Doc not interested in re-signing with Jays
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:14:00 EDT)
The future of the Blue Jays is not likely to include Roy Halladay. Once his contract expires after the 2010 season, the ace pitcher is reportedly not interested in re-signing with the only organization he has known.

Fielder, Hanley chasing Pujols for MVP
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT)
The whole world is expecting Albert Pujols to be named the National League's MVP for the second consecutive year on Tuesday. Including his closest competitors.

Marlins' Johnson facing one-year deal
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:46:00 EDT)
A couple of conversations that lasted roughly a half-hour appear to have changed Josh Johnson's long-term future with the Marlins.

Arizona native lifts Peoria to AFL title
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:46:00 EDT)
C.J. Retherford helped bring the Desert Dogs' dominance to an end, as his two-run home run in the bottom of the eighth gave the Peoria Javelinas a 5-4 victory over Phoenix in Saturday's thrilling AFL championship.

Desme wins Arizona Fall League MVP
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:45:00 EDT)
Grant Desme, the Oakland outfield prospect who led the Arizona Fall League with 11 homers, has been chosen as the recipient of the league's Joe Black Most Valuable Player Award.

Cuban star Chapman switches agents
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:24:00 EDT)
Cuban pitcher Aroldis Chapman, who has drawn interest from several Major League clubs, has decided to change his representation before signing a contract, switching to Hendricks Sports Management.

LA prospect claims sportsmanship honor
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EDT)
Russ Mitchell, a long-time Minor Leaguer whose dedication and perseverance paid off in a stellar Arizona Fall League campaign, was presented with the 2009 Dernell Stenson Sportsmanship Award on Saturday.

Mets expand presence of history at Citi
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EDT)
With an eye toward shining a brighter light on their storied franchise history, the Mets on Saturday announced plans to rename areas of Citi Field after former team greats, as well as a reformation of the Mets Hall of Fame Committee.

Morgan's hand returning to full strength
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:39:00 EDT)
Nationals center fielder Nyjer Morgan has a reason to be in great spirits before the Thanksgiving holiday. The left hand he broke last August is 100 percent.

Teams shuffle rosters before Rule 5 Draft
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:06:00 EDT)
At midnight ET on Friday -- or technically is that Saturday? -- scores of Minor Leaguers got a better sense of what the immediate future looks like for them. Some have the security of having been added to their team's 40-man roster.

Key prospects square off in AFL finale
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:45:00 EDT)
Phoenix, winner of the East Division, meets the West Division kingpin Peoria Javelinas in Saturday's Arizona Fall League championship game at 2:35 p.m. ET in Scottsdale Stadium.

Halladay rumors reach Cubs door
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:58:00 EDT)
The Cubs are one of the teams the Jays have contacted regarding former AL Cy Young Award winner Roy Halladay. Toronto's wish list includes some of the Cubs' top prospects.

Roundup: Vizquel to light Hot Stove?
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:58:00 EDT)
Veteran shortstop Omar Vizquel is reportedly close to signing a one-year deal with the White Sox, which could serve to get the Hot Stove burning.

Surgery not necessary for Strasburg
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:18:00 EDT)
Right-hander Stephen Strasburg will not need surgery on his left knee, according to a baseball source. Strasburg was scratched from Saturday's start in the Arizona Fall League championship game because of the twisted left knee.

Boras clients high on Red Sox's list
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:56:00 EDT)
The Boston Herald -- citing a baseball source -- reported Friday night that Boston has expressed at least some level of interest in outfielders Matt Holliday and Rick Ankiel, as well as lefty reliever Mike Gonzalez and third baseman Adrian Beltre.

Byrd's future home up in air
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:16:00 EDT)
Marlon Byrd wants to return to the Rangers, but early discussions between the team and his agent have not been particularly productive, leading to the distinct possibility that Byrd will be playing elsewhere in 2010.

Cubs ink Grabow to two-year deal
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EDT)
The Cubs signed free-agent pitcher John Grabow to a two-year, $7.5 million contract on Friday, securing a key player in the bullpen.

Giants can find talent in 'second tier'
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:40:00 EDT)
A look at the players who might occupy that "second tier" of free agents that prompted Giants general manager Brian Sabean's enthusiasm

Extension unlikely for Marlins ace
(Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:16:00 EDT)
It turns out the Marlins and Josh Johnson will not come to terms on a long-term extension this offseason. And because of that, the promising right-hander's days in South Florida could be numbered.

Ackley to try second base in January
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 EDT)
Dustin Ackley will start in left field for the Peoria Javelinas in Saturday's AFL championship game, but the Mariners are going to work him out at second base, beginning in January, GM Jack Zduriencik said Friday.

Sox claim Manuel on waivers from Mariners
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:20:00 EDT)
With several hours remaining before Friday's deadline to submit their final 40-man roster in preparation for the Dec. 10 Rule 5 Draft, the Red Sox acquired Minor League right-hander Robert Manuel off waivers from the Seattle Mariners.

Jakubauskas claimed by Pirates
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:44:00 EDT)
The Mariners set their 40-man roster on Friday and a familiar name was not on it. Right-handed reliever Chris Jakubauskas was placed on waivers in the morning and claimed by the Pirates.

Yankees finalize 40-man roster
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:45:00 EDT)
Moving to protect their Minor Leaguers from the upcoming Rule 5 Draft, the Yankees shifted seven players onto their 40-man roster late Friday afternoon.

White Sox reportedly near Vizquel deal
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EDT)
The White Sox are close to signing Omar Vizquel to a one-year deal to be their backup infielder, according to FoxSports.com.

Mets have room to work on 40-man roster
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:18:00 EDT)
With the Mets not expected to add any more players to their 40-man roster before the midnight deadline, they have 36 players on it, which leaves room to add some players if need be.

White Sox add five to 40-man roster
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:55:00 EDT)
On Friday, the deadline for clubs to protect prospects from next month's Rule 5 Draft, the White Sox added five players to their 40-man roster.

Brewers sign Dominican prospect
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:11:00 EDT)
The Brewers have agreed to terms with 16-year-old Dominican shortstop Santo Aybar, according to a report on ESPN.com.

Tigers add four players to roster
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:24:00 EDT)
The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has purchased the contracts of second baseman Scott Sizemore and shortstop Audy Ciriaco from Triple-A Toledo and first baseman/outfielder Ryan Strieby and outfielder Brennan Boesch from Double-A Erie.