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Luis Ayala, RP, Florida MarlinsHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsMarlins | Ayala signs The South Florida Sun-Sentinel's Juan C. Rodriguez reports the Florida Marlins signed RP Luis Ayala (Twins) to an undisclosed deal. They will only be required to pay him the pro-rated amount of the major-league minimum, or less than $200,000. Marlins | Interested in Ayala Juan C. Rodriguez, of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, reports the Florida Marlins are interested in signing free-agent RP Luis Ayala (Twins). Ayala feels the team would be a good fit for him, according to a source who has spoken with Ayala. Twins | Ayala released La Velle E. Neal III, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports the Minnesota Twins released RP Luis Ayala Wednesday, July 1. Twins | Ayala wanted to be given setup role The Minneapolis Star Tribune's Joe Christensen reports the Minnesota Twins cut RP Luis Ayala after he requested a trade when he wasn't given the eighth-inning role. "He wanted an eighth-inning role; that's why he signed here," manager Ron Gardenhire said. "His thoughts were if we gave him the ball in that eighth inning, he'd be able to do the job. My thoughts are, 'If you're not getting them out, you're not going to pitch in the eighth inning.' When you walk into my office and tell me you don't like your role - and he talked about his contract for next year - you lose me right there. I don't deal with that. We're talking about winning now." Pirates | Interested in Ayala The Minneapolis Star Tribune's Joe Christensen reports the Pittsburgh Pirates have expressed interest in Minnesota Twins RP Luis Ayala, who was recently designated for assignment. Twins | Ayala asked to be traded Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins RP Luis Ayala asked to be traded three weeks ago, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. Twins | Ayala designated for assignment The Associated Press reports the Minnesota Twins designated RP Luis Ayala for assignment Monday, June 22. He was 1-2 with a 4.18 ERA in 28 outings this season. Twins | Ayala could become setup man The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins RP Luis Ayala has a chance to become the team's eighth-inning setup man this year. Twins | Ayala deal official Phil Miller, of The Pioneer Press, reports the Minnesota Twins' one-year deal with RP Luis Ayala became official Wednesday, Feb. 18, after he passed a physical. Twins | Ayala reports The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins RP Luis Ayala reported to Spring Training despite not having a finalized contract. The team is still deciding who to take off the 40-man roster. Twins | Interest in Ayala The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports the Minnesota Twins have had discussions about free-agent RP Luis Ayala (Nationals). Dodgers | Team interested in two relievers The Los Angeles Times' Bill Shaikin reports the Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in free-agent RP Dennys Reyes (Twins) and RP Luis Ayala (Mets). Mets | Nine not offered arbitration MLB.com's Mike Scarr reports the New York Mets didn't offer arbitration to OF Moises Alou, IF Damion Easley, RP Luis Ayala, P Tony Armas Jr., SP Orlando Hernandez, IF Ramon Martinez, OF Trot Nixon, RP Ricardo Rincon or RP Matt Wise. Mets | Ayala could be offered arbitration The New York Mets may offer salary arbitration to free-agent RP Luis Ayala, according to Marty Noble of MLB.com. Mets | Six file for free agency Friday The Sports Network reports New York Mets RP Tony Armas Jr., RP Luis Ayala, SP Pedro Martinez, RP Ricardo Rincon, OF Moises Alou and SS Ramon Martinez filed for free agency Friday, Oct. 31. Mets | Ayala earns save Tuesday Jay Cohen, of The Associated Press, reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala earned his ninth save of the season Tuesday, Sept. 23. Mets | Ayala earns save Wednesday Howard Fendrich, of The Associated Press, reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala earned his eighth save of the season Wednesday, Sept. 17. Mets | Likely to stick with Ayala Ken Davidoff, of New York Newsday, reports the New York Mets will likely re-sign RP Luis Ayala and use him as the closer next year if he proves himself to be worthy at the end of the 2008 season and through a possible playoff run. The Mets appear to be leaning toward finding a full-time closer within their organization rather than signing a free-agent closer in the offseason. Mets | Ayala blows save The Associated Press' Mike Fitzpatrick reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala blew a save opportunity Sunday, Sept. 14. He entered in the ninth with a two-run lead and allowed back-to-back singles, followed by a three-run homer. It was the 27th blown save this year by a Mets reliever, and their 11th in the ninth inning. Mets | Ayala records save Wednesday Howie Rumberg, of The Associated Press, reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala recorded his sixth save in seven chances Wednesday, Sept. 10. Mets | Ayala earns save Tuesday The Associated Press reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala earned his fifth save in six chances Tuesday, Sept. 2. Mets | Ayala earns save Friday Steven Wine, of The Associated Press, reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala earned his third save of the season Friday, Aug. 29, despite giving up four hits in the ninth inning. Mets | Ayala records save Wednesday Rob Maaddi, of The Associated Press, reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala recorded his second save in three chances Wednesday, Aug. 27. Mets | Manuel not afraid to use Ayala in closing situations New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel said he wouldn't be afraid to use RP Luis Ayala in a save situation again, according to the New York Post. Ayala recorded the save Friday, Aug. 22, against the Houston Astros, but there was no opportunity for a save Saturday, Aug. 23. "That opportunity comes up again tonight, I wouldn't hesitate to go with him," Manuel said. "When you come in and throw strikes, attack people, that gives us a chance. I think somebody mentioned he threw 11 pitches (on Friday), 10 of them for strikes. That's impressive to me." Mets | Ayala earns save Friday Howie Rumberg, of The Associated Press, reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala earned his first save of the season Friday, Aug. 22. Mets | Ayala contributes Thursday, comes away with win The Associated Press' Jay Cohen reports New York Mets RP Luis Ayala notched his first win with the Mets Thursday night, Aug. 21, after working 1 1/3 scoreless innings. He is now 2-8 overall after spending most of the year with the Washington Nationals. Mets | Ayala acquired from Nats The New York Mets have acquired RP Luis Ayala from the Washington Nationals, in exchange for a player to be named later, according to The Associated Press. The player heading to Washington is expected to be 2B Anderson Hernandez, but he has not yet cleared waivers. Nationals | Ayala suffers eighth loss The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala suffered his eighth loss in nine decisions on Sunday, Aug. 10, as the Milwaukee Brewers rallied from three runs down for a 5-4 victory. Mets | Team targeting Ayala FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports the New York Mets are discussing a trade for Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala. The Nationals would likely trade a low-level prospect in the deal. Nationals | St. Claire says Ayala needs to regain confidence Chico Harlan, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Nationals pitching coach Randy St. Claire said RP Luis Ayala needs to regain his confidence to stop his struggles. "Like I said, he's got to get confidence. Even when he throws [the sinker], it's tentative. It's not thrown with relaxation and execution. He's just got to get that confidence back. He needs three or four good games, get that confidence back, and then maybe get on a roll. Because we need him. We need him bad," St. Claire said. Nationals | Acta reconsidering Ayala's role Chico Harlan, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Nationals manager Manny Acta said he is reconsidering RP Luis Ayala's role in the bullpen. Nationals | Ayala struggling with mechanics Chico Harlan, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala has been struggling with his mechanics over the last few weeks. During his wind-up, he tends to open his body prematurely, especially trying to throw the perfect pitch. Pitching coach Randy St. Claire said Ayala is reverting to his worst tendencies in the worst possible times. Also, Ayala appears to be shying away from his best pitch, the sinking fastball, and leaning on the changeup. Nationals | Ayala in a relief rut Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala had another poor relief outing Tuesday, May 13, according to the Yahoo! Sports box score. After giving up two runs (one earned) on two hits and a walk in 1 1/3 innings, the righty has now given up a run in each of his last four outings, and five of his last six outings. He has two losses and two blown saves in his last four appearances. Nationals | Projected bullpen for 2008 season Bill Ladson, of Nationals.MLB.com, reports the Washington Nationals projected bullpen for the 2008 season is: CL Chad Cordero, with RP Jon Rauch and RP Luis Ayala as right-handed setup men. Nationals | Ayala injured in hunting trip Barry Svrluga, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (arm) was sprayed in the upper left (non-throwing) arm by a shotgun pellet on a hunting trip. He was examined by Dr. Lewis Yocum, who revealed a bruised nerve upon exam. There was no artery damage and the nerve is still intact. Ayala is still expected to participate fully in spring training. Nationals | Ayala avoids arbitration USAToday.com reports the Washington Nationals have agreed to terms with RP Luis Ayala. Nationals | Ayala activated Updating a previous post, The Washington Post reports the Washington Nationals activated RP Luis Ayala (elbow) from the 15-day disabled list on June 20. Nationals | Ayala activation coming The Washington Post reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) will be activated Friday, June 22. Ayala, coming off reconstructive elbow surgery, hasn't pitched in the majors since 2005. Nationals | Ayala throws two shutout innings Bill Ladson, of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) threw two shutout innings for Triple-A Columbus Monday, June 18. Nationals | Ayala rehab update Bill Ladson, of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) threw two-thirds of an inning without giving up a run in a rehab appearance Friday, June 1, for Class A Potomac. The team is hoping Ayala will be able to pitch in back-to-back games, which is likely his only chance at making a major league roster. Nationals | Ayala throws bullpen session Updating a previous report, Bill Ladson, of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) threw 25 pitches in a bullpen session Wednesday, May 30, and was able to throw his fastball and sinker without any problems. Ayala's next stop will likely be a rehab assignment with Class A Potomac. Nationals | Ayala to throw in front of coaches The Washington Post reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (ligament), who is working his way back from ligament replacement surgery last spring, is scheduled to be in Washington May 30. Manager Manny Acta said Ayala threw three innings at the team's spring training complex in Viera, Fla., on May 28 and he will likely throw for the major- league staff before club officials determine the best course for rehabilitation in the minors. Nationals | Ayala placed on 60-day disabled list Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) has been transferred from the 15-day disabled list, to the 60-day disabled list, according to USAToday.com. Nationals | Ayala reports no pain after throwing Tuesday Bill Ladson, of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) threw 16 pitches in an extended spring training game Tuesday, May 15, and reported feeling no pain. He will throw another inning Friday, May 18, and another two Monday, May 21. There is still no timetable for his return, although the team is hoping he will be back sometime in June. Nationals | Ayala rehab update Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) pitched an inning at Vero Beach, Thursday, April 19, but his velocity only reached 85 miles per hour on the radar gun, according to Charlie Nobles, for Washington.Nationals.MLB.com. Nationals | Ayala bothered by neck problems Bill Ladson, of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow, neck) is being bothered by neck problems and there is still no timetable for when he will return. Nationals | Ayala placed on DL Michael Phillips, of Nationals.MLB.com, reports the Washington Nationals placed P Luis Ayala (elbow) on the 15-day disabled list. Nationals | Ayala to go on disabled list Bill Ladson, of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com, reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) pitched one inning in an intrasquad game Friday, March 23, but he will still begin the season on the disabled list. Ayala still needs to rebuild his arm strength after undergoing elbow reconstruction surgery last year. Nationals | Ayala throws bullpen session Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) threw a five-minute bullpen session, Friday, Feb. 16, without reporting any pain, according to Bill Ladson of Washington.Nationals.MLB.com. The team is trying to let him start spring training slowly, after he missed the entire 2006 season due to reconstructive surgery on his right elbow. Nationals | Ayala nearly healthy The Washington Post's Barry Svrluga reports Washington Nationals RP Luis Ayala (elbow) stopped short of saying he was 100 percent healthy, but Ayala said he sees no reason why he won't be able to reclaim his position as one of the top setup men to CL Chad Cordero. "I'm trying to get my position back. I lost one year," Cordero said. "But the most important thing is to feel good." | Feature LinksFantasy Football Draft Guide FREE Fantasy Baseball
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