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⚾️ Lead MLB Editor/Writer/Reporter for @ClutchPoints • For Joey Mistretta's NBA content follow @JoeyMistretta_

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Hi all, welcome to my second account. For my NBA reporting/content, follow @JoeyMistretta_

On this account, I will be primarily sharing my baseball reporting/content. As a Lead MLB Editor, Writer and Reporter for ClutchPoints, you can expect news, stories, reports and more.

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Cubs star pitcher Justin Steele posts a promising injury update amid his recovery from an elbow surgery.

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The Angels have been mentioned as a possible trade suitor for 3B Nolan Arenado. I wrote about an offer the team could make the Cardinals to acquire him.

Here's the perfect trade offer:

https://t.co/w4hskXuStu

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The Philadelphia Phillies announced they have acquired LHP Kyle Backhus from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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The San Francisco Giants announced their signing of RHP Adrian Houser. Houser’s deal is for two years and includes a 2028 club option.

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The Rangers' first pitcher/catcher workout is scheduled for Feb. 10, while the first full team workout will be on Feb. 15.

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The Texas Rangers announced minor league contracts with the following players, per press release: INF Jonah Bride, INF Andrew Velasquez, RHP Gavin Collyer, LHP Anthony Veneziano, C Jose Herrera, C Cooper Johnson, UTL Tyler Wade.
They all have invitations to spring training camp.

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The Kansas City Royals officially announced their signing of Lane Thomas to a one-year contract, the team announced via press release.

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The Cincinnati Reds, in all reality, probably won’t sign Cody Bellinger. However, at least attempting to pursue him in #MLB free agency wouldn’t hurt.

Here’s why the Reds should pursue the former MVP:

https://t.co/dkVK9v8Pp5

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The Braves should consider trading Ozzie Albies during the 2026 season.

https://t.co/E4Kb9D0Pbq

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Right-handed reliever Jordan Romano and the Los Angeles Angels are in agreement on a one-year, $2 million contract, sources tell ESPN. Romano, 32, heads to an Angels team loading up on reclamation projects in hopes of recapturing the form that landed him on two All-Star teams.

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The Mariners signed catcher Andrew Knizner to a one-year contract

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The Royals officially announced their 5-year contract extension with Maikel Garcia.

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Is there any reason to be concerned about the Orioles’ Pete Alonso signing? Here’s an in-depth look at the situation:

#MLB

https://t.co/tCghVt0Bv7

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The Rangers acquired right-handed pitcher Carter Baumler from the Pirates for right-handed pitcher Jaiker Garcia and cash considerations, per press release.

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The Atlanta #Braves and outfielder Mike Yastrzemski are in agreement on a two-year, $23 million contract. Here’s my analysis of the signing:

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LA Angels manager Kurt Suzuki was asked about Anthony Rendon's MLB future: "I don't know, obviously I've seen the stories out there. Until the higher-ups tell me otherwise, I'm going to be expecting him at Spring Training until told otherwise," Suzuki said.

#MLB #Angels

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The Chicago White Sox won the MLB Draft Lottery

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Can confirm the Phillies and Kyle Schwarber are in agreement on a $150 million contract for five years. @JeffPassan was on it.

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Edwin Díaz and the Dodgers are in agreement on a deal, a source tells ESPN. @WillSammon was on it.

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Zac Gallen does not have a deal and is not close to finalizing one.