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Aaron Judge’s 62nd home run ball sells for $1.5 million

The highest price paid at auction for a baseball is $3 million. It was for one hit by Mark McGwire on Sept. 27, 1998, to reach 70 for the season.

Chicago Sun-Times

Aaron Judge’s 62nd Home Run Ball Sells for $1.5 Million at Auction

The Yankees slugger hit the record-breaking homer on Oct. 4 against the Rangers.

Sports Illustrated

Larry Stone: Mariners sat out MLB's free-agent frenzy, and now must deal with fallout

SEATTLE — Way back in 1990, San Francisco Giants general manager Al Rosen raged that MLB was headed for "Armageddon" based on the outrageous free-agent contracts being handed out. What really piqued Rosen's ire was the four-year, $10 million contract given to middling left-handed pitcher Bud Black (given to him…

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Marcus Hayes: With Taijuan Walker, Phillies are ready for possible exits of Rhys Hoskins and Aaron Nola

PHILADELPHIA — Dave Dombrowski’s first responsibility is to win the next World Series. His second is to win the ones that follow. His third is to stay within a reasonable budget.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Bill Madden: Mets, Yankees spreading holiday joy in Big Apple with free-spending offseason

NEW YORK — When the dust began settling on what had been the wildest two weeks of spending in baseball history, Steve Cohen had emerged with a payroll of over $340 million and Hal Steinbrenner had shelled out $522 million on two players alone in Aaron Judge and Carlos Rodon.

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White Sox sign Billy Hamilton, Victor Reyes to minor-league deals

The outfielders have invites to spring training.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs’ Swanson Signing Pries Open New Contention Window

Chicago may not yet have enough to qualify for the playoffs, but adding Dansby Swanson provides a clue as to how this team can succeed in the near future.

Sports Illustrated

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J.D. Martinez agrees to one-year, $10 million deal with Dodgers

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers added more veteran depth to their lineup Saturday, agreeing to a one-year, $10 million contract with designated hitter J.D. Martinez, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation who are unauthorized to speak publicly.

Los Angeles Times

Shortstop Dansby Swanson and Cubs reportedly agree to 7-year, $177 million contract

CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs landed their new shortstop.

Chicago Tribune

Cubs agree to 7-year deal with All-Star shortstop Dansby Swanson

Swanson’s signing sends a message about the Cubs’ trajectory in 2023.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs Add SS Dansby Swanson on Seven-Year Deal, per Reports

Chicago lands the final big shortstop name on the market.

Sports Illustrated

Baseball quiz: They’re more than just numbers

Just as Harwell told Hughes, the Quizmaster tries to turn stats into stories. So give these a read.

Chicago Sun-Times

Why Cubs individualized one-knee stances — for current catchers and any they may add

Catching has been in the headlines this week, thanks to free-agent signings and a three-team trade.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘No bad feelings’ about not getting White Sox job, Ozzie Guillen says

White Sox’ World Series champion manager says he wanted job but is content having more time for family.

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Los Angeles Times

How four rule changes will impact Major League Baseball in 2023

LOS ANGELES — Major League Baseball's hot stove has been all the way turned up over the last two weeks, melting expectations as free agents enjoy the richest market in history. But roster construction is far from complete for most clubs. Two months remain before pitchers and catchers report for…

Tribune News Service

Twins add Joey Gallo, a slugging former All-Star

MINNEAPOLIS — Two months after saying goodbye to their own all-or-nothing slugger, the Twins found another on Friday.

Sports Illustrated

The Yankees Are Having a Great Offseason—but They Still Need More

The Yankees are having one heck of an offseason. Last night, they agreed to a six-year, $162 million contract with lefthander Carlos Rodón, giving them the best rotation in the American League, if not in all of baseball. And they did so in addition to re-signing both Aaron Judge and…

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Now with Orioles, Adam Frazier hoping to help another ‘exciting young team’ reach playoffs

BALTIMORE — Growing up in Georgia, Adam Frazier envisioned nights like the ones he had last fall with the Seattle Mariners, pushing for the first playoff berth of his career.

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Outfielder Andrew Benintendi and White Sox reportedly agree to 5-year, $75 million deal

CHICAGO — Andrew Benintendi did damage against the Chicago White Sox in 2022 while with the Kansas City Royals, hitting .313 with five RBIs in eight games.

Chicago Sun-Times

White Sox land free agent left fielder Andrew Benintendi

Benintendi to receive $75 million over five seasons.

Sports Illustrated

Making Sense of a Surprisingly Frenetic MLB Free Agency

No, it’s not just you. This offseason’s market has moved at an unusually dizzying pace. What gives?

Tribune News Service

Tom Krasovic: Xander Bogaerts' diligence, fundamentals bode well for Padres

SAN DIEGO — The Boston Red Sox were out of playoff contention, playing out the string this past September, when a veteran scout showed up several hours before first pitch and noticed their All-Star shortstop, Xander Bogaerts, a longtime favorite of this scout's.

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Michael Cunningham: If Braves don’t retain Dansby Swanson it won’t be because they can’t afford it

ATLANTA — The Phillies raised eyebrows when they signed Bryce Harper to a 13-year contract for $330 million. Harper was voted National League MVP at 22 years old and still was in his prime, but what about later? The Phillies are on the hook to pay Harper $288 million after…

Sports Illustrated

It’s World Series or Bust for Yankees After Splurging for Rodón

New York didn’t make him the third most expensive lefthander in MLB history just to get bounced in the playoffs again.

Tribune News Service

After one electric season, Carlos Rodón leaves Giants for Yankees

What appeared to be increasingly imminent with every Giants move and each morsel of information to emerge this offseason came to fruition Thursday evening: Carlos Rodón will, indeed, go down as a one-season wonder in San Francisco.

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