under first-year manager Mark Kotsay

MARCH 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Freeman shares feelings on Braves signing Olson GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Freddie Freeman was going through his daily workout when he heard news that would change the remainder of his career. The...

MARCH 18, 2022 • MLB.COM

Matt Olson deal helps clear path to majors for Braves prospects Bryce Elder, Drew Waters The pitcher and outfielder aren't the only prospects who could benefit from the departure of Cristian Pache, Ryan Cusick and Shea Langeliers

MARCH 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Freddie Freeman says he was 'blindsided' by Braves' decision to trade for Matt Olson "To be honest, I was blindsided," Freeman said. "I think every emotion came across. I was hurt."

MARCH 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Freeman stung by ATL departure, thrilled by Dodgers landing

Freddie Freeman has joined the Dodgers for his first workout since agreeing to a $162 million, six-year contract to join Los Angeles’ powerhouse roster

MARCH 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Verlander's innings, Olson's at-bats garner spring interest

Justin Verlander is one of the greatest pitchers of his generation with eight All-Star appearances, two Cy Young Awards, one MVP, one Rookie of the Year and a World Series title

MARCH 17, 2022 • Associated Press

MLB rumors: Royals could blow up Yankees-A's trade talks The Oakland A's are holding a fire sale, and have already traded All-Stars Chris Bassitt, Matt Olson and Matt Chapman.

MARCH 17, 2022 • NJ.COM

Grade A's: Langeliers, young newcomers hit Oakland camp

All fans need to know about Shea Langeliers’ powerful arm is that he gains more satisfaction from throwing out baserunners than hitting long balls

MARCH 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Yankees, Mets and all MLB again affected by COVID in 2022

Coronavirus restrictions in Canada and New York have assured that baseball will again be affected by COVID-19 in 2022

MARCH 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Braves boost outfield with additions of Rosario, Dickerson

The Atlanta Braves have signed outfielder Eddie Rosario, the 2021 NLCS MVP, to a two-year contract with $18 million guaranteed

MARCH 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Blue Jays acquire 3B Matt Chapman from Oakland for 4 players

All-Star third baseman Matt Chapman was acquired by the Toronto Blue Jays from the payroll-shredding Oakland Athletics for four players

MARCH 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Olson's last HR for an Atlanta team was epic After pulling off a blockbuster trade with the A's for Matt Olson on Monday, Atlanta signed the All-Star first baseman to an eight-year, $16...

MARCH 15, 2022 • MLB.COM

Bowden: Takeaways on 8 big post-lockout trades and signings, including the Matt Olson and Chris Bassitt deals Jim Bowden shares his thoughts (and grades) on the Yankees-Twins trade, the Reds-Mariners deal, the Yusei Kikuchi signing and more.

MARCH 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Braves, Matt Olson agree to $168 million contract extension NORTH PORT, Fla. — The Braves and Matt Olson have agreed to an eight-year, $168 million contract extension.

MARCH 15, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Orioles' Rutschman, Tigers' Torkelson among top MLB rookies

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman, Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. and Detroit Tigers infielder Spencer Torkelson are among baseball's most intriguing rookies t...

MARCH 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Braves sign new 1B Olson to $168 million, 8-year contract

After cutting ties with Freddie Freeman, the Atlanta Braves have signed new first baseman Matt Olson to a $168 million, eight-year contract

MARCH 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Braves sign Matt Olson to 8-year, $168 million extension 1 day after trade Matt Olson, whom the Braves acquired a day earlier, replaces Freddie Freeman as the Braves' first baseman.

MARCH 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Yanks' Judge, 5 Braves among players headed to arbitration

Gut punch for the A-T-L: Freeman, Ryan both depart

Braves' Snitker ponders 6th starter as he studies rotation

MLB Free Agency Tracker: Story signs with Red Sox

Set to finish out suspension, A's CF Laureano eager to play

Braves sign closer Kenley Jansen to $16M, 1-year deal

Kotsay a winner in his 1st exhibition game as A's manager

Freeman stung by ATL departure, thrilled by Dodgers landing

Verlander's innings, Olson's at-bats garner spring interest

Grade A's: Langeliers, young newcomers hit Oakland camp

Yankees, Mets and all MLB again affected by COVID in 2022

Braves boost outfield with additions of Rosario, Dickerson

Blue Jays acquire 3B Matt Chapman from Oakland for 4 players

Orioles' Rutschman, Tigers' Torkelson among top MLB rookies

Braves sign new 1B Olson to $168 million, 8-year contract