Yankees free agency and trade buzz: Industry sources expect Yanks and Cubs to make Cody Bellinger deal

'White gold' seen as pivotal to Europe's massive trade deal with South America

Analysts at ING said the significance of critical raw materials like lithium seemed to be "making less headlines" in the coverage of the free trade agreement.

CNBC - Dec. 10

Sources: Closer Romano, Phillies agree to deal

Closer Jordan Romano and the Phillies are in agreement on a contract.

ESPN - Dec. 9

Why Yankees' Juan Soto trade was still worth it, even though he spent just one season in pinstripes

Soto got the Yankees to the World Series and that's all that could be asked of him

CBS Sports - Dec. 9

Sources: Mets land Soto on 15-year, $765M deal

Juan Soto and the Mets are in agreement on a 15-year, $765 million contract, sources told ESPN, the largest deal in professional sports history.

ESPN - Dec. 9

Police find writings critical of insurance industry on man being questioned in UnitedHealthcare shooting, AP source says

ABC News - Dec. 9

Omnicom to Acquire Interpublic in Deal That Will Reshape Advertising Industry

The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday that the companies were in advanced merger talks.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9

MLB free agency predictions for top 10 players left: Alex Bregman joins Red Sox, Pete Alonso stays in NL East

Juan Soto is heading to the Mets, but there are plenty of big names remaining in free agency

CBS Sports - Dec. 9

MLB free agency: Trade market heats up with Garrett Crochet headed to Red Sox. Will Kyle Tucker be dealt next?

Stay up to date with the latest from the baseball hot stove.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9

Dodgers make no apologies for record spending, unprecedented deferred deals

L.A. owes more than $1 billion in deferred money to a star-studded roster. Here's how the Dodgers are doing it.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Predicting Juan Soto's free agency as it nears a conclusion

Our experts weigh in on Soto's most likely landing spot and how much he'll get paid.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Sources: Southern Miss expected to hire Marshall coach Charles Huff

Huff was in the last year of a four-year deal with the Thundering Herd.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8

Source: O'Neill staying in AL East with O's deal

Outfielder Tyler O'Neill and the Orioles have agreed to a 3-year, $49.5 million contract, a source told ESPN, filling a void created by the free agency of slugging outfielder Anthony Santander.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Juan Soto free agency: Yankees and Mets reportedly up their offers to above $700 million

Juan Soto is about to get so, so much money.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8

Juan Soto free agency buzz: Mets, Yankees reportedly up offers to more than $700 million

Here is the latest buzz surrounding Juan Soto's free agency...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8

The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks

The European Union has reached a blockbuster free trade agreement with Brazil, Argentina and the three other South American nations in the Mercosur trade alliance

ABC News - Dec. 6

What's next for Justin Verlander? And what can we expect from his latest foray into free agency?

The almost 42-year-old is looking for his next team after an up-and-down season in 2024.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Finding protection for Drake Maye: Top tackles set to hit free agency

The Patriots need to find a major upgrade at the offensive tackle position this upcoming offseason. Here are the top tackles scheduled to become free agents next spring.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

5 trades we want to see this winter, featuring Garrett Crochet, Cody Bellinger and more

As the hot stove heats up and the winter meetings begin, here are 5 deals that make sense for both sides.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Source: Rangers sitting Trouba; trades on table

The Rangers are sitting captain Jacob Trouba on Friday and discussing possible trades involving the defenseman.

ESPN - Dec. 6

EU, South American Bloc Strike Free-Trade Pact

The preliminary deal to lower tariffs amid protectionist headwinds would become the EU’s largest trade agreement if ratified.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6

MLB rumors: Cubs open to trading two of their best hitters, Rays sign catcher, Mets taking calls on Brett Baty

Here are your hot stove rumors for Friday, Dec. 6

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

EU Commission clinches trade deal with South American Mercosur bloc

Yahoo News - Dec. 6

European Union and Mercosur trade bloc announce free trade deal that’s 25 years in the making

ABC News - Dec. 6

EU strikes blockbuster trade deal with Mercosur

Accord would create market of 700mn by dropping tariffs on more than 90% of goods

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Could Trump Make the Ultimate Deal With Iran?

Over the next four years, the toxic and seemingly unending psychodrama between the United States and Iran may very well see its final act.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Sources: Severino, A's reach 3-year, $67M deal

The Athletics and starting pitcher Luis Severino have reached a three-year, $67M deal that is the largest guarantee in franchise history, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Dec. 5

Yankees among teams to reach out to Cubs for potential Cody Bellinger trade: report

After striking out last offseason on Cody Bellinger, the Yankees are reportedly back in the fold for his services as they are among a few teams who have spoken to the Cubs for a potential trade.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

MLB rumors: Astros make Alex Bregman an offer, Cubs get Cody Bellinger trade calls, Yankees meet with an ace

Here are your hot stove rumors for Thursday, Dec. 5

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Sources: Michigan extends deal for AD Manuel

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel is set to receive a five-year contract extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - Dec. 5

Where were the Orioles in Juan Soto's free agency? Why Baltimore should have been all in on superstar

The Orioles are a perfect fit but they never even showed interest publicly

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Loyd requests trade from Seattle after investigation into Storm shows no bullying, AP Source says

Jewell Loyd wants out of Seattle

ABC News - Dec. 5

Source: Storm's Loyd seeks trade after complaint

All-Star guard Jewell Loyd has requested a trade from the Storm, a source confirmed to ESPN, following the conclusion of an external investigation into allegations of harassment and bullying by the ...

ESPN - Dec. 5

MLB rumors: Yankees eye ace, Plan B if they lose Juan Soto, Phillies talk trade option for Alec Bohm

Here are your hot stove rumors for Wednesday, Dec. 4

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

MLB free agency: Where does the starting pitching market stand after signings of Blake Snell, Yusei Kikuchi and others?

Six of the top 20 free-agent starting pitchers have already inked new deals. What can we learn from their contracts?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Source: Soto nearing decision on free agency

Juan Soto's free agency is nearing its final stages, with a source saying the star could pick his destination by the end of this week.

ESPN - Dec. 4

Sources: Chapman, Red Sox agree on 1-year deal

Reliever Aroldis Chapman and the Red Sox have agreed to a one-year, $10.75 million contract.

ESPN - Dec. 3

MLB free agency: Red Sox add Aroldis Chapman to bullpen on one-year, $10.75 million deal, per report

Chapman's velocity may not be as gaudy as it once was but he can still sling a fastball

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Europe must make a choice on the steel industry

There is considerable investment into the green transition waiting to be activated, once policy clarity is achieved

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Americans expected to spend $13 billion total on Cyber Monday deals

Consumers are focusing on finding deals on Cyber Monday and American spending is expected to rise compared to 2023. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down the spending trends for 2024.

CBS News - Dec. 2

Cubs add Matthew Boyd to rotation with $29 million, 2-year contract, AP source says

The Chicago Cubs have added Matthew Boyd to their rotation in their first big offseason move, agreeing to a $29 million, two-year contract with the veteran left-hander

ABC News - Dec. 2

Latest in Yankees free agency and trade buzz: Industry sources expect Yanks and Cubs to make Cody Bellinger deal

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