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Kennedy Open To Extension With Arizona

Ian Kennedy is intrigued by the idea of a new long-term contract with the Diamondbacks.

Kennedy has gone 30-14 with a 3.31 ERA since Arizona acquired him from New York in a three-team deal.

The right-hander will be eligible for arbitration at season's end is saying that he is open to signing a multiyear extension with the team.

"Obviously I would entertain hearing it," Kennedy said. "I think anybody would."

Via Yahoo! Sports


Diamondbacks Aren't Discussing Trade Of Parra

The Nationals are reportedly interested in Gerardo Parra, but the Diamondbacks aren't currently willing to deal him.

"I like it here," the outfielder said of Arizona. "I like the fans, the organization, everything. I'm not thinking about getting traded. I'm concentrating on getting ready for the season."

Via Arizona Republic


Pudge Spurned Interest From Diamondbacks

Pudge Rodriguez, 40, isn't ready to retire but is being selective about which clubs he talks to as a free agent.

A report indicates that the catcher "has fielded a few inquiries," including one from the Diamondbacks. However, Rodriguez is seeking a job with the chance for real playing time.

Via Yahoo! Sports


Stephen Drew Hoping To Play On Opening Day

Stephen Drew hopes to be in the lineup for the Diamondbacks on Opening Day as he continues to recover from a right ankle injury that required season-ending surgery in 2011.

A little more than a week before he plans to report to Salt River Fields for spring training, the shortstop wonders when he'll play.

"I'm optimistic," Drew said. "Hopefully I will start Opening Day, but I don't know. I'm not going to sit here and lie to your face and be like, 'I'll be ready for Opening Day.' I can't tell you that right now.

"It takes time. How much time? I don't know. I know one thing, I'll be playing this year at some point. I wish I knew that answer. I can't see the future."

Via Arizona Republic


D-Backs, Breslow Agree To One-Year Deal

Craig Breslow and the Diamondbacks agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,795,000, a deal that avoided salary arbitration.

The agreement Thursday was $5,000 below the midpoint between the $2.1 million he had asked for last month and the $1.5 million Arizona had offered.

Via ESPN.com


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