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Scott Kazmir - S - Angels

Andy McCullough of the Newark Star-Ledger reports that the Mets are expected to have a scout watch Scott Kazmir throw on Friday.

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reported Wednesday morning that the Mets were one of six teams Kazmir was considering and that the left-hander could make a decision within the next few days. It's unlikely the 28-year-old has much left in the tank, but he could be worth a shot on a minor league deal.

Source: Andy McCullough on Twitter

Feb 22 - 1:51 PM

Fausto Carmona - S - Indians

Roberto Hernandez Heredia, formerly known as Fausto Carmona, told the Associated Press he hopes to obtain a judicial pardon and return to the Indians this season.

Hernandez was placed on baseball's restricted list last month after he was arrested in his native Dominican Republic on false identity charges. The 31-year-old is currently warning young players about the risk of using a false identity. "I'm doing all that is necessary so that when the pardon is granted, I won't have to wait long to play again," said Hernandez. His agent, Jorge Brito, is confident he'll pitch with the Indians this season.

Source: Associated Press

Feb 22 - 1:36 PM

Burt Reynolds - 3B - Yankees

Yankees signed INF/OF Burt Reynolds to a minor league contract.

No, not that Burt Reynolds. This one is apparently Robinson Cano's 23-year-old cousin. He was previously a farmhand with the Rays and played last season with the Newark Bears of the independent Can-Am League. He'll serve as organizational fodder.

Source: Kevin Goldstein on Twitter

Feb 22 - 1:31 PM

Bobby Abreu - OF - Angels

Angels' manager Mike Scioscia said Wednesday that he hopes to put Bobby Abreu in a position to be successful.

Abreu told Enrique Rojas of ESPNDeportesLosAngeles.com that he wants to be traded if he won't be an everyday player, but Scioscia still sees a role for him on the team. "How much playing time he gets, we don’t have a crystal ball. We certainly have more depth now than we’ve had in a long time," explained Scioscia. "But I don’t think Bobby would be valuable playing once or twice a week. He would have to play more than that. But there’s certainly ways to get a lot of guys in the lineup to where they’re contributing." Abreu is making $9 million this season and most teams have already filled their DH spot, so the 37-year-old may have no choice but to accept a diminished role.

Source: MLBlogs.com

Feb 22 - 1:24 PM

Kris Harvey - R - Pirates

Pirates signed RHP Kris Harvey to a minor league contract.

Harvey, a 2005 second-round pick, had a 4.50 ERA and 54/27 K/BB ratio over 64 innings with the Marlins' High-A and Double-A affiliates last year. The 28-year-old converted outfielder will function as organizational depth.

Source: Kevin Goldstein on Twitter

Feb 22 - 1:18 PM

Ruben Tejada - SS - Mets

Mets manager Terry Collins said Wednesday that he would have liked to see Ruben Tejada arrive to camp early.

Tejada ran into a bit of a delay in his native Panama due to a visa issue, but is expected to arrive by the required report date on Saturday. It's ultimately not a big issue, but Collins clearly wanted his new everyday shortstop to show some initiative.

Source: Adam Rubin on Twitter

Feb 22 - 1:13 PM

Ike Davis - 1B - Mets

Updating a previous item, Mets manager Terry Collins said Ike Davis will resume practicing with the team on Thursday.

Davis was sent back to New York on Wednesday for additional tests related to his physical, but he has been cleared of any issue. The team said the visit wasn't related to his ankle, so there's no reason to be concerned about his long-term status.

Source: Adam Rubin on Twitter

Feb 22 - 1:08 PM

Ryan Howard - 1B - Phillies

Phillies manager Charlie Manuel hasn't ruled out the possibility that Ryan Howard (Achilles surgery) could see some action during spring training.

Manuel considers Howard ahead of schedule in his recovery from Achilles surgery, but the high-priced slugger remains unlikely to be ready for the start of the season. Ty Wigginton, Jim Thome and John Mayberry, Jr. are expected to fill in until he's ready to return.

Source: David Hale on Twitter

Feb 22 - 1:04 PM

Jared Lansford - R - Dodgers

Dodgers signed RHP Jared Lansford to a minor league contract.

Lansford, who was a second-round pick of the A's in 2005, posted a 4.54 ERA and 51/28 K/BB ratio over 81 1/3 innings of relief between Oakland's Double- and Triple-A affiliates last year. Carney's son will serve as organizational pitching depth.

Source: Kevin Goldstein on Twitter

Feb 22 - 12:57 PM

Luke Hughes - 2B - Twins

Luke Hughes received a cortisone shot in his right shoulder on Wednesday.

A second opinion on Hughes' MRI showed only inflammation and he hopes to resume baseball activities as soon as next week. The 27-year-old batted just .223/.289/.338 over 317 plate appearances in 2011 and will compete for a bench job this spring.

Source: Rhett Bollinger on Twitter

Feb 22 - 12:53 PM

Brent Leach - R - Dodgers

Dodgers signed LHP Brent Leach to a minor league contract.

Leach pitched in Japan last season and posted an ugly 5.95 ERA over eight starts with the Yokohama BayStars. The 29-year-old left-hander compiled a 5.75 ERA and 19/12 K/BB ratio over 20 1/3 innings with the Dodgers in 2009 and is likely to serve as minor league depth.

Source: Kevin Goldstein on Twitter

Feb 22 - 12:51 PM

Zach Braddock - R - Brewers

Zach Braddock was send home from Brewers' camp on Wednesday due to illness.

The Brewers naturally didn't want the rest of the clubhouse getting sick, but he should be back with the club in the next couple of days. Braddock posted a 7.27 ERA and an 18/11 K/BB ratio over 17 1/3 innings in 2011 while dealing with a sleep disorder and personal issues.

Source: Tom Haudricourt on Twitter

Feb 22 - 12:46 PM

David Aardsma - R - Yankees

Yankees signed RHP David Aardsma to a one-year, $500,000 contract.

Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News was the first to report the terms of the contract. Aardsma isn't expected to return until the second half of the season following Tommy John surgery, but the former M's closer could end up paying big dividends down the line as the deal includes a club option for 2013. This is your classic low-risk/high-reward move.

Feb 22 - 12:41 PM

Ike Davis - 1B - Mets

Ike Davis was sent back to New York on Wednesday for additional tests related to his physical.

We know what you're thinking, but the Mets are saying that his ankle isn't the reason for his visit and that he should be back in camp on Thursday. The 24-year-old first baseman batted .302/.383/.543 with seven homers and 25 RBI in 36 games last season and carries serious sleeper potential if healthy.

Source: Andy McCullough on Twitter

Feb 22 - 12:28 PM

David Aardsma - R - Yankees

Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports that the Yankees have signed right-handed reliever David Aardsma.

Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News reports that it's a major-league deal worth $500,000. Aardsma is currently working his way back from Tommy John surgery last July and likely won't be ready to contribute until mid-season. The 30-year-old posted a 2.90 ERA and saved 69 games for the Mariners from 2009-10, so he could be a savvy addition.

Source: Bryan Hoch on Twitter

Feb 22 - 12:21 PM