MLB in brief: Edward Cabrera to New York? | Paul DeJong to the Yankees

Edward Cabrera in New York?

Yankees and Marlins chat.

News with @Ken_Rosenthal: The Yankees are talking to the Miami Marlins about a potential trade for starting pitcher Edward Cabrera. Brian Cashman said last month that he would “love” to add another starter.

More belowhttps://t.co/kJCTwvcTWG

– Chris Kirschner (@ChrisKirschner) January 4, 2026

Happy birthday, Rodger

He's 79 years old.

On this January 4, my best wishes for a happy birthday, and especially for HEALTH, to our friend and colleague Rodger Brulotte!

– Sébastien Goulet (@SebGouletTVAS) January 4, 2026

Paul DeJong with the Yankees

We're talking about a minor league contract.

Paul DeJong agrees to deal with Yankees. Minor league deal, MLB camp invite.

– Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) January 4, 2026

The importance of veterans

The Orioles have added some much-needed players.

The Orioles have added some much-needed durability to their lineup for 2026.@Orioles | #Birdland
https://t.co/iXax8hx4iO pic.twitter.com/dXPMB3nitN

– MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (@MLBNetworkRadio) January 4, 2026

Kazuma Okamoto's stats

Blue Jays fans, what do you think?

Newest Blue Jays signing Kazuma Okamoto has quite the resume in Japan pic.twitter.com/4A4nTXwEa5

– Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) January 4, 2026

The J.T. case Realmuto

How long do the Phillies have to wait before moving on?

The #Phillies are still waiting on a J.T. Realmuto decision before they can move forward with anything else.

There's plenty of offseason to go, but pitchers and catchers report in 37 days.

– Jeff Kerr (@JeffKerrPHL) January 4, 2026

Matt Quatraro stays in KC

He has a contract through 2029 with a team option for 2030.

We have agreed to a three-year contract extension with Manager Matt Quatraro!

The extension will begin in 2027, with a club option for the 2030 season. pic.twitter.com/K6t1REdQ54

– Kansas City Royals (@Royals) January 4, 2026

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