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Report: Rays close to signing James Loney

Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports reports that the Rays "appear close" to signing free agent first baseman James Loney.

This is the type of buy-low opportunity we've come to expect from the Rays. Loney, 28, batted just .249/.293/.336 with six home runs, 41 RBI and a .630 OPS in 465 plate appearances this past season between the Dodgers and Red Sox. If signed, he'll likely be used on the strong side of a platoon at first base next season.

Source: Tim Brown on Twitter

Mon, Dec 3, 2012 12:50:00 AM

Tulo (calf, fibula) out at least a few days

Troy Tulowitzki (calf, fibula) is expected to miss at least a few days.

Tulowitzki left Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks after he was hit in the left leg by a pitch. X-rays came back negative, but he's dealing with a deep calf bruise and will rest in order to let the inflammation go down.

Source: Troy Renck on Twitter

Mar 13 - 5:55 PM

Michael Morse nursing mild calf strain

Michael Morse is expected to miss a couple of days due to a mild right calf strain.

It's a lingering issue for Morse, who originally injured his calf a few days ago. He was able to return to action earlier this week, but some additional rest will be required.

Source: John Shea on Twitter

Mar 13 - 5:27 PM

Angel Pagan dealing with lower back strain

Angel Pagan is currently dealing with a lower back strain.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy declined to discuss the nature of Pagan's doctor visit on Wednesday, but it's now confirmed. Tests results aren't yet available, so it's unclear how much time he'll need to miss.

Source: John Shea on Twitter

Mar 13 - 5:22 PM

Kemp (ankle) plays OF in intrasquad game

Matt Kemp (ankle) played two half-innings in center field Thursday in a minor league intrasquad game.

Kemp also went 0-for-6 at the plate. The 29-year-old played one half-inning in the outfield Wednesday in a minor league game, so he continues to take baby steps as he tests his surgically-repaired ankle. At this point, it's unlikely he'll be ready when the Dodgers return home from Australia, but a return at some point in April appears realistic if he can avoid setbacks.

Source: Ken Gurnick on Twitter

Mar 13 - 5:17 PM

Cardinals option OF Oscar Taveras to minors

Cardinals optioned OF Oscar Taveras, C Audry Perez, and RHP Eric Fornataro to Triple-A Memphis.

Taveras is the big name here, but it's not surprising to see him get cut, as he's coming off right ankle surgery and has been limited in recent days due to right hamstring tightness. The best thing for him right now is to get healthy and play every day in the minors. One of the top hitting prospects in the game, Taveras should make an impact with the big club at some point this season assuming he can stay on the field.

Source: Derrick Goold on Twitter

Mar 13 - 5:10 PM

Profar has wisdom teeth removed, out 3-5 days

Jurickson Profar is expected to be sidelined for 3-5 days after having his wisdom teeth removed.

Not an ideal development for Profar, who has had some shoulder issues this spring and has yet to play the field. Still, the Rangers expect him to be ready for the start of the season, where he'll take over as the starting second baseman.

Source: MLBlogs.com

Mar 13 - 4:49 PM

Trevor Cahill (knee) throws bullpen session

Trevor Cahill (knee) threw a successful bullpen session Thursday.

Cahill jammed his right knee while covering first base in Tuesday's Cactus League game, but he managed to avoid a serious injury. Barring any setbacks, he should be good to go for the second game of the season-opening series against the Dodgers in Australia.

Source: Steve Gilbert on Twitter

Mar 13 - 4:36 PM

O's, Rays, Mets talking to M's about Franklin

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that the Orioles, Rays, and Mets are all talking to the Mariners about a trade for infielder Nick Franklin.

Franklin could play second base for the Orioles and Rays, while the Mets are scouting him as a shortstop. The 23-year-old has played well this spring in hopes of winning the starting shortstop job, but Brad Miller remains the heavy favorite for the gig. With Robinson Cano installed as the starting second baseman over the winter, Franklin is expendable if the right offer comes along.

Source: CBS Sports

Mar 13 - 4:12 PM

M's have had continued dialogue with Morales

Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik told Jon Heyman of CBS Sports that the club has had continued dialogue with free agent Kendrys Morales.

New Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano has advocated for the club to bring back Morales, but Zduriencik said there's still a difference of opinion regarding the asking price. "It strictly has to do with where they're at (in negotiations) and where we're at," said Zduriencik. While re-signing Morales could help balance out the lineup, it would also create a bigger logjam with Justin Smoak, Corey Hart, and Logan Morrison. The market for Morales has been very quiet since the Orioles signed Nelson Cruz, so it's looking more and more like he could start the season without a home.

Source: CBS Sports

Mar 13 - 4:02 PM

Walker (shoulder) tosses 25 pitches in 'pen

Taijuan Walker (shoulder) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session on Thursday morning in Mariners camp.

Walker told reporters after the workout that he is beginning to "feel normal again." The young right-hander came into Mariners camp this spring with shoulder soreness and probably won't be ready to make his 2014 debut until mid-to-late April. Walker registered a 2.93 ERA and 160 strikeouts in 141 1/3 innings last summer in the minors and remains a nice late-ground grab in all standard fantasy formats.

Source: Greg Johns on Twitter

Mar 13 - 1:54 PM

Gallardo to start for Brewers on Opening Day

Yovani Gallardo has been named the Brewers' Opening Day starter by manager Ron Roenicke.

It's the fifth straight Opening Day assignment for Gallardo. The 28-year-old right-hander posted a career-worst 4.18 ERA in 180 2/3 innings last season, but he has looked sharp so far in the Cactus League. Milwaukee opens its 2014 campaign March 31 against the Braves.

Source: Adam McCalvy on Twitter

Mar 13 - 1:20 PM