"A number of veterans on minor league deals have uniform opt-out clauses in their contracts scheduled for today. That'll provide them an opportunity to return to free agency before Opening Day, though they'll have additional opportunities to do so later in the year. Among the most notable players on that list are Padres righty Walker Buehler, Braves lefty Martín Pérez, Mets reliever Craig Kimbrel, Cubs outfielder Michael Conforto, and Guardians first baseman Rhys Hoskins."
"The Twins have been shopping catcher Alex Jackson before the season begins. Jackson was initially signed with a likely path toward being part of the club's catching tandem, but after a change in philosophy during the offseason thanks to movement at the ownership level, the Twins wound up not only keeping Ryan Jeffers but also signing Victor Caratini to a two-year deal. That leaves Jackson as the third catcher, and since he's out of minor league options, the Twins figure to see if there would be any takers."
"The Royals have indicated an openness to moving southpaw Bailey Falter. Like Jackson, he's out of minor league options. Falter doesn't have a path to a rotation spot with Cole Ragans, Michael Wacha, Noah Cameron and the Royals may not want to dedicate his $3.6MM salary to a swingman."
Several significant roster moves are anticipated in baseball today. Veterans with opt-out clauses in their minor league contracts have the opportunity to return to free agency, with over 30 eligible players including prominent names from the Padres, Braves, Mets, Cubs, and Guardians. Teams must decide whether to add these players to their 40-man rosters or allow them to opt out. Additionally, late spring trades appear likely, with the Twins shopping catcher Alex Jackson due to organizational changes and the addition of other catchers, while the Royals consider trading southpaw Bailey Falter, who lacks a clear path to their rotation and carries a $3.6MM salary.
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