Former star shortstop Ozzie Guillen has a word of advice for big leaguers who want to play winter ball in Venezuela: Don’t. Now guiding the Tiburones in his native country, the first Latino manager to win a World Series says any major leaguer who wants protect himself from getting hurt should avoid taking part.
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Phillies Pitcher Aaron Nola Feels “100 Percent”, Ready for Spring Training
After staying silent through most of the offseason, Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola says he feels “100 percent” and he believes he will be ready for the spring. The biggest issue facing the Phillies this offseason was the health of their right-handed phenom Aaron Nola .
Red Sox: Looking back at Adrian Gonzalez trade with San Diego Padres
… in 2013. As Kelly seeks to salvage his once promising career, a report has surfaced from Tommy Stokke of FanRag Sports that the Chicago Cubs may be interested in the former prized pitching prospect. As #Cubs search for pitching depth, they’re among …
Cleveland Indians sign outfielder Brandon Guyer to two-year contract extension
The last of the Indians’ eight arbitration-eligible players has signed, and this one will be sticking around for a while. The Indians have agreed to a two-year deal with outfielder Brandon Guyer.
Michael Kopech, prospect Boston Red Sox traded to White Sox, reaches…
Michael Kopech, the top pitching prospect who Boston Red Sox traded to the Chicago White Sox with three other prospects for Chris Sale, reached 110 mph in a max velocity throw during a workout Tuesday. The 20-year-old Kopech went 4-1 with a 2.25 ERA and struck out 82 in 52 innings for High-A Salem this past season.
AP source: Bautista, Blue Jays agree to $18M, 1-year deal
In this Oct. 6, 2016, file photo, Toronto Blue Jays’ Jose Bautista smiles as he walks through the dugout during Game 1 of the team’s American League Division Series against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. A person with knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press that free agent outfielder Jose Bautista is staying with the Toronto Blue Jays after agreeing to an $18 million, one-year contract with mutual options for more years.
Carlin named Scrappers’ new manager
Former Cleveland Indians catcher Luke Carlin has been named the manager of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers for the 2017 season which begins June 21. Carlin served on the Akron staff last year after his 14-year professional career ended after the 2015 season. Carlin appeared in 56 Major League games with the Indians, San Diego and Arizona.
St. Louis Cardinals expect to add speed this season
In this Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, file photo, St. Louis Cardinals’ Kolten Wong heads for third on his leadoff triple during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco.
AP source: Phillies, Saunders agree to $9M, 1-year deal
Outfielder Michael Saunders and the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed on a $9 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. Saunders ‘ deal was first reported by MLB.com.
Danny Duffy signs five-year contract with the Royals
The Royals announced a $65 million, five-year contract with LHP Danny Duffy on Monday, ensuring he will remain with the Royals through the 2021 season. Duffy was eligible for arbitration and could have become a free agent after the upcoming season.
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Arrieta skipping White House trip, cites family reasons
In this Oct. 26, 2016, file photo, Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta throws during the first inning of Game 2 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Cleveland Indians, in Cleveland.
Why the Phillies and Cesar Hernandez couldn’t reach a deal before arbitration.
After avoiding salary arbitration with two of their three eligible players – Freddy Galvis, who signed for $4.35 million, and Jeanmar Gomez, who received a nice raise to $4.2 million – the Phillies could not reach a similar one-year deal with their young second baseman. Both sides will now exchange salary figures for next year, a task neither side likes doing.
D-backs avoid arbitration with four players
The D-backs avoided arbitration with four players on Friday, the team announced. Left-hander Patrick Corbin , right-hander Randall Delgado , infielder Chris Owings and catcher/outfielder Chris Herrmann all agreed to one-year contracts for 2017.
Fowler appearance scrubbed as first day of Winter Warm-Up canceled
Fredbird surprises Heidi Sexton of Chatham, Il. at the Cardinals WInter Warm-up on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2014 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown St. Louis.
Harper, Nationals avoid arbitration with $13.6M deal for ’17
In this May 6, 2015, file photo, Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper watches the ball after hitting a second home run against the Miami Marlins during the third inning of their baseball game at Nationals Park in Washington. Harper, Chicago Cubs pitcher Jake Arrieta, New York Mets pitchers Matt Harvey and Jacob deGrom, and Baltimore third baseman Manny Machado were among 146 players eligible to exchange salary arbitration figures with their teams, though most were expected to reach agreements.
Orioles stars Machado, Britton reach deals at over $11M each
Orioles star infielder Manny Machado and ace closer Zach Britton have gotten hefty raises and will make more than $11 million each after reaching agreements on one-year deals. Both Baltimore players avoided salary arbitration with the moves Friday.
Ace Sonny Gray, catcher Stephen Vogt reach deals with A’s
Right-hander Sonny Gray has reached a $3,575,000, one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics to avoid arbitration. Gray entered 2016 with huge expectations as ace of the A’s staff then was scratched from his start opening day with food poisoning.
Frazier agrees to $12 million, 1-year deal with White Sox
Third baseman Todd Frazier has agreed to a $12 million, one-year contract with the White Sox after a mixed first season in Chicago. The deal Friday, which avoided salary arbitration, gives Frazier a substantial raise from the $7.5 million he earned last year.
Royals, Hosmer agree to $12.25M deal to avoid arbitration
The Royals and All-Star first baseman Eric Hosmer have agreed on a $12.25 million contract for next season, avoiding arbitration with a deal that could take him to free agency. General manager Dayton Moore has long been optimistic that the Royals will be able to sign their homegrown star to a long-term deal, but the price has risen considerably.
Shakib Al Hasan bounces back from wild Tim Southee throw to punish…
Bangladesh allrounder Shakib Al Hasan defied the pain in his ankle from a wild Tim Southee throw to reclaim the advantage for the tourists on day two of the first cricket test. A poor act from senior New Zealand paceman Southee, when he fired a throw back at Shakib and hit him a nasty blow on the left ankle, marred the first session as Bangladesh once again showed fight with the bat.
White Sox: Pros and Cons of Not Trading Jose Quintana Until July
White Sox still have chance to deal Jose Quintana before start of Spring Training. But if they held onto All-Star pitcher, would it be better than trading him this offseason? As Jose Quintana ‘s name continues to come up in trade rumors for the Chicago White Sox , a question needs to be asked.
D.C. mayor invites all 535 members of Congress for a drink – to toast David Rubenstein
At the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, on February 15, 2016. David M. Rubenstein, who made a gift of 18.5 million to renovate the monument, will be presented with a key to the city Thursday by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Joey Votto’s Best 2016 AB’s
It’s ‘We Love Joey Votto Week’ here at Red Reporter, and no such week would be complete without spending a little time watching Votto do what he does best – get on base . Votto has led the National League in OBP five of the past seven years, and finished second to Bryce Harper in 2015.
Counting Down the 100 Greatest Colorado Rockies: 95. Jason Hammel
Opening Day is April 3 against the Brewers and it can’t come soon enough. To help cope with the pain of a baseball free life, Rox Pile will be counting down the 100 greatest Colorado Rockies in franchise history.
Jansen, Dodgers finalize $80 million, 5-year contract
Kenley Jansen is coming back to close games for the Los Angeles Dodgers after finalizing an $80 million, five-year contract. The team announced the deal Tuesday with the 29-year-old free agent right-hander, who earned his first All-Star selection last year.
Orioles pitcher Chris Lee seeing things differently this year
Eduardo A. Encina reports on the first day of Orioles minicamp in Sarasota, Fla. Eduardo A. Encina reports on the first day of Orioles minicamp in Sarasota, Fla.
Astros’ Dallas Keuchel ‘feeling good’ early in offseason throwing
Houston Astros starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel stands in the dugout watching play against the Texas Rangers in the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, Sept. 2, 2016, in Arlington, Texas.
Why the Home Run Has Lost Its Luster on the MLB Free-Agent Market
That’s a decent payday, but it’s well below the four years and $92 million MLB Trade Rumors projected. found a home.
Red Sox: Will Eduardo Rodriguez make Opening Day roster?
Recent comments by Boston Red Sox president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggest Eduardo Rodriguez isn’t a lock for a rotation spot. Having a surplus of capable options to fill the starting rotation is a good problem for the Boston Red Sox to have, yet it’s not so great for the pitcher that gets left out.
Washington Nationals: Has Stephen Strasburg Fulfilled Prospect Potential?
We often think about prospect potential in the future, but what if we do it by looking in the past? Has former Washington Nationals number one pick Stephen Strasburg fulfilled his potential? Prospects fail all the time. Prospects out-perform expectations all the time.
The winning tradition of the Oakland A’s incoming rookies
In baseball, prospects will break your heart. Sometimes your team will pick and develop the right one, but more often you will be left disappointed when your supposed future star turns out to be a bench player – or even worse, flames out entirely and never puts on your uniform.
Park & Rec Report
Winter Activities Brochure was distributed in the The Journal and Retailer last week. Registration begins tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. Give the Gift of Life.
Chad Bettis now cancer-free, prepares for spring training
File – In this Monday, Sept. 5, 2016, file photo, Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Chad Bettis is shown in the team’s dugout in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Denver.
Mariners acquire Gallardo from Baltimore for Seth Smith
In this Sept. 15, 2016, file photo, Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo throws to a Tampa Bay Rays batter during the first inning of a baseball game in Baltimore.
White Sox claim OF Garcia; Coats DFA’d
The White Sox claimed outfielder Willy Garcia off waivers from the Pirates on Friday and designated outfielder Jason Coats for assignment. Garcia was designated for assignment by the Pirates on Dec. 31 after spending all season at Triple-A Indianapolis, where the 24-year-old hit .245 with 30 doubles, six home runs and 43 RBIs.
Blue Jays sign Floyd to minor-league deal
The Toronto Blue Jays signed veteran reliever Gavin Floyd to a minor-league contract Thursday with an invitation to big-league spring training. Floyd was 2-4 with a 4.06 earned-run average in 28 appearances for the Blue Jays last year.
Yankees’ Sanchez, Giants’ Cruz among Thurman Munson winners
Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez, Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz and Mets infielder Wilmer Flores will receive the Thurman Munson award. The former Yankees captain died in a plane crash in 1979 while practicing takeoffs and landings at an airport close to his home near Canton, Ohio.
Blue Jays Morning Brew: Prospects, Podcast, 2016 memories
It’s the first Monday morning of 2017, so as everyone arrives bright-eyed to work and thinks warmly of their holiday credit card bills, here are some Blue Jays stories to get you caught up and feeling fine. The first podcast of 2017 recaps the big stories from the holiday break – Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion.
Atlanta Braves: Why the rush to add a catcher?
Sep 27, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves catcher Tyler Flowers hits a three-run home run in the sixth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports The Atlanta Braves already have three catchers with big league experience and don’t expect to contend in 2017.