Lookout Linkage, 1/20/15

Good morning everyone! Here's the latest from around the league:

• Robinson Cano has reportedly wrapped up his stint with his hometown team in the Dominican Republic.
• The Dodgers have inked pitcher Erik Bedard (Mariner in 2008-2011).
• Max Scherzer has officially signed a seven-year deal with the Nationals.
• Scherzer's contract has an interesting clause in it.
• Jeff Sullivan of Fangraphs takes a look at the Nats' rotation now that it includes Scherzer.
• Bless You Boys comes to terms with losing their ace.
• The Cubs have acquired outfielder Dexter Fowler from the Astros.
• The Rangers have officially acquired pitcher Yovani Gallardo from the Brewers for a trio of prospects.
• Eno Sarris of Fangraphs thinks starting pitchers can survive in the game without a changeup in their arsenal.