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Surkamp activated from DL; optioned to minors

Giants activated LHP Eric Surkamp from the 60-day disabled list; optioned him to Triple-A Fresno.

Surkamp, making his way back from Tommy John surgery, posted a 2.93 ERA and a 17/3 K/BB ratio in 15 1/3 innings over five rehab starts with High-A San Jose. He'll serve as rotation depth at Triple-A for now and could be an option for a call-up during the second half.

Fri, Jun 28, 2013 04:05:00 PM

Maybin (biceps) could return in 4-6 weeks

Padres general manager Josh Byrnes said Thursday that Cameron Maybin (biceps) could return in as soon as 4-6 weeks.

He was originally supposed to miss 2-3 months, but the Padres are feeling much more optimistic about Maybin's status after it was determined he wouldn't need surgery to repair his ruptured left biceps tendon. "Our doctors saw his diagnostics and talked to Cam and decided [recovery] will be healing and the rehab route before we get him back to activity," Byrnes said. "But the strong consensus was no surgery."

Source: Padres.mlb.com

Mar 6 - 9:18 PM

Omar Infante (shoulder) won't play Friday

Omar Infante has been scratched from an appearance in a minor-league game Friday due to ongoing concerns about his inflamed right shoulder.

Infante is able to go through drills, but Royals manager Ned Yost isn't ready to let the second baseman test things out in a game yet. "I’m watching him throw, and I just don’t really know that he’s ready to cut one loose yet," Yost said. Infante is now slated to return to action on Monday, though he could serve as a DH over the weekend.

Source: Kansas City Star

Mar 6 - 7:27 PM

Dane De La Rosa (forearm) to undergo MRI

Dane De La Rosa (forearm) has left Angels' camp to undergo an MRI.

De La Rosa exited Thursday's Cactus League game due to right forearm tightness. The Angels are hoping it's just a pinched nerve, but they can't be sure until after the exam is performed. De La Rosa is slated to be a key setup man for the Halos this season, so losing him for a lengthy period of time would be a big blow.

Source: Alden Gonzalez on Twitter

Mar 6 - 6:33 PM

Ervin Santana considering switching agents

FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports that free agent right-hander Ervin Santana is considering switching agents.

Santana is currently represented by Bean Stringfellow of Proformance, but it's very possible that he is frustrated that he still hasn't found a contract. CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reported Thursday that the Mariners, Orioles, Rockies, Rangers, and Blue Jays have all kept in touch about the 31-year-old right-hander, but nothing appears to be imminent.

Source: Ken Rosenthal on Twitter

Mar 6 - 5:32 PM

Kershaw, Ryu likely for Australia series

The Dodgers will likely start Clayton Kershaw and Hyun-Jin Ryu to start in the season-opening two-game series against the Diamondbacks in Australia from March 22-23.

Dodgers manager Don Mattingly has yet to make an official announcement, but they have lined up their rotation that way after inserting prospect Zach Lee to start this Friday's Cactus League game. Zack Greinke has already been ruled out due to a calf injury and Josh Beckett is being brought along slowly this spring, so the Dodgers will likely bring Dan Haren to Australia as an insurance option for Kershaw or Ryu.

Source: Dodgers.mlb.com

Mar 6 - 4:36 PM

Chacin (shoulder) played catch on Thursday

Jhoulys Chacin (shoulder) played catch on Thursday afternoon in Rockies camp.

The workout went smoothly, but there's no timetable for Chacin's return to the mound and the clock is ticking toward Opening Day. The 26-year-old right-hander was diagnosed with a shoulder strain in late February and may have to miss the first few weeks of the regular season. This situation obviously dents his fantasy value.

Source: Jon Heyman on Twitter

Mar 6 - 3:59 PM

BAL, SEA, COL, TEX, TOR all in on E. Santana

Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that the Orioles, Mariners, Rockies, Rangers, and Blue Jays have all remained in contact with free agent Ervin Santana.

The 31-year-old right-hander is still believed to be seeking a contract worth close to $50 million, but his asking price may drop as the beginning of the regular season approaches. Santana is working out in Scottsdale, Arizona, which is driving distance from 15 different MLB spring training sites. He registered a 3.24 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 161 strikeouts in 211 innings last season for the Royals.

Source: CBS Sports

Mar 6 - 3:47 PM

Parnell (quad, neck) goes inning in 'B' game

Bobby Parnell (quad, neck) threw a scoreless inning in a "B" game on Thursday in Mets camp.

"Everything felt good," Parnell said afterward. "Coming into it my routine was good and my arm was strong. I felt like I came out there throwing strikes, so I’m happy with it." The right-hander should be ready to close for the Mets on the first day of the regular season. He had an outstanding 2.16 ERA in 50 innings last year.

Source: New York Post

Mar 6 - 2:44 PM

Alex Rios day-to-day with mild oblique strain

Alex Rios is day-to-day with a mild right oblique strain.

An oblique strain during the regular season usually means a 15-day disabled list stint, so Rios may be shut down for a week or more in Rangers camp. But he should still have ample time to get properly tuned up for Opening Day. Rios, 32, finished the 2013 campaign with 18 home runs, 81 RBI, 83 runs, and 42 stolen bases. He carries massive fantasy potential into 2014.

Source: Drew Davison on Twitter

Mar 6 - 1:16 PM

Cards, Matt Carpenter nearing six-year deal

FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal hears that the long-term contract extension being discussed by the Cardinals and infielder Matt Carpenter would be for six years.

Rosenthal's source says the value of the still-under-negotiation deal is around $50-55 million and the two sides are "very close" to reaching an official agreement. Carpenter is entering his final pre-arb season, so this extension would run through all three arbitration years and his first two seasons of free agency. It's risky to lock up a 28-year-old coming off a breakout campaign, but the Cardinals could be saving themselves a ton of money in the long run. Carpenter was among the most productive players in baseball in 2013.

Source: Ken Rosenthal on Twitter

Mar 6 - 12:44 PM

Greinke (calf) throws another bullpen session

Zack Greinke (calf) threw another bullpen session on Thursday morning in Dodgers camp.

Greinke made 25 throws, mixing in breaking balls, and reported no physical discomfort. He should face live hitters next in a simulated setting and could then return to Cactus League games. Greinke is likely a candidate to start March 30 in San Diego -- the Dodgers' first game back from their trip to Sydney, Australia.

Source: Ken Gurnick on Twitter

Mar 6 - 12:42 PM