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Javy Lopez, C, Retired PlayersHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsBraves | J. Lopez decides to retire Updating a previous report, Mark Bowman, of Braves.MLB.com, reports Atlanta Braves C Javy Lopez has decided to retire after being assigned to the team's minor league camp. Braves | Lopez sent to minor league camp The Atlanta Braves have sent C Javy Lopez to minor league camp, according to the Associated Press. Lopez, who hit .188 during spring training, hasn't decided if he'll go to the minors. Braves | Lopez hits three-run homer The Sports Network reports Atlanta Braves C Javy Lopez hit a three-run homer Friday, Feb. 29, against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Braves | J. Lopez to fight for backup job The Sports Network reports Atlanta Braves C Javy Lopez will compete for the backup catcher job during spring training. Braves | Lopez financials disclosed David O'Brien, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Braves C Javy Lopez will draw a $750,000 salary if he makes the major league roster out of spring training. Lopez was signed to a minor league contract on Monday, Dec. 17. Braves | Lopez signed to minor league deal David O'Brien, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports the Atlanta Braves have signed C Javy Lopez (Rockies) to a minor league contract. Lopez will go to spring training and battle for the role of backup catcher. Braves | Interest in Lopez? Mark Bowman, of Braves.MLB.com, reports the Atlanta Braves might have an interest in C Javy Lopez (Rockies), who was released by the Colorado Rockies Monday, March 12. "Atlanta would be a great fit," said Chuck Berry, Lopez's agent. If signed, Lopez would serve as a backup behind C Brian McCann. Rockies | J. Lopez released ESPNews reports the Colorado Rockies have released C Javy Lopez. Rockies | J. Lopez must earn starting role in order to make team The Denver Post's Troy E. Renck reports Colorado Rockies C Javy Lopez would have to win the starting job in spring training in order to make the team, which would depend on his catching abilities returning to form. Rockies manager Clint Hurdle intends to carry only two catchers on the regular season roster. Lopez provides insurance in the event C Yorvit Torrealba (shoulder) has any further shoulder problems after two different trips to the disabled list in 2006. C Chris Iannetta is the other catcher in the mix. Rockies | Lopez to battle for starting job The Associated Press reports Colorado Rockies C Javy Lopez is one of four likely candidates to battle for the job going into spring training, the others being C Alvin Colina, C Chris Iannetta and C Yorvit Torrealba. Rockies | More on Lopez contract Updating an earlier post, The Associated Press reports the Colorado Rockies signed C Javy Lopez to a $750,000, one-year contract. The deal is pending a physical. Lopez's salary, which is not guaranteed, would increase to $1 million if he is on the active 25-man roster, and he could earn $600,000 in performance bonuses. Rockies | Javy Lopez signs ESPNews reports the Colorado Rockies signed C Javy Lopez (Red Sox) to a one-year deal. Rockies | Club close to signing J. Lopez Thomas Harding, of Colorado.Rockies.MLB.com, reports the Colorado Rockies are in "serious discussions" with free-agent C Javy Lopez (Red Sox) about signing with the club. Lopez has exchanged financial figures with the Rockies, who would like to sign Lopez for competition at catcher and to provide injury protection. Rockies | Team interested in upgrading catcher depth The Denver Post reports the Colorado Rockies are looking to upgrade their catching depth and have centered on talks with C Sandy Alomar Jr., C Sal Fasano and C Javy Lopez. Rockies | Interested in Lopez The Rocky Mountain News' Tracy Ringolsby reports the Colorado Rockies have opened talks with the agent for free agent C Javy Lopez (Red Sox), as they are looking for a veteran to provide protection for C Yorvit Torrealba (shoulder). Red Sox | Team sends Stern to Orioles The Associated Press reports the Boston Red Sox sent OF Adam Stern to the Baltimore Orioles Tuesday, Oct. 3, essentially completing the trade that sent former Orioles' C Javy Lopez to the Red Sox. Orioles | Club acquires Stern from Red Sox The Associated Press reports the Baltimore Orioles acquired OF Adam Stern from the Boston Red Sox Tuesday, Oct. 3, essentially completing the trade that sent former Orioles' C Javy Lopez to the Red Sox. Stern hit .258 with eight home runs and 34 RBI in 93 games for Triple-A Pawtucket. Red Sox | Lopez released Friday The Associated Press reports the Boston Red Sox released C Javy Lopez Friday, Sept. 8. Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Lopez was released because he was not getting enough at-bats. Orioles | Lopez clears the air upon return Spencer Fordin, of Orioles.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox C Javy Lopez returned to Baltimore for the first time since being dealt by the Baltimore Orioles Friday, Aug. 11. Lopez said he had no hard feelings towards the team but was disappointed he could not get a contract extension to remain with the team, "They wanted me to play first base, and I told them clearly, 'In order for me to play first base, I need insurance." Lopez went on to say the team never offered him a contract extension despite promises to do so, "When Spring Training passed, they said at the beginning of the season. When the beginning of the season passed, they never came to give me an extension. It was always a different excuse every time." Red Sox | Lopez having trouble learning new pitchers The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo reports Boston Red Sox C Javy Lopez had trouble registering a rhythm with SP Josh Beckett during the Aug. 9 game against the Kansas City Royals, as Beckett was charged with three wild pitches. "He's doing the best he can on the fly," said manager Terry Francona. "He's trying to learn these guys. He's trying his best." Red Sox | Lopez’s upcoming schedule Kevin Druley, of Boston.RedSox.MLB.com, reports Boston Red Sox C Javy Lopez will start at catcher for the first two games of the series with the Kansas City Royals. Orioles | Stern not coming to team, at least for 2006 The Baltimore Sun reports the Baltimore Orioles learned Boston Red Sox OF Adam Stern, the Triple-A Pawtucket outfielder who the Red Sox agreed to send to them in the trade for C Javy Lopez, was claimed on waivers. That means the Orioles will have to wait until after the season to acquire Stern. An industry source hints the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, who reportedly are angry at the Red Sox for what they feel was illegal contact between Boston and the agent for former Devil Rays SS Julio Lugo, are the team that claimed Stern. Red Sox | Lopez off to slow start The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox C Javy Lopez is 0-for-10 with his new team. Red Sox | Lopez to catch Saturday Newly acquired Boston Red Sox C Javy Lopez will catch SP David Wells, Saturday, Aug. 5, according to the Associated Press. Red Sox | Team acquires J. Lopez ESPN.com reports the Boston Red Sox acquired Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez and cash Friday, Aug. 4, in exchange for a player to be named. Lopez will likely fill in for injured Red Sox C Jason Varitek (knee), who is expected to be out for one month. Red Sox | Javy Lopez close to being acquired ESPNews reports the Boston Red Sox are close to acquiring Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez. It could happen as early as Friday, Aug. 4. Orioles | Lopez disappointed Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C/DH Javy Lopez was disappointed that he wasn't dealt to a team that would let him catch on a regular basis. Orioles | Lopez returns Spencer Fordin, of Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) returned to the lineup Saturday, July 22, and started at catcher. Orioles | J. Lopez still sidelined with back pain Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) missed his fourth consecutive game, Friday, July 21, against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, because of lower back pain, according to Fred Goodall of the Associated Press. Orioles | J. Lopez out again The Baltimore Sun reports Baltimore Orioles DH Javy Lopez (back) was out of the team's lineup again July 18 with a sore lower back. Lopez said it's not a serious condition and he should be ready to go in a day or two. Orioles | J. Lopez sits The Associated Press reports Baltimore Orioles DH Javy Lopez (back) did not play July 17 against the Oakland Athletics. Orioles | Lopez looking forward to a trade Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez would welcome a trade to a contender and would consider it a "win-win" deal if one happened. Lopez has not requested a trade, nor has he approached management as to whether they are trying to trade him, but he is looking for a chance to catch everday and with the Orioles need for pitching it could be a good deal for both the Orioles and Lopez if he is dealt. Orioles | Javy returns The Associated Press reports Baltimore Orioles DH Javy Lopez (neck) returned to the lineup Tuesday, July 4. Orioles | Lopez returns to action Associated Press reports Baltimore Orioles backup C Javy Lopez (neck, back) entered the team's game Monday, July 3, after missing three games due to neck and back problems. He replaced C Ramon Hernandez (knee), who was banged up during the game. Orioles | J. Lopez battling neck and back problems Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (neck/back) is being bothered by a sore neck and sore back, according to Spencer Fordin of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com. Orioles | Hernandez to start at catcher against Atlanta Michael Gluskin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Ramon Hernandez is expected to start all the games at catcher against the Atlanta Braves this weekend. Because they are playing in a National League ballpark, C Javy Lopez likely will only see time as a pinch-hitter. Orioles | Team expected to call up another bat Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports the Baltimore Orioles could send down either RP John Halama or RP Bruce Chen and call up another bat in time for interleague play Friday, June 16. Orioles manager Sam Perlozzo said C Javy Lopez will likely be on the bench for the next three days while the Orioles play in a National League park but Perlozzo might also want to get an extra bat from Triple-A Ottawa. Orioles | J. Lopez to catch for R. Lopez Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez will start at catcher Wednesday, June 14. J. Lopez will catch for SP Rodrigo Lopez, who has won three of his last four starts with J. Lopez catching for him. Orioles | Team rejected trade offer from Dodgers Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports the Baltimore Orioles rejected a trade offer from the Los Angeles Dodgers, who wanted to send SP Odalis Perez for C Javy Lopez. The team didn't want Perez or his contract, which still guarantees him $7.25 million this year, $7.75 million next year and a $1.5 million buyout. The Dodgers aren't even a fit for Lopez, as they already have three catchers, they just wanted rid of Perez. Orioles | Javy Lopez homers twice The Associated Press reports Baltimore Orioles C/DH Javy Lopez hit two home runs and drove in four runs Sunday, June 4, to help the Orioles defeat the New York Yankees 11-4. It was the 22nd multihomer game of his career. Lopez started behind the plate while regular catcher Ramon Hernandez served as the designated hitter. Orioles | Millar aiming to return to lineup Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles 1B Kevin Millar was benched for the fourth straight game Tuesday, May 16, although he continues to work hard to get back into the starting lineup. Millar has been benched in favor of OF Jeff Conine and C Javy Lopez in the past four games and he could find opportunities hard to come by behind the veteran players. Orioles | Millar sits for second straight game Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles 1B Kevin Millar was benched for the second straight game Sunday, May 14. C Javy Lopez (back), who returned from injury Saturday, May 13, has been the preferred option in the lineup and Orioles manager Sam Perlozzo said Lopez is going to get his chances to play in the next few weeks, although he hasn't given up on Millar. Orioles | J. Lopez activated from 15-day disabled list The Baltimore Orioles have activated C/DH Javy Lopez (back) from the 15-day disabled list, according to USAToday.com. Orioles | Perlozzo expects Lopez will return Saturday Spencer Fordin, of Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles manager Sam Perlozzo expects Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) to return to the lineup Saturday, May 13. Orioles | J. Lopez slated for Saturday return Updating previous items, the Associated Press reports Baltimore Orioles C/DH Javy Lopez (back) will likely be activated off the disabled list Saturday, May 13. Orioles | Lopez will DH Spencer Fordin, of Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) will serve as the team's designated hitter when he returns from the disabled list. Orioles' manager Sam Perlozzo says he wants to take the defensive pressure off Lopez to get his bat going again. Orioles | J. Lopez to DL The Associated Press reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained back. Orioles | Lopez unlikely to go on DL Andy Friedlander, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports it is unlikely Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) will face a stint on the DL as he has been improving every day since he injured his back. Orioles | Lopez still on the mend Andy Friedlander, of Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) is at least a few days away from returning to the team's lineup. Orioles | Lopez doesn't think he'll go on DL Updating previous reports, Spencer Fordin, of Baltimore.Orioles.MLB.com, reports Baltimore Orioles C Javy Lopez (back) expects to be back Thursday, May 4, if everything progresses as expected. Lopez said his back is still bothering him but he thinks he can avoid a stint on the DL. | Feature LinksFantasy Football Weekly Playbook FREE Fantasy Baseball
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