MLB in brief: John Mozeliak's tenure draws to a close | Kiké Hernandez with the Angels?

John Mozeliak's term draws to a close

The Cardinals president of baseball operations has two years left on his contract and he believes that after that, that will be it.

John Mozeliak #Cardinals just told us he has 2-years left on his contract and he believes that will be it for him in this particular role.

— Jim Bowden⚾️🏈 (@JimBowdenGM) January 14, 2024

Rangers and Yankees battle for Hector Neris

They would be the favorites.

Kiké Hernandez with the Angels?

This would change everything… or not.

The Giants, still the favorites for Matt Chapman

The Cubs are also a possibility, Bob Nightengale believes.

Tea #SFGiants appear to be the favorites for free-agent 3B Matt Chapman, per @BNightengale

Nightengale in his latest article says: “It's hard to imagine seeing free-agent third baseman Matt Chapman anywhere but the San Francisco Giants or possibly the Chicago Cubs.” pic.twitter.com/nQ5opr5Atj

— MLB Deadline News (@MLBDeadlineNews) January 14, 2024

Jordan Montgomery, again according to Nightengale, should return to Texas.

What will Davis Schneider do in 2024?

Expectations will be present, in his case.

Davis Schneider's fantasy value is expected to shoot up in the 2024 season, per Baseball America. He's gearing up for something great.
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— Jays Journal (@JaysJournal) January 14, 2024

A name to watch

Ethan Salas may only be 17 years old, but he will soon arrive in San Diego.