The New York Yankees grabbed center fielder Johnny Damon away from the rival Boston Red Sox, reaching a preliminary agreement Tuesday night on a $52 million, four-year contract.
June 2005 - Baseball Wiretap
Yanks Steal Damon
Manny Sells Off Sox Memorbilia, Says He's Staying
"Manny said he's been approached by a New York collector, but he wanted to keep the stuff around Boston. I asked him if he wanted to leave the Red Sox and he said, 'No, I'm staying right here.'"
Cubs Closing In On Jones
General manager Jim Hendry has made a contract offer in the last couple of days to free-agent outfielder Jacque Jones, but the Cubs also remain in a trade scenario for an outfielder.
Yanks In The Running For Dotel
Free-agent reliever Octavio Dotel will most likely choose a team today, and the Yankees felt they were "very much in it," a local source told The Post yesterday.
A.J. Gets Three-Year Extension
Catcher A.J. Pierzynski, a major cog in the Chicago White Sox' World Championship run, has agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the club.
Yankees Anticipate Henry Saving The Day On Damon
Red Sox owner John Henry recently injected himself into the Johnny Damon negotiations.
Nomar Agrees To Deal With Dodgers
Former Red Sox shortstop agreed in principle to a one-year deal with the Dodgers worth $6 million in base salary. The 32-year-old will play first base.
Nomar Could Be Leaning Towards Dodgers
Nomar Garciaparra and Mia Hamm live in Manhattan Beach, which could give the Dodgers an advantage over the other three clubs.
Mariners Close In On Former Angel Pitcher
The Seattle Mariners are nearing a four-year deal with free-agent pitcher Jarrod Washburn, filling the team's need for another veteran arm in the starting rotation.
ARod Comes With A Swiss Decision
"I am proud to be an American citizen and to have a Dominican legacy. My commitment to baseball is secondary to honoring my patriotic duties to my country and my ancestors."
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