MLB News

Free agents on the Red Sox watch list
Of the 171 free agents to hit the open market today, here are a few who will likely be associated with the Red Sox in the coming days, weeks and maybe months:
Boston Herald Fri Nov 20th


The Mets Finished Last in 2009 Draft Spending
According to figures compiled by Baseball America, the Mets spent less money on the 2009 draft than any other team in baseball.
NY Times Fri Nov 20th


Rockies Atkins awaiting "another team"
Clint Barmes represents the future, the Rockies initiating discussions on a multiyear contract this week. As such, the Rockies have been trying to deal him because they have no intention of offering him $7 million-plus in salary arbitration.
Denver Post Fri Nov 20th


It Figures: Lincecum Captures Cy Young
Tim Lincecum went 15-7 with a 2.48 E.R.A. and led the N.L. with 261 strikeouts. Chris Carpenter finished second in the voting and his St. Louis teammate Adam Wainwright was third.
NY Times Fri Nov 20th


For Phillies, expect few fireworks in free agency
SEVEN YEARS AGO, the Phillies publicly pursued free-agent slugger Jim Thome. At the stroke of midnight on the deadline that teams could make formal offers, then-general manager Ed Wade fired off an e-mail and followed it up with a long, from-the-heart letter.
Philly Daily News Fri Nov 20th


Phillies say Gillick not returning to Toronto
The Phillies strongly deny a pair of stories in the Toronto Star indicating that Pat Gillick, who became their general manager before the 2006 season and helped the franchise win only its second world championship 3 years later, could be heading back to the organization where he first made his reputation as a top executive.
Philly Daily News Fri Nov 20th


For Angels, Jason Bay, John Lackey and Chone Figgins are all in play
As the free-agent shopping season opens, owner Arte Moreno warns that even with a boost in overall payroll, there might not be enough to re-sign their pitching ace and third baseman.
L.A. Times Fri Nov 20th


Torii Hunter to have surgery to repair sports hernia
He suffered the injury mid-season and played hurt. He expects to be ready for spring training.
L.A. Times Fri Nov 20th


Yanks: Swisher staying put
The Yankees denied a published report they have let teams know right fielder Nick Swisher is available. According to a club official, the switch-hitting Swisher, who played a big part in the Yankees winning the AL East and struggled in the postse...
NY Post Fri Nov 20th


Tigers will wait to sign their free agents
Thursday was the deadline for teams to negotiate exclusively with free agents who played for them in 2009.
Detroit News Fri Nov 20th


David Ortiz wants another bat
David Ortiz and the Red Sox shared a similar vision last year. They both thought they needed another big bat and then the team swung and missed at Mark Teixeira.
Boston Herald Thu Nov 19th


Tigers minor leaguer suspended 50 games
A minor leaguer in the Detroit Tigers' organization has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamine under baseball's minor league drug program.
Detroit Free Press Thu Nov 19th


Diamondbacks get reliever Heilman from Cubs
The Diamondbacks traded two minor leaguers to the Chicago Cubs on Thursday in exchange for reliever Aaron Heilman.
East Valley Tribune Thu Nov 19th


Some clubs lost money: Selig
Baseball commissioner speaks after owners meeting, says there was no discussion of increasing use of video review
The Globe and Mail Thu Nov 19th


Royals sign pitcher Brad Thompson
The Royals began work on their bullpen with the signing of right-hander Brad Thompson to a minor-league contract on Thursday.
Kansas City Star Thu Nov 19th


Hicks trying to keep majority ownership of Rangers
Texas Rangers owner Tom Hicks is putting together a group of local investors, including Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach, for a bid that would enable him to keep majority ownership of the team.
The Seattle Times Thu Nov 19th


Matsui, Damon, Pettitte set to hit open market
The valued opinions have been voiced from the scouting arm of the world champion Yankees universe. Nevertheless, that doesn't mean at 12:01 tomorrow morning general manager Brian Cashman will be dialing free agents with a fistful of the Steinbrenner...
NY Post Thu Nov 19th


Hicks trying to keep majority ownership of Rangers
Texas Rangers owner Tom Hicks is putting together a group of local investors, including Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach, for a bid that would enable him to keep majority ownership of the team.
The Seattle Times Thu Nov 19th


Bucky Williams, Negro Leagues Player, Dies at 102
Mr. Williams played for the Homestead Grays and the Pittsburgh Crawfords from 1928-39.
NY Times Thu Nov 19th


Blue Jays fan cries foul ball over price hike
The newly increased prices for a diminished product has season tickets patrons angry.
The Toronto Star Thu Nov 19th


Selig plans to cut days off in playoffs
Major League Baseball plans to cut down on off days during the post-season next year.
The Toronto Star Thu Nov 19th


At This Market, Yankees Feeling No Rush to Buy
The team has about $50 million coming off its 2009 payroll, but with few elite players available, they are less motivated to make a splash.
NY Times Thu Nov 19th


Terry Francona says Jason Varitek embraces new role
The roster for next year still has significant holes that could take a while to be filled, but Red Sox manager Terry Francona expressed satisfaction with one spot yesterday.
Boston Herald Wed Nov 18th


Scioscia and Tracy Are Managers of the Year
This year's managers of the year were runaway winners: Jim Tracy of the Colorado Rockies and Mike Scioscia of the Los Angeles Angels.
NY Times Wed Nov 18th


Brewers protect prospects
Unwilling to lose two of their prospects, the Milwaukee Brewers added outfielder Lorenzo Cain and right-hander Amaury Rivas to the 40-man roster Wednesday to protect them from the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings in December.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Wed Nov 18th