Seattle's Edwin Diaz and Milwaukee's Josh Hader were honored as the top relievers in their respective leagues on Saturday, topping off dominant seasons for both pitchers.
The Cubs filled a big need on Wednesday, acquiring lefty reliever Mike Montgomery in a four-player trade with the Mariners, according to a source familiar with the deal.
Luke Gregerson wants to remain the Houston Astros' closer even though the team added the hard-throwing Ken Giles this offseason.
Reliever Ken Giles has been traded from the Phillies to the Astros for two pitchers and two players to be named later, according to ESPN's Jim Bowden and multiple reports.
Reliever Darren O'Day, who has established himself as one of the game's premier setup men, has agreed to a four-year deal with the Orioles, according to sources.
The Mets manager initially had told his ace the night was over after eight scoreless innings but reversed course after a brief conversation.
