The Mets signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking $765 million deal, the Yankees landed Max Fried with a $218 million deal, and the Diamondbacks added ace Corbin Burnes on a $210 million pact. However, several teams, including the Royals, Twins, Padres, Mariners, and Cardinals, have not made any free agency signings. Among the top 15 remaining free agents, Roki Sasaki, a 23-year-old RHP, is predicted to sign with either the Yankees or Padres due to his ties to Japanese players. Alex Bregman, a 30-year-old 3B, is likely to land with the Red Sox on a shorter deal with higher annual value and opt-outs. Anthony Santander, a 30-year-old RF, is expected to sign with a non-contending team like the Blue Jays for his power hitting abilities.
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Pogačar surges to victory at Flèche Wallonne with trademark attack
Cycling star Tadej Pogačar secured his second Flèche Wallonne victory with a powerful climb up the Mur de Huy, finishing alone in 4 hours, 50 minutes, 15 seconds. Frenchman Kévin Vauquelin and British rider Tom Pidcock followed in second and third, respectively, while the race faced challenging weather conditions, including driving rain. Notably, Danish rider Mattias Skjelmose, who won the Amstel Gold race last week, had to abandon after crashing during the race. Full Article
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