Rangers third base prospect Joey Gallo was presented the Joe Bauman Trophy by Musco Sports Lighting on Monday at the annual Winter Meetings for leading the Minor Leagues in home runs.
Event brings Yanks’ ‘Core Four’ together
After all of those years, all of those parades up Broadway, all of those records, all of those awards, all of those cheers, all of those good times and all of those farewells, the Yankees’ “Core Four” gathered together Monday night in New York.
AFL administrator named Woman Executive of Year
Arizona Fall League senior administrator Joan McGrath was presented the Rawlings Woman Executive of the Year Award on Monday at the Winter Meetings.
Trumbo draws attention at Day 1 of Winter Meetings
Mark Trumbo’s name was a popular one at the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort on Monday, with MLB Network Insiders Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reporting that Trumbo is “in play” and Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com saying that up to 12 teams have expressed interest.
Winter League roundup: Sanchez paces bats
A five-run inning in the Venezuelan League — thanks in part to a 3-for-3 outing by Hector Sanchez — and a 16-hit performance in the Puerto Rican League made the difference in the day’s Winter League games.
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The MLB.com Shop is offering everything at 20 percent off plus free ground shipping for orders over $50, so in the spirit of the Winter Meetings let’s take a look at some players who already have moved to new clubs this offseason — and how to cash in on their moves.
Ending attempt at comeback, Prior retires
After a series of injuries and several comeback attempts, it appears Mark Prior is ready to call it a career. The right-hander, now 33, was in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., on Monday for the Winter Meetings, where he told reporters he was retiring.
With roster in flux, Price’s managerial style on hold
The Reds will be a different team in 2014. But the degree of difference is all in the details, and it’s hard to know how many details are yet to be revealed. That’s why Bryan Price didn’t always have a direct answer to questions Monday about his managerial philosophies, because the truth is that such philosophies are shaped by personnel, and the Reds’ roster is very much in flux.
Halladay comes full circle with Blue Jays
Though Roy Halladay enjoyed his four years in Philadelphia, Toronto was his big league home, both at the beginning and at the end.
Price’s value evident in long list of suitors
David Price’s trade worth might never get any higher, and Joe Maddon and the Rays know it. In his prime at 28 and under club control for two more seasons, Price stands tall among the elite. The bidders are jockeying for position, poised to take their best shots.
Rangers meet with Cruz’s agent to talk potential return
The Rangers met with Nelson Cruz’s agent Monday at the Winter Meetings, general manager Jon Daniels confirmed. Cruz is a free agent after being the Rangers’ right fielder the past five years, but the club is having ongoing discussions with agent Adam Katz.
Zduriencik answers criticism with statement
After being sharply criticized by former manager Eric Wedge and former statistical analysis specialist Tony Blengino in a Seattle Times story on Sunday, Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik responded at the start of Monday’s Winter Meetings with a statement.
White Sox know Sale’s value, but would listen to offers
Left-hander Chris Sale may be as close to untouchable as anyone in the White Sox organization, but that doesn’t mean general manager Rick Hahn won’t listen to offers for his No. 1 starter.
Cashman seeks pitching, infield help at Meetings
Less than 24 hours after he dangled off the side of the tallest building in Stamford, Conn., again taking part in a holiday rappelling event, Brian Cashman’s feet were firmly on the ground at the Winter Meetings. Cashman arrived for the four-day event believing that the Yankees have much more work to do, and the general manager was said to have spent the day chatting with his counterparts, searching for deals to fill some of the club’s remaining holes.
Friedman tight-lipped about Price after Day 1
While Andrew Friedman has remained tight-lipped regarding specific players or trades being targeted, one thing is certain: David Price remains the most coveted prize of the Winter Meetings.
Pujols completely healthy, happy with winter progress
Albert Pujols’ left foot is now “completely healed,” Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto said Monday from the Winter Meetings.
Trout contract talks could heat up around Opening Day
Come Opening Day, the stage could be set for a mega-extension with Mike Trout. But asked at the Winter Meetings if there’s any sense of urgency to extend Trout, Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto remained mum.