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Huston Street to Angels deal being finalized

Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that a trade sending Padres closer Huston Street to the Angels is being finalized.

It's unclear at the moment what the return package would be, but Taylor Lindsay has been mentioned and was scratched from Friday's lineup at Triple-A Salt Lake. It sounds as though the deal will get done soon.

Source: Jon Heyman on Twitter

Fri, Jul 18, 2014 10:54:00 PM

Ryan Howard says he's lost 15-20 pounds

Ryan Howard said Tuesday that he cut sugar from his diet over the winter and has lost 15-20 pounds.

This comes a few days after Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro said that Howard showed up to camp in the best shape "since I've known him." It's no secret that the Phillies would like to move on from him, so it appears that he has used the constant speculation about his future as motivation. It might not result in better numbers at the plate, but it's something. As of now, Howard still projects to get most of the playing time at first base for the Phillies this season.

Source: Meghan Montemurro on Twitter

Mar 3 - 3:03 PM

Castellanos hit in hand by pitch, day-to-day

Nick Castellanos left Tuesday's Grapefruit League game after suffering a left hand hand contusion.

Castellanos was hit in the hand by a pitch, but fortunately X-rays came back negative. He's considered day-to-day, so it's not a major concern.

Source: Detroit Tigers on Twitter

Mar 3 - 2:58 PM

Report: Chris Young to sign by end of week

ESPN's Jerry Crasnick reports that free agent right-hander Chris Young is planning to review offers and make a decision on where to sign by the end of the week.

The market for Young was extremely quiet over the winter despite him posting a 3.65 ERA over 29 starts and one relief appearance with the Mariners last season. It's hard to count on him to stay healthy, but he'd be useful rotation depth for a handful of teams.

Source: Jerry Crasnick on twitter

Mar 3 - 1:22 PM

Brewers' deal with K-Rod not yet finalized

Brewers manager Ron Roenicke said Tuesday that the club hasn't finalized a contract with Francisco Rodriguez.

The Brewers outrighted right-hander Brooks Hall to Triple-A on Tuesday, presumably to clear a spot for Rodriguez on the 40-man roster, but the deal isn't official yet. K-Rod is expected to receive a two-year, $13 million deal with a club option for 2017. It's unclear when he'll travel from Venezuela to Brewers' camp.

Source: Tom Haudricourt on Twitter

Mar 3 - 1:03 PM

Royals' Luke Hochevar (elbow) faces hitters

Luke Hochevar (elbow) faced hitters Tuesday for the first time since Tommy John surgery.

It's a big step for Hochevar, who is nearly a full year removed from Tommy John surgery. He still has some hurdles to cross, but the Royals believe he'll be ready for Opening Day or close to it. He could be a big weapon for a bullpen which was already a strength last season.

Source: Andy McCullough on Twitter

Mar 3 - 12:57 PM

Jimmy Rollins will be Dodgers' leadoff man

Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said Tuesday that Jimmy Rollins will serve as the team's leadoff man.

Mattingly indicated last week that he wasn't completely committed to Rollins in the leadoff spot, but he said Tuesday that they "don't truly have anyone else who fits in that role." He's not wrong, but Rollins isn't the ideal leadoff hitter either, as he owns a .319 on-base percentage over the last three seasons. Still, it certainly enhances his fantasy value for 2015 if he sticks there.

Source: Eric Stephen on Twitter

Mar 3 - 12:11 PM

Gibbons hasn't committed to a closer yet

Blue Jays manager John Gibbons wouldn't commit to using Brett Cecil as his closer, according to John Lott of the National Post.

Gibbons was ambivalent about having Cecil close, saying, "He could do it. He might not. It might be somebody else." Aaron Sanchez is the other candidate to grab the role. Alternatively, Gibbons could play match-ups with both pitchers. Cecil, since becoming a full-time reliever in 2013, has a 2.76 ERA and a 146/50 K/BB ratio in 114 innings over the last two seasons.

Source: National Post

Mar 3 - 12:04 PM

Kipnis (finger) likely to play this weekend

Indians manager Terry Francona said Tuesday that Jason Kipnis (finger) will likely make his Cactus League debut this weekend.

The Indians are easing Kipnis into things after December surgery to repair tendon damage in his left ring finger. The 27-year-old is coming off a disappointing season in which he batted just .240/.310/.330 with six home runs and 41 RBI over 129 games, but there's serious rebound potential if he's feeling good.

Source: Jordan Bastian on Twitter

Mar 3 - 12:04 PM

Alderson: No steam on Dillon Gee trade talks

Mets general manager Sandy Alderson said "it's fair to say" that the Mets have had little to no trade talk involving Dillon Gee.

A recent rumor indicated that the Rangers were considering Gee. The right-hander has been pushed out of the Mets' starting rotation with the return of Matt Harvey, so he'll operate as a swingman, pitching initially out of the bullpen. Gee, who can become a free agent after the 2016 season, should continue to find his name in trade rumors throughout the season.

Source: Anthony DiComo on Twitter

Mar 3 - 10:25 AM

Votto won't be out of Reds' lineup for long

Reds manager Bryan Price said Tuesday that Joey Votto (quad) won't be out of the lineup for long.

Votto is not up to game speed, so the Reds are taking it slow with their first baseman. He missed the entirety of the second half of 2014 with a distal strain in his right quadriceps, finishing the season with an uncharacteristic .255/.390/.409 slash line. A return to health could springboard his numbers back into fantasy elite status.

Mar 3 - 10:00 AM

Phillies not interested in Victorino reunion

The Phillies are not interested in acquiring Shane Victorino in any trade with the Red Sox, as they are intent on bringing back younger, cheaper talent, Scott Lauber of the Boston Herald reports.

The Phillies are in rebuilding mode, so Victorino wouldn't make much sense for them despite sporting an incomplete outfield. Victorino missed large chunks of time last season due to hamstring and back issues, but is John Farrell's favorite to claim the starting job in right field. When he's healthy, he provides speed and power, but it remains to be seen if his recent bout with injuries has sapped him of either.

Source: Scott Lauber on Twitter

Mar 3 - 9:39 AM