Archive for January 19th, 2007
A’s settle with Saarloos at $1.2 million (AP)
Kirk Saarloos and the Oakland Athletics agreed Friday to a one-year contract guaranteeing the right-hander $1.2 million and avoided arbitration. Saarloos went 7-7 with a 4.75 ERA in 16 starts and 19 relief appearances last season. The club’s No. 5 starter in 2005, he could rejoin the rotation this season under new manager Bob Geren.
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Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Padres, Wells agree to 1-year deal (AP)
David Wells is all but penciled in as the No. 5 starter for his hometown San Diego Padres. The Padres and Wells’ agent agreed in principle Friday to a $3 million, one-year deal that gives the 43-year-old left-hander the chance to make another $4 million in incentives. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said the two […]
Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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A’s re-sign right-hander Saarloos (AP)
The Oakland Athletics signed pitcher Kirk Saarloos to a one-year contract Friday, avoiding arbitration with the versatile right-hander. Saarloos went 7-7 with a 4.75 ERA in 16 starts and 19 relief appearances last season. The club’s No. 5 starter in 2005, he could rejoin the rotation this season under new manager Bob Geren.
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Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Arizona claims OF Romero off waivers from Twins (AP)
The Arizona Diamondbacks claimed Alex Romero off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on Friday. The 23-year-old outfielder split time last season between Triple-A Rochester and Double-A New Britain. He hit .263 with 19 doubles, four triples, five homers andd 42 RBIs in 119 games overall for the two minor league clubs.
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Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Padres, Wells close to finalizing 1-year deal (AP)
David Wells is all but penciled in as the No. 5 starter for his hometown San Diego Padres. The Padres and Wells’ agent closed in Friday on a $3 million, one-year deal that gives the 43-year-old left-hander the chance to make another $4 million in incentives. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said the sides have […]
Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Graffanino agrees to $3.25 million, 1-year deal (AP)
Infielder Tony Graffanino and the Milwaukee Brewers agreed Friday to a $3.25 million, one-year contract, avoiding a salary arbitration hearing. The 34-year-old hit .280 last season with two homers and 28 RBIs in 236 at-bats, then became a free agent. He was offered salary arbitration by the Brewers on Dec.
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Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Zambrano looks for new deal, Prior for a spot (AP)
Carlos Zambrano insists he would like to stay with the Cubs. He could be on the verge of a new multiyear contract or he could be a free agent after the 2007 season. One way or the other, he wants it resolved by opening day. His new manager, Lou Piniella, has already said during a […]
Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Expert picks: Part II
After reviewing my first 12 choices, check out the second part of my article comprising the final 11 picks in this 12-team, 5×5 roto mixed league. The starting lineup consists of 14 hitters and nine pitchers.
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Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Injured Morales, McPherson to see doctors (AP)
Los Angeles Angels infielders Kendry Morales and Dallas McPherson will visit doctors Monday to have injuries examined. Morales hurt his right knee on Jan. 9 while playing in the Dominican Winter League playoffs. He will be examined at the Kerlan-Jobe Clinic in Los Angeles. McPherson missed significant time last season because of lower back spasms.
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Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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Moehler agrees to minor league contract with Astros (AP)
Right-hander Brian Moehler agreed Friday to a minor league contract with the Houston Astros. The 35-year-old went 7-11 with a 6.57 ERA in 21 starts and eight relief appearances for the Florida Marlins last year, going 2-0 with a 2.45 ERA out of the bullpen. Moehler has appeared in 210 games over 10 major league […]
Posted: January 19th, 2007.
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