The D-backs agreed to a three-year deal with free-agent outfielder Cody Ross on Saturday.
A’s FanFest comes to Oracle Arena on Jan. 27
The always anticipated A’s FanFest, this one coming on the heels of Oakland’s first playoff appearance in six years, is set to return on Jan. 27.
Leyland preparing for Classic departures
The Tigers won’t have an official list of who’s going to the World Baseball Classic until the new year. Their manager is already preparing for it.
Collins looks to continue progress in the bullpen
With Joakim Soria leaving the Royals, Tim Collins and Greg Holland will now hold down the back of the bullpen. Collins showed improvement with his command in 2012 and looks to keep up his progress.
Underdog A’s, Orioles unleashed magic in 2012
Awakening the echoes of earlier generations of powerhouses, the Orioles and Athletics took flight to co-author the best story of the 2012 season.
Indians agree to Minor League deal with Kazmir
The Indians need rotation depth and are willing to roll the dice when it comes to certain reclamation projects. One such case appears to be left-hander Scott Kazmir.
Mariners invite Bonderman to Spring Training
Former Tigers starter Jeremy Bonderman, who hasn’t pitched in the Majors since arm injuries sidelined him in 2010, has signed a Minor League contract with the Mariners with an invitation to Major League camp.
AL West teams must adjust as Astros enter fold
As Major League Baseball’s only four-team division since 1994, the American League West will undergo a facelift as the Astros join the division in 2013.
After beating cancer, each day special to Forbes
Colorado Rockies scout Chris Forbes used to feel that Christmas Day was the special day. Now, however, Forbes knows every day is special.
Giants give Rosario chance, claim righty off waivers
The Giants took their turn Friday at obtaining right-hander Sandy Rosario, claiming the much-traveled 27-year-old reliever off waivers from the Chicago Cubs.
Offseason update: Cards making minor moves
It has been two months since the Cardinals transitioned into the offseason, eyeing ways in which they could improve upon last year’s 88-win season. And thus far, the offseason has been mostly quiet in St. Louis.
Andruw’s career leaves much to be desired
This had to be a mistake. I mean, surely the headline writers got it all wrong earlier this week with this one: “Andruw Jones signs deal to play in Japan.” Well, it’s true. It’s sad, but it’s true.
Rangers claim lefty reliever Beliveau off waivers
The Rangers added another bullpen candidate by claiming left-handed reliever Jeff Beliveau off waivers from the Cubs on Friday. He gives the Rangers a possible left-handed relief option if they decide to use Robbie Ross in the rotation.
Trade further assurance of J.P.’s place in Toronto
J.P. Arencibia no longer has to worry about who the catcher of the future is in Toronto.
Ocampo ramping up Astros’ international efforts
The job, by definition, requires plenty of travel. As the Astros’ director of international, Oz Ocampo spends the majority of his time in places like the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Panama and Colombia, looking for the next big thing in a sea of raw talent.
Shortstop Nunez returned to Tigers from D-backs
Shortstop Gustavo Nunez, picked by the Pirates in the 2011 Rule 5 Draft, returned to the Tigers organization on Friday, as the D-backs outrighted his contract to Triple-A Toledo.
Cubs finalize one-year contract with Schierholtz
The Cubs have finalized their deal with outfielder Nate Schierholtz on a one-year, $2.25 million contract.