2026 Season Preview & Offseason Coverage
The 2025-26 MLB offseason has been one for the ages. Juan Soto's record $765 million deal with the Mets set the tone, and teams have responded with aggressive moves across the league. Stay here for daily updates, betting analysis, and 2026 season projections as we count down to Opening Day.
Juan Soto Signs Record $765M Deal with Mets
The biggest contract in baseball history lands the game's best hitter in Queens. Soto spurned the Yankees' $760M offer to join Steve Cohen's spending spree. The Mets are now heavy NL East favorites at -130.
Full Analysis →Orioles Go All-In: Alonso, Helsley & More
After missing the playoffs in 2025, Baltimore responded with a blockbuster winter. Pete Alonso (5yr/$155M), closer Ryan Helsley, and trades for Taylor Ward and Shane Baz transform this roster. Grade: A-
Full Breakdown →Dylan Cease Lands in Toronto for $210M
The Blue Jays add a true ace to pair with Kevin Gausman. Cease brings a 2.89 career ERA and elite strikeout stuff to the AL East. Toronto's pitching now rivals anyone in baseball.
Betting Impact →Corbin Burnes Chooses Arizona ($210M)
The 2021 NL Cy Young winner wanted to stay in Arizona where he lives, and the D-backs made it happen. Burnes-Gallen gives Arizona one of baseball's best 1-2 punches. Win total: 88.5 and climbing.
Division Preview →Willy Adames Gets $182M from San Francisco
Buster Posey's first major move as team president was a big one. Adames brings 30+ homer power and elite defense to a Giants team looking to return to contention.
Contract Details →Red Sox Add Bregman & Sonny Gray
Boston finally opened the checkbook, landing two-time World Series champion Alex Bregman and veteran ace Sonny Gray. The Red Sox have the infield to compete in the loaded AL East.
Team Preview →Major Offseason Signings Tracker
| Player | Team | Contract | AAV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Soto (OF) | New York Mets | 15 yr / $765M | $51.0M |
| Dylan Cease (SP) | Toronto Blue Jays | 7 yr / $210M | $30.0M |
| Corbin Burnes (SP) | Arizona Diamondbacks | 6 yr / $210M | $35.0M |
| Willy Adames (SS) | San Francisco Giants | 7 yr / $182M | $26.0M |
| Pete Alonso (1B) | Baltimore Orioles | 5 yr / $155M | $31.0M |
| Kyle Schwarber (OF) | Philadelphia Phillies | 5 yr / $150M | $30.0M |
| Alex Bregman (3B) | Boston Red Sox | 6 yr / $156M | $26.0M |
| Edwin Díaz (CL) | Los Angeles Dodgers | 3 yr / $69M | $23.0M |
Early 2026 Win Total Best Bets
Which teams offer value before the season starts? We break down opening win totals and identify the best over/under plays for the 2026 season.
View Picks →2026 World Series Odds Update
The Mets have surged to +550 favorites after signing Soto. Dodgers (+600), Phillies (+800), and Orioles (+1200) round out the top tier. See our value picks.
Current Odds →