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Sources: Dodgers Have Discussed Signing Greinke And Price

Dec 1, 2015 4:07 PM

The Los Angeles Dodgers have discussed internally the possibility of signing both Zack Greinke and David Price, according to sources.

However, it's highly doubtful the club would spend the money to sign both.

Clayton Kershaw already makes $30 million annually and both Price and Greinke are expected to receive as much on the free agent market.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

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Report: Cueto Seeking $140-$160M Contract

Dec 1, 2015 6:25 AM

Johnny Cueto is looking for a contract worth $140 million to $160 million, according to a report by ESPN's Jerry Crasnick.

Cueto reportedly rejected a six-year, $120 million offer from the Arizona Diamondbacks, which may offer legitimacy to Crasnick's report.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Tags: Kansas City Royals, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Market For Zack Greinke Beginning To Intensify

Nov 30, 2015 3:57 PM

The market for Zack Greinke is beginning to "heat up," according to a report by Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants are looking for some details in terms of what Greinke is looking for on the free agent market.

Greinke is reportedly looking for more than $30 million annually.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

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Red Sox, Chris Young Reach Multiyear Deal

Dec 1, 2015 6:25 AM

The Boston Red Sox have reached an agreement on a multiyear deal with Chris Young, according to a source.

No terms have been reported for the deal, which brings Young over from the rival New York Yankees.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Tags: Boston Red Sox, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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Orioles Interested In Denard Span

Nov 30, 2015 7:02 AM

The Baltimore Orioles have "some level of interest" in Denard Span, according to a report.

The level of Baltimore's interest isn't clear, but some within the organization view him as a good fit in right field.

Span has played just 124 games in right during his career and none since 2009.

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Braves Interested In Zobrist As Mentor To Young Players

Nov 30, 2015 6:53 AM

The Atlanta Braves are interested in signing Ben Zobrist, who has no shortage of suitors this offseason.

Atlanta is rebuilding and seems like a surprising suitor, but they view Zobrist as a strong mentor for their young players.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

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Johnny Cueto Rejected Offer From D-Backs

Nov 30, 2015 4:10 PM

Free-agent pitcher Johnny Cueto turned down a reportedly lucrative contract offer from the D-Backs earlier this month, Arizona general manager Dave Stewart told the Arizona Republic.

Stewart would not reveal specifics of the offer, but MLB.com reported Sunday that Cueto rejected a six-year, $120 million deal.

ESPN.com

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Zobrist Is 'No. 1 Target' For Mets

Nov 30, 2015 7:04 AM

The New York Mets have labeled Ben Zobrist as their "No. 1 target," according to a report.

The Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves and San Francisco Giants are also believed to be interested in Zobrist, who won a World Series title with the Kansas City Royals this month.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

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Tigers, Jordan Zimmermann Agree To $110M Deal

Nov 30, 2015 4:10 PM

The Detroit Tigers have agreed to a five-year, $110 million deal with Jordan Zimmermann, according to a source.

The contract is pending the completion of a physical exam.

Zimmermann joins Justin Verlander and Anibal Sanchez atop Detroit's starting rotation.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

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Report: Tigers In Serious Talks With Jordan Zimmerman

Nov 29, 2015 2:00 PM

The Tigers and right-hander Jordan Zimmerman are progressing in discussions on a free-agent contract, according to a Fox Sports report on Saturday.

The talks between the free agent starter, who has pitched for the Nationals his entire career, and the Tigers are "serious," according to the report.

In 2015, he went 13-10 with a 3.66 ERA and made a career-high 33 starts.

ESPN.com

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J.A. Happ Returns To Blue Jays
Free agent left-hander J.A. Happ agreed to a $36M, three-year deal with the Blue Jays on Friday.

ESPN.com

Several GMs Predict Red Sox Will Sign David Price
As many as six general managers predicted to Peter Gammons that the Red Sox will sign David Price amid reports that they are the leaders for the left-hander.

Peter Gammons

Astros Unlikely To Sign Chris Davis
The Astros have been connected to Chris Davis, but they aren't expected to sign the first baseman, according to a person familiar with the situation.

Evan Drellich/Houston Chronicle

Marlins, Dee Gordon Discussing Extension
Dee Gordon confirmed his camp has been in talks with the Marlins regarding a multiyear deal during an appearance on MLB Network on Wednesday.

Joe Frisaro/MLB

Alex Avila Signs Deal With White Sox
The White Sox have signed Alex Avila to a one-year contract.

Doug Padilla/ESPN

Giants Among Teams Interested In John Lackey
The Giants are among the clubs interested in free-agent John Lackey, according to a source.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Geovany Soto Agrees To Deal With Angels
Geovany Soto's deal came just one day after the Angels saw Chris Iannetta sign with the Mariners in free agency.

Associated Press

Lincecum Planning January Showcase, Signing
Tim Lincecum is expected to wait until after the new year before looking for a new contract and holding a potential showcase for Major League clubs.

Jeff Passan/Yahoo! Sports

Padres Meet With Nobuhiro Matsuda
Two members of the Padres front office, including A.J. Preller, recently met with free agent third baseman Nobuhiro Matsuda, according to multiple reports.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Orioles Very Interested In Re-Signing Chris Davis
Buck Showalter has confirmed that the Orioles are very interested in re-signing Chris Davis this offseason.

Brittany Ghiroli/MLB

Angels May Pursue Jason Heyward
The Angels aren't ruling out a pursuit of Jason Heyward in free agency, according to sources.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Mariners Sign Chris Iannetta To One-Year Deal
The Mariners have signed Chris Iannetta to a one-year contract with the expectation that he will begin the season as the club's starting catcher.

Associated Press

Rangers Not Expected To Go After Cespedes
The Rangers inquired about Yoenis Cespedes more than once when he was a member of the Athletics, but they are unlikely to chase him in free agency.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Dodgers Sign Pair Of Cuban Prospects
The Dodgers have agreed to terms with two Cuban prospects -- outfielder Yusniel Diaz, 19, and second baseman Omar Estevez, 17, have received bonuses worth $15.5 and $6 million, respectively, pending p

Jesse Sanchez/MLB

All Top Pitchers 'Under Consideration' For Red Sox
The Red Sox have been linked to top free agent pitchers David Price, Johnny Cueto, Jordan Zimmermann and Zack Greinke since the season ended and Dave Dombrowski has done nothing to hide the club's in

Jamal Collier/MLB

Astros Determined To Sign Closer
The Astros are looking at both trade and free-agent options to sign a top closer for next season.

MLB.com

Roc Nation Marketing Cespedes With '52 Reviews' Book
The book contains testimonials from managers, coaches, teammates, executives and media members on Cespedes, according to ESPN's Jerry Crasnick.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Cardinals Interested In Chris Davis
The Cardinals are interested in Chris Davis and have spoken with agent Scott Boras about the slugger, according to a report.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

A's Sign Rich Hill To $6M Deal
Rich Hill, 35, began the 2015 season with Washington's Triple-A club in Syracuse.

Associated Press

Blue Jays Prioritizing Starting Rotation
The Blue Jays have already re-signed Marco Estrada, but they will continue to prioritize their starting rotation.

Ben Nicholson-Smith/Sportsnet