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11:35 PM ET, February 12, 2025

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New York Times:
Cubs have discussed signing Justin Turner if Alex Bregman goes elsewhere: Sources  —  MESA, Ariz. — The Chicago Cubs, continuing to explore options even after the start of their spring training, are considering free agent Justin Turner as a potential addition in case Alex Bregman signs with another team …
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Maddie Lee / Chicago Sun Times:
As Cubs explore options behind Michael Busch, a surprise player may get a chance at first base  —  Cubs outfielder Alexander Canario took reps at first base on Tuesday.  —  MESA, Ariz. — Cubs first baseman Michael Busch smiled and put his hand up for Alexander Canario to slap as infielders converged post-workout Tuesday.
Chandler Rome / New York Times:
Red Sox, Alex Bregman agree to three-year, $120 million deal: Source  —  Alex Bregman, a cornerstone of the Houston Astros' ascension into an American League superpower, is departing the only franchise he's ever known.  —  Bregman is in agreement on a three-year, $120 million contract …
ESPN:
MLB spring training 2025: Teams, stars we can't wait to see  —  After a wild baseball winter, spring training is in the air.  —  The Mets inked Juan Soto to the largest contract in MLB history — and also brought back fan favorite Pete Alonso this week.  The Dodgers had another busy offseason …
Natalie Haddad / WFAA-TV:
‘Limit 2’: Kroger among grocery stores limiting egg purchases amid nationwide shortage  —  Kroger on Cedar Springs in Dallas is limiting customers to two cartons of eggs per purchase.  —  DALLAS — Some Kroger locations are limiting the number of eggs customers can buy as a nationwide egg shortage continues …
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Jeff Passan / ESPN:
Passan's MLB free agency update: Bregman, Arenado, more  —  Even though pitchers and catchers for all 30 Major League Baseball teams report to spring training this week, dozens of free agents who played significant big league roles in 2024 remain available.  The line between free agency ending …
ESPN:
Angels' Anthony Rendon to have hip surgery, miss extended time  —  Oft-injured Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon is having hip surgery and is expected to miss a significant amount of time, general manager Perry Minasian said Wednesday.  —  After signing a seven-year …
Sam Connon / Sports Illustrated:
Key Dates for Every MLB Team's 2025 Spring Training Camp  —  Pitchers and catchers are set to report to Florida and Arizona this week, with full rosters following soon after for the official start of spring training.  —  Baseball season has officially arrived, with spring training finally getting underway in Florida and Arizona alike.
Discussion: Federal Baseball
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Mets To Re-Sign Drew Smith  —  The Mets will extend their relationship with their longest-tenured pitcher, as they've reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with right-hander Drew Smith, which contains a club option for the 2026 season.  Smith, who's rehabbing from Tommy John/internal brace surgery performed …
Bill Plunkett / Orange County Register:
Dodgers' Evan Phillips still recovering from shoulder injury that kept him out of World Series  —  GLENDALE, Ariz. — Evan Phillips had a front row seat for the Dodgers' World Series victory over the New York Yankees last October.  He never left that seat.  —  “Man, those feelings …
ESPN:
Source: Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers agree to new contract  —  Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to terms on a new one-year contract that will bring the three-time National League Cy Young Award winner back to the team for an 18th season, a source told ESPN's Alden Gonzalez on Tuesday.
DJourn / Battery Power:
Tyler Matzek to sign with New York Yankees, per report  —  The veteran left-hander could join Max Fried on the Yankees pitching staff.  —  Former Atlanta Braves reliever Tyler Matzek is set to join the New York Yankees on a minor league deal, according to a report from Chris Cotillo, a Boston Red Sox beat writer.
Rob Maaddi / Associated Press:
Eagles deny the Chiefs a Super Bowl three-peat with dominant defense in a 40-22 rout  —  Yo Philly: Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni are world champions.  A ferocious Philadelphia Eagles defense tormented and frustrated Patrick Mahomes while Hurts made all the plays the offense needed.
 
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