Baseball News

Catcher Stephen Vogt, a two-time All-Star, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. Vogt spent this past season with the Giants.

With Robinson Chirinos and Martín Maldonado off to free agency, the Houston Astros began an offseason catching rebuild, signing Dustin Garneau as a backup.

She collaborated with her first husband on an acclaimed three-volume history of the game. But it took 50 years for her contribution to be fully acknowledged.

Shelton, who is the third high-profile hire by the Pirates since the end of their disappointing season, filled the final major league managerial opening this off-season.

The Rays have acquired minor leaguer Brian O'Grady from the Reds for a player to be named and cash while also designating first baseman Jesus Aguilar for assignment

San Diego shipped infielder Luis Urias to Milwaukee for outfielder Trent Grisham in a pre-Thanksgiving deal with upside for both teams.

Former Twins right-hander Kyle Gibson has agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with the Rangers, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Local businessman John Sherman officially completed the purchase of the Kansas City Royals, taking over for David Glass as the controlling owner of his favorite team as it continues to rebuild.