The New York Yankees made a significant move by signing pitcher Max Fried to an eight-year, $218 million contract. Meanwhile, Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki was posted by his team, sparking interest from major league clubs. Sasaki, known for his impressive pitching skills, is expected to draw bids from all 30 teams despite restrictions on his contract due to his age and experience. The Yankees, Mets, and Dodgers are among the big-market teams vying for Sasaki, who is not expected to finalize his contract until January 15. This offseason could see a shift in free agency dynamics with smaller-market teams potentially having an advantage in signing the talented pitcher.
Source: https://www.newsweek.com/sports/mlb/yankees-dodgers-mets-begin-pursuit-roki-sasaki-1998871