MLB rumors: Red Sox sign Justin Turner; Astros re-sign Michael Brantley; Cubs

Most of the big-name free agents are off the board, but plenty of calendar remains in the 2022-23 MLB offseason. As such, there are also still plenty of rumors left in the 2022-23 MLB offseason. Speaking of which, you can find Sunday’s crop of rumors just below. 

The Astros have reportedly re-signed stalwart Michael Brantley. It’s a one-year contract worth $12 million with another $4 million in incentives. In 2022, Brantley was limited to 64 games by a shoulder injury that required season-ending surgery in August. He is expected to be ready to resume baseball activities in time for spring training. The 35-year-old has been one of the game’s most productive contact hitters throughout his career, though he figures to spend more time at DH than in left field at this point in his career.

The Red Sox have reportedly signed Justin Turner to a two-year contract worth $22 million. The deal includes an opt out after 2023. Turner is expected to play first base and DH, and he essentially replaces J.D. Martinez in the lineup. Martinez…