Lookout Linkage, 1/22/16

Good morning folks! Let's take a look at the latest from around baseball:

• The Pirates have claimed pitcher A.J. Schugel off waivers from the Mariners.
• Fernando Rodney has officially joined the Padres on a one-year deal.
• Though Grant Brisbee is opposed to the idea of a DH in both leagues, he's sure he'll warm up to it.
• Shaun Marcum has retired from baseball to pursue a coaching career.
• Jeff Sullivan investigates whether the Padres and Mariners moving in the fences has helped to create more offense.
• Justin Upton has agreed to a six-year contract with the Tigers.
• Talented young shortstops are once again a theme in Major League Baseball, writes Owen Watson.
• Tony Blengino dives into the market of Yoenis Cespedes.
• Joe Blanton will join the Dodgers on a one-year deal.
• The Mets have signed reliever Antonio Bastardo to a two-year contract.