MLB Hot Stove tracker: Live updates on news, rumors, signings and trades for 2026 free agency

On Dec. 2, 2026, the baseball world will likely be coming to a complete halt. In most offseasons, big moves would happen throughout the winter — but this year, the impending lengthy lockout means that there could be a significant flurry of acquisitions before the final month of the year even arrives.With the Milwaukee Brewers crowned as the 2026 World Series champions, and before the player's union and owners focus on negotiations over a potential salary cap and more, November is expected to be a sped-up version of a typical MLB offseason.