Commissioner Rob Manfred floated the idea of an in-season tournament similar to the NBA Cup. It offers possibilities, and brings challenges.

As things stand, Philadelphia's options at catcher are career backups Rafael Marchán and Garrett Stubbs. Victor Caratini and Jonah Heim are the top free agent catchers behind Realmuto, and trade candidates include Ryan Jeffers ( Twins) and Tyler Stephenson ( Reds ). One way or another, expect the Phillies to add a backstop in the coming weeks.

The New York Mets are still "very much" in the mix for outfielder Kyle Tucker, but they have some "stiff" competition, most notably the Toronto Blue Jays (with the Los Angeles Dodgers in the mix as well).

The Atlanta Braves made a roster move on Friday, claiming right-handed relief pitcher George Soriano off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles. To clear space on the 40-man roster, the club designated infielder Brett Wisely for assignment.

Sources told ESPN that nine Major League Baseball teams have terminated their contracts with Main Street Sports Group, the RSN operator that again finds itself in deep financial trouble.

Splashy signings in free agency and blockbuster trades grab headlines, but there is no substitute to the ability to identify and develop homegrown talent when it comes to assembling a successful MLB roster.

Fans react to the 80-game suspension MLB dished out to Max Kepler after his subpar solo season with the Phillies.

The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-hander Edward Cabrera in a trade with the Miami Marlins that sends top outfield prospect Owen Caissie and two other hitting prospects to Miami, sources tell ESPN. Deal is done and official. Players are being informed now.