Michael Soroka Signs One-Year Deal with Nationals

The Oakland Athletics have reportedly signed former Atlanta Braves third baseman Gio Urshela to a one-year deal as they seek to stabilize their third base position ahead of their inaugural season in West Sacramento. Last season, the A's struggled with their third base production, cycling through multiple players and finishing with a dismal combined performance. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Braves are looking to replace underperforming shortstop Orlando Arcia and may pursue veteran Jose Iglesias in free agency. In a notable move, former Braves pitcher Michael Soroka has signed a one-year, $9 million contract with the Washington Nationals after a challenging season with the Chicago White Sox, where he struggled as a starter but excelled in relief. Soroka, a former All-Star, aims to revive his career in Washington, which has a young and inexperienced rotation. The recent transactions reflect both teams' efforts to address key weaknesses as they prepare for the upcoming season.