More from Elias' media session at the Winter Meetings
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SAN DIEGO – For Orioles media gathered at the Manchester Grand Hyatt, the most important 20 minutes of yesterday’s Winter Meetings unfolded in Mike Elias’ suite. Unlike the 20 minutes that passed later at the packed hotel bar before a drink could be ordered. The club’s executive vice president/general manager shared the details of pitcher Kyle Gibs
Orioles still in hunt for starters after giving Gibson $10 million contract
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SAN DIEGO – Veteran pitcher Kyle Gibson passed a physical and signed his contract today with the Orioles that pays $10 million in 2023. The deal was made after the Orioles declined Jordan Lyles’ $11 million option and gave him a $1 million buyout. “I think that we targeted Kyle. He was a priority for us,” executive vice president/general manager Mi
Orioles agree to terms with right-handed pitcher Kyle Gibson
MASN Staff
Masn
The Orioles tonight announced that they have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher KYLE GIBSON on a one-year contract for the 2023 season. Gibson, 35, made 31 starts for the National League champion Philadelphia Phillies in 2022, the fifth time in his career making at least 30 starts in a season. He went 10-8 with a 5.05 ERA (94 ER/167.2 IP) an
With "payroll clarity," Nats now focus on starter, left-handed bat
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
SAN DIEGO – As he watches the rest of the baseball world spend hundreds of millions of dollars on top free agents, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo says he has at least been told by ownership how much he can spend to address his club’s roster needs on the heels of a 107-loss season. That, in itself, is a significant development, given the uncer
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Orioles sign Ofriedy Gómez to minor league deal
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SAN DIEGO – The Orioles made their first move of the Winter Meetings this afternoon. A minor league deal that won’t get a team to the podium but is aimed at providing depth. The club announced that it signed pitcher Ofriedy Gómez, who spent this season in the Phillies organization and registered a combined 5.19 ERA and 1.754 WHIP in 38 games betwee
Orioles agree to terms on minor league contract with Ofreidy Gómez
MASN Staff
Masn
The Orioles have made the following roster move: Agreed to terms on a 2023 Minor League contract with RHP Ofreidy Gómez.
Turner is latest ex-Nat to sign mega deal with NL East rival
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
SAN DIEGO – Another former Nationals star is signing another mega deal with another division rival. Trea Turner has agreed to an 11-year, $300 million contract with the Phillies, as first reported by ESPN and confirmed by multiple other outlets. It’s a huge payout for the free agent shortstop, now under contract through the 2033 season, during whic
Winter Meetings Day 1: Turner to Phils, Verlander to Mets
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
For the first time since 2019 in San Diego, the baseball Winter Meetings are full-go in person. And the biggest event of the offseason just so happens to be back in San Diego at the Manchester Grand Hyatt. It’s barely the afternoon on the West Coast and there has already been major news breaking on the free agent market. Two of the top available fr
Taillon an Orioles target in free agency (and updated notes)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SAN DIEGO – Justin Verlander is off the Winter Meetings board after reaching agreement with the Mets today on a two-year, $86.66 million deal. The Rangers already secured Jacob deGrom with a five-year, $185 million contract. Left-hander Carlos Rodón is the top free agent pitcher on the market, and the Orioles have been linked to him based on how th
Lane Thomas swing white
After full big league season, Thomas comfortable in versatility
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
The Winter Meetings are officially underway at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego. On the first day, both Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Davey Martinez will speak to the media. Plenty of content is on the way. They will be asked about the ownership situation, the current state of the roster, the rest of the offseason and play