MLB Players in the News
By KFFL Staff
First Baseman
1B | Scott Hatteberg | Cincinnati Reds | Injury News, Fantasy
The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Cincinnati Reds 1B Scott Hatteberg (flu) picked up his first at-bat of spring training on March 2.
1B | Dmitri Young | Washington Nationals | Injury News, Fantasy
The Washington Post's Barry Svrluga reports Washington Nationals 1B Dmitri Young (side) was expected to be sidelined for three or four days after straining several muscles on his left side earlier in the week. Young tweaked muscles from his rib cage on down to his quadriceps while swinging the bat.
1B | Prince Fielder | Milwaukee Brewers | Fantasy
Updating an earlier item, the Associated Press' Colin Fly reports Milwaukee Brewers 1B Prince Fielder isn't happy after having his contract renewed Sunday, March 2, for $670,000, as he feels many other players with an equal amount of service time are being paid more despite putting up lesser numbers. "But my time is going to come," said Fielder, who is eligible for arbitration at the conclusion of this season. He also said, "But I'm going to do my job this year." The Brewers use a scale based on performance benchmarks and don't compare their players to those from other clubs in similar situations.
1B | Carlos Delgado | New York Mets | Injury News, Fantasy
Updating previous reports, the MRI exam on New York Mets 1B Carlos Delgado (hip) came back negative. He will be sidelined for several days, according to the Associated Press.
1B | Mike Jacobs | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have agreed to terms with 1B Mike Jacobs, according to USAToday.com.
1B | Billy Butler | Kansas City Royals | Transaction, Fantasy
The Kansas City Royals have agreed to terms with IF Billy Butler, according to USAToday.com.
1B | Ryan Shealy | Kansas City Royals | Transaction, Fantasy
The Kansas City Royals have agreed to terms with 1B Ryan Shealy, according to USAToday.com.
Second Baseman
2B | Mark DeRosa | Chicago Cubs | Injury News, Fantasy
Updating an ongoing story, The Chicago Tribune's Paul Sullivan is reporting Chicago Cubs 2B Mark DeRosa (heart) returned to camp on March 2. DeRosa said he was told he'd be able to play on March 10, when the Cubs play Milwaukee at Maryvale, Ariz., and he will begin taking batting practice March 3. The most difficult part of his return, DeRosa said, will be running, since the procedure last week involved putting a catheter through his leg and up to his heart.
2B | Rickie Weeks | Milwaukee Brewers | Fantasy
Updating an earlier item, the Associated Press' Colin Fly reports Milwaukee Brewers 2B Rickie Weeks will earn $1,057,000 this season on his one-year deal.
2B | Dan Uggla | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have renewed the contract of 2B Dan Uggla, according to USAToday.com.
Shortstop
SS | Julio Lugo | Boston Red Sox | Injury News, Fantasy
Mike Petraglia, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox SS Julio Lugo (back) is suffering from a sore back and will not play Tuesday, March 4.
SS | Rafael Furcal | Los Angeles Dodgers | Injury News
Ken Gurnick, of Dodgers.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Dodgers SS Rafael Furcal (hamstrings) left the team's spring training game Monday, March 3, because of tight hamstrings. Furcal said the injuries are minor.
SS | Bobby Crosby | Oakland Athletics | Injury News
The Associated Press reports Oakland Athletics SS Bobby Crosby (back) was scratched from a Cactus League start Monday, March 3, after experiencing back spasms. "His upper back spasmed up a little bit while he was taking grounders," Athletics manager Bob Geren said. "He's OK. It's no big deal."
SS | Hanley Ramirez | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez had his contract renewed for $439,000 on March 2, then gave everyone a scare when he was involved in a violent collision with St. Louis Cardinals C Yadier Molina while trying to score from first base. Ramirez remained on the ground for several minutes before walking off the field with a slight limp. He stayed in the game and went 2-for-4 in six innings.
SS | Jose Reyes | New York Mets | Injury News, Fantasy
New York Mets SS Jose Reyes (shin) fouled a ball off his right shin Saturday, March 1, during an exhibition game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to the Associated Press. Reyes hobbled around the batter's box before continung the at-bat, and he remained in the game.
Third Baseman
3B | Edwin Encarnacion | Cincinnati Reds | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Cincinnati Reds have agreed to terms with 3B Edwin Encarnacion on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
3B | Chipper Jones | Atlanta Braves | Injury News
David O'Brien, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Braves 3B Chipper Jones (hamstring) said he hopes to be able to play by the weekend. Jones took some ground balls Monday, March 3, as well as 30 swings from the left side with no real problems.
3B | Hank Blalock | Texas Rangers | Injury News, Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers 3B Hank Blalock (undisclosed) was not in the team's lineup Tuesday, March 4, after getting in a car accident. Blalock and his family were sitting at an intersection when they were rear-ended Monday, March 3. Blalock reported feeling stiff and sore from the crash but everyone was okay.
3B | Aramis Ramirez | Chicago Cubs | Injury News, Fantasy
Updating an ongoing story, The Chicago Tribune is reporting Chicago Cubs 3B Aramis Ramirez (shoulder) is now expected to make his spring debut on Thursday, March 6.
3B | Eric Chavez | Oakland Athletics | Injury News, Fantasy
Barry M. Bloom, of Athletics.MLB.com, reports Oakland Athletics 3B Eric Chavez (back) hinted that he may not be ready for the start of the regular season because of a setback with his surgically repaired back. "Yeah, so far it's set me back about three days' worth. I'm not going to worry about it. I'm going to play it day-by-day and see what happens," Chavez said.
3B | Kevin Kouzmanoff | San Diego Padres | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the San Diego Padres have agreed to terms with 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
3B | Brandon Inge | Detroit Tigers | Depth Chart Tidbit
Tom Gage, of The Detroit News, reports the Detroit Tigers have no plans to use IF Brandon Inge as a backup catcher this season, as Inge has little interest in being used in such a role. "I'm not going to push someone to catch who doesn't want to do it," Tigers manager Jim Leyland said. "I want him to play third base somewhere every day, but will that happen? I don't know."
3B | Alex Gordon | Kansas City Royals | Transaction, Fantasy
The Kansas City Royals have agreed to terms with 3B Alex Gordon, according to USAToday.com.
Catcher
C | Jeff Mathis | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim C Jeff Mathis has agreed to terms on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
C | Mike Napoli | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim C Mike Napoli has agreed to terms on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
C | Paul Lo Duca | Washington Nationals | Injury News
Updating previous items, the Washington Post's Barry Svrluga reports Washington Nationals C Paul Lo Duca (knee) is continuing to work his way back from a torn meniscus and said he felt no pain or setbacks. He began swinging a bat Friday, Feb. 29, and moved on to soft-toss swings Saturday, March 1. He would also like to begin catching bullpen sessions Monday, March 3.
C | Johnny Estrada | Washington Nationals | Injury News
Updating an earlier item, the Washington Post's Barry Svrluga reports Washington Nationals C Johnny Estrada (elbow) has developed elbow tendinitis in his surgically repaired right elbow and will not be allowed to throw or swing the bat for several days in order to rest his elbow. His elbow became sore in recent days. However, Estrada isn't too worried, because there is still enough time to get ready for the season.
Outfielder
OF | Chris Duncan | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to terms with OF Chris Duncan on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Skip Schumaker | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to terms with OF Skip Schumaker on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Ryan Ludwick | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to terms with OF Ryan Ludwick on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Brian Barton | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to terms with OF Brian Barton on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Shelley Duncan | New York Yankees | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the New York Yankees have agreed to terms with 1B Shelley Duncan on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Hideki Matsui | New York Yankees | Injury News, Fantasy
The Associated Press reports New York Yankees OF Hideki Matsui (neck) said he hopes to take batting practice Wednesday, March 5, after being slowed by a stiff neck. Matsui may be able to play in a spring training game next week. He expects to be ready for opening day.
OF | Jay Bruce | Cincinnati Reds | Injury News
John Fay, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Reds OF Jay Bruce (quadriceps) said he talked to manager Dusty Baker to explain that he does not have leg problems. Baker said Monday, March 3, that he was concerned about Bruce's leg problems and it may affect his use in center field. "As far as professional baseball, I missed three or four games at the end of the year with a hamstring. I played 133 games last year. In Dayton (in 2006), I missed one game," Bruce said. Bruce said his leg is feeling much better after the quadriceps injury.
OF | Brad Hawpe | Colorado Rockies | Transaction, Fantasy
Updating a previous report, ESPN.com reports the Colorado Rockies have agreed to terms with OF Brad Hawpe on a three-year deal worth $17,425,000. The deal also includes a club option for 2011.
OF | Coco Crisp | Boston Red Sox | Injury News, Fantasy
Mike Petraglia, of MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox OF Coco Crisp (groin) is suffering from a sore groin and will not play Tuesday, March 4. He is not expected to miss any additional time.
OF | Nick Markakis | Baltimore Orioles | Transaction, Fantasy
Jeff Zrebiec, of the Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Orioles have failed to agree to terms with OF Nick Markakis on a new contract, meaning his contract will be renewed at $455,000 for the 2008 season.
OF | Hunter Pence | Houston Astros | Injury News, Fantasy
The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Astros OF Hunter Pence (leg/knee/hand) had his stitches removed and has been cleared to return to all baseball activities, including sliding.
OF | Kosuke Fukudome | Chicago Cubs | Fantasy
The Chicago Tribune reports Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella will move OF Kosuke Fukudome from the third spot in the batting order up to second to try to alleviate some pressure on him. Fukudome is 1-for-7 at the plate this spring. "We need for him to swing it," Piniella said. "Maybe the three-hole is asking too much too soon."
OF | Alfonso Soriano | Chicago Cubs | Injury News, Fantasy
Updating an ongoing story, The Chicago Tribune's Paul Sullivan reports Chicago Cubs OF Alfonso Soriano (finger) may be out for an additional week or even two weeks thanks to a broken middle finger.
OF | Corey Patterson | Cincinnati Reds | Transaction, Free Agency News
John Fay, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Cincinnati Reds have signed free-agent OF Corey Patterson (Orioles) to a minor league deal.
OF | Ryan Church | New York Mets | Injury News
The Associated Press reports New York Mets OF Ryan Church (concussion) is considered day-to-day after suffering a concussion in the team's spring training game Saturday, March 1.
OF | Scott Hairston | San Diego Padres | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the San Diego Padres have agreed to terms with OF Scott Hairston on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Chase Headley | San Diego Padres | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the San Diego Padres have agreed to terms with OF Chase Headley on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Jeremy Reed | Seattle Mariners | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Seattle Mariners have agreed to terms with OF Jeremy Reed on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Mike Morse | Seattle Mariners | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Seattle Mariners have agreed to terms with OF Mike Morse on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Darryl Strawberry | Retired Players | Transaction
ESPNews reports the New York Mets have hired former MLB OF Darryl Strawberry as a special instructor.
OF | Jeff Francoeur | Atlanta Braves | Transaction
Carroll Rogers, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports the Atlanta Braves have renewed the contract of OF Jeff Francoeur. He will make roughly $450,000 in base salary for the upcoming season.
OF | Rocco Baldelli | Tampa Bay Rays | Fantasy
Marc Topkin, of the St. Petersburg Times, reports Tampa Bay Rays OF Rocco Baldelli started as the designated hitter Saturday, March 1, going 0-for-2 with two groundouts. It was the first time he has played since his season-ending surgery last May. He is scheduled to start as designated hitter Tuesday, March 4, and possibly play in the outfield Thursday, March 6, or Friday, March 7.
OF | B.J. Upton | Tampa Bay Rays | Transaction, Fantasy
Dawn Klemish, of MLB.com, reports the Tampa Bay Rays have renewed the contract of OF B.J. Upton.
OF | Reggie Willits | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Reggie Willits has agreed to terms on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
OF | Craig Monroe | Minnesota Twins | Injury News, Fantasy
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Minnesota Twins OF Craig Monroe (muscle) said his injury is a strained muscle between his left calf and left ankle. He hopes to return March 4, but manager Ron Gardenhire said it would likely be March 6.
OF | Carlos Gomez | Minnesota Twins | Fantasy
Joe Christensen, of The Minneapolis Star-Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins OF Carlos Gomez has been told to calm his swing mechanics down and stop swinging the bat so violently at the plate. "You're thinking, 'How many swings can he make like that without breaking down?' " Twins hitting coach Joe Vavra said. "Because he puts a tremendous amount of torque on his back, and if you do that too many times, boy."
OF | Nick Swisher | Chicago White Sox | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Chicago White Sox OF Nick Swisher belted two home runs and added a triple in a split-squad contest Sunday, March 2, in Hermosillo, Mexico.
OF | Nate McLouth | Pittsburgh Pirates | Injury News, Fantasy
Pittsburgh Pirates OF Nate McLouth (hamstring) was scratched from the starting lineup against the Cincinnati Reds Saturday, March 1, because of tightness in his right hamstring, according to the Associated Press.
OF | Cody Ross | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have renewed the contract of OF Cody Ross, according to USAToday.com.
OF | Cameron Maybin | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have renewed the contract of OF Cameron Maybin, according to USAToday.com.
OF | Jeremy Hermida | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have agreed to terms with OF Jeremy Hermida, according to USAToday.com.
OF | Ryan Braun | Milwaukee Brewers | Transaction, Fantasy
The Milwaukee Brewers have renewed the contract of OF Ryan Braun, according to USAToday.com.
OF | Corey Hart | Milwaukee Brewers | Transaction, Fantasy
The Milwaukee Brewers have renewed the contract of OF Corey Hart, according to USAToday.com.
OF | Shane Victorino | Philadelphia Phillies | Transaction, Fantasy
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to terms with OF Shane Victorino to a one-year contract, according to USAToday.com.
Starting Pitcher
SP | Anthony Reyes | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the St. Louis Cardinals have renewed the contract of SP Anthony Reyes.
SP | Adam Wainwright | St. Louis Cardinals | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the St. Louis Cardinals have renewed the contract of SP Adam Wainwright.
SP | Phil Hughes | New York Yankees | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the New York Yankees have agreed to terms with SP Phil Hughes on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
SP | John Maine | New York Mets | Transaction
Lisa Kennelly, of the Star Ledger, reports the New York Mets have renewed the contract of SP John Maine.
SP | Francisco Liriano | Minnesota Twins | Injury News, Fantasy
Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins SP Francisco Liriano (elbow) threw 45 pitches during a live batting practice session Tuesday, March 4. Liriano will likely pitch in a spring training game something this week.
SP | Shawn Hill | Washington Nationals | Injury News
The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals SP Shawn Hill (forearm) will not need surgery to relieve tightness in his right forearm. Hill may not be ready for the beginning of the season because he will be taking new medication and will need to undergo strength exercises.
SP | Matt Garza | Tampa Bay Rays | Fantasy
Joe Smith, of the St. Petersburg Times, reports Tampa Bay Rays SP Matt Garza gave up two earned runs on four hits in 1 2/3 innings pitched Monday, March 3. According to manager Joe Maddon, Garza look good "stuff-wise" but did not have great command.
SP | Troy Patton | Baltimore Orioles | Injury News
Updating a previous report, Spencer Fordin, of MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles SP Troy Patton (shoulder) will be tested Wednesday, March 5, or Thursday, March 6, to determine if he needs season-ending surgery. According to team physician John Wilckens, surgery is not a foregone conclusion.
SP | Kyle Davies | Kansas City Royals | Fantasy
Bob Dutton, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Royals SP Kyle Davies allowed one run on three hits in three innings of work March 2 against the Texas Rangers. "I was impressed with Kyle getting back in his delivery several times after he got out of it," manager Trey Hillman said. "He had a real good breaking ball at times but left a couple up. His fastball command had some real good spots of consistency."
SP | Jon Lieber | Chicago Cubs | Fantasy
Gordon Wittenmyer, of The Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber has no problem with pitching out of the bullpen should he not win a starting job, and Lieber will not be upset and ask for a trade. ''The only thing I can control is what I do out there on the mound and put up results, and we'll see -- because trust me, I'll be the first one that tells you that I suck," Lieber said.
SP | John Danks | Chicago White Sox | Fantasy
The Chicago Tribune's Mark Gonzales reports Chicago White Sox OF John Danks didn't allow a walk or an earned run while striking out three and yielding just two hits in the first three innings of the White Sox's 7-6 loss to the Kansas City Royals on March 3.
SP | A.J. Burnett | Toronto Blue Jays | Injury News
Updating a previous report, The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays SP A.J. Burnett (fingernail) said he does not believe his broken fingernail is much of a problem.
SP | Felix Hernandez | Seattle Mariners | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Seattle Mariners have agreed to terms with SP Felix Hernandez on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
SP | Micah Owings | Arizona Diamondbacks | Injury News
Updating a previous report, Nick Piecoro, of The Arizona Republic, reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Micah Owings (shoulder) was pulled from his Cactus League start Monday, March 3, because of general soreness behind his right shoulder. Owings will throw a bullpen session within the next few days and is hopeful that he will make his next start.
SP | Orlando Hernandez | New York Mets | Injury News
Jeremy Cothran, of The Star-Ledger, reports New York Mets SP Orlando Hernandez (foot) was unable to pitch Monday, March 3, after working out with a weighted towel. Hernandez said he is not where he wants to be with his delivery, according to Mets general manager Omar Minaya.
SP | John Lackey | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Injury News
Bill Plunkett, of The Orange County Register, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP John Lackey (elbow) threw a 40-pitch bullpen session Monday, March 3. Lackey reported afterward that he felt no discomfort from the elbow soreness that plagued him earlier in camp. "Felt good. Everything's fine," Lackey said. "It felt better than it did the last [throwing session]. I should be fine. I don't foresee anything holding me back from here on."
SP | David Price | Tampa Bay Rays | Injury News
Dawn Klemish, of MLB.com, reports Tampa Bay Rays SP David Price (shoulder) threw 40 pitches off the mound Sunday, March 2, and reported feeling no discomfort in his shoulder afterwards.
SP | Ervin Santana | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Ervin Santana has agreed to terms on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
SP | Joe Saunders | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Transaction
USAToday.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Joe Saunders has agreed to terms on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
SP | Scott Kazmir | Tampa Bay Rays | Injury News, Fantasy
Dawn Klemish, of MLB.com, reports Tampa Bay Rays SP Scott Kazmir (elbow) was able to try some simulated pitching Sunday, March 2. Kazmir will work out with a baseball in a sock to mimic the throwing motion and be re-evaluated in two or three days. If that goes well, he will begin to play catch again.
SP | Jeremy Guthrie | Baltimore Orioles | Fantasy
Spencer Fordin, of MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles SP Jeremy Guthrie allowed seven baserunners during a two-inning appearance Sunday, March 2. It was Guthrie's first appearance this spring.
SP | Brandon Backe | Houston Astros | Injury News, Fantasy
The Houston Chronicle's Brian McTaggart reports the Houston Astros are tabbing SP Brandon Backe (elbow) as their No. 2 starter behind SP Roy Oswalt, despite the fact Backe is coming back from Tommy John surgery. "I'm going to go as long as I can. Whether it's 150 (innings) or 250, I don't know," he said. "All I know is I'm going to go out there every day and try to compete and make it to the seventh inning every game."
SP | Jake Westbrook | Cleveland Indians | Injury News, Fantasy
The Akron Beacon Journal reports Cleveland Indians SP Jake Westbrook (arm) threw 25 pitches on Sunday, March 2, throwing one inning of work in an exhibition game and finishing up in the bullpen. He won't pitch again until March 9, but he is expected to go three innings in that outing, depending on his pitch count.
SP | Jason Marquis | Chicago Cubs | Fantasy
The Chicago Tribune's Paul Sullivan reports Chicago Cubs SP Jason Marquis is giving off feelers he might not be happy with a relief role and would rather be traded to a team where he can start. Cubs manager Lou Piniella told reporters if that was the way Marquis felt, "let him go". Both Piniella and Marquis later backed down from those statements later in the weekend.
SP | Javier Vazquez | Chicago White Sox | Fantasy
The Chicago Tribune reports Chicago White Sox SP Javier Vazquez allowed five runs in 2 1/3 innings March 2 against his former team, the Arizona Diamondbacks. "The worst part isn't getting hit or giving up home runs," Vazquez said. "The worst part is when you are all over the place like I was today. I mean getting behind the hitters, being behind almost every hitter, that's the worst part about it."
SP | John Patterson | Washington Nationals | Injury News
The Washington Post's Barry Svrluga reports Washington Nationals SP John Patterson had his first two-inning start of the spring Saturday, March 1, and got through the outing without incident while also throwing several curveballs. Patterson (elbow) only made seven starts in 2007, and the team is taking the approach that they can't just assume he'll be able to go out and tally 30 starts this year.
SP | Barry Zito | San Francisco Giants | Fantasy
San Francisco Giants SP Barry Zito allowed eight runs on seven hits in two-thirds of an inning Saturday, March 1, against the Oakland Athletics, according to the Associated Press. He walked two and struck out none, while throwing 44 pitches.
SP | Fausto Carmona | Cleveland Indians | Fantasy
Cleveland Indians SP Fausto Carmona will start against the Toronto Blue Jays Monday, March 3, according to the Associated Press.
SP | Shaun Marcum | Toronto Blue Jays | Fantasy
Toronto Blue Jays SP Shaun Marcum will start Monday, March 3 against the Cleveland Indians, according to the Associated Press.
SP | Anibal Sanchez | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have renewed the contract of SP Anibal Sanchez, according to USAToday.com.
SP | Rick VandenHurk | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have agreed to terms with SP Rick VandenHurk, according to USAToday.com.
SP | Brian Bannister | Kansas City Royals | Transaction, Fantasy
The Kansas City Royals have agreed to terms with SP Brian Bannister, according to USAToday.com.
Relief Pitcher
RP | Bob Howry | Chicago Cubs | Fantasy
The Chicago Sun-Times' Gordon Wittenmyer reports Chicago Cubs RP Bob Howry was touched for three runs on five hits in the ninth inning March 3. Howry has raised enough concerns about his recent history of slow starts that manager Lou Piniella said he plans to brainstorm possible solutions with pitching coach Larry Rothschild.
RP | Heath Bell | San Diego Padres | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the San Diego Padres have agreed to terms with RP Heath Bell on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
RP | Peter Moylan | Atlanta Braves | Transaction
Carroll Rogers, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports the Atlanta Braves have agreed to terms with RP Peter Moylan on a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
RP | Taylor Tankersley | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have renewed the contract of RP Taylor Tankersley, according to USAToday.com.
RP | Justin M. Miller | Florida Marlins | Transaction, Fantasy
The Florida Marlins have agreed to terms with RP Justin M. Miller, according to USAToday.com.
Closer
CL | Rafael Soriano | Atlanta Braves | Injury News, Fantasy
David O'Brien, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox mentioned that CL Rafael Soriano (arm, illness) has some inflammation in his pitching elbow. Soriano has yet to pitch during spring training. The severity of the inflammation is not known.
CL | Takashi Saito | Los Angeles Dodgers | Injury News
Ken Gurnick, of Dodgers.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Dodgers CL Takashi Saito (calf) did not participate in anything Monday, March 3, so he could rest his strained calf. He expects to see game action by the end of the week.
CL | B.J. Ryan | Toronto Blue Jays | Injury News, Fantasy
Jordan Bastian, of MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays CL B.J. Ryan (elbow) threw to minor league hitters during a batting practice session Sunday, March 2. Ryan said after the session it was the first time he has been able to throw without worrying about his arm.
CL | Chris Ray | Baltimore Orioles | Injury News, Fantasy
Spencer Fordin, of MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles CL Chris Ray (elbow) has been moved to the team's minor league facility in Sarasota, Fla., although he is still not expected to throw off the mound for another two months.
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