MLB Players in the News
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November 5, 2009 @ 09:13:29
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By KFFL Staff
First Baseman
1B | Ryan Howard | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies 1B Ryan Howard hit just .174 in the World Series.
Second Baseman
2B | Chris Getz | Chicago White Sox | Fantasy
The New York Daily News' Bill Madden reports the Kansas City Royals have agreed to a deal to acquire 2B Chris Getz and 3B Josh Fields from the Chicago White Sox for OF Mark Teahen.
2B | Edgar Gonzalez | San Diego Padres | Transaction
The San Diego Union-Tribune's Bill Center reports San Diego Padres 2B Edgar Gonzalez has opted for free agency after being outrighted to the minors.
2B | Joe Thurston | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the St. Louis Cardinals outrighted 2B Joe Thurston and P Matthew Scherer to Triple-A Memphis Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Third Baseman
3B | Josh Fields | Chicago White Sox | Fantasy
The New York Daily News' Bill Madden reports the Kansas City Royals have agreed to a deal to acquire 2B Chris Getz and 3B Josh Fields from the Chicago White Sox for OF Mark Teahen.
3B | Brandon Inge | Detroit Tigers | Injury News, Fantasy
The Detroit Free Press reports Detroit Tigers 3B Brandon Inge (knees) underwent surgery to fix patellar tendonitis in both of his knees Tuesday, Nov. 3. He is expected to be ready in time for Spring Training in February. The procedure involved the debridement and repair of the patellar tendon in both his left and right knees. Inge's recovery involves not putting any weight on his knees for six weeks.
Outfielder
OF | Mark Kotsay | Chicago White Sox | Transaction
The Chicago Sun-Times reports the Chicago White Sox re-signed OF Mark Kotsay to a one-year, $1.5 million deal.
OF | Mark Teahen | Kansas City Royals | Transaction, Fantasy
The New York Daily News' Bill Madden reports the Chicago White Sox have agreed to a deal to acquire Kansas City Royals OF Mark Teahen for 2B Chris Getz and 3B Josh Fields. Teahen is expected to replace OF Jermaine Dye in right field.
OF | Johnny Damon | New York Yankees | Injury News, Fantasy
The Associated Press reports New York Yankees OF Johnny Damon (calf) was forced to leave Game 6 of the World Series after the third inning with a strained right calf Wednesday, Nov. 4.
OF | Nick Swisher | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Anthony DiComo, of MLB.com, reports New York Yankees OFs Nick Swisher and Brett Gardner are in the starting lineup for Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4.
OF | Brett Gardner | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Anthony DiComo, of MLB.com, reports New York Yankees OFs Nick Swisher and Brett Gardner are in the starting lineup for Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4.
OF | Raul Ibanez | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies OF Shane Victorino (hand) is starting in center field in Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4, with OF Raul Ibanez serving as the designated hitter and OF Ben Francisco playing left field.
OF | Shane Victorino | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies OF Shane Victorino (hand) is starting in center field in Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4, with OF Raul Ibanez serving as the designated hitter and OF Ben Francisco playing left field.
OF | Ben Francisco | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies OF Shane Victorino (hand) is starting in center field in Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4, with OF Raul Ibanez serving as the designated hitter and OF Ben Francisco playing left field.
Starting Pitcher
SP | Jarrod Washburn | Detroit Tigers | Free Agency News
The Detroit Free Press' John Lowe reports free agent SP Jarrod Washburn doesn't expect to receive an offer from the Detroit Tigers.
SP | Ted Lilly | Chicago Cubs | Injury News, Fantasy
Updating previous reports, the Arlington Heights Daily Herald's Bruce Miles reports Chicago Cubs SP Ted Lilly (shoulder) hopes he can begin throwing in early March after undergoing shoulder surgery, which would put him behind going into spring training. He could miss the start of the season in 2010. Lilly is entering the final year of his four-year contract.
SP | Yusmeiro Petit | Seattle Mariners | Transaction
The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports the Seattle Mariners claimed P Yusmeiro Petit off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
SP | A.J. Burnett | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports New York Yankees SP A.J. Burnett said he expects to be available out of the bullpen for the final two games of the World Series after throwing only 53 pitches in Game 5. However, manager Joe Girardi said it is doubtful he will use Burnett in relief in Game 6 unless it was an emergency.
SP | Noah Lowry | Free Agent | Transaction, Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Sports Network reports San Francisco Giants SP Noah Lowry and RP Justin M. Miller both declared free agency Tuesday, Nov. 3.
SP | Brad Thompson | Free Agent | Transaction, Free Agency News
The Sports Network reports the St. Louis Cardinals released SP Brad Thompson Tuesday, Nov. 3.
SP | Vicente Padilla | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
ESPN.com reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Vicente Padilla is expected to file for free agency. General manager Ned Colletti said the team is interested in re-signing him.
Relief Pitcher
RP | Danys Baez | Baltimore Orioles | Free Agency News
MLB.com's Alden Gonzalez reports free agent RP Danys Baez (Orioles) would be open to re-signing with the Baltimore Orioles.
RP | Doug Slaten | Washington Nationals | Transaction
The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports the Washington Nationals claimed RP Doug Slaten off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
RP | John Halama | Free Agent | Free Agency News
MLB.com's Jordan Bastian reports the Toronto Blue Jays are interested in free-agent RP John Halama (Braves) and will watch him pitch in the Dominican Republic Thursday, Nov. 5. He has not pitched in the majors since 2006.
RP | Mariano Rivera | New York Yankees | Fantasy
MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi thinks RP Mariano Rivera will be available to pitch multiple innings in relief in Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4.
RP | Scott Proctor | Atlanta Braves | Transaction
Joe Frisaro, of MLB.com, reports the Atlanta Braves agreed on a contract with free-agent RP Scott Proctor (Marlins) Wednesday, Nov. 4, according to his agent, Mark Rodgers. The deal is a split contract with an invitation to Spring Training. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
RP | Justin M. Miller | Free Agent | Transaction, Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Sports Network reports San Francisco Giants SP Noah Lowry and RP Justin M. Miller both declared free agency Tuesday, Nov. 3.
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