
Jordan Montgomery Returns to Texas Rangers on 1-Year Deal for 2026 Season
Jordan Montgomery has signed a one-year deal to return to the Texas Rangers for the 2026 season as he continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery.
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Jordan Montgomery has signed a one-year deal to return to the Texas Rangers for the 2026 season as he continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery.
Reliever Evan Phillips and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million deal as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.

Arizona Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll will undergo surgery for a broken hamate bone, forcing him to miss the 2026 World Baseball Classic and putting his Opening Day status in doubt.

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday is set to undergo surgery for a broken hamate bone in his right hand. The injury, sustained during batting practice, will force him to miss Opening Day.

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The Colorado Rockies have signed veteran left-hander Jose Quintana to a one-year deal for the 2026 season, adding a reliable 15-year MLB veteran to their starting rotation.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa addressed his conservative base-running in the 9th inning of World Series Game 7, revealing he was following strict Blue Jays' policy despite wishing he had been more aggressive against the Dodgers.

Pirates GM Ben Cherington confirms the team is still open to a role for Andrew McCutchen in 2026, despite the recent signing of Marcell Ozuna complicating the roster.

The Chicago White Sox have signed right-hander Erick Fedde to a one-year, $1.5 million deal, adding veteran depth and stability to their starting rotation for the 2026 season.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The injury is expected to sideline the star for 5-6 months, a major blow to Toronto's 2026 season.

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson has won his salary arbitration case, securing a $6.8 million salary for the 2026 season. Entering his final year of club control, Stephenson looks to bounce back from an injury-shortened 2025.

The Texas Rangers have announced a unique May 29 giveaway featuring a replica of Nolan Ryan's iconic bloodstained jersey from his legendary 1990 performance against the White Sox.

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is undergoing evaluation for a hamate bone injury that may require surgery, while Juan Soto prepares for a defensive shift to left field.

The Colorado Rockies have signed Japanese veteran Tomoyuki Sugano to a one-year, $5.1 million contract, bringing the two-time NPB MVP to the MLB for the 2025 season.

Justin Verlander is heading back to where it all began. The three-time Cy Young winner has signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers, bringing his Hall of Fame resume back to the Motor City.

The Atlanta Braves have placed right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach on the 60-day Injured List with elbow inflammation, a move that will see him miss significant time in 2025.
Justin Verlander is returning to the Detroit Tigers on a one-year contract, reuniting the future Hall of Famer with his original franchise.

Arizona Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes is targeting a return to action around the 2026 All-Star break. After undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2025, the right-hander is making steady progress in his rehabilitation and remains optimistic about a second-half return.

The Atlanta Braves have signed former All-Star catcher Jonah Heim to a one-year deal. The move provides veteran depth as the team awaits the return of Sean Murphy.
Right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a one-year, $5.1 million deal, per ESPN.

The Chicago White Sox are entering the 2026 season with momentum after a top-10 offensive performance in the second half of 2025. With new star Munetaka Murakami and a rising rookie core, the South Siders are ready to turn the corner.

The Athletics have bolstered their starting rotation by agreeing to a one-year, $6 million deal with veteran right-hander Aaron Civale, who played for three teams in 2025.

Veteran reliever and Texas native Ryan Brasier has signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers, including an invitation to Major League spring training.
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