MLB Players in the News
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November 13, 2009 @ 09:45:32
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By KFFL Staff
First Baseman
1B | Ryan Garko | San Francisco Giants | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the San Francisco Giants could trade 1B Ryan Garko this winter.
1B | Mark Teixeira | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
1B | Albert Pujols | St. Louis Cardinals | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
1B | Jordan Brown | Cleveland Indians | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
1B | Randy Ruiz | Toronto Blue Jays | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
1B | Joey Votto | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
Second Baseman
2B | Placido Polanco | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Andy Martino reports free-agent 2B Placido Polanco (Tigers) is rumored to be the third baseman atop Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr.'s wish list.
2B | Dan Uggla | Florida Marlins | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Baltimore Orioles may be unwilling to pull the trigger on a trade for Florida Marlins 2B Dan Uggla. They do not know how Uggla will produce if he is moved to the outfield or the designated-hitter role. They also might be reluctant to trade young talent for a high-priced player.
2B | Ian Desmond | Washington Nationals | Fantasy
Bill Ladson, of MLB.com, reports the Washington Nationals could open the 2010 season with 2B Ian Desmond as their starting shortstop, according to manager Jim Riggleman. "I don't know if Desmond will be the shortstop, but as I stand here right now, I would be happy with it, because I know what kind of effort I'm going to get," Riggleman said. "I know the energy that he brings to the team. I know how athletic he is. I'm excited about Desmond's future. He has a future somewhere. It might be this year."
2B | Aaron Hill | Toronto Blue Jays | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
2B | Chase Utley | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
2B | Kevin Russo | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
2B | Cristian Guzman | Washington Nationals | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Washington Nationals are planning to move SS Cristian Guzman to second base next season. However, they could end up leaving him at shortstop and pursing a second baseman.
2B | Brandon Phillips | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
2B | Luis Castillo | New York Mets | Free Agency News, Fantasy
SportingNews.com reports the Chicago Cubs are interested in trading for New York Mets 2B Luis Castillo, according to The Chicago Tribune. The Mets have been shopping Castillo during the week. If the Mets can trade Castillo, they would then target either free-agent 2B Orlando Hudson (Dodgers) or 3B Chone Figgins (Angels), according to the New York Daily News.
2B | Orlando Hudson | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
SportingNews.com reports the Chicago Cubs are interested in trading for New York Mets 2B Luis Castillo, according to The Chicago Tribune. The Mets have been shopping Castillo during the week. If the Mets can trade Castillo, they would then target either free-agent 2B Orlando Hudson (Dodgers) or 3B Chone Figgins (Angels), according to the New York Daily News.
Shortstop
SS | Casey Kelly | Boston Red Sox | Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Providence Journal's Joe McDonald reports Boston Red Sox SS prospects Jose Iglesias and Casey Kelly are coming along nicely, according to minor league talent evaluators, and could provide backup help if free-agent SS Alex Gonzalez (Red Sox) is not re-signed or SS Jed Lowrie is not healthy in 2010.
SS | Jose Iglesias | Boston Red Sox | Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Providence Journal's Joe McDonald reports Boston Red Sox SS prospects Jose Iglesias and Casey Kelly are coming along nicely, according to minor league talent evaluators, and could provide backup help if free-agent SS Alex Gonzalez (Red Sox) is not re-signed or SS Jed Lowrie is not healthy in 2010.
SS | Derek Jeter | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
SS | Hanley Ramirez | Florida Marlins | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
SS | Alcides Escobar | Milwaukee Brewers | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
SS | Adam Everett | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Washington Nationals are interested in signing free-agent SS Adam Everett (Tigers).
SS | Alex Gonzalez | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Washington Nationals are interested in signing free-agent SS Alex Gonzalez (Red Sox).
Third Baseman
3B | Joe Crede | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Minnesota Twins 3B Joe Crede could be retained at a decent price for the 2010 season. The club believes three back surgeries in as many years could keep his value affordable. "The great thing about Joe is you're hiring on a one-year contract," Crede's agent, Scott Boras, said. "It's not often you're going to get that level of a player to sign for one year."
3B | Josh Bell | Baltimore Orioles | Fantasy
The Baltimore Sun reports Baltimore Orioles 3B prospect Josh Bell was 2-for-5 with three RBIs in the Phoenix Desert Dogs' 11-5 win over the Mesa Solar Sox Thursday, Nov. 12, in Arizona Fall League action.
3B | Evan Longoria | Tampa Bay Rays | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
3B | Ryan Zimmerman | Washington Nationals | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
3B | Brandon Inge | Detroit Tigers | Fantasy
Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports the Detroit Tigers could be willing to trade 3B Brandon Inge this offseason.
3B | Mark DeRosa | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
ESPN's Buster Olney reports the Philadelphia Phillies appear to be the favorite to sign free-agent 3B Mark DeRosa (Cardinals).
3B | Andy Marte | Cleveland Indians | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
3B | Scott Rolen | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
3B | Mike Lowell | Boston Red Sox | Fantasy
Joe Strauss, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell could be made available for trade if the team acquires San Diego Padres 1B Adrian Gonzalez and moves 1B Kevin Youkilis to third base.
3B | Chone Figgins | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Joe Strauss, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports the St. Louis Cardinals did not express interest in free-agent 3B Chone Figgins (Angels) at the general managers' meetings this week. However, that could change if they lose out on re-signing OF Matt Holliday.
3B | Garrett Atkins | Colorado Rockies | Fantasy
Thomas Harding, of MLB.com, reports the Colorado Rockies are expected to either trade, release or non-tender 3B Garrett Atkins.
Catcher
C | Edwin Bellorin | Kansas City Royals | Transaction
Royals.MLB.com's Dick Kaegel reports the Kansas City Royals signed C Edwin Bellorin (Rockies) to a minor league contract.
C | Gregg Zaun | Free Agent | Transaction, Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Tampa Tribune reports Tampa Bay Rays C Gregg Zaun officially filed for free agency Thursday, Nov. 12. The move was a formality; the team declined a $2 million option on his contract for 2010.
C | Ryan Doumit | Pittsburgh Pirates | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report Pittsburgh Pirates C Ryan Doumit drew interest from several teams during this week's general managers' meetings, according to multiple major league sources. The Pirates might not hesitate to trade him for the right deal.
C | Joe Mauer | Minnesota Twins | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
C | Brian McCann | Atlanta Braves | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
C | John Hester | Arizona Diamondbacks | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
C | Jesus Montero | New York Yankees | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.
C | Jason Varitek | Boston Red Sox | Fantasy
Updating a previous report, Peter Abraham, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox C Jason Varitek will receive a $3 million base salary in 2010. He will also make $400,000 if he starts 80 games, plus an additional $400,000 for every 10 games started after that, through 120 games.
C | Yorvit Torrealba | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Thomas Harding, of MLB.com, reports the Colorado Rockies are interested in re-signing RP Jose Contreras, RP Joe Beimel and C Yorvit Torrealba.
Outfielder
OF | Marlon Byrd | Free Agent | Free Agency News
Rangers.MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan reports free agent OF Marlon Byrd (Rangers) is likely looking for a three-year deal worth between $18-24 million.
OF | Jason Bay | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Boston Red Sox are unlikely to offer free-agent OF Jason Bay (Red Sox) a five-year deal. However, they could go to $65 million to $70 million over four years.
OF | Vladimir Guerrero | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Texas Rangers are interested in free-agent OF Vladimir Guerrero (Angels), according to a major league source. Guerrero could command only a one-year deal in the range of $3 million to $5 million, plus incentives.
OF | Torii Hunter | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
OF | Ichiro Suzuki | Seattle Mariners | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
OF | Adam Lind | Toronto Blue Jays | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the American League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira, Toronto Blue Jays 2B Aaron Hill, Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria, New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter, Boston Red Sox OF Jason Bay, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki, Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer and Toronto Blue Jays DH Adam Lind.
OF | Matt Kemp | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
OF | Ryan Braun | Milwaukee Brewers | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
OF | Andre Ethier | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
OF | Johnny Damon | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports the San Francisco Giants have emerged as a potential landing spot for free-agent OF Johnny Damon (Yankees).
OF | Mitch Jones | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
OF | John Bowker | San Francisco Giants | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
OF | Shelley Duncan | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
OF | Jay Bruce | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
OF | David DeJesus | Kansas City Royals | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Atlanta Braves are discussing the possibility of pursuing Kansas City Royals OF David DeJesus.
OF | Mike Cameron | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Atlanta Braves are discussing the possibility of pursuing free-agent OF Mike Cameron (Brewers). Cameron lives in Atlanta and wants to play there. However, he is not on the team's list of priorities.
OF | Xavier Nady | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Atlanta Braves are discussing the possibility of pursuing free-agent OF Xavier Nady (Yankees).
OF | Austin Jackson | New York Yankees | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.
Starting Pitcher
SP | John Lackey | Free Agent | Free Agency News
The Seattle Times' Larry Stone reports the Seattle Mariners will heavily consider signing free agent SP John Lackey (Angels).
SP | Jarrod Washburn | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports the Minnesota Twins may talk to free-agent SP Jarrod Washburn (Tigers) when the negotiation period begins Friday, Nov. 20.
SP | Braden Looper | Milwaukee Brewers | Fantasy
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the Milwaukee Brewers have until Saturday, Nov. 14, to decide whether SP Braden Looper will get his $6.5 million salary for 2010 or be paid a $1 million buyout.
SP | Jon Garland | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
According to The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the Milwaukee Brewers may have some interest in free-agent SP's Jon Garland (Dodgers) and Jason Marquis (Rockies).
SP | Jason Marquis | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
According to The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the Milwaukee Brewers may have some interest in free-agent SP's Jon Garland (Dodgers) and Jason Marquis (Rockies).
SP | Roger Clemens | Retired Players | Breaking News
According to The New York Daily News, lawyers for Roger Clemens filed a motion in Brooklyn federal court to dismiss a defamation lawsuit by the pitcher's former trainer, claiming statements that accused Brian McNamee of trying to shake down Clemens were not serious. Joe Roden, one of the attorneys representing Clemens, said the seven-time Cy Young award winner, lawyer Rusty Hardin and others were not serious when they questioned McNamee's mental state and accused him of manufacturing evidence.
SP | Carlos Zambrano | Chicago Cubs | Fantasy
Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports the National League Silver Slugger Award winners have been announced. The winners were: Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Matt Kemp, St. Louis Cardinals 1B Albert Pujols, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Andre Ethier, Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann and Chicago Cubs SP Carlos Zambrano.
SP | Lenny DiNardo | Free Agent | Fantasy
Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports the Topps Triple-A All-Star Team was announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The players honored with a selection were: Toronto Blue Jays 1B Randy Ruiz, New York Yankees 2B Kevin Russo, Cleveland Indians 3B Andy Marte, Milwaukee Brewers SS Alcides Escobar, San Francisco Giants OF John Bowker, Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Brown, New York Yankees OF Shelley Duncan, Arizona Diamondbacks C John Hester, Los Angeles Dodgers OF Mitch Jones and Kansas City Royals RP Lenny DiNardo.
SP | Tim Hudson | Atlanta Braves | Fantasy
Updating a previous item, The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tim Hudson will receive $9 million in each of the next three seasons, and the team has a $9 million club option for the 2013 season with a $1 million buyout. If he pitches at least 600 innings over the next three years, he will receive a $500,000 bonus after the 2012 season.
SP | Aaron Harang | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
SP | Bronson Arroyo | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
SP | Roy Halladay | Toronto Blue Jays | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.
SP | Cliff Lee | Philadelphia Phillies | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.
SP | Joba Chamberlain | New York Yankees | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.
SP | Brad Penny | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Nick Piecoro, of The Arizona Republic, reports the Arizona Diamondbacks could target free-agent SP Brad Penny (Giants) during the offseason.
SP | Randy Wolf | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Nick Piecoro, of The Arizona Republic, reports the Arizona Diamondbacks will likely target free-agent SP Randy Wolf (Dodgers) this offseason. However, it seems likely that he will be priced out of their comfort zone.
SP | Brandon Webb | Arizona Diamondbacks | Injury News, Fantasy
Steve Gilbert, of MLB.com, reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) threw for the first time Wednesday, Nov. 11, since right shoulder surgery in August. He played catch with a football to get loose for 15 minutes and then spent another 15 minutes throwing a baseball from roughly 60 feet. Webb reported no pain. He will throw lightly a few more times before shutting it down until he begins his usual preparations for Spring Training.
Relief Pitcher
RP | Scott Eyre | Free Agent | Injury News, Free Agency News
Phillies.MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports free agent RP Scott Eyre (elbow) said if he didn't retire in the offseason, he would only return to pitch for the Philadelphia Phillies.
RP | Yasuhiko Yabuta | Free Agent | Transaction, Free Agency News, Fantasy
The Kansas City Star reports Kansas City Royals RP Yasuhiko Yabuta has opted for free agency rather than accept an assignment to Triple-A Omaha.
RP | Francisco Cordero | Cincinnati Reds | Fantasy
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds will not be trading OF Jay Bruce or 3B Scott Rolen this offseason, according to one source with knowledge of the team's thinking. 1B Joey Votto is the other player the team is unwilling to trade. All other players, including RP Francisco Cordero, 2B Brandon Phillips, SP Aaron Harang and SP Bronson Arroyo, are in play.
RP | Phil Hughes | New York Yankees | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.
RP | Joe Beimel | Free Agent | Free Agency News, Fantasy
Thomas Harding, of MLB.com, reports the Colorado Rockies are interested in re-signing RP Jose Contreras, RP Joe Beimel and C Yorvit Torrealba.
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