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Dodgers | Expected to make offer to Sabathia soon
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:29:37 -0800

Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to make an offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) soon.

Brewers | Have not heard from Sabathia
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 18:35:29 -0800

Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers have yet to hear a response from free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) on his intentions in the free-agent market.

Yankees | Offer to Sabathia has timetable
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:57:31 -0800

Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports the New York Yankees have made it known that their offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) of six-years and $140-145 million will not be on the table forever, according to owner Hal Steinbrenner.

Angels | Expected to enter bidding for Sabathia
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:32:50 -0800

Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are expected to enter the bidding for free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) soon.

Yankees | Sabathia won't decide until after Thanksgiving
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:29:40 -0800

New York Newsday's Anthony Riber and Ken Davidoff are reporting free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) will not decide until after Thanksgiving weekend whether to accept any team's offers, including the $140 million deal placed out there by the New York Yankees.

Giants | Appear to be entering Sabathia sweepstakes
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:23:59 -0800

Mike Scarr, of MLB.com, reports the San Francisco Giants appear ready to enter the sweepstakes for free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers). According to NJ.com, they are preparing an offer that will land somewhere between the Milwaukee Brewers and New York Yankees offers.

Dodgers | Are not close to making an offer for Sabathia
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:17:30 -0800

Contrary to a previous report, Tony Jackson, of the Los Angeles Daily News, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers have not and are not close to making an offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers). However, they remain interested in Sabathia and this does not mean that they will not offer him a contract at some point.

Dodgers | Close to making offer to Sabathia
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:32:04 -0800

Tony Jackson, of the Los Angeles Daily News, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers are close to making an offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers), according to the Los Angeles Times. The Newark-Star Ledger says the offer is for six years and between $110 million and $120 million, which is well short of the New York Yankees offer of six years and $140 million.

Red Sox | Will not make offer to Sabathia
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:58:15 -0800

Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the Boston Red Sox have no plans to offer a contract to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers).

Brewers | GM thinks Yankees overbidding on Sabathia
Sun, 16 Nov 2008 23:10:57 -0800

According to a report in The Bergen Record, Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin believes the New York Yankees are overbidding on free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers). "It sounds like they're overbidding," Melvin said. "If the speculation is true that we've offered CC $100 million, why would you offer $140 million? Why wouldn't you offer $110 million?"

Mets | Not planning on making run for Sabathia
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:28:47 -0800

Contrary to a previous report, Marty Noble, of MLB.com, reports the New York Mets are not planning on making a run to sign free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers).

Dodgers | Not looking for long-term deal with Sabathia
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:56:11 -0800

Ken Gurnick, of MLB.com, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers will be unlikely to sign free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) if he demands a long-term deal. They are unlikely to come close to offering the six-year deal worth $140 million that the New York Yankees offered him Friday, Nov. 14.

Brewers | Waiting on Sabathia
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:41:16 -0800

Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers will wait and see where free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) will play in 2009 before deciding on any other free agents.

Yankees | Appear willing to shell out money for starters
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:18:38 -0800

The Boston Globe reports the New York Yankees three offers to free-agent SP's CC Sabathia (Brewers), A.J. Burnett and Derek Lowe are expected to total in the $250 million range, according to SI.com's Jon Heyman.

Yankees | Tender offer to Sabathia
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:20:49 -0800

SportingNews.com reports the New York Yankees have officially tendered an offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers), according to ESPN's Buster Olney. The offer is for six years and is worth more than $137.5 million.

Yankees | Ruling out signing both Teixeira and Sabathia
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:35:47 -0800

Joel Sherman, of the New York Post, reports the New York Yankees are ruling out the possibility of signing both free-agent 1B Mark Teixeira (Angels) and free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers), according to general manager Brian Cashman. "At the price tags I have read, that is fantasy land, not reality land," Cashman said.

Yankees | Plan to give Sabathia record-setting offer
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:36:09 -0800

Buster Olney, of ESPN, reports the New York Yankees are expected to make a multi-year offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) that will surpass the highest contract ever given to a starting pitcher, currently held by New York Mets SP Johan Santana. The Yankees' offer is believed to be worth between $140 million and $142 million over an undisclosed amount of years.

Mets | Team enters bidding for Sabathia
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 08:31:11 -0800

The New York Daily News' Bill Madden, Anthony McCarron and Adam Rubin report the New York Mets have entered the bidding for SP CC Sabathia (Brewers).

Brewers | Will not spend big if Sabathia leaves
Thu, 13 Nov 2008 11:00:53 -0800

Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Milwaukee Brewers will not throw $100 million to sign any free-agents if they are unable to retain free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers).

Yankees | Jeter recruits Sabathia
Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:39:23 -0800

The New York Times' Tyler Kepner reports New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter has called free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) and recruited him to sign with the Yankees.

MLB | Sabathia speaks with Jeter
Fri, 07 Nov 2008 20:54:36 -0800

CBSSports.com reports free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) recently spoke with New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter on the phone about playing in the city of New York. "I'm there if somebody wants to ask me questions but I really don't think you need to sell the organization," Jeter said. "I think everyone understands what comes along with playing here. You're expected to win. It's a great place to play."

Brewers | Cameron might be key in re-signing Sabathia
Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:16:47 -0800

Mike Scarr, of MLB.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers might be hesitant to trade OF Mike Cameron if it hinders their chances to re-sign free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers). Cameron and Sabathia have a strong friendship and if Cameron is dealt, Sabathia may be inclined to leave as well, according to a report in SI.com

Angels | Unlikely to sign both Sabathia and Teixeira
Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:22:47 -0800

The New York Post reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are unlikely to sign both free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) and free-agent 1B Mark Teixeira (Angels), according to general manager Tony Reagins.

Giants | Are not in market for starting pitchers
Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:06:30 -0800

John Shea, of the San Francisco Chronicle, reports the San Francisco Giants are not in the market to add front-line starting pitchers such as free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) in the offseason.

MLB | Sabathia wants to play in WBC
Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:30:38 -0800

Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) said he would love to play in the 2009 World Baseball Classic for the United States.

Indians | Team meets with Sabathia's agents
Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:13:14 -0800

The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports the Cleveland Indians met with free-agent SP CC Sabathia's (Brewers) agents Tuesday, Nov. 4, in what sounded like a fond farewell. Sabathia is likely way out of the team's price range. "We were just touching base," said general manager Mark Shapiro. "We talked about potential scenarios that could develop and re-affirmed our interest."

Cubs | Have strong interest in Sabathia
Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:59:02 -0800

Mike Scarr, of MLB.com, reports the Chicago Cubs have strong interest in signing free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers).

Red Sox | Do not have plans for Sabathia
Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:58:36 -0800

Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox currently have no plans to pursue free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers), according to his agent, Greg Genske.

Cardinals | Not expected to sign big-name free-agent pitchers
Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:11:55 -0800

Joe Strauss, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports the St. Louis Cardinals are unlikely to sign free-agent SPs such as A.J. Burnett (Blue Jays), CC Sabathia (Brewers), Ryan Dempster (Cubs) and Derek Lowe (Dodgers).

Dodgers | Have not spoken with Sabathia
Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:59:54 -0800

Barry M. Bloom, of MLB.com, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers have not made contact with free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers), according to general manager Ned Colletti.

Dodgers | Free-agent signing might preclude Manny deal
Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:30:18 -0800

Barry M. Bloom, of MLB.com, reports the Los Angeles Dodgers might make a big free-agent signing before attempting to re-sign free-agent OF Manny Ramirez (Dodgers), according to general manager Ned Colletti. Colletti stated that he thinks it will be extremely difficult to sign both free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) and Ramirez.

Phillies | Could make push for Sabathia
Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:46:30 -0800

Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports the Philadelphia Phillies could be a surprise entry in the sweepstakes for free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) this offseason.

Brewers | Make offer to Sabathia
Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:45:51 -0800

Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers have reportedly made a multi-year offer to free-agent SP CC Sabathia (Brewers) that is believed to be in the $100-million range. The proposed deal is reportedly for four or five years and between $20 and $25 million, and quite possibly for $100 million over five years. However, the Brewers are still considered long shots to re-sign Sabathia.

Brewers | Sabathia files for free agency
Sun, 02 Nov 2008 12:18:35 -0800

Confirming previous reports, Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia has filed for free agency, according to The Associated Press.

Brewers | Expected to make offer to Sabathia soon
Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:07:59 -0700

Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Milwaukee Brewers will be making an offer to SP CC Sabathia very soon, according to general manager Doug Melvin. The Brewers are expected to offer Sabathia $20 million or more per year, but are likely to give him fewer years than several other clubs.

Red Sox | Unlikely to be players for big free-agent pitchers
Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:59:40 -0700

Tony Massarotti, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox are unlikely to make a push to sign big free-agent pitchers in the offseason such as Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia, free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) or free-agent SP Derek Lowe (Dodgers).

Brewers | Expected to offer Sabathia $100 million
Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:45:04 -0700

Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers are expected to offer SP CC Sabathia $100 million for four years. However, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees could each give him more than four years and $25 million per season.

Brewers | Sabathia named Clutch Performer of the Year
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 19:08:27 -0700

Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia was named Major League Baseball's Clutch Performer of the Year, presented by Pepsi.

Braves | Unlikely to make bid for Sabathia
Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:31:09 -0700

David O'Brien, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports the Atlanta Braves are unlikely to make a bid for Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia during the offseason. Sabathia will become a free agent after the World Series.

Brewers | Plan to offer Sabathia a deal
Sat, 18 Oct 2008 13:40:07 -0700

Buster Olney, of ESPN The Magazine, reports the Milwaukee Brewers will make an offer to SP CC Sabathia, who is eligible for free agency following the World Series. General manager Doug Melvin said the team has a chance to keep him on board. "I do feel we will make him an offer, and at that point, it will be in his court," Melvin said. It is believed Sabathia will seriously consider offers from other teams in California, his home state, as well as the New York Yankees.

Yankees | Pitching a priority
Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:45:19 -0700

Joel Sherman, of the New York Post, reports the New York Yankees priority is to sign one, or possibly two, free-agent starting pitchers such as Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia, Toronto Blue Jays SP A.J. Burnett or Los Angeles Dodgers SP Derek Lowe. The Yankees will have roughly $88 million in salary that could be freed up during the offseason. Their next priority will be to re-sign either SP Mike Mussina or SP Andy Pettitte. After that, the team plans to use its pitching prospects to acquire a high-ceiling player at first base or in the outfield.

Yankees | Team may not make big push for Sabathia
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:07:29 -0700

The Rocky Mountain News' Tracy Ringolsby reports the New York Yankees aren't expected to make a big push for SP CC Sabathia (Brewers), whom they fear might be too laid back for the turmoil of the Bronx.

Indians | Could re-sign former players
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:16:51 -0700

Paul Hoynes, of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports the Cleveland Indians have not ruled out reacquiring Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia, Boston Red Sox SP Paul Byrd or Los Angeles Dodgers 3B Casey Blake. "I wouldn't close the door on anybody. Casey certainly has a natural fit on our club next year. ... Byrdie still has the ability to pitch effectively at the back end of the rotation, but if we look at the back end of the rotation it's probably going to be the guys you saw pitch here this year," general manager Mark Shapiro said.

Cubs | Team to pursue Sabathia
Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:41:04 -0700

The Chicago Sun-Times' Chris De Luca reports the Chicago Cubs will likely pursue Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia in the offseason.

Brewers | Owner interested in re-signing Sabathia
Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:14:43 -0700

The Associated Press' Colin Fly reports Milwaukee Brewers principal owner Mark Attanasio thinks the team might have a chance to re-sign free-agent-to-be SP CC Sabathia, but it would require some creativity. "The numbers you hear for a player like CC start to approach what we pay the team, so you have to be creative on how you structure things," said Attanasio. "But, they've got financial advisers and they can be creative, too, so we'll see."

Brewers | Sabathia had good experience in Milwaukee
Sun, 05 Oct 2008 17:44:24 -0700

The Associated Press' Colin Fly reports Milwaukee Brewers free-agent-to-be SP CC Sabathia said he had fun with the team this year. Sabathia, speaking after the team was eliminated from the playoffs Sunday, Oct. 5, indicated that happiness, not money, will be a big factor in where he signs. "I'd be lying if I didn't say this was one of the better times I had in my career," said Sabathia. "Coming here, meeting these guys and being on this team, was a good experience."

Brewers | Sabathia makes pinch-hitting appearance
Sun, 05 Oct 2008 13:10:12 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia struck out in a pinch-hitting appearance Sunday, Oct. 5, during the third inning of Game 4 of the NLCS, against the Philadelphia Phillies, according to The Associated Press.

Angels | Could push for Sabathia
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:50:30 -0700

Jon Heyman, of SportsIllustrated.com, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim could make a push to sign Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia in the offseason.

Brewers | Sabathia takes loss in NLDS Game 2
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:31:41 -0700

The Associated Press' Rob Maaddi reports Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia took the loss in Game 2 of the NLDS Thursday night, Oct. 2. He gave up five runs on six hits and four walks in 3 2/3 innings. All of the hits went for extra bases, including a damaging grand slam in the second inning. "I don't think starting on three days' rest had anything to do with it," said Sabathia. "I just didn't make pitches when I needed to."

Braves | Likely in market for big free-agent pitchers
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:48:28 -0700

Mark Bowman, of MLB.com, reports the Atlanta Braves are likely to inquire about Milwaukee Brewers SP CC Sabathia, Los Angeles Dodgers SP Derek Lowe and Chicago Cubs SP Ryan Dempster, all of whom will become free agents after the season.