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MLB front offices finalizing arbitration contracts with players from Cardinals, Mariners, and others on deadline day, January 8, 2026.
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MLB arbitration updates: Additional deals on deadline day

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Building on earlier agreements, more Major League Baseball teams—including the St. Louis Cardinals, Seattle Mariners, and others—finalized one-year contracts with arbitration-eligible players on January 8, 2026, ahead of the salary exchange deadline. Most avoided hearings, though cases like the Twins' Joe Ryan proceed.

Luleå Hockey has retained key players Jesper Sellgren and Mathias Bromé after their contract exit clauses expired on April 30 without activation. Sports director Ulf Engman confirmed the news, bringing stability to the defending champions.

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Färjestad BK's season ended with another quarterfinal loss, but sport director Rickard Wallin is focused on the future. He confirmed his intention to continue with the club and expressed ambition to keep coach Cam Abbott. Reports indicate Abbott has agreed to a two-year extension, while forward Victor Ejdsell is set to return.

The Philadelphia Phillies are the leading contenders to bring back designated hitter Kyle Schwarber in free agency. Interest from other teams like the Red Sox, Reds, and Mets keeps his market active, according to reports.

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The NHL suspensions for five players from Canada's 2018 world junior team ended on December 1, 2025, following their acquittal in a high-profile sexual assault trial. Cal Foote signed an AHL contract with the Chicago Wolves, marking the fourth player to secure a professional deal. Carter Hart is set for a potential NHL debut with the Vegas Golden Knights.

The Detroit Tigers have non-tendered veteran infielder Andy Ibáñez, making him a free agent after a deadline on Friday. The move comes as the team tendered contracts to 11 of their 12 arbitration-eligible players. Ibáñez, remembered for his key postseason hit last year, spent time in Triple-A this season.

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The Toronto Blue Jays are favored to sign free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker, according to front office sources. Other rumors include the New York Yankees' interest in Cody Bellinger and the New York Mets' willingness to trade position players like Brandon Nimmo.

 

 

 

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