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David Ortiz ahead of schedule

David Ortiz said Thursday that he's "pretty much ahead" of schedule in his recovery from a right Achilles injury but is "not fully recovered."

"Yesterday I started doing some agility drills, and that felt good," Ortiz said. "Tomorrow I'm going to continue doing it. After that if everything goes good I'm going to start doing my running." Big Papi underwent ultrasound therapy on his Achilles last month, which he thinks has had a positive effect. He's expected to be 100 percent for spring training.
Source: WEEI.com
Thu, Nov 29, 2012 10:29:00 PM
Talks between Mets, Granderson heating up

Negotiations between the Mets and Curtis Granderson have heated up, according to a source close to Newsday's Marc Carig.

A move isn't imminent, Carig writes, but the Mets are growing increasingly optimistic they'll land the 32-year-old. The terms of any potential deal are still unknown, but a three-to-four year deal worth at least $15 million per year was what one industry executive guessed. That would likely be within the Mets' range, and Granderson could be the team's best option at landing an impact bat this offseason. The White Sox and Mariners have also been reported as teams interested in the outfielder.
Source: Newsday
Dec 4 - 11:02 PM
Rangers, Jays discussed deal for Arencibia

The Rangers attempted to acquire J.P. Arencibia from the Blue Jays before the Jays non-tendered him, a source tells MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan.

It stands to reason, then, that the Rangers will make a play for the 27-year-old now that he's a free agent. The catcher doesn't bring much defensively and owns a career .212 batting average, but he hit 21 home runs this past season and would be a nice power option off the bench for the Rangers. The team is also considering Kurt Suzuki as a potential backup to starting catcher Geovany Soto.
Source: MLBlogs.com
Dec 4 - 10:42 PM
Mariners, Dodgers among teams in on LHP Price

The market for David Price is expected to begin heating up later this week, sources tell Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports.

The Mariners, Dodgers, Angels, Pirates, Rangers, Diamondbacks and Blue Jays are among the teams showing interest in the Rays' ace. Passan said the Mariners are believed to be a strong candidate for his services, with the team possibly being willing to part with top prospect Taijuan Walker in a deal. It'll take that kind of package to lure Price away from the Rays, as the team isn't forced to deal him this offseason if a deal isn't to their liking. Price's name will likely be a popular one at next week's winter meetings, assuming he's still in Tampa Bay at that point.
Source: Yahoo Sports
Dec 4 - 8:48 PM
Kemp 'in play' for Red Sox in potential deal

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reports that Matt Kemp is "in play" for the Red Sox.

Cafardo also says the Dodgers would be willing to pick up some of Kemp's contract in the right deal -- Kemp is still owed around $130 million. The question is whether the Red Sox would want to pay Kemp while also parting with some pieces to acquire him. The Mariners have also been said to be suitors for the oft-injured 29-year-old outfielder.
Source: Nick Cafardo on Twitter
Dec 4 - 8:40 PM
Rakuten might not post Tanaka this offseason

The Rakuten Golden Eagles are now "leaning against" posting right-hander Masahiro Tanaka this offseason, according to Peter Gammons of MLB Network.

The new posting system proposal between MLB and NPB includes a $20 million limit for posting fees, a number that could convince some owners in the NPB that it's not worth posting their players, both now and in the future. It would be a huge loss for Tanaka and MLB, as the 25-year-old is viewed by many as the biggest catch among pitchers on the open market. It's a situation certainly worth monitoring in the coming weeks.
Source: Peter Gammons on Twitter
Dec 4 - 8:19 PM
Arruebarruena will host showcase this week

Cuban defector Erisbel Arruebarruena will host a showcase this weekend for major league teams.

The Mets and Yankees are among the clubs sending scouts. Arruebarruena, a 23-year-old shortstop, played six years in Cuba's Serie Nacional before defecting to the Dominican Republic in November. He's known mostly for his defense and will likely need some time in the minor leagues, but bids should pour in for him.
Source: New York Daily News
Dec 4 - 5:34 PM
Cubs to listen on Samardzija at Winter Mtngs

ESPN's Jerry Crasnick hears that the Cubs "plan to do some serious listening" on right-hander Jeff Samardzija at next week's Winter Meetings in Orlando, Florida.

Which is an indication that the Cubs and Samardzija's reps have made no progress on a long-term contract extension. Samardzija posted a disappointing 4.34 ERA and 1.35 WHIP in 2013 for Chicago, but he struck out 214 batters in 213 2/3 innings and will at times flash ace-like stuff. A difficult guy to put a monetary value on, the 28-year-old starter is under club control through the 2015 season.
Source: Jerry Crasnick on Twitter
Dec 4 - 4:41 PM
D'Backs and A's discussed Cespedes trade

According to FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal, the A's and Diamondbacks discussed a Yoenis Cespedes trade.

The return package for Oakland would have included pitcher Tyler Skaggs and outfielder A.J. Pollock, but the two sides couldn't agree to the other elements of the deal and it has now been called off. Arizona is clearly searching for a power bat this offseason. The A's have loaded up in recent days and seem unlikely to move any high-impact parts.
Source: Ken Rosenthal on Twitter
Dec 4 - 4:27 PM
Tigers to go with Nick Castellanos at 3B

Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski said Wednesday that the club plans to go with top prospect Nick Castellanos as their third baseman in 2014.

Castellanos shifted to the outfield in 2012, but he's getting an opportunity at third base now that Miguel Cabrera is making the move back to first base following the Prince Fielder trade. Widely regarded as the top prospect in the Tigers' system, the 21-year-old hit .276/.343/.450 with 18 home runs and 76 RBI over 134 games this year in Triple-A before earning a call-up in September. He should be worth watching in deeper mixed fantasy leagues right away.
Source: Jason Beck on Twitter
Dec 4 - 4:11 PM
It's official: Miguel Cabrera moving to 1B

Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski confirmed Wednesday that Miguel Cabrera will move from third base to first base in 2014.

That was the expectation as soon as Prince Fielder was traded to the Rangers -- and Cabrera even told a Venezuelan newspaper that he told the Tigers he wanted to move to first base -- but Dombrowski hadn't confirmed a move until now. The change will clear the way for top prospect Nick Castellanos to get a chance at the starting third base job.
Source: Jason Beck on Twitter
Dec 4 - 3:57 PM
Tigers finalize contract with CL Joe Nathan

Tigers signed RHP Joe Nathan to a two-year, $20 million contract.

The deal includes a club option for a third year. Nathan has enjoyed a late-career surge since Tommy John surgery, posting a 2.09 ERA over the past two seasons while going 80-for-86 in save chances. Joaquin Benoit was actually pretty solid after taking over the closer role for Detroit this past season, but Nathan is a logical fit with a win-now team. He should remain one of the top fantasy closers in his age-39 season.
Dec 4 - 3:34 PM



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