"We think Brett is a huge plus," Dodger GM Ned Colletti said. "He's been so durable, probably a 200-inning guy. Having starters who are durable gives us more options in the rotation, in the bullpen."
The most serious discussions the Orioles are having about Miguel Tejada appear to be with the Cubs, who are dangling a package that includes standout right-handed pitcher Mark Prior.
The Cubs, aggressively pursuing a blockbuster trade for Orioles shortstop Miguel Tejada, are willing to part with a top starting pitcher, most likely right-hander Mark Prior.
Boston's bungling of the Johnny Damon negotiations has made Manny Ramirez even more angry, a source said yesterday, and he's now open to a trade to the Mets.
Sidney Ponson agreed to a one-year contract with the St. Louis Cardinals, three months after the Baltimore Orioles voided the pitcher's contract and released him.