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Yu Darvish Appears to Announce Retirement Before Reneging

Darvish forged a solid, lengthy career after coming over from Japan.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 24

Roki Sasaki Reinforces Dodgers As the Ultimate Free Agent Destination

Money was a nonfactor in Sasaki’s decision—and he still chose to join Los Angeles because of everything else that puts the Dodgers on top.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 18, 2025

Roki Sasaki Decision Coming This Week, Four Teams Already Out

Roki Sasaki has reportedly eliminated four teams from his consideration before the international signing period opens this week.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 13, 2025

Nolan Arenado Open To Trade For World Series Contention

Nolan Arenado, star third baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals, open to trade for World Series contender. Willing to switch positions. Ongoing discussions f...

Top News · Dec 11, 2024

Cardinals' Nolan Arenado Would Approve a Trade to These Six Teams

As rumors heat up at MLB Winter Meetings, Cardinals star Nolan Arenado reportedly would approve a trade to these six MLB teams.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 11, 2024

Roki Sasaki Nears Lifelong MLB Dream As Free Agency Sweepstakes Begin

The 23-year-old Japanese phenom pitcher left a nine-figure deal on the table by coming to the U.S. now, and has his sights set on stardom as all 30 teams line up to make their pitches.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 10, 2024

Roki Sasaki's Agent Blasts MLB Executives for Floating Rumors of Dodgers Agreement

Roki Sasaki's agent Joel Wolfe blasted MLB executives for floating rumors that the Japanese pitcher has a handshake contract agreement with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 21, 2024

What to Expect From Japanese Pitcher Roki Sasaki in MLB

The 23-year-old will become one of baseball's top free agents when he's posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines. But what will he bring to the table as a big leaguer?

Sports Illustrated · Nov 11, 2024

Giancarlo Stanton’s agent responded to Brian Cashman’s remarks by urging players to avoid the Yankees

The Yankees are a chaotic mess and free agency hasn't even started yet.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 14, 2023

Giancarlo Stanton’s Agent Claps Back at Yankees GM Brian Cashman

The New York executive has been truculent in the wake of a down year.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 14, 2023