Randy Winn's agent broke ground on contract talks, but no figures were exchanged. Winn hoped negotiations would conclude before the start of the season but said that wasn't a "hard and fast rule."
May 2006 - Baseball Wiretap
Winn Hopes To Get Contract Done Before Opening Day
Ozzie Apologizes For A-Rod Comments
Ozzie Guillen opened spring training by apologizing to Alex Rodriguez for comments the Chicago White Sox manager made in which he criticized the Yankees star.
Mulder Unfazed By Free Agency
Contract alks with the Cardinals have yet to begin for Mark Mulder, according to his agent and the club. Mulder insists he won't be jangled if they wait.
Mussina Wants To Return In 2007
Mike Mussina's six-year, $88.5 million contract expires at the end of this season and the 37-year-old said yesterday he would like to return to the Bronx next season.
Sox Owner Critical Of Revenue-Share System
MLB's current revenue-sharing system, even while bettering the game, is too burdensome on the richest clubs which are substantially subsidizing some of their opponents, says John Henry.
Yankees Sign Deal With Erickson
The Yankees have agreed to a minor-league deal with pitcher Scott Erickson today, Newsday has learned.
So Long Sosa...
"We're not going to put him on the retirement list," Katz told ESPN.com. "We decided that [not putting him on that list] was the best thing to do. But I can say, with reasonable certainty, that we've
Sosa Turns Down Washington
Sammy Sosa has turned down an offer to sign with the Washington Nationals.
The Nationals had offered Sosa a non-guaranteed contract that would have included performance bonus opportunities.
Weaver Agrees To One-Year Deal With Angels
Jeff Weaver is believed to have signed a deal for $8.4 million guaranteed, plus $600,000 in incentives.
Lima Agrees To Minor League Deal With Mets
Jose Lima agreed to a minor league contract with the Mets on Tuesday, giving the team another pitching option for its starting rotation.
Clemens Headlines Team USA's 30-Man Roster
Roger Clemens won't make a decision about the season until after he's done pitching in the tournament, which runs March 3-20.