One of the most recent and notable signings is that of veteran reliever Aroldis Chapman, who has agreed to a one-year deal with the Boston Red Sox. Chapman, known for his powerful fastball, brings a wealth of experience and a strong arm to the Red Sox bullpen, which could be a crucial addition as they look to strengthen their pitching staff[2].
In other news, the Los Angeles Angels have been highly active in the offseason, making several key signings in an effort to break their postseason drought. The Angels, who had the worst season in franchise history in 2024 with a 63-99 record, have signed veteran starter Yusei Kikuchi to a three-year, $63 million contract, along with veteran right-handed starter Kyle Hendricks, catcher Travis d'Arnaud, and infielder Kevin Newman. They have also acquired power-hitting outfielder Jorge Soler and infielder Scott Kingery. These moves indicate a serious push by the Angels to return to competitive form[1].
The Toronto Blue Jays are also making waves in the offseason, with speculation surrounding their potential pursuit of star outfielder Juan Soto. While nothing is confirmed, the Blue Jays' interest in Soto highlights their ambition to bolster their lineup and make a significant impact in the upcoming season[3].
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