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Chicago Cubs sign Kyuji Fujikawa
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Brian Wilson, John Lannan, Mark Reynolds highlight nontenders
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The nontender deadline has come and gone, and several notable players are among the batch of players looking for work. Rays: Ben Francisco Blue Jays: Bobby Wilson Rangers: Geovany Soto, Brandon Snyder Orioles: Mark Reynolds Red Sox: Rich Hill, Ryan Sweeney Indians: Jack Hannahan, Rafael Perez Tigers: Daniel Schlereth Nationals: John Lannan, Tom Gorzelanny Cubs: […]
Braves trade Tommy Hanson to Angels for Jordan Walden
0 comments by Joe Lucia on 11/30/2012
The Atlanta Braves continued a busy week, trading starting pitcher Tommy Hanson to the Los Angeles Angels for reliever Jordan Walden. On the surface, this looks like a deal where both parties could benefit from a change of scenery. Walden was the Angels closer as a rookie in 2011, saving 32 games, posting a 2.98 […]
Mariano Rivera will be back with the Yankees in 2013
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After a brief period of uncertainty, the New York Yankees and ace closer Mariano Rivera
Dugout Digest – pieces falling into place
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The 2012 offseason has really kicked into high gear this week. We've seen Jonathan Broxton re-up with the Reds, Andy Pettitte agree to come back to the Yankees, the first big domino in BJ Upton sign with the Braves, the Nationals finally trade for Denard Span, and the Pirates sign Russell Martin to catch. Also, […]
Mets lock up David Wright with 7-year, $122 million contract extension
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You can rest easy, Mets fans. David Wright won't be going anywhere for a long, long time with the news that the franchise third baseman has agreed to a seven-year contract extension that will pay him $122 million. That deal makes Wright the richest player in team history (if you include the $16 million he […]
Pirates fill hole behind the plate with Russell Martin
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The Pittsburgh Pirates were reportedly hot in pursuit of former Yankees catcher Russell Martin, and for
Nationals acquire Denard Span from Twins
0 comments by Joe Lucia on 11/29/2012
The Washington Nationals acquired a much-desired player on Thursday, picking up center fielder Denard Span from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for minor league pitcher Alex Meyer. The 22-year old Meyer was a first round pick of the Nationals in 2011, #23 overall. The move will have an impact around the league., and on more […]
The Wilton Lopez trade to the Phillies is off
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Yesterday, we brought you the news of the Astros potentially trading closer Wilton Lopez to the Phillies. Well, today it appears that the trade will not be happening after Lopez's physical with the Phillies hadn't gone well. Reportedly, Lopez's elbow is what gave Philadelphia's doctors pause. The Phillies were reportedly going to send pitcher Tyler […]
Tim Lincecum: modern fireman?
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The fireman position in baseball has been long gone thanks to the five man rotation and the realm of the speciality bullpen arms. Bullpens are intricately built for numerous late game situations, with LOOGYs and ROOGYs and the like evolving from the multiple-inning relievers of old who took on all comers. But one man has […]
Braves agree to deal with BJ Upton
0 comments by Joe Lucia on 11/28/2012
The Atlanta Braves and free agent center fielder BJ Upton have agreed to a contract, as reported
Andy Pettitte re-signs with Yankees for 2013
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Andy Pettitte will be back with the Yankees for 2013, signing a
Phillies in talks to acquire reliever Wilton Lopez from Astros
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The Philadelphia Phillies continue to raid the Houston Astros for relievers. The Astros
Unmasking the mystery team: Zack Greinke
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It happens every off-season, teams get into a frenzied bidding situation for a high profile free agent. Just when we think we know who he is going to sign with- BAM! They strike out of nowhere! The mystery team!!! You never believe it when they are mentioned in rumors. You scoff and mock the reporter […]
The Eugene Emeralds’ new logo is a Sasquatch
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Changing logos is nothing new in the world of minor league baseball. And in more recent times, neither is pushing the creativity envelope. Unless you've made a trek to the great northwest of America, you may not understand why in the world any professional sports team would take on the logo of a Sasquatch while […]
