The Cardinals and catcher Yadier Molina have agreed to terms on a multiyear extension, according to a report.
The deal is believed to be worth $75 million over five years.
Molina, who is in the final year of his current contract, said last week that he was willing to continue negotiations this spring and that he "would like to work something out and try to stay" in St. Louis.
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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."
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Marlins right fielder Mike Stanton now wants to be known as "Giancarlo" Stanton.
With spring training cranking up and Stanton touted as a future home-run champion, he said he prefers Giancarlo.
That is now the way he's identified on Miami's roster. That's also the name on his paycheck and above his locker.
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ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
Miguel Tejada, who won an MVP with the Athletics much earlier in his career, is trying to get a job with the team.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
Ryan Howard has an infection around the sutures in his surgically repaired Achilles tendon.
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Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
Derek Jeter is "indifferent" to recent comments made by Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine about the Yankees.
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Associated Press | Feb 29, 2012
Michael Pineda, Ivan Nova, Phil Hughes and Freddy Garcia are in the mix for the remaining three spots.
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Washington Post | Feb 29, 2012
Anthony Rendon is a third baseman and Washington just signed Ryan Zimmerman to a contract that could reach $150 million in value.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
Shane Victorino can become a free agent after the 2012 season.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
The Blue Jays are only willing to hand out Minor League deals at this point.
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Associated Press | Feb 29, 2012
The Nationals have lost top pitching prospect Sammy Solis for the season because an elbow injury.
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Associated Press | Feb 29, 2012
He struck out 181 times in 2011 as the leadoff hitter.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
Bobby Valentine continued to add his own flair to the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry on Tuesday with comments made about New York's Derek Jeter.
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ESPN.com | Feb 29, 2012
A man that claims he is the collector who took Ryan Braun's urine samples last fall says he followed the same protocol with the slugger as he had with hundreds of previous samples.
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MLB.com | Feb 28, 2012
Alfonso Soriano is entering the sixth year of an eight-year, $136 million deal.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 28, 2012
Starlin Castro had a huge welt on his forearm, but said he was fine.
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MLB Trade Rumors | Feb 28, 2012
Josh Hamilton will give the Rangers the first chance to sign him.
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Associated Press | Feb 28, 2012
Oakland will open their season in Japan on March 28.
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Bruce Levine/ESPN.com | Feb 28, 2012
The White Sox finished third in the AL Central last season.
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Associated Press | Feb 28, 2012
Joba Chamberlain has thrown off a full mound for the first time in eight months after elbow ligament replacement surgery.
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ESPN.com | Feb 28, 2012
The Astros are moving Brett Myers to the bullpen and they will use him as their closer this season.
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Tony Jackson/ESPN.com | Feb 28, 2012
Despite the big offseason moves of the Angels, Dodgers manager Don Mattingly says that Los Angeles belongs to his team.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 28, 2012
In more than 500 career games, the infielder has a .332 on-base percentage, 25 home runs and one Silver Slugger award.
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MLB.com | Feb 28, 2012
Kansas City has signed Salvador Perez to a deal that will keep him under contract for the next five years and perhaps until the 2019 season.
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MLB.com | Feb 28, 2012
The Athletics have lost Scott Sizemore for the 2012 season because of a torn ACL in his left knee.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch | Feb 28, 2012
St. Louis remains engaged in talks with Yadier Molina's agent, Melvin Roman, who has remained in town for nearly a week.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 28, 2012
Some Red Sox are still upset about the clubhouse "snitch" that revealed their poor behavior.
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Tony Jackson/ESPN.com | Feb 28, 2012
The list of potential owners or ownership groups vying to buy the Dodgers was reduced to seven on Monday.
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Mark Saxon/ESPN.com | Feb 28, 2012
Angels president John Carpino says the team has "handled" the controversy caused by a billboard marketing campaign.
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Bosotn Globe | Feb 27, 2012
Longtime Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek will formally announce his retirement on Thursday in Fort Myers, according to sources.
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Los Angeles Times | Feb 27, 2012
Vernon Wells has retooled his swing ahead of the 2012 season as he looks to reinvigorate his career.
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Detroit News | Feb 27, 2012
The Tigers are leaving open the possibility that a long-shot could make their roster out of Spring Training.
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Associated Press | Feb 27, 2012
The left-handed reliever could become the team's closer down the road.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 27, 2012
Yu Darvish will make his first Cactus League start on March 7 against the Padres.
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Enrique Rojas/ESPN.com | Feb 27, 2012
Bobby Abreu is not happy, but he appears resigned to his lesser role with the Angels.
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Adam Rubin/ESPN.com | Feb 27, 2012
Fred Wilpon is working to sell minority shares in the Mets, each for a total of $20 million and a four percent stake in the team.
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Associated Press | Feb 27, 2012
Joel Zumaya's 2012 season is over because of yet another elbow injury and the reliever is now contemplating retirement.
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ESPN.com | Feb 27, 2012
Terry Francona doesn't agree with Boston's decision to ban beer from the clubhouse.
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Associated Press | Feb 27, 2012
The Cardinals are giving Tyler Greene a chance to supplant Skip Schumaker as their regular second baseman this season.
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Big League Stew | Feb 27, 2012
Before getting his own apartment, Jeremy Lin was sleeping on the couches of his brother and teammates.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 27, 2012
Jayson Werth will average an $18 million salary over the next six seasons, while Ryan Zimmerman will take home $16.7 million annually.
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WEEI.com | Feb 27, 2012
Jacoby Ellsbury will make $8.02 million in 2012.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports | Feb 27, 2012
There was a lot of talk this winter about whether Hanley Ramirez would accept a move to third base.
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Associated Press | Feb 27, 2012
The Baltimore pitcher is dealing with discomfort in his left elbow.
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CSN Philly | Feb 26, 2012
Ryan Howard will head to Baltimore to have his surgically repaired left Achilles tendon examined.
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Mark Saxon/ESPN.com | Feb 26, 2012
Torii Hunter said in September that he'd rather retire than play for a team other than the Angels.
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Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com | Feb 26, 2012
The Yankees exercised their $10.5 million option on Nick Swisher's contract for the 2012 season.
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Associated Press | Feb 26, 2012
Twins reliever Joel Zumaya has a torn ligament in his right elbow and will miss the entire season.
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Associated Press | Feb 26, 2012
Indians closer Chris Perez will miss at least one month and possibly six weeks with a strained left side muscle.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 26, 2012
The outfielder added that if he becomes a free agent after this season, the first call he's making is to the Texas front office.
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MLB.com | Feb 26, 2012
Joel Zumaya cut a session short on Saturday because of discomfort in his inner right elbow.
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Arizona Republic | Feb 26, 2012
The Nationals are reportedly interested in Gerardo Parra, but the Diamondbacks aren't currently willing to deal him.
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Los Angeles Times | Feb 26, 2012
Andre Ethier isn't under contract past the 2012 season.
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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Feb 26, 2012
With the Ryan Braun saga behind them, the Brewers are now focused on extending the contract of Doug Melvin.
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Associated Press | Feb 26, 2012
Ryan Howard is leaving Philadelphia's camp for a few days to visit the doctor who did the surgery on his torn left Achilles tendon.
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Associated Press | Feb 26, 2012
Cliff Lee will throw a side bullpen session Sunday when Philadelphia's pitchers throw to hitters for the first time in camp.
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ESPN.com | Feb 26, 2012
Ryan Zimmerman could earn up to $150 million if he remains with the Nationals through the 2020 season.
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MLB.com | Feb 25, 2012
The Giants aren't close to agreeing to a contract extension with Matt Cain.
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Associated Press | Feb 25, 2012
Alex Rodriguez feels good this spring and credits his health to a special treatment suggested by NBA All-Star Kobe Bryant.
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Mark Feinsand/New York Daily News (via Twitter) | Feb 25, 2012
The slugger will likely wait and see how Spring Training plays out and which team might have a need for him.
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MLBlogs.com | Feb 25, 2012
Erick Aybar hasn't received a contract extension from the Angels, but he still hopes to remain with the team over the long-term.
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Adam Rubin/ESPN.com | Feb 25, 2012
The Mets will remember Gary Carter by wearing a patch this season bearing his No. 8, according to team officials.
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Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com | Feb 25, 2012
Alex Rodriguez played in just 99 games last season because of injuries.
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Joe McDonald/ESPN.com | Feb 25, 2012
John Henry has apologized to Carl Crawford for saying earlier this offseason that he was against the Red Sox signing the outfielder.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 25, 2012
The ban doesn't just apply to beer, but all alcoholic beverages.
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MLB.com | Feb 25, 2012
The Angels made a big splash by signing Albert Pujols this offseason, but they also added C.J. Wilson to an already strong starting rotation.
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New York Post | Feb 25, 2012
Derek Jeter is entering his 17th Major League season.
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Cincinnati Enquirer | Feb 25, 2012
Joey Votto discussed the possibility of signing a long-term contract extension with the Reds on Friday, for what he hopes is the final time.
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Andrew Marchand/ESPN.com | Feb 25, 2012
Brian Cashman said the two sides "mutually agreed to wait," after agent Matt Colleran called him.
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Washington Post | Feb 25, 2012
Ryan Zimmerman still doesn't have a contract extension with the Nationals despite his self-imposed Saturday deadline.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 25, 2012
Josh Hamilton doesn't feel the need to give the Rangers a hometown discount.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 24, 2012
Ryan Zimmerman wants to finish his career with the Nationals, but his self-imposed deadline for a contract extension is looming.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch | Feb 24, 2012
Yadier Molina has restarted talks with the Cardinals about a contract extension.
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Star Tribune | Feb 24, 2012
Justin Morneau used the word "torture" when speaking about what he's gone through.
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Associated Press | Feb 24, 2012
Grady Sizemore will not play on Opening Day because of a strained lower back.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 24, 2012
An agreement will have to been made by Thursday under the terms of the new labor deal.
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Enrique Rojas/ESPN.com | Feb 24, 2012
Manny Ramirez will miss the first 50 games of the season.
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ESPN.com | Feb 24, 2012
Ryan Braun would have served a 50-game suspension for high testosterone levels.
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Derrick Goold/St. Louis Post-Dispatch (via Twitter) | Feb 24, 2012
Roy Oswalt hasn't found a home and now there are reports that he is willing to join a team at midseason.
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MLB.com | Feb 24, 2012
Clayton Kershaw is on schedule to make his Spring Training debut, despite suffering from mild back tightness this week.
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Washington Post | Feb 24, 2012
Ryan Zimmerman has said that he wants a contract that would make him a member of the Nationals for the rest of his career.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 24, 2012
Pudge Rodriguez, 40, isn't ready to retire but is being selective about which clubs he talks to as a free agent.
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Jeff Passan/Yahoo! Sports | Feb 24, 2012
Ryan Braun, the reigning NL MVP, beat Major League Baseball in an appeal of his 50-game suspension.
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Tim Brown/Yahoo! Sports | Feb 24, 2012
Matt Kemp is striving for 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases this season, something only two players have ever done.
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ESPN.com | Feb 24, 2012
Veteran shortstop Omar Vizquel says he will likely retire after the 2012 season.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish wondered what all the fuss was about at his first news conference of spring training.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Joe Torre and Rick Caruso have withdrawn their joint bod to purchase the Dodgers.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Tim Lincecum went all out during his bullpen session Thursday and reported that he felt fine.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Ryan Braun's 50-game suspension was overturned Thursday by baseball arbitrator Shyam Das.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
The Yankees have proposed a new three-year deal with catcher Russell Martin.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Clayton Kershaw missed his bullpen session on Wednesday because of back stiffness.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Roy Oswalt is staying ready and would be willing to return during the season if nothing materializes before then.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Tommy Hanson is back in camp after suffering a concussion from a car wreck.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Pirates president Frank Coonelly is facing four DUI charges after an incident on December 22.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Rangers CEO Nolan Ryan is eager to watch Yu Darvish this spring.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
Red Sox reliever Bobby Jenks was terrified for his life last December when he noticed an incision on his back was leaking fluid.
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San Jose Mercury News | Feb 23, 2012
A's pitcher Brandon McCarthy and his wife, Amanda, are on the cover of the current issue of ESPN The Magazine.
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ESPN.com | Feb 23, 2012
The Angels and reliever Jason Isringhausen have agreed to terms on a minor league deal.
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MLB.com | Feb 22, 2012
If Jason Varitek doesn't return to the team, the Red Sox will likely play the 2012 season without a captain.
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MLB.com | Feb 22, 2012
The infielder will not yet file retirement papers and remains open to playing again.
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MLB.com | Feb 22, 2012
The Yankees have signed David Aardsma, who will begin the 2012 season on the disabled list following Tommy John surgery.
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Cincinnati Enquirer | Feb 22, 2012
Brandon Phillips showed up for Spring Training on Wednesday without a contract extension.
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Tony Jackson/ESPN.com | Feb 22, 2012
Dodgers reliever Ronald Belisario missed all of last season because of visa problems in his native Venezuela.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer | Feb 22, 2012
The right-hander signed a Minor League deal with Cleveland just prior to Spring Training pending a physical.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 22, 2012
Scott Kazmir, who worked out for Major League teams this month, is considering six teams.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 22, 2012
Ryan Howard took batting practice on Wednesday for the first time since suffering an Achilles injury in his final at bat of the 2011 season.
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Mark Saxon/ESPN.com | Feb 22, 2012
The Angels have placed 20 billboards around Southern California with Albert Pujols alongside the Spanish words "El Hombre."
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MLB.com | Feb 22, 2012
Jerry Dipoto spoke to Bobby Abreu recently and no trade demand was issued.
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Boston Globe | Feb 22, 2012
The Cubs will send reliever Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox as compensation for letting Theo Epstein out of his contract.
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Los Angeles Times | Feb 22, 2012
Peter O'Malley has withdrawn his bid to buy the Dodgers, according to two people familiar with the situation.
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MLB.com | Feb 22, 2012
Colby Lewis, who is expected to be the Opening Day starter for the Rangers, is without a contract past this season.
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MLBlogs.com | Feb 22, 2012
Shane Victorino said he doesn't "plan on going anywhere else."
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Associated Press | Feb 22, 2012
As recently as last week, new manager Ozzie Guillen said he didn't think Hanley Ramirez had embraced the move.
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Buster Olney/ESPN The Magazine | Feb 22, 2012
Tony La Russa is in camp with the Tigers shadowing general manager Dave Dombrowski.
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Associated Press | Feb 22, 2012
The Athletics traded three All-Star pitchers this offseason.
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MLB.com | Feb 21, 2012
After 11 seasons as a premiere leadoff hitter, Ichiro Suzuki will begin the 2012 season as Seattle's No. 3 hitter.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 21, 2012
Cole Hamels will be a free agent after the 2012 season.
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Associated Press | Feb 21, 2012
Johan Santana hasn't pitched in the Major Leagues since September 2010.
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Associated Press | Feb 21, 2012
Aroldis Chapman is preparing to start for the Reds this season after appearing as a reliever 69 times over the last two seasons.
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Associated Press | Feb 21, 2012
Major League Baseball has tweaked a loophole that some might now call the Joe Maddon Rule.
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Enrique Rojas/ESPN.com | Feb 21, 2012
If the Angels don't have an everyday position for Bobby Abreu, he wants the team to trade him by Opening Day.
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Tony Jackson/ESPN.com | Feb 21, 2012
Matt Kemp says he doesn't believe he should be given the National League MVP award if Ryan Braun is stripped of the title.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 21, 2012
The Cubs informed first base prospect Bryan LaHair this offseason that they didn't intend on trying to sign Albert Pujols or Prince Fielder.
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Sports Illustrated | Feb 21, 2012
Ivan Rodriguez, 40, is working out daily to keep himself in shape as he hopes for a chance to play this season.
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Associated Press | Feb 21, 2012
The new deal at the very least includes the 2013 season and both sides hope there are many more years beyond that.
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Joe McDonald/ESPN.com | Feb 21, 2012
Daisuke Matsuzaka was limited to eight games (seven starts) in 2011 and ultimately had Tommy John surgery.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 21, 2012
Red Sox owner John Henry spoke with Terry Francona on Monday for the first time since the manager departed following a disastrous end to the 2011 season.
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Mark Saxon/ESPN.com | Feb 21, 2012
Albert Pujols has reported to Spring Training with a team other than the Cardinals for the first time in his career.
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Associated Press | Feb 21, 2012
Yadier Molina enters Spring Training seeking a contract extension as he approaches the final year of his deal.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
Carl Crawford was an early arrival for the Red Sox so that the club can monitor his surgically repaired left wrist.
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Associated Press | Feb 20, 2012
The Nationals followed the same path with Jordan Zimmermann.
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Associated Press | Feb 20, 2012
A.J. Burnett is grateful for his time in New York, but says he allowed too many people to tinker with him during his time with the Yankees.
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Adam Rubin/ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
Carlos Beltran told Jon Niese before he was traded by the Mets last summer that the pitcher needed "a new nose."
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Andrew Marchand/ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
Mariano Rivera broke the all-time saves record last season.
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ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
With incentives, Raul Ibanez could make up to $4 million in 2012.
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ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
A violent collision at home plate ended Buster Posey's season in May last season.
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ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
Manny Ramirez told ESPN's Pedro Gomez on Monday that he has agreed to a deal with the Athletics.
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MLB.com | Feb 20, 2012
Stephen Strasburg has reported to Spring Training this year without the restrictions he had in 2011.
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MLB.com | Feb 20, 2012
He didn't feel any pain in the leg that was mangled in a season-ending home-plate collision last May 25.
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Associated Press | Feb 20, 2012
CC Sabathia reported at the same weight in 2011 and won 13 of his first 17 decisions.
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MLB.com | Feb 20, 2012
Tim Hudson had back surgery three months ago.
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Joel Sherman/New York Post (via Twitter) | Feb 20, 2012
Raul Ibanez is expected to sign a deal worth about $1 million plus incentives.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 20, 2012
The Phillies wanted to send Joe Blanton to the Angels for Bobby Abreu, who they then would have offered the Yankees for A.J. Burnett.
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Associated Press | Feb 20, 2012
Ryan Vogelsong wants to be cautious so the injury won't bother him during the season.
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Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com | Feb 20, 2012
A.J. Burnett is officially a member of the Pirates.
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New York Post | Feb 19, 2012
After dealing with the uncertain futures of Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran in his first year as general manager of the Mets, Sandy Alderson now has to deal with David Wright.
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New York Post | Feb 19, 2012
Johnny Damon is no longer considering a return to the Yankees.
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Mark Saxon/ESPN.com | Feb 19, 2012
Kendrys Morales says his left ankle feels "a lot better" than it did last spring, when a series of setbacks cost him all of the 2011 season.
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Associated Press | Feb 19, 2012
The Phillies have agreed to a two-year, $7.5 million contract with Kyle Kendrick.
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Associated Press | Feb 19, 2012
Mike Cameron has decided to retire after 17 seasons, an All-Star appearance and three Gold Gloves.
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Andrew Marchand/ESPN.com | Feb 19, 2012
The general manager is involved in a sensational stalking and extortion case.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 19, 2012
Josh Beckett added that he was "distracted" a bit last season.
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Associated Press | Feb 19, 2012
Ichiro Suzuki is heading into the final year of his contract with the Mariners.
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Associated Press | Feb 19, 2012
After a series of ailments and injuries limited him to 82 games in 2011, Joe Mauer reported to Spring Training on Saturday.
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Associated Press | Feb 19, 2012
The Cardinals lost Albert Pujols, Tony La Russa and Dave Duncan this offseason, but they are coming off a World Series victory.
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Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe (via Twitter) | Feb 19, 2012
It appears as though Jason Varitek is leaning towards retirement.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 19, 2012
The White Sox have lowered their payroll this offseason, which may allow them to make a big offer to Jorge Soler.
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CSN Bay Area | Feb 19, 2012
Matt Cain would like to have a long-term contract by the end of Spring Training.
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Bruce Levine/ESPN.com | Feb 19, 2012
The Cubs expect Starlin Castro to report to Spring Training on time despite some legal issues.
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MLB.com | Feb 18, 2012
A.J. Burnett was 14-6 with an ERA of 3.49 in his 25 starts paired with Rod Barajas in Toronto.
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MLB.com | Feb 18, 2012
A slimmed down Miguel Cabrera is motivated to prove he can make the move from first base to third.
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MLB.com | Feb 18, 2012
It appears as though the Athletics could sign Manny Ramirez within the next week.
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MLB.com | Feb 18, 2012
Jonathan Papelbon faces his former teammates May 18-20 at Citizens Bank Park.
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Joel Sherman/New York Post (via Twitter) | Feb 18, 2012
Philadelphia would have liked to compete a three-team deal with New York that would have sent Joe Blanton to a third club.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 18, 2012
The Cubs still haven't compensated the Red Sox for allowing Theo Epstein to leave.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com | Feb 18, 2012
Scott Kazmir threw for about 10 scouts on Friday in Houston as he looks for Major League employment.
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Doug Padilla/ESPN.com | Feb 18, 2012
The Cubs designated Blake DeWitt for assignment a few weeks ago.
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MLB.com | Feb 18, 2012
Jason Varitek is a free agent and the Red Sox won't be offering him a contract.
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Associated Press | Feb 18, 2012
If the team does sign the veteran, it would be a one-year deal worth slightly more than the league minimum of $480,000.
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CSN Philly | Feb 18, 2012
Cole Hamels will be eligible for free agency this November and the Phillies would like to keep that from happening.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com | Feb 18, 2012
Approval was not given on Friday night because the deal was finalized too late in the day.
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Associated Press | Feb 18, 2012
Eric Hosmer will make $502,500 and Mike Moustakas will make $487,250.
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Andrew Marchand/ESPN.com | Feb 18, 2012
With A.J. Burnett likely headed to the Pirates, the Yankees expect to sign Raul Ibanez and Eric Chavez.
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New York Daily News | Feb 17, 2012
Austin Romine is hoping to challenge Francisco Cervelli for New York's backup catcher role.
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Joe Stiglich/Bay Area News (via Twitter) | Feb 17, 2012
Oakland has been looking for a reliever and has been linked to free-agent Mike Gonzalez.
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Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com | Feb 17, 2012
The Yankees did not provide information as to what injury caused Okajima to fail his physical.
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Adam Rubin/ESPN.com | Feb 17, 2012
Johan Santana stepped on a mound for the first time since September on Friday at the Spring Training home of the Mets.
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ESPN.com | Feb 17, 2012
After 19 Major League seasons, including 17 with the Red Sox, knuckleballer Tim Wakefield has decided to retire.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com | Feb 17, 2012
A.J. Burnett could officially become a member of the Pirates this weekend.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 17, 2012
The Cubs want Jorge Soler, but since he can't be signed yet the Phillies and Yankees are trying to enter the bidding.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 17, 2012
Magglio Ordonez, a career .309 hitter, is looking for work as a 38-year-old and doesn't want to sign a Minor League contract.
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Baltimore Sun | Feb 17, 2012
An Orioles official said there is "absolutely no truth" to recent rumors that owner Peter Angelos is shopping the club.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports | Feb 17, 2012
The Yankees are believed to prefer Raul Ibanez at this point.
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Ken Davidoff/Newsday (via Twitter) | Feb 17, 2012
The Yankees and Pirates have decided on which players would go to New York in a potential trade for A.J. Burnett.
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Detroit Free-Press | Feb 17, 2012
Brandon Inge has never played a regular-season game at second base.
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ESPN.com | Feb 17, 2012
The outfielder is recovering from wrist surgery.
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AP | Feb 17, 2012
Milo Hamilton will retire as the radio voice of the Astros after the 2012 season.
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MLB.com | Feb 17, 2012
Johan Santana is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Friday at the team's Spring Training complex.
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MLB.com | Feb 17, 2012
Tony La Russa will spend this Spring Training with the Tigers in a non-uniform, non-official capacity.
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MLB.com | Feb 17, 2012
A.J. Burnett utilized his limited no-trade clause to reject being swapped for Bobby Abreu.
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ESPN.com | Feb 17, 2012
The overall rise of salaries for players in arbitration has slowed to its lowest level since 2007.
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ESPN.com | Feb 16, 2012
Gary Carter, who helped the Mets win the 1986 World Series, died Thursday at age 57.
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MLB.com | Feb 16, 2012
The Giants have signed veteran Ramon Ortiz to a Minor League contract with an invitation to big league camp.
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MLB.com | Feb 16, 2012
Carlos Zambrano appears thankful for a new opportunity with the Marlins this season.
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ESPN.com | Feb 16, 2012
The remaining 11 bidders for the Dodgers have been asked to submit revised bids within a week.
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ESPN.com | Feb 16, 2012
Outfielder Garrett Jones has been awarded the Pirates' offer of a $2.25M salary for the 2012 season.
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ESPN.com | Feb 16, 2012
Bobby Valentine said Wednesday that his spring training regimen has so far been met with some grumbling from players.
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ESPN.com | Feb 16, 2012
Josh Hamilton is committed to figuring out why he has another alcohol relapse.
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MLB.com | Feb 15, 2012
Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos and members of the team's front office watched Jorge Soler work out on Wednesday morning.
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Keith Law/ESPN.com | Feb 15, 2012
He compensated because of the injury and produced ground balls at an alarming rate.
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Geoff Baker/Seattle Times (via Twitter) | Feb 15, 2012
Vinnie Catricala has arrived at camp with the Mariners.
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Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports | Feb 15, 2012
The Yankees have set a soft deadline of Saturday for trade discussions involving A.J. Burnett.
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Tom Friend/ESPN.com | Feb 15, 2012
Tony Gwynn is doing well after a 14-hour surgery to remove a malignant tumor from the inside of his right cheek.
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Associated Press | Feb 15, 2012
Felix Hernandez has echoed the sentiment of Seattle's front office, saying he is "not going anywhere."
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CSN Chicago | Feb 15, 2012
The top contenders to sign Jorge Soler are the Cubs, Yankees, Phillies, Rangers and Marlins.
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Associated Press | Feb 15, 2012
The deal, completed Wednesday, allowed the two sides to avoid arbitration.
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Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 15, 2012
The move gives Oakland the flexibility to trade Yoenis Cepedes.
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Boston Herald | Feb 15, 2012
Nelson Cruz backloaded contract will also pay him a $500,000 signing bonus and an increased salary of $10.5 million in 2013.
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Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports | Feb 15, 2012
Bud Selig hasn't yet stepped in and taken action against the ownership of the Mets, but that doesn't mean he won't in the future.
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Associated Press | Feb 15, 2012
Michael Pineda joined early Spring Training workouts Tuesday at the Yankees' minor league complex.
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Associated Press | Feb 15, 2012
The Orioles have avoided arbitration with Adam Jones by agreeing to a one-year, $6.15 million contract.
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Associated Press | Feb 15, 2012
A week ago, Dan Duquette said he had conducted exploratory talks with Manny Ramirez's agent.
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MLB.com | Feb 14, 2012
Ozzie Guillen isn't concerned if Hanley Ramirez hasn't completely bought into changing positions by the first day of Spring Training.
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MLB.com | Feb 14, 2012
Since Ned Yost took over, the Royals have a 126-163 record but really picked up steam late last season.
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MLB.com | Feb 14, 2012
Joe Maddon has won the AL Manager of the Year Award twice in the last four seasons.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 14, 2012
The White Sox have signed left-handed hitter Kosuke Fukudome to a low-risk contract.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 14, 2012
It's possible that Cleveland could part with Travis Hafner in a potential deal.
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Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 14, 2012
The Angels, who are listed on A.J. Burnett's no-trade clause, see him as a fifth starter.
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Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com | Feb 14, 2012
The proposed A.J. Burnett trade is close, but significant hurdles remain.
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MLB.com | Feb 14, 2012
Tommy Hanson has adjusted his pitching motion in hopes of reducing the stress on his body and avoiding injury.
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MLB.com | Feb 14, 2012
The Mariners added Hector Noesi in the Michael Pineda-Jesus Montero deal and he could be a potential member of their starting rotation.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 14, 2012
Oakland is also in talks with Mike Gonzalez as they search for a reliever.
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Associated Press | Feb 14, 2012
The show will bring unprecedented exposure to a team that has finished last in the National League in attendance each of the past seven seasons.
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New York Post | Feb 14, 2012
The Yankees have considered Johnny Damon in their search for a designated hitter and/or bench hitter, but they fear his quest for a career milestone.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 14, 2012
The Cubs are expected to add Jorge Soler after acquiring Gerardo Concepcion, according to multiple reports.
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Associated Press | Feb 14, 2012
The Red Sox and Cubs have submitted written arguments to Bud Selig on what compensation Boston should receive for allowing Theo Epstein to leave for Chicago.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com | Feb 14, 2012
If a trade is agreed to the commissioner's office will have to approve the deal because of the large amount of money that will exchange hands.
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ESPN.com | Feb 14, 2012
The Red Sox and Cubs have submitted arguments to Bud Selig on what compensation Boston should receive for allowing Theo Epstein to leave for Chicago.
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ESPN.com | Feb 14, 2012
The Blue Jays and Casey Janssen have agreed on a two-year deal worth at least $5.9M.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 13, 2012
The Rangers reportedly have no more money to spend this offseason.
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Associated Press | Feb 13, 2012
The American League added Prince Fielder (Detroit) and Albert Pujols (Los Angeles) this winter as the former National Leaguers came over in free agency.
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CSN Chicago | Feb 13, 2012
The Cubs have turned their attention to Jorge Soler with Yoenis Cespedes having signed with Oakland.
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Washington Post | Feb 13, 2012
With Spring Training six days away, there have been no new recent developments regarding an extension.
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New York Post | Feb 13, 2012
As it currently stands, the Yankees have about $2 million budgeted for a designated hitter.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 13, 2012
Vladimir Guerrero has made it known that he would like to sign with the Yankees to serve as their designated hitter.
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Associated Press | Feb 13, 2012
The Indians have added another option for their starting rotation.
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Associated Press | Feb 13, 2012
Jose Vargas is just the second member of the Brewers to go to arbitration in 14 years.
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ESPN.com | Feb 13, 2012
David Ortiz agreed to a $14.575 deal with the Red Sox on Monday.
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ESPN.com | Feb 13, 2012
The A's and Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes have agreed to a four-year, $36M deal.
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MLB.com | Feb 13, 2012
A Major League source claimed that only "the money and players exchanged" are yet to be determined.
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Jeff Passan/Yahoo! Sports | Feb 13, 2012
Sandy Alderson is on his way to Port St. Lucie, Fla., which has been the focus of his Twitter posts lately.
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Boston Herald | Feb 13, 2012
Theo Epstein left Boston as general manager with a year on his contract to join Chicago as their president of baseball operations.
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MLBlogs.com | Feb 13, 2012
Toronto had interest in Manny Ramirez, but talks haven't progressed into anything serious.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 13, 2012
The free agent left-hander appeared in just one game last season, pitching less than two innings with the Angels.
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ESPN.com | Feb 13, 2012
Jose Canseco will try out with the Quintana Roo Tigers of the Mexican League.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 13, 2012
The Rangers will pay Mike Napoli $9.4 million in 2012.
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MLB.com | Feb 12, 2012
Cory Luebke had a 9.92 strikeouts-to-innings pitched ratio as well as a stunning 3.02 xFIP in 2011.
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Arizona Republic | Feb 12, 2012
Stephen Drew continues to recover from a right ankle injury that required season-ending surgery in 2011.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com | Feb 12, 2012
While the Pirates are the front-runner in trade talks for A.J. Burnett, the Yankees have discussed the right-hander with four other teams.
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Associated Press | Feb 12, 2012
The team's newest import from Japan, right-hander Hisashi Iwakuma, got plenty of attention.
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MLB.com | Feb 12, 2012
The Miami Herald reports that the six-year deal offered to the Cuban outfielder is worth less than $40 million.
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Associated Press | Feb 12, 2012
A pair of South Korean baseball organizations are upset with the Orioles over their contract with a local high school pitcher.
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New York Daily News | Feb 12, 2012
A.J. Burnett has heard the rumors that he could be traded to the Pirates, but he isn't bothered by them.
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New York Post | Feb 12, 2012
Derek Jeter has been hitting in the batting tunnels and will begin hitting on the field on Sunday.
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 12, 2012
The Yankees and Pirates have the framework in place for a possible A.J. Burnett trade.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 12, 2012
Mike Napoli gets a $3.6 million raise after putting up career-high numbers.
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MLB.com | Feb 11, 2012
For the first time in franchise history, a player will wear the No. 5 this season.
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MLB.com | Feb 11, 2012
The Marlins have offered Yeonis Cespedes a six-year, $40 million contract.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | Feb 11, 2012
Pittsburgh would rather absorb more of A.J. Burnett's salary than part with some of their young players.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch | Feb 11, 2012
Yadier Molina has expressed a desire, but not a demand, that something be finalized by Opening Day.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 11, 2012
Roy Oswalt has flirted with the Rangers, Cardinals, Red Sox, Phillies and Reds.
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Associated Press | Feb 11, 2012
The Royals have agreed to terms with 12 players who will be with the team for the start of spring training later this month.
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Adam Rubin/ESPN.com | Feb 11, 2012
A former executive for a hedge fund started by the owners of the Mets warned them almost a decade ago that Bernard Madoff had to be doing something illegal.
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MLB.com | Feb 11, 2012
The right-hander is continuing his rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery performed in June.
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MLB.com | Feb 11, 2012
Miguel Cabrera has been working on his agility and has dropped 20-25 pounds.
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Associated Press | Feb 11, 2012
Scott Linebrink will report to Spring Training with St. Louis.
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Baltimore Sun | Feb 11, 2012
Baltimore considered Manny Ramirez, but as an organization they were never close to seriously pursuing him.
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ESPN.com | Feb 11, 2012
Ozzie Guillen says that Yoenis Cespedes is "pretty impressive," but that it's no slam dunk that the Cuban defector will end up in Miami.
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ESPN.com | Feb 11, 2012
Signed to a four-year, $56 million deal in the offseason, Adam Dunn batted .159 with 177 strikeouts in 415 at-bats.
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Associated Press | Feb 11, 2012
Soon after he was named Boston's manager, Bobby Valentine joked that he hated New York.
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MLB.com | Feb 10, 2012
Larry Lucchino is the Red Sox's president and chief executive officer.
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Associated Press | Feb 10, 2012
The White Sox are closing in on a Minor League contract with former Arkansas and Southern California quarterback Mitch Mustain, according to a source.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 10, 2012
The Yankees and Pirates have been in discussion about a trade that would send A.J. Burnett to Pittsburgh.
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Detroit News | Feb 10, 2012
The Tigers signed Prince Fielder to a nine-year, $214 million contract last month, but it hasn't been universally well-received.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Feb 10, 2012
Brad Pitt was nominated for an Academy Award as best actor for playing A's general manager Billy Beane in "Moneyball."
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Buster Olney/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 10, 2012
Oakland scouts saw Manny Ramirez work out recently and they remain interested in signing the veteran to serve as their designated hitter.
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Associated Press | Feb 10, 2012
The Indians have agreed to a $4.55 million, one-year contract with infielder Asdrubal Cabrera.
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ESPN.com | Feb 10, 2012
Matt Garza avoided arbitration with Chicago by signing a one-year, $9.5 million deal on Feb. 3.
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ESPN.com | Feb 10, 2012
Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer says that it's unlikely Alfonso Soriano will start the season with another team.
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Associated Press | Feb 10, 2012
The Orioles have defeated Brad Bergesen in salary arbitration, giving clubs a 3-2 lead over players this year.
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Los Angeles Times | Feb 10, 2012
James Loney hit several cars in a November traffic incident.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch | Feb 10, 2012
Adam Wainwright is less than a year removed from elbow ligament replacement surgery, but says that he feels great.
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Boston Herald | Feb 10, 2012
The Red Sox could use another starting pitcher and Roy Oswalt still needs a home for the 2012 season, but the two sides aren't close to a deal.
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Keith Law/ESPN.com | Feb 10, 2012
There were 10 players that just barely missed the cut on the list of Keith Law's Top 100 prospects for the 2012 season this week.
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Boston Herald | Feb 10, 2012
It has been revealed that Kevin Youkilis is engaged to Julie Brady, the sister of Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
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Keith Law/ESPN.com | Feb 10, 2012
Keith Law ranked L.A.'s Mike Trout at the top and put Bryce Harper second, with Rays pitcher Matt Moore coming third.
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MLB.com | Feb 10, 2012
Rich Harden will miss the 2012 season after undergoing right shoulder surgery last week.
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ESPN.com | Feb 10, 2012
South Korea's governing body has banned Orioles scouts for prematurely signing a local high school pitcher.
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ESPN.com | Feb 10, 2012
Yoenis Cespedes could be heading back to the Dominican Republic.
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AP | Feb 10, 2012
Shane Victorino will be a guest star on Monday's episode of "Hawaii Five-O."
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AP | Feb 10, 2012
Phil Garner will remain with the A's in a part-time special adviser role.
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
Even Mets general manager Sandy Alderson is poking fun at the team's financial woes.
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
The Giants have finalized a $1M, one-year deal with the Giants.
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Press Release | Feb 9, 2012
The Royals and outfielder Alex Gordon have agreed to terms on a one-year contract.
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
Former Red Sox pitcher Dennis "Oil Can" Boyd has revealed that he was under the influence of cocaine while pitching.
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
Reliever Craig Breslow and the Diamondbacks have agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,795,000.
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
The Rangers and Nelson Cruz agreed to a two-year, $16M deal on Thursday.
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
A's owner Lew Wolff said that the indecision by MLB over his club moving to San Jose has been "excruciating."
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ESPN.com | Feb 9, 2012
Jed Lowrie and the Astros agreed to a $1.15M, one-year deal on Wednesday.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 8, 2012
The Royals and Alex Gordon are expected to avoid arbitration by agreeing to a multiyear contract.
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Associated Press | Feb 8, 2012
Russell Branyan will have the chance to make the Yankees as a reserve utility infielder after agreeing to a Minor League deal.
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Rob Bradford/WEEI.com | Feb 8, 2012
A left-hander, Daniel McGrath is a native of Melbourne, Australia.
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Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports | Feb 8, 2012
The Pirates might actually want to trade with the Yankees for A.J. Burnett after they struck out on Edwin Jackson.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 8, 2012
Jeff Suppan, who received an invitation to Spring Training, will earn $950,000 if he makes the team.
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Keith Law/ESPN.com | Feb 8, 2012
The Rays, Blue Jays, Cardinals and Royals round out the top five in Law's rankings.
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Associated Press | Feb 8, 2012
The Reds have improved their depth by signing Ryan Ludwick to a one-year deal and Jeff Francis to a Minor League contract.
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Associated Press | Feb 8, 2012
For the second time this offseason, the Marlins have been defeated in arbitration.
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MLB.com | Feb 8, 2012
Bryce Harper could be in right field on Opening Day if the Nationals decide to move Jayson Werth to center.
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Big League Stew | Feb 8, 2012
The price to park at Yankee Stadium could soon reach $55 thanks to poor planning and a private firm that is running low on cash.
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Associated Press | Feb 8, 2012
The Yankees and Bill Hall have agreed to a Minor League contract that includes an invitation to Spring Training.
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Associated Press | Feb 8, 2012
Former Major League outfielder Danny Clyburn Jr. has been shot and killed in his South Carolina hometown.
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Bruce Levine/ESPN.com | Feb 8, 2012
The Cubs and Marlins are the two teams that have been most linked to Cespedes.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 8, 2012
The Rangers have hired Shayne Kelley as a major league staff assistant.
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Associated Press | Feb 8, 2012
Dave Dombrowski is expressing confidence that Prince Fielder can stay productive through most, if not all, of his expensive nine-year contract.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 8, 2012
Cespedes, a 26-year-old outfielder, is tied with Fernando Despaigne for the Cuban League's home run record with 32.
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ESPN.com | Feb 8, 2012
The Rangers and shortstop Elvis Andrus have agreed to a three-year deal, worth between $14-15M.
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ESPN.com | Feb 8, 2012
The Dodgers and Clayton Kershaw have agreed to terms on a $19M, two-year deal.
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Rob Biertempfel/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (via Twitter) | Feb 7, 2012
The Pirates inquired about Roy Oswalt at one point and attempted to jump into the bidding for the right-hander.
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Cincinnati Enquirer | Feb 7, 2012
It is less than two weeks before Spring Training and Roy Oswalt is still looking for a job.
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Bloomberg News | Feb 7, 2012
The A's have extended GM Billy Beane and president Michael Crowley through the 2019 season.
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MLB.com | Feb 7, 2012
Cuban sensation Yoenis Cespedes has received a travel visa, which will allow him to meet with Major League suitors.
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Associated Press | Feb 7, 2012
The auction proceeds will go to the team's charity arm, the Minnesota Twins Community Fund.
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ESPN.com | Feb 7, 2012
Yoenis Cespedes has been granted a visitor's visa to travel from the Dominican Republic to the United States, according to a source.
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MLB.com | Feb 7, 2012
Pablo Sandoval agreed to a three-year, $17.15 million contract with the Giants last month, but the third baseman remains motivated.
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MLB.com | Feb 7, 2012
Dan Duquette signed Manny Ramirez to an eight-year, $160 million contract in December 2000 as the general manager of the Red Sox.
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CSN Philly | Feb 7, 2012
It was reported over the weekend that the Phillies were in the race to re-sign Roy Oswalt.
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Dallas Morning News | Feb 7, 2012
Josh Hamilton is entering the final year of his contract.
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ESPN.com | Feb 7, 2012
The Cubs designated Blake DeWitt for assignment on Monday after claiming Adrian Cardenas off waivers from the Athletics.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 7, 2012
The Escogido Leones were defeated Monday by Venezuela's Aragua Tigres, 7-0, but still clinched the Caribbean Series title.
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Buster Olney/ESPN The Magazine | Feb 7, 2012
The Yankees are looking for a left-handed bat and they could sign a player within the week, according to a source.
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MLB.com | Feb 6, 2012
Justin Verlander already has a victory in 2012 even though the season hasn't even started.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 6, 2012
David Ortiz wants a multiyear deal and about $4 million more than the Red Sox have offered.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 6, 2012
Jake Peavy says he is as close to 100 percent as he is going to get as the 2012 season approaches.
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Jon Paul Morosi/FOX Sports | Feb 6, 2012
Matt Garza went 10-10 with a 3.32 ERA and 1.26 WHIP in 31 games for Chicago during the 2011 season.
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Nationals (via Twitter) | Feb 6, 2012
Washington has signed Mark Teahen to a Minor League contract with an invitation to Spring Training.
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Associated Press | Feb 6, 2012
The Braves have unveiled a new alternate home uniform that is based on the attire worn when the team moved from Milwaukee in 1966.
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Associated Press | Feb 6, 2012
The right-hander will earn $8 million in 2012 as opposed to the $6.9 million that Miami offered.
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ESPN.com | Feb 6, 2012
The Mariners have signed left-hander Hong-Chih Kuo to a one-year deal.
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ESPN.com | Feb 6, 2012
The Orioles have traded Jeremy Guthrie to the Rockies for Matt Lindstrom and Jason Hammel.
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MLB.com | Feb 6, 2012
New York would likely only offer Hall a Minor League contract with a chance to make the club in Spring Training.
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MLB.com | Feb 6, 2012
With the NFL season over following Sunday night's Super Bowl, Matt Holliday says the focus is shifting to baseball.
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Associated Press | Feb 6, 2012
After pitching at about 197 pounds last season, he'll enter the spring at 175 pounds.
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John Fay/Cincinnati Enquirer | Feb 6, 2012
The Reds haven't spoken to Roy Oswalt's people since last Monday, when they believed he was headed to Texas.
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MLB.com | Feb 6, 2012
The Nationals have agreed to terms on a Minor League contract with Rick Ankiel that includes an invitation to Spring Training.
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Andy Martino/New York Daily News (via Twitter) | Feb 6, 2012
The Mets had been courting Rick Ankiel, who signed a Minor League deal with the Nationals over the weekend.
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ESPN.com | Feb 6, 2012
Francisco Liriano walked four and struck out five to help lead the Dominican Republic's Escogido Leones to a 2-0 win over Mexico's Ciudad Obregon Yaquis.
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MLB.com | Feb 5, 2012
The Orioles have some interest in Manny Ramirez as they look to add a veteran bat before Spring Training begins.
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Associated Press | Feb 5, 2012
Tim Lincecum prefers short-term deals because he doesn't like to plan too far into the future.
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Detroit News | Feb 5, 2012
Cecil Fielder has no plans to attend any of his son Prince's games with the Tigers this season.
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St. Petersburg Times | Feb 5, 2012
Evan Longoria dropped 10 to 15 pounds this offseason as he looks to avoid any nagging injuries.
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Jon Paul Morosi/FOX Sports | Feb 5, 2012
Roy Oswalt is believed to prefer the Cardinals and Rangers, but those two clubs may not have the cash to sign the pitcher.
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Miami Herald | Feb 5, 2012
Anibal Sanchez will be eligible for free agency after next season.
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Boston Globe | Feb 5, 2012
Despite physical and anxiety issues, there are three West Coast teams courting Hong-Chih Kuo.
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MLB.com | Feb 5, 2012
Alfredo Aceeves and the Red Sox agreed to a $1.2M deal on Sunday, avoiding an arbitration hearing.
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ESPN.com | Feb 5, 2012
The Dodgers have asked a U.S. Judge to disallow claims against the team filed by beaten Giants fan Bryan Stow.
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ESPN.com | Feb 5, 2012
Brad Penny has signed with the Sofbank Hawks of Japan's Pacific League.
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Oakland Tribune | Feb 5, 2012
The A's are evaluating Magglio Ordonez for a possible spring training tryout.
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MLB.com | Feb 5, 2012
Infielder Alex Cora is close to a Minor League deal with the Cardinals.
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ESPN.com | Feb 4, 2012
David Ortiz want to avoid an arbitration hearing and get a multiyear deal with the Red Sox.
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MLB.com | Feb 4, 2012
Tim Lincecum has stated that signing a two-year deal "doesn't eliminate any chance for future extension talks."
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ESPN.com | Feb 4, 2012
The Rams are trying to solve an issue regarding the lease of their stadium in St. Louis.
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New York Daily News | Feb 4, 2012
The Yankees could add Johnny Damon, Raul Ibanez or Hideki Matsui as an extra hitter.
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Dallas Morning News | Feb 4, 2012
Josh Hamilton had an alcohol relapse this week, which has forced him to put contract talks with the Rangers aside.
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New York Post | Feb 4, 2012
Mary Cashman has filed for divorce in Connecticut after news of a second affair hit the public.
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Detroit Free-Press | Feb 4, 2012
The relationship between Prince Fielder and his father, Cecil, is still rocky.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports | Feb 4, 2012
As the season nears, Bryce Harper appears more likely to make the Nationals and be in the lineup on Opening Day.
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Tony Jackson/ESPN.com | Feb 4, 2012
Todd Coffey appears to have taken the final spot in the team's bullpen.
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Associated Press | Feb 4, 2012
Jose Reyes had his dreadlocks trimmed during a nationally televised haircut Friday on the MLB Network.
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Associated Press | Feb 4, 2012
The agreement adds a $4.1 million salary for the 2013 season and a $4.25 million option for 2014.
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ESPN.com | Feb 4, 2012
A panel has ruled for the Rays over pitcher Jeff Niemann in salary arbitration Friday.
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San Jose Mercury News | Feb 4, 2012
Many questions await Giants catcher Buster Posey and his injured ankle this spring.
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Bay Area News Group | Feb 4, 2012
Manny Ramirez is deciding whether he'll sign with the A's, Orioles, or Blue Jays.
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MLB.com | Feb 3, 2012
The Blue Jays are thinking about installing a natural-grass surface at Rogers Centre.
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Associated Press | Feb 3, 2012
Joba Chamberlain had ligament surgery on June 16.
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Bruce Levine/ESPN.com | Feb 3, 2012
The Cubs have avoided arbitration with Matt Garza by agreeing to a one-year, $9.5 million deal.
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Associated Press | Feb 3, 2012
The Brewers and Shaun Marcum have agreed to a one-year, $7.725 million deal for the 2012 season.
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Richard Durrett/ESPN.com | Feb 3, 2012
Josh Hamilton has acknowledged that he had a "moment of weakness" at two Dallas bars on Monday night.
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ThePostGame | Feb 3, 2012
Justin Timberlake is joining the cast of the baseball film "Trouble With the Curve."
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Big League Stew | Feb 3, 2012
A Missouri sports bar and grill named for Albert Pujols will change its name after the slugger left the Cardinals in free agency.
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Big League Stew | Feb 3, 2012
A fan wrote out a trade suggestion and sent it in the mail to Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto.
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MLive.com | Feb 3, 2012
Prince Fielder never considered settling for a one-year contract this offseason in order to hit the free agent market once again next winter.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 3, 2012
Edwin Jackson is hoping to hit the market with a higher value next winter.
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Danny Knobler/CBS Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 3, 2012
Cleveland tried to land Edwin Jackson, but they deemed Washington's offer to be too much.
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Enrique Rojas/ESPN.com | Feb 3, 2012
Gerardo Concepcion will earn $7 million in guaranteed money from the Cubs.
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Associated Press | Feb 3, 2012
Tommy Hanson only made five starts after the All-Star break because of persistent shoulder pain.
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ESPN.com | Feb 3, 2012
The Indians and Casey Kotchman have agreed to terms on a one-year, $3M deal.
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ESPN.com | Feb 3, 2012
A New York woman has been charged with stalking and shaking down Yankees GM Brian Cashman.
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ESPN.com | Feb 3, 2012
Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton had a relapse with alcohol this week, according to a source.
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MLB.com | Feb 2, 2012
Kendrys Morales took batting practice last week and was watched by Angels assistant general manager Scott Servais.
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Associated Press | Feb 2, 2012
Casey Fossum hasn't pitched in the Major Leagues since 2009 when he was with the Mets.
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Los Angeles Times | Feb 2, 2012
Steven Cohen, who is trying to buy the Dodgers, is on the verge of becoming a minority owner in his hometown Mets.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 2, 2012
Paul Konerko says retirement may be nearing as he enters the 2012 season with two years left on his contract.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com (via Twitter) | Feb 2, 2012
Vladimir Guerrero and Johnny Damon remain on the free agent market because they are asking for more money than teams are willing to spend.
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Bruce Levine/ESPN.com | Feb 2, 2012
Matt Garza is asking for $12.5 million, but Chicago has countered with $7.95 million.
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Mark Saxon/ESPN.com | Feb 2, 2012
Albert Pujols plans to report to the Angels a week before the reporting date for position players.
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Jerry Crasnick/ESPN.com | Feb 2, 2012
Edwin Jackson, 28, was considered perhaps the top free-agent pitcher available on the market and had been linked to the Red Sox.
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MLB.com | Feb 2, 2012
Nyjer Morgan, who grew up playing hockey in San Jose, lived out a dream on Wednesday by skating with the NHL's Sharks.
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Associated Press | Feb 2, 2012
The Mariners have agreed to a Minor League contract with Carlos Guillen.
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Chicago Tribune | Feb 2, 2012
Matt Garza was the MVP of the 2008 series, while with the Rays, after beating the Red Sox twice.
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Bruce Levine/ESPN.com | Feb 2, 2012
Their major needs center around a utility middle infielder and a backup catcher with major league experience.
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Associated Press | Feb 2, 2012
Juan Cruz, 33, went 5-0 with a 3.88 ERA in 56 relief appearances with Tampa Bay last season.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 2, 2012
Ben Cherington has had no meetings with Roy Oswalt.
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MLB.com | Feb 1, 2012
Dan Johnson was a hero for the Rays last fall, hitting a home run in the season finale to help send a must-win game to extra innings.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 1, 2012
The Red Sox made an offer to Edwin Jackson, but they are "most likely out of the picture" for the right-hander.
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Jayson Stark/ESPN.com | Feb 1, 2012
Bud Selig continues to talk about the playoff field expanding in 2012, but sources claim efforts to make that happen remain bogged down because of details.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 1, 2012
A Red Sox source confirmed Wednesday that the team has not given up on adding Roy Oswalt to their rotation.
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Gordon Edes/ESPN.com | Feb 1, 2012
If the sides do go to a hearing, it will be Boston's first since Tim Wakefield in 2002.
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Andrew Perna/RealGM | Feb 1, 2012
The moves made by Brian Cashman are all under a microscope given his job as general manager of the Yankees.
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MLB.com | Feb 1, 2012
Frustrated by his lack of hits against the shift over the years, Mark Teixeira says he'll consider bunting at times this season.
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MLB.com | Feb 1, 2012
Chipper Jones feels healthy after his right knee plagued him last season and he isn't thinking at all about retirement.
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MLB.com | Feb 1, 2012
Michael Pineda struck out 173, walked 55 and posted a 3.74 ERA in 171 innings last season with the Mariners.
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Yahoo! Sports | Feb 1, 2012
Edwin Jackson is believed to have a few multiyear offers on the table, with one possibly coming from the Orioles.
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Baltimore Sun | Feb 1, 2012
The Orioles have expressed interest in extending the contract of Adam Jones.
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Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter) | Feb 1, 2012
Davey Johnson wants Bryce Harper on the field as soon as possible.
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Associated Press | Feb 1, 2012
He was the Opening Day starter for the Nationals last season and started 29 games, going 8-13 with a 4.47 ERA.
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Associated Press | Feb 1, 2012
Arizona also avoided a hearing with infielder Ryan Roberts, who will make $2,012,500 under his own one-year deal.
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