Last updated: March 23, 2026, 3:30 AM ET
MLB Player Transactions & Discipline
The Philadelphia Phillies secured their ace left-hander long-term, agreeing to a new six-year contract with Cristopher Sanchez, locking down a key piece of their rotation ahead of the regular season. Meanwhile, the New York Mets face an immediate roster shuffle after outfielder Mike Tauchman required surgery to repair a torn meniscus on a knee injury sustained recently, jeopardizing his projected spot after signing a minor league deal last month. Separately, on the international front, Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena issued an apology to Mariners teammate Cal Raleigh following expletive-laced comments exchanged during the World Baseball Classic earlier this month.
Baseball Memorabilia Records
In the auction market, memorabilia surrounding the recent World Baseball Classic continues to command premium prices, as the jersey worn by Shohei Ohtani during Japan's dominant 13-0 victory over Chinese Taipei on March 6 officially sold for a record $1,500,010 via MLB Auctions late Sunday. This staggering sale price confirms the massive commercial appeal surrounding the two-way superstar as the league gears up for Opening Day.