Starting Rotation
Giants agree to one-year contract with pitcher Tyler Mahle
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The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a one-year contract with free-agent right-hander Tyler Mahle, bolstering their starting rotation. Mahle, who posted a strong 2.18 ERA in 2025 with the Texas Rangers, adds depth alongside recent addition Adrian Houser. The deal, first reported by the San Francisco Chronicle, comes as the Giants prepare for the 2026 season.
The New York Mets have faced ongoing instability in their starting rotation despite good health among pitchers, leading to multiple moves between the rotation and bullpen. Recent transactions include selecting Carl Edwards Jr. from Triple-A Syracuse and optioning Christian Scott back down. The team plans to reinstate David Peterson for a start next Wednesday against the Nationals.
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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced that pitcher Luis Gil will return to the starting rotation next Friday against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Gil is set to make a minor league start on Sunday for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre at Rochester before slotting in behind Ryan Weathers. The move comes as the Yankees transition from an early-season four-man rotation.
The Boston Red Sox bolstered their rotation by acquiring veteran right-hander Sonny Gray from the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday. In exchange, the Cardinals received prospects Brandon Clarke and Richard Fitts, along with a player to be named later or cash considerations, and sent $20 million to Boston. Gray, a three-time All-Star, waived his no-trade clause to join the Red Sox behind ace Garrett Crochet.