New York Rangers

New York Rangers

Carl Edwards Jr., a former Cub and a 2016 World Series champion, has signed a minor league deal with the Rangers and will report to Triple-A Round Rock. Edwards returns to the organization that drafted him in 2013, though he was traded before debuting in the majors. After a tough few seasons, including time in Mexico and with the Angels, he has recently pitched well as a starter in the Mexican League.

The Bridgeport Islanders can become a playoff team next season due to the structure of the playoffs where six of eight teams qualify in their conference.

Eric Lindros, upon being selected first overall in the 1991 NHL Entry Draft, refused to wear the Quebec Nordiques jersey, indicating his desire for a trade.

Rowdy Tellez will join the Texas Rangers' active roster to replace Jake Burger, who was placed on the injured list due to a strained left quadriceps.

"You didn't really need an offense, honestly. They were making so many plays [and forcing] turnovers," Humphrey said, reflecting on the 2000 Ravens' historical playoff run.

Billy McKinney was re-signed by the Rangers to a minor league contract after a brief MLB stint, showing potential with a strong Triple-A performance before his promotion.

The Rangers finally have the opportunity to lock key forwards into long-term deals instead of settling for bridge deals, which have plagued their roster strategy.

Martinez's batted-ball metrics remained strong, too. He averaged 91 mph off the bat, barreled nearly 15% of his batted balls and saw 45.5% of his batted balls register an exit velocity of at least 95 mph.