MLB in brief: Byron Buxton at the World Baseball Classic

Byron Buxton at the World Classic

The Americans will be good.

Byron Buxton has been added to Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic pic.twitter.com/kT1NYcSlEq

– B/R Walk-Off (@BRWalkoff) January 12, 2026

Rafael Lantigua in Toronto

We're talking about a minor league deal.

According to my sources, shortstop Rafael Lantigua has reached an agreement with the Toronto Blue Jays. It is a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. #Toros #BlueJays pic.twitter.com/t4anA9wBX3

– Mike Rodriguez (@mikedeportes) January 11, 2026

Chicago celebrates

The addition of Alex Bregman changes the game.

The Cubs' addition of Alex Bregman is a “game-changer” for their championship hopes in 2026, @DavidHaugh says.

“You're talking about one of the best teams in the National League, good enough to challenge the Dodgers,” he says. “Yes, they're good enough to challenge the Dodgers.” pic.twitter.com/HkvM76ityD

– 670 The Score (@670TheScore) January 12, 2026

The Cubs and the player have been trading offers for weeks.

The Cubs were trading multiple offers with Alex Bregman for weeks, per @MLBBruceLevine. pic.twitter.com/ozecyGvhwc

– Cubs Zone (@CubsZone) January 12, 2026

Cody Bellinger holds on to his seven-year contract

Will the Yankees give in?

The Yankees and free agent Cody Bellinger's stare-down continues with one month before spring training:
The Yankees have offered a 5-year contract between $155-$160 million without deferrals.
Bellinger is seeking at least a 7-year deal.

– Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) January 12, 2026

Christian Walker: little interest across the league

Obviously.

“Trade interest in Walker remains almost nonexistent,” per @Chandler_Rome pic.twitter.com/kHAU8eh7Xz

– SleeperAstros (@SleeperAstros) January 12, 2026

Seranthony Dominguez with the Twins?

Possibly, yes.

Twins Have Shown Interest In Seranthony Domínguez https://t.co/IYVmHaxvYc pic.twitter.com/uYFakvAUWg

– MLB Trade Rumors (@mlbtraderumors) January 12, 2026

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