Spring coaching has opened for every of the 30 Main League Baseball groups, so it is honest to name it the baseball preseason. Nonetheless, there are probably some trades coming and a handful of necessary free brokers to be signed. Let’s collect the information and rumors of the day proper right here. 

D-backs add Graveman

The Diamondbacks have signed free agent right-hander Kendall Graveman to a one-year deal price $1.35 million (by way of MLB.com). The 34-year-old reliever missed the entire 2024 season after recovering from shoulder surgical procedure however is reportedly full-go now getting into the spring. In 2023, he pitched for the White Sox (45 video games) and Astros (23), posting a 3.12 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 66 strikeouts towards 36 walks in 66⅓ innings. He is served as a better at occasions, however principally in a setup function. 

Arizona has Justin Martinez within the nearer spot, as issues stand, with A.J. Puk, Kevin Ginkel and Ryan Thompson as setup choices. Anticipate Graveman to affix that group and he’d be a closing possibility if Martinez ever falters. 

Guardians signal Junis

The Guardians have signed versatile pitcher Jakob Junis to a one-year, $4.5 million deal, in keeping with ESPN. The 32-year-old right-hander appeared in 24 video games final season, beginning six and ending 4. He is labored in just about any pitching function there’s and the Guardians are very adept at getting essentially the most out of pitchers, so this can be a good match. 

Final season, he pitched to a 2.69 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and struck out 51 whereas solely strolling eight in 67 innings.