Plus, the outlook for the relievers still available on the free-agent market and the teams in need of bullpen help.

The MLB offseason is heating up as trades and free agent signings continuously shake up the league over the winter months.

Veteran outfielder and first baseman Joey Gallo has reportedly drawn interest from several teams following a position change.

The White Sox struck Rule 5 Draft gold with righty Shane Smith last year. He threw 146 ⅓ innings with a 3.81 ERA in 2025, and became only the second Rule 5 Draft pick to go to the All-Star Game the next season, joining Dan Uggla. Most Rule 5 Draft picks are middle relievers and bench guys.

The Toronto Blue Jays had an incredible year in 2025, winning the AL East division title and advancing to the World Series for the first time since 1993. Although Toronto fell in heartbreaking fashion in Game 7 of the Fall Classic,

Last December, the Red Sox traded Teel to Chicago, along with Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth, and Wikelman Gonzalez, in return for star ace Garrett Crochet. At the time of the trade, Teel was Boston's No. 4 prospect.

The Houston Astros have made a made a significant move during Wednesday's Rule 5 draft as they seek to make upgrades to their current big league roster. As firs

Atkins gave his usual word salad answer today when asked about Bichette and whether he can play shortstop on the 2026 Blue Jays. “We have several guys that can play shortstop,” and, “He can play the position. He is.. uh.. an incredible player that would make any team better.”