The Cubs and free agent pitcher Ryan Dempster have reached agreement on a multi-year contract, which is expected to be signed Tuesday, according to multiple sources.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Sources: Cubs And Dempster Agree To $52M Deal
Yanks Talking To Lowe And Burnett While Waiting On CC
The Yankees have had talks with free agent pitchers Derek Lowe and A.J. Burnett.
Many GMs Believe Dodgers Will Get CC, Manny To SF
Peter Gammons recently took the pulse of several general managers, and their replies were intriguing.
Dodgers Trying To Pluck Lucchino From Red Sox?
The Dodgers, according to Peter Gammons, haven't given up on getting Larry Lucchino to go west and bring their business into the 21st century.
Pedro Wants Another Season With The Mets
Pedro Martinez has other suitors, but his preference is to remain with the New York Mets.
Angels Want Other Teams To Bid On Teixeira First
The Angels have yet to make an offer to first baseman Mark Teixeira or pitcher CC Sabathia, GM Tony Reagins said.
Cubs Only Team Left For Peavy?
The Jake Peavy trade derby is now down to one viable team, according to GM Kevin Towers.
D-Backs Looking At Ramon Vazquez
The Diamondbacks are reportedly interested in filling their vacancy at second base with Ramon Vazquez.
Padres' Kouzmanoff Has Shoulder Surgery
Padres' third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder, but is expected to be ready by spring training
Towers: No Recent Talks With Yanks On Peavy
Padres general manager Kevin Towers claims that there have been no recent discussions with New York's Brian Cashman regarding a trade for Jake Peavy.
Cubs Close To Re-Signing Dempster
The Chicago Cubs are close to re-signing free-agent right-hander Ryan Dempster to a four-year contract, according to major-league sources.
Rays To Raise Ticket Prices In 2009
After coming within a few wins of a World Series title, the Tampa Bay Rays are raising their ticket prices for the 2009 season.
A.J. To Receive $80M Offer To Pitch For New York
The Yankees are reportedly finalizing an offer to free agent pitcher A.J. Burnett worth $80 million over five years.
Hennessey, Murphy Sign Minor-League Deals With Orioles
P Brad Hennessey and INF Donnie Murphy signed minor league deals with the Baltimore Orioles on Monday.
Japanese Schoolgirl Drafted By Pro Team
A Japanese schoolgirl is attempting to become the first woman to ever play professional baseball in Japan.
MLB Stars Visible At Palms Casino
Tim Lincecum, the NL Cy Young winner, was among a group of several big leaguers at the Palms Casino this weekend for a poker tournament.
Giants, Furcal Have Mutual Interest
The Giants and free agent shortstop Rafael Furcal reportedly have mutual interest in one another this offseason.
New Hall Of Fame Classic To Debut In 2009
Legends and old-timers will play in a new Hall of Fame Classic game beginning in 2009.
Yanks To Play First-Ever Exhibition Game On April 3rd
The Yankees announced Monday that they will play the first-ever exhibition games at the new Yankee Stadium against the Cubs on Friday, April 3 at 7:05 p.m.
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Affeldt Signs Two-Year Deal With Giants
The Giants and reliever Jeremy Affeldt agreed to a two-year deal on Monday.
Jays Might Move Downs To Rotation If They Strike Out In Free Agency
Scott Downs has experience as a starter.
Pujols Wins NL MVP, Howard Second, Manny Fourth
Albert Pujols won his second NL Most Valuable Player Award on Monday.
A-Rod Flirting With Kate Hudson?
Alex Rodriguez and Kate Hudson were both at the opening of the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami and were reportedly involved in some serious flirting.
Mets, Agent Deny K-Rod Speculation
The Mets and Francisco Rodriguez's agent have refuted a report in a Venezuelan newspaper that the free-agent closer has traveled to New York for a physical examination.
Yankees Still Waiting On Mussina
The Yankees hope that Mike Mussina will decide within the next few days whether or not he plans to pitch in 2009.
Mets Expected To Make Offers Soon
The Mets are expected to make offers to their desired free agent targets this week.
Will Howard Be Phils' 3rd Straight MVP?
Ryan Howard and Albert Pujols are rumored to be the leading candidates to win the NL MVP this season.
GMs Agree Instant Replay A Success
A number of MLB executives believe that the implementation of instant replay to the game this season was a success.
Red Sox, Tigers Talk Lugo Deal
The Red Sox and Tigers are reportedly discussing a trade involving shortstop Julio Lugo.
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