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Major League Baseball executives are gathered in Las Vegas for the General Manager Meetings, where roster maneuvering is picking up speed under the threat of an impending owner-implemented lockout when the collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1. With the possibility of no traditional Winter Meetings this winter, front offices are working quickly to address team needs before the deadline.
Yankees Target Alec Bohm to Upgrade Third Base
The New York Yankees are searching for improvements at third base following persistent offensive struggles from Ryan McMahon. According to the New York Post, Philadelphia Phillies free agent Alec Bohm has emerged as a potential target for general manager Brian Cashman. The 30-year-old Bohm posts a career 101 OPS+ and overcame a slow April to deliver a strong second half in 2026. While defensive metrics remain a concern, New York appears willing to accept his fielding limitations to boost run production.
Cashman publicly confirmed that the organization is actively seeking offensive upgrades across the roster. “He’s signed through next year for us, but I definitely know we need to improve production in a lot of different spots on the club if we can,” Cashman told reporters on Tuesday. “So we’ll be open-minded to finding what we can run into if it’s there.”
Blue Jays Join High-Stakes Pursuit for Tarik Skubal
The market for top free-agent starting pitcher Tarik Skubal is expanding rapidly. The New York Post reports that the Toronto Blue Jays have joined a competitive group of suitors that already includes the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, Chicago Cubs, and San Diego Padres. The Dodgers, who acquired Skubal before the trade deadline, plan to meet directly with the ace, according to general manager Brandon Gomes.
According to The Athletic, Los Angeles favors offering Skubal a short-term contract featuring a high average annual value, similar to the deal signed by Kyle Tucker. Meanwhile, Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns clarified on Tuesday that his organization is prepared to commit to long-term contracts for elite pitching if the circumstances align.
Red Sox Shopping Jarren Duran and Pursuing Seiya Suzuki
The Boston Globe reports that the Boston Red Sox are actively placing outfielder Jarren Duran on the trade block. Duran, 30, has two years of team control remaining. He posted a productive .276/.339/.471 line with 17 home runs and 32 stolen bases per season from 2023 through 2025, but saw his average fall to .207 in 2026.
Boston is simultaneously pursuing free-agent outfielder Seiya Suzuki to add right-handed power to their lineup. With Wilyer Abreu established in right field, the Red Sox would likely slot Suzuki into left field or the designated hitter role if a deal is completed.
Mariners Eye Suzuki; Padres Seek Pivetta Reunion
The Seattle Times reports that the Seattle Mariners are favoring a pursuit of Suzuki rather than re-signing free-agent outfielder Randy Arozarena, who was their top performer last season. Both outfielders will be entering their age-32 seasons in 2027.
In San Diego, the Padres declined their club option on starting pitcher Nick Pivetta, but lead decision-maker AJ Preller told reporters, including Marty Caswell, that the team remains eager to negotiate a new contract. Pivetta delivered strong results on the mound in 2026, though elbow injuries limited him to just eight regular-season starts.
Elsewhere, The Athletic reports that multiple teams have inquired about Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews, the former No. 2 overall pick in 2023, and Washington has not ruled out a trade. Meanwhile, Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias dismissed speculation about a full roster rebuild following back-to-back playoff misses, telling reporters at the GM Meetings, “A lot of our key, core players are very unlikely to go anywhere,” signaling that star shortstop Gunnar Henderson will stay in Baltimore.
