Major League Baseball’s exhibition season is less than a week away from getting underway, meaning that teams have precious few days left to apply the finishing touches to their rosters. In other words, the offseason isn’t over yet — even if it is on its last legs. Below, CBS Sports has compiled all of Saturday’s rumors, moves, and news in one convenient viewing place.
Phillies, Realmuto open to extension
Veteran backstop J.T. Realmuto figures to be the top catcher available on the free-agent market this winter — provided, that is, he actually hits the open market. Both Realmuto and the Phillies have interest in reaching an agreement before then that would keep him in Philly, according to Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
“Obviously, I have interest in coming back to the Phillies,” Realmuto told Lauber. “I love being here. My wife loves it here, my family. Their friends are all in the organization. So, there’s certainly interest on our end. I would hope the Phillies have interest, as well.”
