With CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett off the market, the free-agent focus shifts to Ben Sheets, who has a number of suitors.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
With CC, A.J. Gone, Where Will Sheets Go?
D'Backs Acquire Schoeneweis From Mets
The Mets have traded reliever Scott Schoeneweis to the Diamondbacks.
Rays Non-Tender Jonny Gomes
The Tampa Bay Rays have declined to tender a 2009 contract to outfielder/designated hitter Jonny Gomes.
Yankees And Burnett Reach Agreement
A.J. Burnett will bring his power arm to the Yankee rotation after agreeing to a five-year, $82.5 million contract.
Cubs To Unload Marquis To Sign Bradley?
The Cubs could look to trade pitcher Jason Marquis in order to sign free-agent designated hitter Milton Bradley.
Orioles: We Have A Shot At Teixeira
The Orioles believe they are in the running to land free-agent first baseman Mark Teixeira, despite a huge offer from the Nationals and fellow suitors like the Red Sox and Angels.
Rays Like Either Bradley Or Giambi?
The Rays haven't made an offer to free-agents Milton Bradley or Jason Giambi, but they could in the future as they wait for the market to develop.
Can Dodgers Retain Manny With A Third Year?
The Dodgers initially offered free-agent Manny Ramirez a two-year deal worth $45 million, and it is believed that almost a month later a third year could be offered.
Angels, Sox Still Leading Teixeira Race?
The Red Sox and Angels are believed to be the front runners to sign free-agent first baseman Mark Teixeira, even though the Nationals and Orioles are expected to make huge offers.
Burnett In 'Decision-Making Mode'
A.J. Burnett has offers on the table from the Yankees and Atlanta Braves, so he is now "in decision-making mode," agent Darek Braunecker wrote in an e-mail.
Grading The Deal: Ibanez To Fill Burrell's Shoes In Left
Raul Ibanez is a consistent hitter, but he will have a tough time replacing Pat Burrell's overall production in left field for the Phillies.
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Ibanez, Phils Agree To 3-Year, $30M Deal
The Phillies have agreed to terms with free-agent outfielder Raul Ibanez on a three-year deal reportedly worth $30 million.
Sabathia's Deal To Benefit Lowe?
With CC Sabathia off the market, free-agent pitcher Derek Lowe could become the target of a number of teams interested in upgrading their pitching this winter.
Rhodes To Reds Pending Physical
Left-handed relief pitcher Arthur Rhodes will officially become a member of the Reds should he pass a physical on Friday.
Time Running Out On Pettitte's Possible Return To Bronx?
If Andy Pettitte truly wants to pitch for the Yankees next season, he better speed up negotiations with GM Brian Cashman.
Bernie Williams Wants To Play In WBC
Former Yankees' center fielder Bernie Williams wants to play for Puerto Rico in next year's World Baseball Classic.
Boston Debut New Logo
The Red Sox debuted a new "hanging sox" logo on Thursday, along with new road jerseys for the 2009 season.
Source: Yanks Offer Burnett 5-Year Deal
The Yankees have reportedly offered free-agent pitcher A.J. Burnett a five-year deal worth $85 million.
Dodgers' Colletti Ready To Wait On Manny
Dodgers' general manager Ned Colletti claims that he is ready to wait out contract negotiations with free-agent outfielder Manny Ramirez.
Hamels: Mets "Choke Artists"
The Phillies' Cole Hamels called the Mets "choke artists" in an interview on the Mets' flagship radio station Thursday.
Angels Again Interested In Peavy
The Angels reiterated their interest in Jake Peavy during the winter meetings.
Manny Frustrated By Lack Of Interest, Considering Retirement?
While this is probably another case of 'Manny being Manny', Manny Ramirez is frustrated with the lack of interest.
Tigers Acquire Edwin Jackson From Tampa Bay
The Tigers acquired right-hander Edwin Jackson from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for outfielder Matt Joyce.
Cameron For Cabrera Trade Back On?
The Mike Cameron for Miguel Cabrera trade now appears to be back on.
Big Unit Prefers Giants Over A's?
Both the Giants and A's are interested in signing Randy Johnson, but he seems to prefer the NL club.
Cubs Could Send Jason Marquis To New York?
The Mets and Cubs are discussing a trade that would send Jason Marquis home to New York.
Beltre Adds Twins To No-Trade List
One of the teams expected to go heavily after Adrian Beltre this winter was the Minnesota Twins.
Grading The Deal: Does Everyone Really Improve With Putz Trade?
The Mets, Mariners, and Indians completed a 12-player trade in which every team walks away improved.
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Clement Signs With Toronto
Matt Clement has agreed to a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, according to WEEI.
Cameron Deal Falling Apart After Yanks Ask For Help With Money
In order to facilitate a trade for Mike Cameron, the Yankees have asked Milwaukee to eat a portion of his $10 million contract, which infuriated the Brewers.
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