MLB News

Perkins: Visit with Doc first step to wellness
Without actually hearing or seeing it, you can be sure Roy (Doc) Halladay was going at least a little crazy the past couple of weeks.
The Toronto Star Fri Nov 6th


Six Dodgers file for free agency
A handful of Dodgers filed for free agency, including infielders Ronnie Belliard , Orlando Hudson and Doug Mientkiewicz and pitchers Randy Wolf , Jon Garland and Eric Milton .
L.A. Times Fri Nov 6th


Angels sign Abreu for 2 more seasons
Bobby Abreu had no interest in spending another winter - or even another week - without an employer. The Angels were only too happy to oblige the slugger who transformed their lineup this year. The veteran outfielder agreed Thursday to a $19 million, two-year contract to stay with the Angels rather than test the free-agent market again.
L.A. Daily News Fri Nov 6th


Crowd greets players at 30th Street Station
AS THE PHILLIES reached the top of an escalator in 30th Street Station yesterday, they were faced with the statue of an angel holding up the limp body of a fallen man.
Philly Daily News Fri Nov 6th


Rockies zero in on going the distance
Several Rockies players watched the World Series with a keen eye. It is, in many ways, a signal of how everything has changed in Colorado.
Denver Post Fri Nov 6th


Twins sale: Letting go, moving on
Like anyone planning a move, the Twins are getting rid of some things before they go.
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Fri Nov 6th


MVP Matsui a worldwide sensation
Hideki Matsui is front-page news, and not just here. He is the big story in Japan, adorning the front pages of many papers there Thursday. "Win or lose, he is front-page material," said Tadashi Watanabe, who writes for the Japanese equivalent of the Associated Press.
NY Daily News Fri Nov 6th


Yanks put passion on parade
The Yankees will return to a familiar place Friday to celebrate their 27th world championship. After dispatching the defending champion Phillies in six games, the Yankees will parade up the Canyon of Heroes for the first time since 2000.
NY Daily News Fri Nov 6th


Pettitte presently can wait on future
Andy Pettitte is one of seven Yankees eligible to file for free agency in the next two weeks, though he, Hideki Matsui and Johnny Damon will draw the most attention, especially after their impressive performances in the World Series.
NY Daily News Fri Nov 6th


Astros round out 40-man roster with two minor leaguers
The Astros have added two players, bringing the team to the limit of the 40-man roster, general manager Ed Wade said Thursday.
Houston Chronicle Fri Nov 6th


Cuddyer option is first order of business for Twins

Minneapolis Star-Tribune Fri Nov 6th


Hurdle hired as Rangers" hitting coach
With a passion for teaching baseball still in his blood, former Rockies manager Clint Hurdle will become the Texas Rangers" new hitting coach.
Denver Post Fri Nov 6th


Jason Bay among three to hit free agency
Three former Red Sox players - outfielders Jason Bay and Rocco Baldelli and reliever Billy Wagner - officially filed for free agency yesterday, the first possible day they...
Boston Herald Fri Nov 6th


Rick Porcello named Tigers Rookie of the Year
Porcello, 20, led all American League rookies with 14 wins. He was 14-9 with a 3.96 ERA and 89 strikeouts in 170 2/3 innings.
Detroit News Thu Nov 5th


Florida Marlins ship underachieving Jeremy Hermida to Boston Red Sox
Jeremy Hermida went home to Atlanta after the season knowing it was a matter of when, not if, the Marlins would trade him. So there was neither shock nor surprise when he got word Thursday that his Marlins days are over.
Palm Beach Post Thu Nov 5th


Lincecum cited for marijuana possession
Giants starter facing misdemeanour charges following a traffic stop in his home state of Washington
The Globe and Mail Thu Nov 5th


Red Sox acquire Marlins outfielder Jeremy Hermida
The hot stove season has begun for the Sox, who today acquired outfielder Jeremy Hermida from the Florida Marlins in exchange for left-handed pitchers Hunter Jones and Jose...
Boston Herald Thu Nov 5th


Mariners claim Petit off waivers from Arizona
The Seattle Mariners have claimed pitcher Yusmeiro Petit off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Tacoma News Tribune Thu Nov 5th


27! Yanks rock Phillies to win Series in 6
The move across 161st Street is now complete. The Yankees finished their debut season at the new Yankee Stadium in style, hammering the Phillies for a 7-3 win in Game 6 to capture the 27th World Series championship in franchise history.
NY Daily News Thu Nov 5th


Yankees 7, Phillies 3: Back on Top, Yankees Add a 27th Title
The Yankees captured their first title since 2000, humbling the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night in Game 6 of the World Series at Yankee Stadium.
NY Times Thu Nov 5th


Phillies Notes: Phillies undecided on extension for Lee
NEW YORK - The Phillies have not yet decided whether to offer a contract extension to pitcher Cliff Lee this off-season, but they have discussed the possibility internally.
Philly Daily News Thu Nov 5th


Eyre, Myers wondering if they will return to Phillies
NEW YORK - While some of the Phillies in the bullpen were ready to turn to next year after the disappointing, 7-3 loss to the Yankees in Game 6, others like Brett Myers and Scott Eyre were left to answer questions about whether there is going to be a next year for them with the Phillies.
Philly Daily News Thu Nov 5th


Take a bow, Yankees, you did city proud with 2009 World Series win!
We needed this now. We needed this World Series win. We needed to them to stay clearheaded and on point, to show leadership, like Derek Jeter, and to come through in style when it really mattered, like MVP Hideki Matsui in Game 6.
NY Daily News Thu Nov 5th


Martinez Without Magic in Finale
Savvy trumps stuff in Pedro Martinez's world, which is why this particular exit from the postseason stage must have been so difficult for him to handle.
NY Times Thu Nov 5th


Phillies leave questions unanswered
NEW YORK - Perhaps the most asked question in Philadelphia since Monday night will go unanswered. Perhaps forever.
Phillyburbs.com Thu Nov 5th