First off congrats to the Royals for an epic run at the World Series...

We are well into the off season and a bunch of moves have already been made. I know we don't have a HUGE following yet on Slaent but still love to talk shop!

Some of the bigger moves so far:

The Atlanta Braves traded Andrelton Simmons to the Los Angeles Angels for Erick Aybar and top pitching prospects Sean Newcomb and Chris Ellis on Thursday night.

The Boston Red Sox have acquired four-time National League All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel from the San Diego Padres in exchange for several prospects.

Three-time All-Star catcher Matt Wieters has agreed to a one-year, $15.8 million qualifying offer with the Baltimore Orioles, saying he arrived at the decision after praying and talking at length with his family.

Seattle added to its bullpen Thursday, acquiring 38-year-old right-hander Joaquin Benoit from the San Diego Padres for two minor league prospects -- right-handed pitcher Enyel De Los Santos and infielder Nelson Ward.

Free agent right-hander Marco Estrada agreed Friday to a $26 million, two-year contract to remain with the Toronto Blue Jays.

The Seattle Mariners trade shortstop/outfielder Brad Miller, first baseman Logan Morrison and right-hander Danny Farquhar to the Tampa Bay Rays for right-hander Nathan Karns, left-hander C.J. Riefenhauser and minor league outfielder Boog Powell.

Of course none of the big names, outside of Wieters, have moved or resigned yet.

A couple of big name players who have joined the free agent market that includes David Price, Justin Upton, Jason Heyward, Alex Gordon and Johnny Cueto

Daniel Murphy turns down $15.8 million qualifying offer from Mets

RHP Jordan Zimmermann declines @Nationals’ $15.8M qualifying offer; he is a free agent.

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