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Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that free agent utility man Alfredo Amezaga worked out for four teams last week.
Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports that the signing of right-hander Jose Contreras is likely the team's final offseason move.
Veteran pitcher Jose Contreras has finalized a $1.5 million, one-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillie
Rays signed RHP Matt Bush to a minor league contract.
Dodgers signed LHP John Koronka to a minor league contract.
Keith Law lists his top 100 prospects for 2010, beginning with Braves phenom Jason Heyward at No.
Dodgers signed OF Timo Perez to a minor league contract.
Bob Nightengale of USA Today writes that free agent outfielder Gary Sheffield might be a perfect fit for the Reds.
Former Blue Jays second baseman Roberto Alomar will be inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame this summe
Jon Heyman of SI.com reports that the Yankees may look at Marcus Thames, Rocco Baldelli or Jonny Gomes if they can be had at a low salary.
Scott Lauber of the News Journal hears that the Phillies are interested in re-signing Pedro Martinez.
Bill Ladson of MLB.com reports that the price tag for Orlando Hudson is too high and the Nationals are considering other options.
Phillies signed RHP Jose Contreras to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports reports that the Dodgers have interest in free agent Garret Anderson, among others, as a potential fourth outfielder.
According to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com, the Rangers, Rockies, Mariners and Reds are among the possible landing spots for free agent IF Melvin Mora.
Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com reports that the Orioles, Dodgers, Mets, Red Sox and Giants are among the teams with interest in Japanese left-hander Hisanori Takahashi.
Brad Lidge (knee) and J.C. Romero (elbow) have begun throwing, reports Todd Zolecki of MLB.com.
Reds general manager Walt Jocketty shot down the possibility of signing Johnny Damon, reports John Fay of the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Brandon Webb (shoulder) is resigned to the likelihood of leaving the Diamondbacks in free agency.
Jim Salisbury of CSNPhilly.com reports that Jaime Moyer (hernia, knee) believes he can be ready by the first week of the season.
John Fay of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports that the Reds' interest in free agent outfielder Johnny Damon is "lukewarm."
Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com writes that the market for remaining infielders should become clearer once free agent second baseman Orlando Hudson chooses a new team.
Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald reports that the Marlins continue to search for bullpen help.
A source tells Adam Rubin of the Daily News that free agent right-hander John Smoltz could wait until mid-season before signing with a new team.
The Cubs are still in touch with free agent relievers Kiko Calero and Chan Ho Park, reports Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com.
Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com reports that the Mariners aren't in on free agent catcher Jose Molina.
Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports that the Orioles have signed left-hander Mark Hendrickson to a one-year, $1.2 million contract with a $1.2 million team option for 2011, pending a physical.
Johnny Damon and the Yanks not working out a deal is just foolish.
Chris Perez said he is "95 percent" healed from October surgery, removing a loose bone and cyst from the back of his left ankle.
Bill Ladson of MLB.com tweets that RHP Livan Hernandez sent a contract proposal to the Nationals in December and never heard back.
Daniel Murphy is the first option at first base for the New York Mets. For now, anywa
The Mets are on the cusp of signing Fernando Tatis, reports Mike Puma of the New York Post.
Closer Huston Street and the Colorado Rockies have finalized a $22.5 million, three-year contract, a deal that could be worth $31 million over four seaso
Oliver Perez threw a successful side session on the final day of the team's mini camp in St. Lucie.
Rockies signed RHP Huston Street to a three-year, $22.5 million contract extension with a $9 million player option for 2013.
Reds signed IF Miguel Cairo to a minor league contract.
A team source tells Craig Calcaterra of NBCSports.com that the Braves don't plan to pursue free agent outfielder Johnny Damon.
The Yankees on Wednesday signed Randy Winn, according to a report in the New York Post. The signing of Winn means Damon will not return to the team he helped lead to a World Series title less than three months ago.
The New York Yankees have agreed to terms with free agent outfielder Randy Winn on a one-year contract, pending a physical, sources told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney
Rockies signed RHP Tim Redding to a minor league contract.
Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that the Rays have been in "regular contact" with Scott Boras about signing free agent Johnny Damon to be their primary designated hitter.
The Chicago Cubs announced Wednesday that they will keep their spring training home in Mesa, Ariz., a move that rebuffs suitors in Florida and keeps Arizona's highest-drawing spring training team in tow
Dodgers signed C Brad Ausmus to a one-year, $850,000 contract with a $1 million mutual option for 2011.
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates plan to put a statue of Bill Mazeroski outside PNC Park to commemorate the Hall of Famer's home run that won the World Series 50 years ag
Orioles designated RHP Dennis Sarfate for assignment.
Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that the Yankees have signed outfielder Randy Winn to a one-year contract at around $2 million.
Brewers designated RHP Chris Smith for assignment.
Chicago Cubs agree to terms with Sean Marshall; sign Chad Trac
Brewers claimed IF-OF Joe Inglett off waivers from the Rangers.
Pirates outrighted RHP Anthony Claggett to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Pirates outrighted RHP Steven Jackson to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Troy Renck of the Denver Post reports that the Rockies have signed right-hander Tim Redding to a minor league contract.
Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that the Giants have interest in free agent right-hander Chan Ho Park, but only with a minor league deal.
General manager Alex Anthopoulos told Shi Davidi of the Canadian Press that right-hander Dustin McGowan (shoulder) is scheduled to throw off a mound on Friday.
Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun suggests that right-hander Dennis Sarfate could be designated for assignment to make room for the newly-signed Miguel Tejada on the 40-man roster.
According to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com, Scott Boras is "trying to engage" the Reds and Tigers for free agent outfielder Johnny Damon.
Kenny Lofton, a speedy center fielder and dangerous leadoff hitter for 10 seasons with the Cleveland Indians, has been elected to the team's Hall of Fam
According to Jon Heyman of SI.com, free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye was talking to the Cubs before they signed Xavier Nady.
Andre Dawson said he may put on a Chicago Cubs hat during his Hall of Fame induction speec
Andre Dawson says he will be inducted into the Hall of Fame as a Montreal Expo, despite his preference to go in as a Chicago Cub
The A's are keeping a line of dialogue open with free agent outfielder Johnny Damon, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.
Bob Klapisch of the Bergen Record believes that free agent John Smoltz is leaning toward returning to the Cardinals.
Tim Wakefield said Tuesday that he expects to serve as a full-time member of Boston's starting rotation in 2010.
A Wisconsin appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims she has been unfairly portrayed as a stalker by the Milwaukee Brewers and radio announcer Bob Uecke
Keith Law ranks the farm systems of all 30 teams, from the Rangers at No. 1 to the White Sox at No. 3
Padres designated RHP Mike Ekstrom for assignment.
The Orioles have made an offer to free agent reliever Will Ohman, according to Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun.
Cubs signed 1B Chad Tracy to a minor league contract.
The Cubs and LHP Sean Marshall avoided arbitration Wednesday by agreeing to a one-year contract.
Tim Wakefield says he deserves a full-time spot in the Red Sox rotatio
Andre Dawson will reportedly go into the Hall of Fame as an Exp
The Yankees are reportedly not talking to Johnny Damon anymor
The Giants voided the contract of a top Dominican prospect after he failed a team-administered drug test, multiple sources told ESPN The Magazin
Ronnie Belliard's one-year, $825,000 contract with the Dodgers is not guaranteed, according to Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times.
Texas Rangers closer Frank Francisco agrees to terms for 201
Free-agent right-hander Jon Garland and the Padres have agreed to a $5.3 million, one-year contract, sources told The Associated Pres
Johnny Damon's return to the Yankees is extremely unlikely, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch.
The Rangers and RHP Frank Francisco avoided arbitration on Tuesday by agreeing to a one-year, $3,265,000 contract.
The Cubs have signed infielder Chad Tracy to a minor league contract, according to ESPN Chicago's Bruce Levine.
The Brewers and right-hander Carlos Villanueva have agreed to a one-year, $950,000 contract, avoiding salary arbitratio
Officials in the Phoenix suburb of Mesa say the Cubs have reached a decision about the team's spring training hom
According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post, the Rockies are interested in signing Melvin Mora as a backup infielder.
Twins manager Ron Gardenhire contradicted earlier quotes by GM Bill Smith when he said newly-signed Jim Thome is "not going to just come off the bench," according to St. Paul Pioneer Press reporter Kelsie Smith.
Jim Thome agree to a one-year deal with the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, according to the Pioneer Pres
Jarrod Washburn only wants to pitch in "a limited number of places" in 2010, according to a source of Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com, and the Twins and Mariners top the list.
Jim Thome will be a "bat off the bench" for the Twins, according to general manager Bill Smith.
The Cardinals have invited left-handed pitcher Rich Hill, formerly of the Cubs and Orioles, to spring trainin
The San Diego Padres made their own splash in the free-agent starting pitching market Tuesday, signing right-hander Jon Garland to a one-year, $5.3 million dollar deal
Outfielder Jeremy Hermida and the Boston Red Sox have avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a non-guaranteed $3,345,000, one-year contract
The Red Sox and Jeremy Hermida avoid arbitration with one-year dea
Jon Garland will get a one-year, $4.7 million contract with the Padres, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com.
Jim Thome has agreed to a one-year, $1.5 million contract with the Twins, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune's La Velle E. Neal.
The Dodgers re-signed catcher Brad Ausmus, a source told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olne
The Brewers and RHP Carlos Villanueva avoided arbitration on Tuesday by agreeing to a one-year contract.
Move again casts into doubt the future of Blake DeWit
The Los Angeles Dodgers are bringing back second baseman Ronnie Belliard on a one-year, $825,000 deal, a source confirmed to FOXSports.com
According to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com, free agent left-hander Noah Lowry will hold a private workout for interested teams next Tuesday in Phoenix.
Padres signed OF-IF Matt Stairs to a minor league contract.
Texas Rangers president Nolan Ryan, on the brink of becoming a minority owner in the club, said Tuesday that Major League Baseball continues to oversee the organization, something it's done since Jul
Bill Center of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Padres have signed Jon Garland to a one-year contract.
Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com reports that the Diamondbacks and Rockies are interested in right-hander Derrick Turnbow.
Dodgers signed 2B Ronnie Belliard to a one-year, $825,000 contract.
The Red Sox and outfielder Jeremy Hermida avoided arbitration on Tuesday by agreeing to a one-year, $3,345,000 contract.
According to Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times, the Dodgers have re-signed catcher Brad Ausmus to a one-year, $850,000 contract with a mutual option for 2011.
Cardinals signed LHP Rich Hill to a minor league contract.
A source tells Bill Ladson of MLB.com that the Nationals are atop Orlando Hudson's wish list.
Just like the boisterous fans that pack the ballpark, manager Charlie Manuel wishes the Philadelphia Phillies still had Cliff Le
Six years after signing Miguel Tejada to a top-dollar contract, the Baltimore Orioles welcomed back the 2002 AL MVP at a bargain pric
Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports that the Dodgers have signed second baseman Ronnie Belliard to a one-year, $825,000 contract.
Athletics signed RHP Ben Sheets to a one-year, $10 million contract.
The Indians aren't interested in Jim Thome, reports Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com.
Orioles signed IF Miguel Tejada to a one-year, $6 million contract.
The Chicago Cubs and free-agent outfielder Xavier Nady have agreed in principle on a one-year contract pending a physical, according to a major league sourc
Phillies signed C Carlos Ruiz to a three-year, $8.85 million contract with a $5 million option for 2013.
Rhode Island's Rocco Baldelli still waiting for the free-agent landscape to th
Ken Davidoff of New York Newsday reports that free agent first baseman Carlos Delgado is done playing in Puerto Rico.
The Reds have considered signing free agent shortstop Orlando Cabrera, reports John Fay of the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Rangers acquired IF Mitch Hilligoss and cash considerations from the Yankees for OF Greg Golson.
Yankees acquired OF Greg Golson from the Rangers for IF Mitch Hilligoss and cash considerations.
Phillies claimed IF Brian Bocock off waivers from the Blue Jays.
The Oakland Athletics have agreed to terms with pitcher Ben Sheets on a one-year deal in the range of $8 million, ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney report
New York Mets ace Johan Santana threw off a mound on Tuesday morning, throwing about 25 pitches at the Mets' minicamp in Port St. Lucie, Fl
New York Mets ace Johan Santana has thrown off a mound for the first time since elbow surgery last Sept. 1 and said he felt good
The A’s, making a bold play to upgrade their starting rotation, have reached agreement with free-agent right-hander Ben Sheets on a one- year contract, according to a major-league source
Buster Olney of ESPN.com hears that the dialogue between the Athletics and free agent outfielder Johnny Damon is continuing, even after the signing of Ben Sheets.
The Cubs are close to a one-year deal with free-agent outfielder Xavier Nady, according to a major-league source
According to Jon Heyman of SI.com, Xavier Nady will receive a $3.3 million base salary from the Cubs with a chance for $2 million in incentives based on games played.
Jon Heyman of SI.com reports that Ben Sheets will receive $10 million plus performance bonuses from the Athletics.
Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that after losing out on Ben Sheets the Mets' next target "looks to be" John Smoltz.
A source tells Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com that Xavier Nady's deal with the Cubs is "not a foregone conclusion."
Mychael Urban of CSNBayArea.com reports that the Athletics will introduce right-hander Ben Sheets at a 1 p.m. PT press conference on Tuesday.
According to CBSSports.com, the A's have agreed to terms with right-hander Ben Sheets on a one-year contract worth around $8 million.
Why is it the best of times for Mark McGwire but the worst of times for Pete Ros
Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports reports that outfielder Xavier Nady has agreed to a contract with the Cubs.
Jarrod Saltalamachhia (shoulder surgery) has begun throwing from a distance of 150 feet and should progress to 180 feet soon.
Mets GM Omar Minaya told Newsday's Ken Davidoff Tuesday that Fernando Nieve is "probably fifth on the Mets' starting rotation depth chart."
Oliver Perez (knee) was "fired up" after throwing his first bullpen session of 2010 on Tuesday, according to SNY's Kevin Burkhardt.
Johan Santana (elbow) tossed a 24-pitch side session on Tuesday.
Eric Hurley, who underwent shoulder surgery last April, is scheduled to throw his first bullpen session of 2010 on Wednesday.
General managers across MLB gathered together recently to look at how to fix the draft, an area they feel has great potential to help level the playing field. Buster highlights a number of the ideas that were discusse
Jarrod Saltalamacchia (shoulder surgery) is participating in a Rangers minicamp this week along with several major league teammates.
Johan Santana (elbow) vowed Monday that he will be ready for Opening Day.
According to the St. Louis Globe-Democrat, Jim Edmonds is talking seriously with two teams and the Cardinals are not one of them.
Mychael Urban of CSNBayArea.com reports that the A's have made a "competitive offer" to free agent right-hander Ben Sheets.
Rockies signed 1B Jason Giambi to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
Mark Loretta retired as a player on Monday and was hired by the San Diego Padres as a special assistant to baseball operations.
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen has told veteran slugger Jim Thome he won't be asked to rejoin the team as a designated hitte
City officials in the Phoenix suburb of Mesa have approved an agreement that would help keep the Cubs' spring training home in Arizona.
Jesse Litsch is scheduled to throw a bullpen session February 3 for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery last June.
Florida receiver Riley Cooper is setting his sights on the NFL, not the major league
SI.com's Jon Heyman reports that the Rays and Cubs are among the teams eyeing free agent reliever Chan Ho Park.
Dave Bush and the Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to a one-year contract for $4,215,000
Infielder Maicer Izturis and the Los Angeles Angels have reached agreement on a three-year, $10 million contract and avoided going to arbitration.
The Angels avoided arbitration with reserve infielder Maicer Izturis, signing him to a three-year contract on Monday
The Marlins and Cody Ross have scheduled an arbitration hearing for February 15 to determine the outfielder's 2010 salary.
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen confirmed Monday evening that Jim Thome will not be returning to the club in 2010.
Former Cubs slugger has denied steroid u
Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times writes that the Twins "could be the front-runner" for free agent slugger Jim Thome.
Angels signed infielder Maicer Izturis to a three-year, $10 million extension.
Mark Loretta retired and joined the Padres front offic
Royals designated infielder Mario Lisson for assignment.
Joel Zumaya (shoulder) is scheduled to throw off a mound this week.
Dave Bush and the Brewers agreed on a one-year deal on Monday, avoiding arbitratio
A person familiar with the negotiations says catcher Carlos Ruiz and the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to an $8.85 million, three-year contract that avoids salary arbitration
The Astros and Wandy Rodriguez are likely headed to an arbitration hearing.
Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register hears that Maicer Izturis' three-year contract extension is worth $10 million.
New York Mets ace Johan Santana is set to throw off a mound, hoping his left elbow has recovered from surgery late last season
The Royal are reshaping their entire outfield and making Jose Guillen their full-time designated hitter
John Hickey of AOL Fanhouse reports that the Angels have inked infielder Maicer Izturis to a three-year contract extension.
Nationals signed RHP Tyler Walker to a one-year, $650,000 contract.
Nationals signed outfielder Chris Duncan to a minor league contract.
The Nationals have signed RHP Tyler Walker to a one-year contract, pending a physical, according to FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal.
Rick Ankiel will be Kansas City's starting center fielder, while Jose Guillen is being shifted to designated hitter, according to GM Dayton Moore.
Mark Loretta has retired to accept a front office job with the Padres, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock.
The Texas Rangers have added right-hander Colby Lewis to their 40-man roster, clearing space for the former supplemental first-round pick by designating infielder Joe Inglett for assignmen
Mets starter Johan Santana plans to throw on Tuesday as he recovers from surger
Nationals signed LHP Chuck James to a minor league contract.
The Brewers and SP Dave Bush avoided arbitration Monday by agreeing to a one-year contract.
Johan Santana is scheduled to test his elbow by throwing off a mound on Tuesday.
Derrick Turnbow is expected to land with a new team in the next two days, according to MLB.com's Thomas Harding.
Rangers designated OF/INF Joe Inglett for assignment.
Ben Sheets -- currently being wooed by the A's, Rangers and Mets, amongst others -- is seeking a guaranteed salary of $8 million in 2010, according to SI.com's Jon Heyman.
The Mets continue to have an active dialogue with free agent John Smoltz, according to Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News.
A person familiar with the negotiations says catcher Carlos Ruiz and the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to an $8.85 million, three-year contract that avoids salary arbitratio
OPS and VORP more sophisticated stats, but ultimately don't decide wins and loss
Jerry Manuel hinted to Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News that Omir Santos is the favorite to be the team's No. 1 catcher should they fail to sign another free agent.
Royals signed OF Rick Ankiel to a one-year, $3.25 million contract with a $6 million mutual option for 2011.
Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that the Athletics are trying to sign free agent right-hander Ben Sheets.
Tigers outrighted INF Jeff Larish to Triple-A Toledo.
Oliver Perez (knee) declared himself fit during an appearance at the Mets' mini camp in Port St. Lucie on Monday, reports Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News.
Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that it's to be determined whether Ben Sheets will throw again for clubs this week.
Ken Davidoff of New York Newsday reports that Jon Niese threw off a mound on Monday for the first time since he tore his right hamstring last August.
B.J. Upton told Marc Topkin of the St. Petersburg Times that arbitration won't be a problem and he is "all for" discussing long-term deal.
Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that prospect right-hander Brad Lincoln hopes to make the club out of spring training.
Pirates owner Bob Nutting said he sees the team's payroll eventually rising to the level of the Reds and Brewers.
According to Alden Gonzalez of MLB.com, Carlos Ruiz will receive a three-year, $8.85 million contract with the Phillies.
The Astros and LHP Tim Bydak avoided arbitration on Sunday by agreeing to a one-year, $1.6 million contract.
The Astros avoided arbitration with left-hander Tim Byrda
Jim Salisbury of CSNPhilly.com reports that the Phillies have signed catcher Carlos Ruiz to a three-year, $9 million contract.
Curt Schilling denied that he is attempting a comeback during a phone conversation with Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald on Sunday.
Curt Schilling hinted at a possible comeback on his personal Twitter page on Sunday.
Dontrelle Willis told Drew Sharp of the Detroit Free Press that he has suffered from a "serious lack of confidence."
The White Sox haven't made a decision on whether to bring back designated hitter Jim Thome.
Carlos Delgado reportedly limps while playing first base, a report from MetsBlog.com passes along.
After speaking with manager Jim Leyland, GM Dave Dombrowski said that Phil Coke is more likely to be a reliever with the club.
Carlos Quentin reports feeling great and ready to go in 2010.
Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reports that if the Rays' financial situation doesn't improve, Carl Crawford may have to be dealt prior to the trading deadline.
Alex Rodriguez choked up while accepting the New York baseball writers' award for playoffs MV
