World Baseball Network is tracking notable minor league contract signings from January 2026, including veteran MLB talent, bounce-back bats, and bullpen depth additions across several organizations. Many of these deals include non-roster invitations (NRI) to MLB spring training, giving players a path to compete for Opening Day roles.
Jonathan Loáisiga Signs Minor League Deal With Arizona Diamondbacks
Former New York Yankees right-hander Jonathan Loáisiga agreed to a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, a deal that includes an invitation to MLB spring training.
Jonathan Loáisiga and the Diamondbacks are in agreement on a minor-league deal with an invitation to spring training, sources tell ESPN.
— Jorge Castillo (@jorgecastillo) January 13, 2026
Loáisiga, 31, has been one of the highest-upside relievers of his generation when healthy, highlighted by his standout 2021 season with the Yankees. Arizona adds a potential late-inning weapon if he’s able to stay on the mound.
Eloy Jiménez Agrees To Minor League Deal With Toronto Blue Jays, Gets Spring Invite
The Toronto Blue Jays are set to add free-agent slugger Eloy Jiménez on a minor league contract that includes an invitation to MLB spring training, according to multiple reports.
Eloy Jiménez and the Toronto Blue Jays are in agreement on a minor league contract, per @mikedeportes
The deal includes an invitation to MLB spring training as well.
Jimenez has a career .269 batting average with 95 HR’s and a career 5.3 WAR. #BlueJays #MLB pic.twitter.com/tqJ51PLkH2
— Adiram (@bearsportnews) January 11, 2026
Jiménez joins Toronto as a power-upside flier and potential depth option, depending on his health and how he performs in camp.
Orlando Martínez Signs Minor League Contract With Texas Rangers
Cuban outfielder Orlando Martínez signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers, according to Cuban Baseball Digest.
Cuban OF Orlando Martínez signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers, his agent Gladys Alonso of A&F Sports confirmed.
Martinez, 27, spent last season in Corpus Christi, Astros AA, and is expected to open the 2026 season between Double-A and Triple-A.
— Francys Romero (@francysromeroFR) January 9, 2026
Martínez gets another affiliated opportunity entering 2026 after what was described as a strong showing during the 2025–26 Mexican Pacific League season.
Cleveland Guardians Re-Sign Reliever Pedro Avila To Minor League Deal With Spring Invite
The Cleveland Guardians announced they have re-signed right-hander Pedro Avila to a minor league deal that includes a non-roster invite to MLB spring training.
The Guardians announced they’ve signed Pedro Avila to a Minor League deal with a non-roster invite to Spring Training.
The Orioles also claimed Jhonkensy Noel off waivers, reuniting him with Craig Albernaz.
— Tim Stebbins (@tim_stebbins) January 5, 2026
Cleveland has focused heavily on building bullpen depth this offseason, and Avila returns as a familiar arm who will compete for a spot in camp.
Tayron Guerrero Signs Minor League Deal With Boston Red Sox
Veteran right-hander Tayron Guerrero signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox, as first reported by SoxProspects.
According to my sources, Tayron Guerrero signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox that includes an invitation to spring training. If he makes the team, he will earn $800,000 for the 2026 season. This season with the Gigantes in the Dominican League, he posted a 0.87… pic.twitter.com/gvPvGJwboZ
— Mike Rodriguez (@mikedeportes) January 11, 2026
Guerrero, 35, is a classic velocity bet — a 6-foot-8 power arm who has pitched in MLB.
Guerrero also spent time in Japan’s NPB.
