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The Toronto Blue Jays' latest free signee reportedly failed physicals with two different teams before signing a three-year, $33 million contract.

The Philadelphia Phillies are highly unlikely to sign Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. Perhaps the next best thing is signing someone related to him? The Phillies signed Nieves Izaguirre ...

The Braves announced an intriguing roster addition on Friday in what has been a quiet offseason for the team. The Atlanta Braves claimed right-handed pitcher Amos Willingham off waivers from the Washington Nationals, the team announced on Friday. Atlanta also announced that they designated right-handed pitcher Allan Winans for assignment.

Jeff Hoffman signed with the Blue Jays, but before that, his deal with the Braves fell through when he failed his physical.

There are proven closers available, and the Phillies are down one late-inning reliever. But there is time to make the math work at the most volatile position on the roster.

Wagner was elected in his 10th and final year on the ballot with 82.5% of the vote. Chase Utley climbed to 39.8% in his second year.

The Philadelphia Phillies don't need to acquire an ace this offseason, because they already have one. In fact, they might have the best starting pitcher in all

With superstar headlines making waves left and right — like Juan Soto inking the richest contract in history to play for the rival Mets while the Dodgers and Yankees continue to add payroll — the Phils' front office has been sitting on its hands amid trade rumors swirling. It understandably feels a little disappointing.

The Philadelphia Phillies first baseman recently took to social media to endorse his pick for the MLB super team lineup.

While the Atlanta Braves did not end up signing Jeff Hoffman this offseason, it seems as though that may end up being the safest and smartest decision.