MLB Hot Stove 2026: Major Trades, Injuries, and Spring Schedule Updates

The MLB hot stove is blazing with major moves shaking up the league. Nolan Arenado was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Cardinals, who are eating most of his salary, while reliever Ryne Stanek signed with St. Louis post-trade. Ranger Suárez landed a massive five-year, $130 million deal with the Boston Red Sox to bolster their rotation. In a three-team blockbuster, Josh Lowe went to the Angels, Gavin Lux to the Rays, and the Reds grabbed bullpen arms. The Yankees added depth by acquiring Ryan Weathers from the Marlins, and Tarik Skubal's arbitration filing sparked trade buzz with a $32 million ask against the Tigers' $19 million offer.

Injuries hit hard: Braves shortstop Ha Seong Kim tore a finger tendon in Korea and faces 4-5 months out after surgery, prompting Atlanta to eye Jorge Mateo. Max Kepler drew an 80-game suspension, sidelining the former Twin.

On the field, Guardians edged the Diamondbacks last night with key plays from Jose Ramirez, who homered to make it 4-1, and strong pitching from Corbin Burnes. In other action, the Brewers topped the Tigers 5-1 behind homers from Christian Yelich, Rhys Hoskins, and Sal Frelick.

Off-field, Ryan Pressly retired and joined the Twins front office with Michael A. Taylor. Clayton Kershaw committed to Team USA for the WBC and will analyze for NBC Sunday Night Baseball. The Royals pulled in their Kauffman Stadium fences by 10 feet to boost power. MLB announced the 2026 Spring Breakout schedule from March 19-22, spotlighting prospects like Konnor Griffin and Kevin Mcgonigle, plus the top 100 prospects reveal on Friday.

NBC released its 2026 slate with 20 games, including Opening Day and Sunday nights. Look for the Hall of Fame class announcement soon.

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