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8dBradford Doolittle and David Schoenfield

Mookie Betts to the Reds (or White Sox) and more winter meetings trades we want to see

Hoping for a busy week of moves in San Diego? So are we. Here are some deals that would get everyone talking.

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The Twins announced plans Wed. to increase the length & height of Target Field's safety netting, becoming the 14th team to install or commit to extensions since a toddler's 5/29 head injury on a foul liner in Houston. They join the Astros, Braves, Brewers, Chisox, D-backs, Dodgers, Jays, Nats, O's, Phils, Pirates, Rangers & Royals.

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10dDavid Schoenfield

One blockbuster move for all 30 MLB teams

Kris Bryant to Cincy? Anthony Rendon on the Rangers? We dream up a major hot stove splash for every squad.

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11dJeff Passan

MLB trade tiers: The big names who could move this winter

Mookie. Lindor. Arenado? We examine the stars who will (or should) be in offseason trade talks.

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Pirates part with Elias Diaz, sign Erik Gonzalez

Catcher Elias Diaz became a free agent after the Pirates declined to offer him a contract for the 2020 season on Monday. Pittsburgh did agree to a $725,000, one-year contract with shortstop Erik Gonzalez.

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Pirates turn to Twins' Shelton as new manager

Derek Shelton, who spent the past two seasons as the Twins' bench coach, has been hired as the Pirates' manager.

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Tigers acquire RHP Agrazal from Pirates for cash

The Detroit Tigers have acquired right-hander Dario Agrazal from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash.

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25dSam Miller

The MLB genie: One wish for fans of all 30 teams ... with a catch

If you could have one thing you really wanted for your favorite team, what would you be willing to give up?

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24d

Vazquez denied bail, faces new felony charges

Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez has been denied bail as he faces additional felony counts from his alleged sexual assault of a minor.

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25d

Cherington on Pirates: Scouting will drive success

New GM Ben Cherington says he is comfortable the Pirates have what they need to join Tampa Bay and Oakland among teams that thrive with modest payrolls.

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Vera Clemente, widow of Pirates great, dies at 78

Vera Clemente, the widow of Baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, died Saturday in her native Puerto Rico, the Pirates confirmed. She was 78.

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Pirates officially hire Cherington as new GM

The Pittsburgh Pirates have hired Ben Cherington as their new general manager, the team announced Monday.

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32dESPN.com

NL Central offseason preview: Cards, Cubs, Brewers all need refresh

St. Louis needs more pop despite adding Paul Goldschmidt, Chicago gets a new direction with David Ross and Milwaukee needs to bolster its rotation.

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38dSam Miller

The good, the bad ... and the Tigers: Ranking all 30 MLB teams based on their 2019 goals

Sorry, Detroit: Your team follows in the footsteps of other recent biggest losers. Where did every other club fall?

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Pirates exercise 2020 options on Archer, Marte

The Pirates have exercised their 2020 options on pitcher Chris Archer and center fielder Starling Marte.

William Weinbaum ESPN

The HoF announced Mon. that 9 former players and pioneering union leader Marvin Miller are on its "Modern Baseball Era" (1970-87) ballot to be voted on 12/8 by a 16-member committee. Dwight Evans, Steve Garvey, Tommy John, Don Mattingly, Thurman Munson, Dale Murphy, Dave Parker, Ted Simmons and Lou Whitaker are the players. 75% of votes are required for election.

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44dDavid Schoenfield

Way-too-early 2020 Power Rankings: Can Nationals stay on top?

After a stunning World Series title, Washington faces some uncertainty this offseason. Will the Nats be No. 1 again or will the Astros or Dodgers take their place?

46d

BBTN: Washington's Game 6 Strategy

Justin Verlander has never won a World Series start, and Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to give his thoughts on how Verlander will fare tonight, if he expects to see Max Scherzer in Game 6 or in a potential Game 7, the need for an electronic strike zone and much more (7:45). Plus, "The Numbers Game" with Sarah Langs (24:43) and ESPN Radio's Chris Singleton previews tonight's game (30:57).

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47d

Pirates fire GM, hire ex-Pens COO as president

The Pirates have fired GM Neal Huntington, who had been in the role since September 2007. In addition, Travis Williams was named president, replacing Frank Coonelly. The team has still not hired a manager.

Marly Rivera ESPN Writer

Just finished chatting with Nationals manager Davey Martínez in his office, where he proudly displays a few Roberto Clemente pictures, "That's my guy; my inspiration." Martínez is the second manager of Puerto Rican heritage to lead a team to the World Series, after Alex Cora with the Red Sox last year.