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The Corey Kluber trade rumors haven’t dissipated in the new year. The Padres and Dodgers are still involved. But whether it’s in Cleveland, San Diego or Los Angeles, will Kluber be able to maintain his elite performance in 2019 and beyond?

It’s Hot Stove season, and MLB.com is keeping track of all the latest free agent and trade rumors right here.

Beat reporter Jenifer Langosch answers another round of questions from Cardinals fans.

The slow pace of the offseason has threatened to lull us to sleep at times, but the light bulb went on in the last few days. And between that gathering momentum and the salary-arbitration deadline, Friday was an interesting day on the Hot Stove. In case you need help catching up, here’s a rundown of Friday’s seven biggest news items and what they mean moving forward.

Manny Machado has been one of the game’s best players since debuting in 2012, and he is set to cash in as a first-time free agent this offseason. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the infielder.

The Yankees have agreed on a two-year, $24 million contract with infielder DJ LeMahieu, pending a physical, a source confirms to MLB.com insider Mark Feinsand. The club has not commented.

Mookie Betts set a new standard for players of his status Friday, as the reigning American League Most Valuable Player Award winner and the Red Sox have avoided arbitration with a one-year, $20 million deal for the 2019 season, according to sources. The club has not confirmed the agreement.

The Yankees are nearing a two-year deal with infielder DJ LeMahieu, according to multiple reports. The club has not commented.

Astros All-Star infielder Alex Bregman underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow today to remove loose bodies, Astros President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Jeff Luhnow announced Friday.

With a few big names (Yasmani Grandal, Brian Dozier, Jed Lowrie) having come off the shelves in the last couple of days, it’s as good a time as any to take stock not just of what’s left out there but what’s needed out there.