Jays invite 3 more to Spring camp
Catcher Michael Barrett and left-hander Mike Maroth were among the four players signed to minor-league contracts by the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday, and they may be the last notable additions the team makes …
Vaughn a newcomer to Hall ballot
Vaughn a newcomer to Hall ballot Before there was David Ortiz in a Boston Red Sox uniform, there was Mo Vaughn, a feared hitter with prodigious power who this year finds himself eligible for the Hall of Fame.
Jays ink quartet to Minors contracts
Jays ink quartet to Minors contracts The Blue Jays continued to add depth to their roster on Tuesday, signing four players to Minor League contracts with invitations to Spring Training. Toronto inked catchers Michael Barrett and Raul Chavez, as well as infielder Randy Ruiz and left-hander Mike Maroth.
Cubs trade DeRosa for three hurlers
Cubs trade DeRosa for three hurlers The Cubs added a versatile player in Aaron Miles on Wednesday and traded another in Mark DeRosa to the Indians for three Minor League pitchers, including right-hander Jeff Stevens, lefty John Gaub and righty Chris Archer.
Cubs ink Miles to two-year deal
Cubs ink Miles to two-year deal The Cubs added another piece to their bench Wednesday by agreeing to a two-year deal with infielder Aaron Miles.
Manny’s agent contacts Dodgers
Manny’s agent contacts Dodgers Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti recently reached out to Manny Ramirez, calling him his “first choice” for left field. On Tuesday, Ramirez’s agent, Scott Boras, reached back.
The Forgotten Division - Your AL Central
Until someone makes another move, I’m tired of talking about the AL West and you can’t turn on ESPN without hearing about the AL East.
Rays sign former Marlins’ reliever Nelson to one-year deal
Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday.
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MLB Network putting on final touches before opening pitch
Harold Reynolds can’t wait to try out the indoor field inside this industrial park an Alex Rodriguez drive from midtown Manhattan. But the major league second baseman-turned-broadcaster will have to wait. The new half-size diamond, just completed in the wee hours of the morning, is actually a studio, one of the showpieces of the MLB Network.
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Catcher Snyder agrees to 3-year deal with Diamondbacks
Looking to lock up another regular, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with catcher Chris Snyder .
Catcher Snyder agrees to 3-year deal with Diamondbacks
Looking to lock up another regular, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with catcher Chris Snyder.
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Jays face ‘challenges’ after pitching losses
The Toronto Blue Jays farm system has been responsible for the team’s rise to the top of the American League in pitching. Homegrown pitchers started 122 of the team’s games last season, and that number could increase in 2009. It might have to.
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Cardinals trying to get ace out of hole
It is overly simplistic to say a healthy Chris Carpenter means a World Series for the Cardinals. It is not overselling Carpenter’s importance, though, to say that if he returns to full health, a good St. Louis rotation perhaps becomes a playoff-level rotation.
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C Snyder, Arizona agree to 3-year deal (AP)
Looking to lock up another regular, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with catcher Chris Snyder. The deal is worth a reported $14.5 million and runs through 2011 with a club option for the 2012 season. It follows Arizona’s multiyear contracts with players such as center fielder Chris Young and pitcher Dan Haren, infielder Chad Tracy and outfielder Eric Byrnes.
Jays ink LHP Maroth to minor league deal (AP)
Pitcher Mike Maroth, catcher Michael Barrett and two other players signed minor league contracts with the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday and were invited to spring training. Catcher Raul Chavez and infielder Randy Ruiz also joined the Blue Jays. The 32-year-old Barrett hit .202 with two home runs and nine RBIs in 30 games with San Diego.
Rays sign RHP Nelson to $1.3M, 1-yr deal (AP)
Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was third-best among NL relievers behind Hong-Chih Kuo’s 1.69 and Brad Lidge’s 1.95.
The Tampa Bay Rays have signed pitcher Joe Nelson to a one-year contract. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Catcher Snyder agrees to 3-year deal with Diamondbacks
Looking to lock up another regular, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with catcher Chris Snyder .
Messenger changes, but not message
Special delivery: Baseball via MLB Network From the early days of the sport, baseball has been covered in a variety of mediums, from newspapers to radio to TV to the Internet and, beginning New Year’s Day, the MLB Network.
Mets extend three-year offer to Lowe
Mets extend three-year offer to Lowe The Mets have acted on their remaining offseason priority, extending highly sought right-hander Derek Lowe a three-year offer for approximately $36 million, according to a report in the New York Times.
Pieces in place for busy start to ‘09
Pieces in place for busy start to new year On the penultimate day of the old year, there was limited actual activity around the Hot Stove. But plenty of dominoes ready to fall in the new year were lined up.
Clemens’ name removed from sports clinic (AP)
Roger Clemens’ name is being removed from a sports medicine institute at a Houston hospital in another dent to the legacy of the major league baseball pitcher since he was linked to steroid use. The Roger Clemens Institute for Sports Medicine at Memorial Hermann will shed Clemens’ name effective Jan.
Rays sign RHP Nelson to $1.3M, 1-yr deal (AP)
Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was third-best among NL relievers behind Hong-Chih Kuo’s 1.69 and Brad Lidge’s 1.95.
C Snyder, Arizona agree to 3-year deal (AP)
Looking to lock up another regular, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with catcher Chris Snyder. The deal is worth a reported $14.5 million and runs through 2011 with a club option for the 2012 season. It follows Arizona’s multiyear contracts with players such as center fielder Chris Young and pitcher Dan Haren, infielder Chad Tracy and outfielder Eric Byrnes.
Jays ink LHP Maroth to minor league deal (AP)
Pitcher Mike Maroth, catcher Michael Barrett and two other players signed minor league contracts with the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday and were invited to spring training. Catcher Raul Chavez and infielder Randy Ruiz also joined the Blue Jays. The 32-year-old Barrett hit .202 with two home runs and nine RBIs in 30 games with San Diego.
Big trade powered Crew to postseason
After a disappointing end to a strong 2007 campaign, Brewers general manager Doug Melvin retooled the Milwaukee roster, and hopes were high that the youthful team could again contend for a playoff spot.
Reports: BoSox reach deal with RHP Penny (AP)
The Boston Red Sox and pitcher Brad Penny reached a preliminary agreement on a $5 million, one-year contract, according to several reports Monday. The team also struck a tentative agreement with catcher Josh Bard and both deals are pending physicals, the reports said. A two-time All-Star, the 30-year-old Penny struggled with injuries to his shoulder and side last season with the Los Angeles…
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Nats sign P Cabrera to 1-yr, $2.6M deal (AP)
Pitcher Daniel Cabrera formalized his one-year, $2.6 million contract with the Washington Nationals after passing a physical Monday. Cabrera and the Nationals reached a preliminary agreement one week earlier, contingent upon Cabrera proving his health. The 6-foot-7 right-hander underwent MRI exams on his throwing shoulder and elbow as part of his physical.
Jays ink LHP Maroth to minor league deal (AP)
Pitcher Mike Maroth, catcher Michael Barrett and two other players signed minor league contracts with the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday and were invited to spring training. Catcher Raul Chavez and infielder Randy Ruiz also joined the Blue Jays. The 32-year-old Barrett hit .202 with two home runs and nine RBIs in 30 games with San Diego.
Rays sign RHP Nelson to $1.3M, 1-yr deal (AP)
Right-handed reliever Joe Nelson signed a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Nelson, who agreed to terms last week, was 3-1 with one save in 59 appearances for the Florida Marlins last season. His 2.00 ERA was third-best among NL relievers behind Hong-Chih Kuo’s 1.69 and Brad Lidge’s 1.95.
Reports: BoSox reach deal with RHP Penny (AP)
The Boston Red Sox and pitcher Brad Penny reached a preliminary agreement on a $5 million, one-year contract, according to several reports Monday. The team also struck a tentative agreement with catcher Josh Bard and both deals are pending physicals, the reports said. A two-time All-Star, the 30-year-old Penny struggled with injuries to his shoulder and side last season with the Los Angeles…
Clemens’ name removed from sports clinic (AP)
Roger Clemens’ name is being removed from a sports medicine institute at a Houston hospital in another dent to the legacy of the major league baseball pitcher since he was linked to steroid use. The Roger Clemens Institute for Sports Medicine at Memorial Hermann will shed Clemens’ name effective Jan.
C Snyder, Arizona agree to 3-year deal (AP)
Catcher Chris Snyder and the Arizona Diamondbacks reached agreement Tuesday on a three-year contract. The deal includes a club option for the 2012 season. The 27-year-old Snyder hit .237 this year, setting career highs with 115 games played, 16 home runs and 64 RBIs. The homers were a record for a Diamondbacks catcher.
Houston sports medicine clinic to shed Clemens’ name
The Roger Clemens Institute for Sports Medicine at Memorial Hermann will shed Clemens’ name effective Jan. 1 “to better reflect its commitment to all sports and athletes,” the Houston-based health system said.
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Nats sign P Cabrera to 1-yr, $2.6M deal (AP)
Pitcher Daniel Cabrera formalized his one-year, $2.6 million contract with the Washington Nationals after passing a physical Monday. Cabrera and the Nationals reached a preliminary agreement one week earlier, contingent upon Cabrera proving his health. The 6-foot-7 right-hander underwent MRI exams on his throwing shoulder and elbow as part of his physical.
Clemens’ name removed from sports clinic (AP)
Roger Clemens’ name is being removed from a sports medicine institute at a Houston hospital in another dent to the legacy of the major league baseball pitcher since he was linked to steroid use. The Roger Clemens Institute for Sports Medicine at Memorial Hermann will shed Clemens’ name effective Jan.
WBC isn’t every big-leaguer’s cup of tea
The second World Baseball Classic, set for March 5-23, will feature many of the biggest names in Major League Baseball. But not every star will participate.
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MLB Network putting on final touches before opening pitch
Harold Reynolds can’t wait to try out the indoor field inside this industrial park an Alex Rodriguez drive from midtown Manhattan. But the major league second baseman-turned-broadcaster will have to wait. The new half-size diamond, just completed in the wee hours of the morning, is actually a studio, one of the showpieces of the MLB Network.
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Cabrera passes physical; deal with Nats is official
Pitcher Daniel Cabrera formalized his one-year, $2.6 million contract with the Washington Nationals after passing a physical Monday. Cabrera and the Nationals reached a preliminary agreement one week earlier, contingent upon Cabrera proving his health.
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Reports: BoSox reach deal with RHP Penny (AP)
The Boston Red Sox and pitcher Brad Penny reached a preliminary agreement on a $5 million, one-year contract, according to several reports Monday. The team also struck a tentative agreement with catcher Josh Bard and both deals are pending physicals, the reports said. A two-time All-Star, the 30-year-old Penny struggled with injuries to his shoulder and side last season with the Los Angeles…
Kawakami: Yankees can’t buy guarantees
In this Oct. 3, 2008 file photo, Los Angeles Angels first baseman Mark Teixeira tries to get control of the ball as Boston Red Sox’s David Ortiz grounds out during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball’s …
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