According to Joe Frisaro of MLB.com, the Florida Marlins signed former Angels 3B Dallas McPherson to a 1-year deal, worth $425,000. McPherson will compete with Jose Castillo and Jorge Cantu for the starting job at the hot corner.
McPherson missed all of 2007 while recovering from back surgery. In 2006, he batted .261 with 7 HR’s […]
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UPDATE: (1/31) 9:21PM (EST) - As per Ken Rosenthal of Foxsports, Bonds’ agent Jeff Boris says his client is “unequivocally not retiring.” Boris went on to decline comment when asked if he was speaking to any particular teams in regards to his client.
UPDATE: (1/30) 1:51pm (EST) - As per Cliff Corcoran of SI.com, there […]
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UPDATE: (1/31) 9:16pm (EST) - According to the Seattle Times, the deal is worth $3 million. Wilkerson can earn an additional $2 million in incentives based on plate appearences. Wilkerson’s agent, Scott Boras, said Wilkerson would be a good fit in Seattle even if they end up keeping Adam Jones. Naturally, what else would he […]
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Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Hampton is expected to enter spring training “without any restrictions”, as per rotoworld.com. General Manager Frank Wren says that Hampton is “100%”. Hampton has missed the 2 1/2 seasons due to arm and shoulder injuries. This is a good sign for the Braves’ staff, but there is reason to be […]
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According to ESPN.com’s Jerry Crasnick, the New York Yankees and free agent infielder Morgan Ensberg have agreed to a 1-year minor-league contract. Ensberg will compete in Spring Training for the 1B job, with Shelley Duncan and Wilson Betemit. Jason Giambi, because of his atrocious defense, will likely serve as the main DH for the team, and spend […]
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UPDATE: (1/31) 12:16pm (EST) - Gonzalez has apparently had a change of heart, according to Ken Rosenthal. He will sign a one-year deal with Florida, and join an outfield that already has Josh Willingham, Cameron Maybin, and Jeremy Hermida. Gonzalez could serve as a mentor to the youngsters, while spelling Willingham vs. righties. Expect the […]
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UPDATE: (1/31) 10:09am (EST) - According to the Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, a massive contract for Johan Santana with the Mets may likely end any chance of Sabathia returning to the Indians. He will want his cheddar too, and the team will probably get “priced-out” of the market for his services.
Jan 27, 2:00pm […]
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The Los Angeles Angels have been a formidable opponent in the American League for the better part of the last six seasons, as they have managed to make the playoffs in four of those six years (including a World Series title in 2002). Yes, they got swept by the Red Sox in the 2007 ALDS… […]
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A couple of quick news items from the world of baseball today:
The Mets claimed right-handed relief pitcher Ruddy Lugo off of waivers from the Athletics. Lugo is expected to compete for a spot in the Met bullpen during Spring Training. He is actually the younger brother of Red Sox SS Julio Lugo. Lugo, 27, has […]
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We will be answering questions for our latest mailbag… and in lieu of the recent Johan Santana deal, we’ll wait for a few more emails to trickle in. So feel free, if you have any questions for the crew here at MLB Fleece Factor, fire away! We will look to post this in the next day or […]
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UPDATE: (1/30) 12:10pm (EST) - The Chicago Sun-Times is reporting that the Giants “may even have a deal in place with the Sox, contingent on the back recovery (of Crede).” The paper says a deal may be made during Spring Training, but provides no insight on a return package.
Jan 23, 9:34am (EST): As the White Sox continue […]
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The Rockies are looking to add some depth and insurance in the outfield, specifically CF, reports Tracy Ringolsby of the Rocky Mountain News. With Willy Taveras penciled in to play CF everyday and likely lead-off, the Rockies hope to have found his back-up in the speedy Scott Podsednik, formerly of the Brewers and White Sox, signing him to a […]
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When Pedro Feliz fleeced the Phillies, he joined Wes Helms and Greg Dobbs at the hot corner in Philly. Well, that’s too many 3rd baseman for one roster and according to Paul Hagen of the Philadelphia Daily News, the odd man out appears to be Wes Helms. Dobbs is likely to be retained because he can also play […]
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After being spurned by Johnny Estrada (who signed with Washington), the Pittsburgh Pirates are now turning to Paul Bako to fill their backup catcher role, according to Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Bako, 35, hit just .207 last year for the Orioles with an OBP of .277 and a slugging percentage of - get this - […]
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In light of the Twins being on the verge of trading Johan Santana - a future Hall of Fame pitcher in his prime - due to financial constraints of the organization, I feel that it is necessary to review the financial situation of Twins owner Carl Pohlad.
Carl R. Pohlad, 92, started out his business life when he joined […]
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MLB.com’s Mark Bowman brings us some reaction from the Atlanta Braves on their rival, the New York Mets, acquiring ace Johan Santana today via trade with the Minnesota Twins. Tom Glavine, whose departure basically opened the void in the starting rotation that was filled by Santana said, “This certainly evens the balance within the division. I […]
Filed under: Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Washington Nationals | 13 Comments »
UPDATE: (1/29) 10:01pm (EST) - The great Peter Gammons, of ESPN, said on SportsCenter tonight that Johan Santana will make the Mets a “World Series contender.”
UPDATE: (1/29) 9:46pm (EST) - ESPN.com’s Keith Law feels that the Mets were big winners in this deal. And how can you blame him? As he notes, the Mets were able to keep their top prospect, […]
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UPDATE: (1/29) 8:25pm (EST): Roch Kubatko of the Baltimore Sun says there is an unconfirmed rumor that the Orioles are concerned with a degenerative hip condition that Adam Jones may have. Whether it is true of not may come out soon. The Orioles requested to bring him in for a physical before alerting Bedard’s agent […]
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UPDATE: (1/29) 8:19pm (EST) - As per Jon Heyman of SI.com, the 72-hour negotiating window is open. The Mets have until 5pm ET on Friday to come to terms with Santana. The Mets’ proposal included their #2 (Guerra), #3 (Gomez), #4 (Mulvey) and #7 (Humber) prospects in their system, according to Baseball America.
Jan 29, 4:29pm (EST) - Talk about making […]
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UPDATE: (1/29) 4:17pm (EST) - Rumor has a deal done with Mets. Details to follow…
UPDATE: (1/29) 4:07pm (EST) - ESPN.com’s Buster Olney says the Mets have the best offer on the table, according to officials involved in talks. Santana told the Twins he wants this entire issue resolved, which is why the team asked interested parties for their […]
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Free agent pitcher Kris Benson will throw again for interested teams next week in the Atlanta area.
According to Philly.com, “the session will most likely be Tuesday and the Phillies, who also scouted him in December, will be among the clubs watching. If they like what they see, Benson could be offered a minor league contract.”
As we […]
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The Washington Nationals have signed catcher Johnny Estrada to a one-year deal worth $1.25 million, according to mlb.com. Estrada had been traded to the Mets earlier this off-season before being non-tendered. This gives Jim Bowden insurance should the injury suffered by Paul Lo Duca linger. Lo Duca had a minor surgery last week, and expects to be […]
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The 2007 season was a wild ride for the Phillies, and one that they will look to build upon going into the ‘08 season. Down 7 games for the division lead to the New York Mets with just 17 games left to play, the Phils fought their way back to the NL East title (with help of Mets collapse), […]
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There is an internet report from Impacto Deportivo that has the New York Mets possibly denying young outfielder Carlos Gomez permission to play in the Caribbean Series (the article is in Spanish).
This could be the Mets holding Gomez out because we are getting so close to the regular season, or it could even have some possible trade […]
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UPDATE: Not really an update, but I just wanted to remind everyone that Pedro Feliz was somehow able to find someone to pay him $8,500,000. Seriously, can you believe this? Vote in the poll below.
UPDATE: (1/28) 6:20pm (EST): The Feliz Fleece is reportedly worth $8.5M over two years, with an option that could make the […]
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UPDATE: (1/28) 10:01pm (EST) - Peter Abraham, a beat writer for The Journal News, says the deal is complete. Cano will make $28 million over the next 4 seasons (arbitration years), and then has 2 option years in 2012 and 2013, for $14 million and $15 million, respectively. The options years include a $2 million […]
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According to Yahoo! Sports, Yankee pitcher Joba Chamberlain could open up the 2008 season from the bullpen, before eventually returning to the rotation later in the year. Since the Yankees are looking to limit his innings, but at the same time want him as a starter for the stretch run later in the season, one […]
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Just wanted to bring you all up to date on some Chicago White Sox rumors that came out today, so here goes…
According to Scott Merkin at MLB.com, free agent right-hander Bartolo Colon, 34, has apparently turned down an “an incentive-based offer, with a low-base salary” from the White Sox, as quoted by general manager Ken Williams. Colon, a stand-in […]
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According to Matt Cerrone over at Metsblog, Billy Wagner has once again decided to open his mouth - this time in an interview conducted by the Mets regional sports network’s (SNY) Kevin Burkhardt scheduled to air tonight on SNY during the Mets off-season “Hot Stove” report. Wagner is apparently ranking his own team 3rd in the […]
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Geoff Baker of the Seattle Times has been on top of it all regarding the Mariners attempt to land Erik Bedard. He checks in with another nice tidbit of information: Once the Bedard deal is finalized by the good old Peter Angelos, the Mariners will sign Brad Wilkerson to a 1 year deal.
It seems the […]
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The Boston Red Sox acquired right-handed pitcher David Aardsma from the Chicago White Sox, in exchange for right-handed pitchers Willy Mota and Miguel Socolovich.
Aardsma, 26, was a former 1st round pick by the Giants. He made 25 appearances for the White Sox a year ago, posting a horrendous 6.40 ERA in 32 innings. In 2006, […]
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According to Danny Knobler of Tigers’ Insider, Brandon Inge will report to Spring Training on February 13th with pitchers and catchers. If Inge is able to transition back behind the dish, he may serve as the replacement for Ivan Rodriguez come 2009. Inge appears to be “on board” with GM Dave Dombrowski’s plan.
Inge was a catcher […]
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UPDATE: (1/28) 10:28am (EST) - According to the Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Twins original contract offer to Johan Santana “remains on the table”. That offer was for 4 years and $80 million. Johan is said to be seeking an extension of 6 or 7 years. Then again, the left-hander could also be traded any minute. The Twins […]
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UPDATE: (1/27) 6:15pm (EST) - As per the NY Daily News, the New York Mets will not offer Livan Hernandez or any other starter, including Kyle Lohse, a contract until the Johan Santana situation finally comes to a conclusion. Omar Minaya and the Mets’ front office is still hopeful they will be the team winning the […]
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As per the Denver Post, Rockies’ third baseman Garret Atkins is hoping to re-visit a long term extension with the ball-club. Atkins is still three years away from free agency, but after Troy Tulowitki’s extension, Atkins is looking for similar “love” from management.
Last off-season, Atkins turned down a contract offer that would have covered his […]
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