Monthly Archives: November 2011

Witness list limited in Dodgers bankruptcy case - MLB.com

Opposing Views

Witness list limited in Dodgers bankruptcy caseMLB.comWitnesses will be limited to experts in broadcasting matters when hearings in the Dodgers case resume next week, a federal judge in a Delaware bankruptcy court ruled on Wednesday. …MLB News: CBA Changes, Dodgers Bankruptcy, Athletics Updates and MoreOpposing ViewsFox can't put Bud Selig on witness stand, judge [...]

Valentine set to return as Red Sox manager - MLB.com

Bleacher Report

Valentine set to return as Red Sox managerMLB.comBOSTON — Bobby Valentine's managerial career, which started in Texas, moved to New York and then all the way to Japan, will begin what should be a fascinating next chapter on Thursday, when he is unveiled …Valentine hire doesn't solve all problemsFOXSports.comValentine's Day comes early for the [...]

Larkin, Morris looking for boosts in Hall voting - MLB.com

Bleacher Report

Larkin, Morris looking for boosts in Hall votingMLB.comBecause of the least imposing first-year group of eligible players in recent memory, former Reds shortstop Barry Larkin seems to be the lone possibility for election to the National Baseball Hall of …Part of dynasty, Bernie leads ballot newcomersYankees.comBernie Williams, Bill Mueller lead 2012 Hall of Fame [...]

Broxton drawn in by Royals’ competitiveness - MLB.com

Los Angeles Times

Broxton drawn in by Royals' competitivenessMLB.comKANSAS CITY — It turns out that Royals manager Ned Yost is quite a recruiter. He helped snag relief pitcher Jonathan Broxton for the Royals by inviting him on a bow-hunting trip down in Georgia. …Broxton Signs With RoyalsESPNRoyals reach deal with former Dodgers closer BroxtonReutersNY Mets, GM [...]

Angels add Iannetta, deal Chatwood - MLB.com

USA Today

Angels add Iannetta, deal ChatwoodMLB.comANAHEIM — Moving to shore up their catching from the offensive side, the Angels on Wednesday acquired Chris Iannetta from the Rockies in exchange for pitcher Tyler Chatwood. …Rockies acquire Tyler Chatwood from the AngelsColorado Rockies NewsLos Angeles Angels moving closer to trade Chris Iannetta while Colorado …bettor.com (blog)Fan's Take: [...]

Strong Second-Tier MLB Free Agents Still Available - KMOX.com

NBCSports.com

Strong Second-Tier MLB Free Agents Still AvailableKMOX.comHistorically speaking, the top players tend to sign after November, anyway. There was major news to report last week, however, as Major League Baseball and its players signed a memorandum of understanding on a new collective bargaining agreement that …Philanthropic Phils successful and generousComcast SportsNet Philadelphia (blog)
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Big increase in Interleague games unlikely in ‘13 - MLB.com

Big increase in Interleague games unlikely in '13MLB.comMILWAUKEE — Season-long Interleague Play, set to begin in 2013 as a result of the Houston Astros' move to the American League, won't result in the sort of dramatic increase in AL vs. …
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Miller, Adams earn Cards’ Minors awards - MLB.com

Miller, Adams earn Cards' Minors awardsMLB.comST. LOUIS — Two players who have taken wildly different paths in their young professional careers garnered the Cardinals' top Minor League honors on Wednesday. Right-handed pitcher Shelby Miller, …
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Phils invite eight players to Spring Training - MLB.com

Phils invite eight players to Spring TrainingMLB.comPHILADELPHIA — The Phillies announced Wednesday they had signed eight players to Minor League contracts with invitations to Spring Training as non-roster players. Four are pitchers: right-handers Scott …
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Chicago adds lefty bat with two-year deal, option for 2014 - MLB.com

Yahoo! Sports

Chicago adds lefty bat with two-year deal, option for 2014MLB.comCHICAGO — The Cubs have a new right fielder as general manager Jed Hoyer made his first on-field transaction Wednesday, signing David DeJesus to a two-year contract with an option for a third year. …Cubs sign outfielder DeJesusReutersChicago Cubs and David DeJesus Agree to Two-Year [...]