Fantasy baseball players in the news
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January 16, 2012 @ 08:42:03
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By KFFL Staff
First Baseman
1B | Carlos Pena | free agent | Free Agents
The New York Yankees are unlikely to sign free-agent 1B Carlos Pena to be their DH because they only have $1-$2 million to spend on the position.
1B | Carlos Lee | Houston Astros | Fantasy
The Tampa Bay Rays reportedly expressed interest in trading for Houston Astros OF/1B Carlos Lee. However, his $18.5 million salary for this season was too much for the Rays to deal with, even if Houston had taken on a large chunk of it. An Astros source claims there have been other inquiries about Lee.
Second Baseman
2B | Chris Nelson | Colorado Rockies | Fantasy
Colorado Rockies 2B Chris Nelson has shown some potential at third base in the past, but he is expected to compete with INF DJ LeMahieu for the starting second baseman job in spring training. 2B Jonathan Herrera is also expected to be in the mix at second.
Third Baseman
3B | Alberto Callaspo | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Transaction
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim avoided arbitration with 3B Alberto Callaspo and signed him to a one-year, $3.15 million deal.
3B | Casey Blake | Colorado Rockies | Fantasy
Colorado Rockies 3B Casey Blake feels he can make a difference at third base. "For the first time in my career, I'm playing in a hitter-friendly park as my home park," Blake said. "To be able to add to an already potent lineup is going to be fun."
Catcher
C | Jarrod Saltalamacchia | Boston Red Sox | Transaction, Fantasy
The Boston Red Sox and C Jarrod Saltalamacchia agreed on a one-year, $2.5 million contract Sunday, Jan. 15, as the two sides avoid arbitration. Saltalamacchia set career highs with 16 home runs and 56 RBIs last season.
C | Devin Ivany | Washington Nationals | Transaction, Free Agents
The Washington Nationals re-signed free-agents P Jimmy Barthmaier and C Devin Ivany. Terms of the deal were undisclosed.
Outfielder
OF | Grady Sizemore | Cleveland Indians | Injury, Fantasy
Cleveland Indians OF Grady Sizemore (knee) has been cleared to resume baseball activities. He has resumed running and throwing, and he'll be ready for spring training.
OF | Ryan Spilborghs | free agent | Free Agents
The Cleveland Indians are interested in free-agent OF Ryan Spilborghs (Rockies).
OF | Allen Craig | St. Louis Cardinals | Injury, Fantasy
Updating previous reports, St. Louis Cardinals OF Allen Craig (knee) will continue his rehab in Jupiter, Fla., Tuesday, Jan. 17, after the team's visit to the White House.
OF | Seth Smith | Colorado Rockies | Transaction, Fantasy
The Colorado Rockies signed OF Seth Smith to a one-year contract Sunday, Jan. 15. Terms of the deal were undisclosed, but a source said the deal is approximately $2.4 million. With the team, the two sides avoided arbitration.
OF | Colby Rasmus | Toronto Blue Jays | Transaction
The Toronto Blue Jays avoided arbitration with OF Colby Rasmus by signing him to a new one-year deal worth $2.7 million.
OF | Johnny Damon | free agent | Free Agents
Updating a previous report, the New York Yankees have spoken with free-agent OF Johnny Damon (Rays) about being their designated hitter.
Starting Pitcher
SP | Roy Oswalt | free agent | Free Agents
The Boston Red Sox would have to move payroll in order to sign free-agent SP Roy Oswalt (Phillies).
SP | Joe Blanton | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury, Fantasy
Philadelphia Phillies SP Joe Blanton (elbow) began a throwing program in December and said his arm strength is great.
SP | Rick Porcello | Detroit Tigers | Transaction
The Detroit Tigers avoided arbitration with SP Rick Porcello and signed him to a one-year, $3.1 million deal.
SP | Shelby Miller | St. Louis Cardinals | Fantasy
St. Louis Cardinals SP Shelby Miller is expected to get an extended look in spring training, but he's likely to begin the year in the rotation at Triple-A Memphis.
SP | Tim Lincecum | San Francisco Giants | Fantasy,
San Francisco Giants SP Tim Lincecum is set to ask for a record salary when figures are exchanged this week. The highest figure ever asked for in arbitration is $22 million, submitted by former SP Roger Clemens, when he was with the Houston Astros in 2005. Among players with less than six years of major league service, the high is $18.5 million, and that record has been held by New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter since 2001.
SP | Bartolo Colon | Oakland Athletics | Transaction, Fantasy,
Updating a previous report, the deal for Oakland Athletics SP Bartolo Colon is for $2 million guaranteed.
SP | Joel Pineiro | Philadelphia Phillies | Transaction, Free Agents
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to terms with free-agent SP Joel Pineiro (Angels) on a minor league deal. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
SP | Colby Lewis | Texas Rangers | Fantasy,
Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington said he expects SP Colby Lewis to be the team's Opening Day starter, barring unforeseen circumstances. SP Yu Darvish would not be under consideration to make the start, even if he signs with the team.
SP | Gio Gonzalez | Washington Nationals | Transaction, Fantasy
The Washington Nationals have extended the contract of SP Gio Gonzalez through the 2016 season. The deal includes options for the 2017 and 2018 seasons, allowing both sides to avoid salary arbitration.
Relief Pitcher
RP | Phil Coke | Detroit Tigers | Transaction
The Detroit Tigers avoided arbitration with SP Phil Coke by signing him to an undisclosed deal.
RP | Joel Hanrahan | Pittsburgh Pirates | Transaction
The Pittsburgh Pirates avoided arbitration with CL Joel Hanrahan and signed him to a one-year, $4.1 million deal.
RP | Mitchell Boggs | St. Louis Cardinals | Injury
St. Louis Cardinals RP Mitchell Boggs (back) has leaned out a bit and added strength this offseason. He said his back is healthy for the first time in a few years, and he's focused on being an integral part of the bullpen this season.
RP | Chad Qualls | free agent | Free Agents, Fantasy
The Boston Red Sox have reportedly expressed interest in free-agent RP Chad Qualls (Padres).
RP | Joel Zumaya | Minnesota Twins | Transaction, Free Agents, Fantasy
The Minnesota Twins have agreed to terms with free-agent RP Joel Zumaya (Tigers). He could receive anywhere from $800,000 to $1.7 million if he reaches incentives. Zumaya said he received "good offers" from three other teams but decided to accept Minnesota's offer because it included guaranteed money, as opposed to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training.
RP | Yoshihiro Doi | Baltimore Orioles | Transaction, Free Agents, Fantasy
The Baltimore Orioles have reportedly signed free-agent RP Yoshihiro Doi to a minor league contract, according to Nikkan Sports. The 35-year-old Japanese left-hander sat out the entire 2011 season due to visa problems, after becoming a free agent following the 2010 season.
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