Long absence for Ha-Seong Kim
He underwent surgery on a finger after falling on ice. He will miss four to five months from now.
Braves announce INF Ha-Seong Kim sustained a hand injury and underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger. Expected recovery time is 4-5 months. pic.twitter.com/lRAWPHvD2A
– MLB (@MLB) January 18, 2026
The league's best players
The countdown continues.
We've now entered the Top 50 on @MLBNetwork's #Top100RightNow!
Roman Anthony comes in at No. 41 after an elite rookie season in Boston. pic.twitter.com/lwVyTdFjAC
– MLB (@MLB) January 18, 2026
Nationals continue to talk to other clubs
Will they make a move before camp?
“We're an attractive landing spot for folks who want to compete.”
Are the #Nationals planning to make more moves this offseason?
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– MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (@MLBNetworkRadio) January 18, 2026
Speaking of the Nats: Cade Cavalli avoids arbitration.
Cade Cavalli and Nats settled, avoiding an arbitration hearing
$870,000/1. 2026 option 2027.
$862,500 – 2026
Club Option 2027 for $4,000,000 or $7,500 buyout
– Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) January 18, 2026
The importance of depth
Matt Shaw will have his uses.
“Having depth is really valuable.”
After making a splash for Alex Bregman, the #Cubs are weighing their options for how best to utilize the versatility on the team:
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– MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (@MLBNetworkRadio) January 18, 2026
Shane McClanahan lost his father
Sad news.
#Rays P Shane McClanahan posted on IG about the passing of his father: pic.twitter.com/ZpNgOVh8gr
– Marc Topkin (@TBTimes_Rays) January 18, 2026
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