The Mariners claimed Hagen Danner off waivers from the Blue Jays. (Source: Daniel Kramer on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Danner had been designated for assignment by Toronto last month. He'll compete for a depth role in the Mariners bullpen in spring training.
Braxton Garrett is expected to miss the entire 2025 season after undergoing a revision surgery on the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow with an internal brace. (Source: Craig Mish on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Garrett suffered the injury at the end of last season. He has struggled with injuries, but has shown flashes of his upside when he has been healthy. He'll look to make a full recovery for the 2026 season.
Martin Perez has agreed to a deal with the Chicago White Sox. It is for $3.5 million for 2025 and a $10 million mutual option or $1.5 million buyout for 2026. (Source: Jon Heyman on X)
Fantasy Impact: The 33-year-old lefty heads to the White Sox after spending time with the Pirates and Padres in 2024. He'll compete for a spot in the wide open White Sox rotation.
Brandon Woodruff, who is recovering from shoulder surgery, is aiming to be ready for Opening Day. (Source: Adam McCalvy)
Fantasy Impact: Woodruff is throwing multiple bullpen sessions every week. His status will be worth continuing to monitor over the next couple of months.
The Astros signed Blake Weiman to a minor league deal.
Fantasy Impact: Weiman spent most of last season in Double-A of the Cubs organization. He'll likely open the season in Double-A or Triple-A for Houston.
The White Sox signed Bobby Dalbec to a minor league deal.
Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Dalbec showed flashes during his time with the Red Sox, but he was never able to put it together in a consistent fashion.
The Rays signed Drew Rasmussen to a two-year, $8.5 million contract extension with an $8 million club option for 2027.
Fantasy Impact: Rasmussen can earn upwards of $20 million with certain performance incentives. He'll be a late-round flier in fantasy drafts as he is expected to return to the Rays starting rotation.
Amed Rosario has agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal with the Washington Nationals. (Source: Mark Feinsand on X)
Fantasy Impact: The 29-year-old heads to Washington after spending time with the Rays, Dodgers, and Reds in 2024. He will likely play a role off the bench for the Nationals in 2025.
The San Francisco Giants signed Justin Verlander to a one-year deal. (Source: Ken Rosenthal on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Verlander struggled last season with the Astros, but he'll still add some experience to the Giants starting rotation. He will likely slide into the middle of the rotation alongside Logan Webb, Robbie Ray and Jordan Hicks.
The Rangers traded Owen White to the Reds for cash considerations.
Fantasy Impact: White had been designated for assignment by Texas. It is unclear what role he'll play with the Reds after making both starts and relief appearances with the Rangers last season.
The Royals signed Cavan Biggio to a minor league deal.
Fantasy Impact: Biggio made appearances with the Blue Jays, Dodgers and Braves last season. He will compete for a utility role heading into Opening Day with Kansas City.