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While Yates is likely out for the year, the Blue Jays are hopeful Springer will be a go for Opening Day, although depth plans are necessary.
Kaitlyn McGrath38
The Braves declined to finalize an agreement with the closer after his physical, sources say, while the Blue Jays reduced their own offer.
Ken Rosenthal49
Jordan Romano, Rafael Dolis, David Phelps and Tyler Chatwood are candidates to help absorb what would have been Yates' workload.
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"That's what he's doing right now; he's offering advice. He's been great in the clubhouse," manager Charlie Montoyo said of Yates.
Kaitlyn McGrath12
After an injury-shortened 2020 season, Yates is eager to bounce back and play again for Charlie Montoyo, his Triple-A manager.
Kaitlyn McGrath14
In about a 24-hour span, the Blue Jays upgraded their bullpen with a pair of moves.
Kaitlyn McGrath13
In honor of the holidays, I thought I'd go shopping and gift each top remaining free agent with their best team fit.
Jim Bowden268
The Giants need a functional bullpen to be a contender in 2021 and pitchers like Kirby Yates and Sean Doolittle have a chance to help.
Grant Brisbee13
While other teams shy away from spending big, Seattle could find itself in a unique position to add players at under market value.
Corey Brock37
Pham had hand surgery, while Yates is getting a second opinion on his elbow.
Dennis Lin26
With 13 MLB teams already 10 games into the 60-game regular season, we’ve seen enough to make some early conclusions.
Jim Bowden159
Michael Salfino explains why the 2020 fantasy baseball season could prove to be the year of the closer.
Michael Salfino6
We last took a look at the top 10 starting pitchers and now we’ll move on to the bullpen.
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As we embark on Do-Over Week, we decided to build a 26-man roster of the currently active players who made the most of a second chance.
Marc Carig and Andy McCullough33
The Athletic put out the call for players and fans to nominate their favorite MLB dogs, and the results could fill 10 stadiums with joy.
Molly Knight69
Ten significant relievers have already been traded, and there’s more to come as the July 31 deadline approaches.
Jim Bowden23
As far as which prospects the Red Sox might trade for a reliever, there are a handful of options.
Jen McCaffrey13
Thursday's deal with the Indians creates questions that will need to be answered regarding San Diego's bullpen and catching corps.
Dennis Lin9
As relievers are traded to playoff contenders, opportunities will emerge for players to assume new roles.
Eno Sarris28
Closer Brad Hand is the Padres’ lone inclusion for the All-Star Game for the second year in a row.
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