Arizona Diamondbacks Wiretap

Nixon, Arizona Agree To Terms

The Arizona Diamondbacks and outfielder Trot Nixon have agreed to terms on a minor-league contract, according to The East Valley Tribune.

The team values him as an insurance outfielder.

Via The East Valley Tribune


Arizona's J. Byrnes, Hall Get 8-Year Extensions

The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed Josh Byrnes and Derrick Hall to eight-year extensions, according to the Arizona Central.

The contracts will be announced on Thursday.

Via Arizona Central


Trot Nixon Auditions For Spot With D-Backs

Outfielder Trot Nixon auditioned for a roster spot with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday, according to ESPN.com.

Arizona allowed other interested teams to attend the workout, and representatives from Toronto, Seattle, and the Los Angeles Dodgers were present.

Via ESPN


Diamondbacks Feb 2008 Archive

  • Big Unit's Performance Impresses D'Backs

    The D'Backs Randy Johnson, who six months ago underwent his second back surgery in less than a year, threw off the mound Sunday.

  • Big Unit '99.9 Percent' Sure This Is Last Comeback

    For the second-consecutive season Randy Johnson is beginning spring training following back surgery, according to the Associated Press.

  • Clark Signs One-Year Deal With San Diego

    According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, the Padres agreed to terms with first baseman Tony Clark on a one-year deal worth about $900,000, according to a published report on Sunday.

  • D-Backs Move Lyon To Closer Role

    The Arizona Diamondbacks have decided to move Brandon Lyon from the role of setup man to closer for the 2008 season, according to the Associated Press.