The Giants consider Edgar Renteria a fallback option to Rafael Furcal, who wants a four-year deal.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Report Of Renteria Signing With Giants Incorrect
Pirates Make History By Signing Two Indian Born Players
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed 20-year-old left-handed pitcher Rinku Singh and 19-year-old right-handed pitcher Dinesh Kumar Patel as non-drafted free agents.
Boras: Sox Haven't Made Varitek Offer
Agent Scott Boras claims that the Red Sox haven't offer free-agent catcher Jason Varitek a one-year contract, contrary to a report on WEEI.com.
Agent Refutes Report Of A's $48M Offer To Furcal
Rafael Furcal's agent claims that a report claiming his client received a $48 million contract offer from the Athletics was incorrect.
Royals Trade Lumsden To Astros
The Kansas City Royals have traded left-handed pitcher Tyler Lumsden to the Houston Astros for a player to be named.
Bowa: Dodgers Need Manny
Dodgers' third base coach Larry Bowa believes that the team needs to re-sign free-agent outfielder Manny Ramirez.
Blake Wants To Play Third For Twins?
Free-agent third baseman Casey Blake reportedly would like to play for the Twins, but the team isn't thrilled with giving him a three-year deal.
Edwin Jackson An Option For Mets?
The Mets are still looking to bolster their starting rotation, and an interesting trade possibilty involves Tampa Bay's Edwin Jackson.
Boston Offers Varitek One-Year Deal
The Red Sox? initial contract offer to free agent catcher Jason Varitek this offseason was for one year, according to sources close to the situation.
CC Could Make Decision This Week
CC Sabathia originally planned to make his decision after the Thanksgiving weekend.
Teahen-To-Cubs Deal Could Be In Works
Rumors of the Cubs trading for Kansas City's Mark Teahen have surfaced once again.
Ozzie On Board With Youth Movement
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen is on board with the idea of injecting the team's roster with new, young players this winter.
Teixeira, Angels Could Affect Sabathia Deal
The Angels have made it known that they would like to re-sign Mark Teixeira, but if the first baseman doesn't make a quick decision, Los Angeles could move onto CC Sabathia.
Furcal Reveals He'll Sign With A's?
Free-agent shortstop Rafael Furcal told El Caribe that he would return from his native Dominican Republic to the United States on Monday to sign a contract.
Red Sox Make Offer To Japanese Amateur
The Red Sox have reportedly made a $6 million contract offer to Japanese pitcher Junichi Tazawa.
Tribune Sets Deadline For Cubs Bids
Bids to acquire the Chicago Cubs from the Tribune Co. are reportedly due the week of December 1.
Knicks Helping Yanks Land CC?
CC Sabathia developed a relationship with LeBron James from his days with the Cavaliers, and the Knicks pursuit of King James could help the Yankees land Sabathia.
Mets, Dodgers, And Braves Interested In Texas Starters
The Braves, Dodgers, and Mets are believed to be among teams that have inquired about Rangers starting pitchers Kevin Millwood and Vicente Padilla.
Red Sox Investigating Baldelli's Health
The Red Sox are doing due diligence on free agent Rocco Baldelli, who could be in the mix as a fourth outfielder.
Ethier: Manny Taught Me How To Be Patient
Andre Ethier credits Manny Ramirez for having a positive influence on his play at the plate.
Cards Continue Talks With Lefty Miller
The negotiations between the Cardinals and left-handed reliever Trever Miller continued on Saturday.
Tigers Still Looking At Shortstop Jack Wilson
The Tigers are interested in acquiring shortstop Jack Wilson from the Pirates, according to a baseball source.
Lowe Becoming Too Expensive For Mets?
Derek Lowe is becoming a hotter commodity on the free agent market than the Mets expected, and they are reportedly considering passing on the pitcher.
Yankees' Matsui Will Not Play In WBC
New York's Hideki Matsui will not play in the 2009 World Baseball Classic in the wake of left knee surgery.
Dodgers' Billingsley Has Leg Surgery After Fall
Dodgers' RHP Chad Billingsley had surgery on Saturday after fracturing his left leg at his Reading, Pa. home on Friday.
Mets' Stadium Naming-Rights Deal Safe
The recent downturn in the United States economy has affected Citigroup, but the Mets claim that the company will still fulfill their naming rights deal.
Mussina: My Time Was Up
Mike Mussina revealed on Friday that he had known since spring training that 2008 would be his final season in the Major Leagues.
Anderson Hires Boras As Agent
Garret Anderson, who previously represented himself, has changed his mind and hired Scott Boras as his agent.
Yankees Could Still Chase Big Bats
If the Yankees don't land two of the top three free-agent pitchers they target, they will likely attempt to bolster an already powerful batting order.
Giants, A's Leading Furcal Sweepstakes
The Giants and Athletics are reportedly leading the race to sign free-agent shortstop Rafael Furcal this offseason.
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