It is January 3, so the slow portion of the MLB offseason continues. We've still got some big-name free agents available while some trade candidates haven't yet been moved, so some stuff needs to happen before spring training.

Pete Alonso’s rumors continue to swirl as more teams emerge as contenders for the slugger. The New York Mets have Juan Soto and they have not offered Alonso a contract that suits him. Alonso declined his qualifying offer and the Mets were reportedly considering a short-term deal worth $90 million.

The Los Angeles Angels have made offseason moves to improve on the worst season in franchise history. Yusei Kikuchi and Kyle Hendricks are there to top the rotation. Jorge Soler is the power bat they needed in the lineup and Travis D’Arnaud will be their backup catcher.