Bullpen
Kenley Jansen agrees to one-year contract with Tigers
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Veteran closer Kenley Jansen has signed a one-year, $9 million deal with the Detroit Tigers, adding experience to their bullpen for the 2026 season. The contract includes a club option for 2027 worth $12 million with a $2 million buyout. Tigers president Scott Harris praised Jansen's success in high-leverage situations.
Houston Astros left-handed reliever Bennett Sousa strained his left oblique during last Thursday's Grapefruit League outing against the Nationals and will begin the 2026 season on the injured list. Manager Joe Espada said Sousa will be sidelined until the pain subsides. The injury creates opportunities for other relievers in the bullpen.
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Tampa Bay Rays reliever Edwin Uceta is recovering from a right shoulder injury and threw his first bullpen session since early Spring Training, though he will not be ready for Opening Day. Manager Kevin Cash expressed encouragement about Uceta's progress, which could see him return to the bullpen in early April. The Rays also secured a 9-6 win over the Minnesota Twins in a Spring Training game featuring several bullpen candidates.
Right-handed reliever Kirby Yates has agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels, according to reports. The 38-year-old veteran joins a bullpen bolstered by recent signings of Jordan Romano and Drew Pomeranz. While the team has not confirmed the deal, it marks another bounce-back opportunity for Yates after a challenging 2025 season with the Dodgers.
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The Chicago Cubs have bolstered their bullpen by signing right-hander Jacob Webb to a one-year contract with a club option for 2027. The 32-year-old reliever, who posted a 3.00 ERA with the Texas Rangers last season, adds depth alongside recent acquisitions from his former team. This move comes as the Cubs continue their offseason preparations ahead of Spring Training.
The Cleveland Guardians have added bullpen depth by signing right-hander Colin Holderman to a one-year contract. Holderman, recently non-tendered by the Pittsburgh Pirates, brings Major League experience with a career 4.13 ERA. The move addresses Cleveland's need for relief pitching as identified by manager Stephen Vogt.
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The Toronto Blue Jays have outrighted right-handed reliever Yariel Rodríguez from their 40-man roster after he cleared waivers unclaimed. The 28-year-old remains in the organization but must earn his way back to the majors. This move opens a roster spot ahead of the MLB Winter Meetings.
Cubs bullpen sees major turnover ahead of spring training
January 25, 2026 07:50Mets sign veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel to minor league deal
January 23, 2026 23:45White Sox sign reliever Seranthony Domínguez to two-year deal
January 21, 2026 13:39Mets sign veteran reliever Luis García to one-year contract
January 15, 2026 22:32Diamondbacks sign Taylor Clarke to one-year contract
December 19, 2025 05:13Jansen fulfills Tigers dream from 2008 minor league visit
December 17, 2025 04:01Angels sign Pomeranz and Romano to one-year deals
December 14, 2025 04:40Mets zero in on Mason Miller in continued Padres trade talks
December 13, 2025 19:44Mets and Padres engage in trade talks over Mason Miller
December 12, 2025 04:01Edwin Díaz signs three-year deal with Dodgers