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1. Zebulon Happy To Join The Carolina League

With the dust clearing on the three-city shuffle, the Mudcats are bracing themselves for a rebirth in the Carolina League.

2. 2012 Seattle Mariners Top 10 Prospects

We rank Seattle's top prospects led by Jesus Montero.

3. 2012 Seattle Mariners Top 10 Prospects With Scouting Reports

The addition of Jesus Montero strengthened an already strong Mariners Top 10 Prospects list.

4. 2012's 32nd Team

Here are some scouting reports that didn't make the Prospect Handbook.

5. Prospect Chat: Jan. 26

JJ Cooper and John Manuel answered Prospect Handbook questions on Jan. 26.

6. Introducing BA Grades

Here's the story from the Baseball America Prospect Handbook explaining our new BA Grades and Risk Factors that are assigned to all 900 prospects in the handbook.

7. Prospect Handbook Change Makes The Grade

Baseball America Grades are one of the most significant changes to the Prospect Handbook since it debuted in 2001. We make changes to the book every year, from the modest, such as changing the statistical categories we list, to the more significant, such as adding minor league depth charts.

8. 2012 Oakland Athletics Top 10 Prospects Chat With Jim Shonerd

Jim Shonerd answered questions about A's prospects

9. Jenkins Gets Major Invitation

Tyrell Jenkins hasn't played above short-season ball, but will join his fellow Cardinals at major league spring training.

10. Adrianza Steadily Improving

Already known for his defense, Ehire Adrianza is showing potential with his bat as well.

11. Padres Avoid Position Controversy

Avoiding a controversy at first base, the Padres traded Anthony Rizzo to the Cubs after acquiring Yonder Alonso from the Reds.

12. Aumont Gets Back On Track

After bouncing back in 2011, Phillippe Aumont looks ahead to 2012.

13. Pirates Have Draft Adjustments To Make

Under the new CBA, the Pirates will need to make adjustments to their draft strategy with their being limits on spending.

14. Phils Deal Valdez To Reds For Roster Flexibility

The Phillies gained roster flexibility and the Reds picked up another utility infield option in a minor trade completed late on Jan. 25. Philadelphia sent versatile 33-year-old infielder Wilson Valdez to Cincinnati for Triple-A lefty reliever Jeremy Horst.

15. 2012 Oakland Athletics Top 10 Prospects

We rank Oakland's top prospects led by a raft of recent trade acquisitions.

16. 2012 Oakland Athletics Top 10 Prospects With Scouting Reports

A bevy of recent acquisitions beefed up the A's Top 10 Prospects list.

17. Preseason College Top 25 Chat

It's still January, but that's not too early to start chatting about college baseball.

18. On Talented Gators, Fontana's Drive Stands Out

Shortstop Nolan Fontana of top-ranked Florida learned the game from his big league grandfather and plays with the passion of a baseball lifer.

19. Preseason College Top 25

Florida is No. 1 in our preseason rankings.

20. Hutchison Soars Through Jays' System

As general manager Alex Anthopoulos watched Drew Hutchison pitch last summer, he was struck by what a big leap the righthander made since spring training.

21. Olt And Mendonca Try New Positions

Perhaps the deepest position in the Rangers farm system is third base, the same position that is likely to be anchored by Adrian Beltre for the next five seasons. For Mike Olt and Tommy Mendonca, power hitters at the hot corner, third base might become a thing of the past.

22. Rays Hire GCL Manager

When the Rays decided to hire a new manager for their Rookie-level Gulf Coast League team, they turned to an old name: Paul Hoover, who spent eight years as a catcher in their organization.

23. Peguero Still In Mariners' Plans

Carlos Peguero struggled with consistency last season, but that doesn't mean the Mariners aren't going to look at him again this spring.

24. New Grip Improves Ray's Changeup

In Robbie Ray's first foray into the full-season minor leagues, the biggest change he made was to his changeup.

25. 2012 Preseason College Top 25 Capsules

Florida's depth of talent stands out among the preseason College Top 25.

26. 2012 Texas Rangers Top 10 Prospects Chat With Matt Forman

Matt Forman chatted with subscribers about Rangers prospects.

27. Ask BA

Who's better, Yu Darvish or Michael Pineda? Does Jesus Montero's prospect stock change now that he has been traded from the Yankees to the Mariners? Who's the best bet to pan out among raw and toolsy White Sox outfielder prospects Jared Mitchell, Trayce Thompson and Keenyn Walker?

28. 2012 Texas Rangers Top 10 Prospects

Ranking Texas' top prospects led by Yu Darvish and Jurickson Profar.

29. 2012 Texas Rangers Top 10 Prospects With Scouting Reports

Scouting reports on Texas' best prospects, led by recent addition Yu Darvish.

30. Red Sox Pare Payroll, Deal Scutaro To Rockies

The Red Sox traded 36-year-old shortstop Marco Scutaro to the Rockies for righthander Clayton Mortensen, a 26-year-old groundball-oriented starter who has yet to establish himself in the big leagues.

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1. Tests on Dustin Richardson Found 5 Banned Substances

Dustin Richardson, a former Boston Red Sox reliever, was suspended this week for 50 games after a random drug test came up positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

2. Roundup: Milwaukee’s Braun Will Skip Team’s Fan Festival

Ryan Braun awaits a decision of his appeal of a 50-game suspension under baseball’s drug policy.

3. Bats: For Posada, an Emotional Farewell

News of Jorge Posada’s decision to call it quits after a stellar 17-year career had leaked out two weeks ago, so Tuesday’s event was not a surprise, but it was emotional nonetheless.

4. Bats: Tigers Make Free-Agency Splash, Sign Fielder

It’s a dramatic — and expensive — move, the Tigers have agreed to terms with Prince Fielder on a nine-year, $214 million contract.

5. Bats: Mets Look Back and Ahead

The annual fund-raising dinner to benefit the Baseball Assistance Team, a charity that aids former players in need, brought together a wide swath of personalities from the Mets' past and present.

6. Baseball Roundup: Lincecum and Giants Said to Have Agreed on a Two-Year, $40.5 Million Deal

Tim Lincecum, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, and San Francisco Giants reached verbal agreement on a contract Tuesday for two-years, $40.5 million, according to a club official.

7. Bill Mardo, Writer Who Pushed Baseball to Integrate, Dies at 88

Mr. Mardo campaigned against baseball’s color barrier as a sportswriter for the Communist Party newspaper The Daily Worker when the mainstream American media was largely silent on the subject.

8. On Baseball: Stocking Up for Title Run, the Tigers Buy in Bulk

Prince Fielder’s signing isn’t the first time the Tigers have opened their wallet to add a slugger who was outside their price range.

9. Chronicling a Catcher’s Final Ups and Downs

An online journal kept by one of Gary Carter’s daughters has poignantly and lovingly described the ex-Met’s battle with brain cancer.

10. Jorge Posada: 17 Seasons, 5 Titles and 1 Team

Flanked by his wife and children, with five World Series trophies sitting on a table to his right, the Yankees’ Jorge Posada announced his retirement Tuesday.

11. Fielder: Joining Tigers 'Kind of a Dream'

Prince Fielder was born in 1984, the last time Detroit won the World Series.

12. Sources: About 12 Groups Submit Dodgers Bids

About 12 groups submitted initial bids to buy the Los Angeles Dodgers from Frank McCourt, several people familiar with the process said Tuesday.

13. Prince Fielder Introduced by Detroit Tigers

Prince Fielder stood with a smile and recalled his earliest memories of old Tiger Stadium, when he would hang out at the ballpark where his father hit so many massive home runs.

14. Bats: Yankees Complete Deal With Kuroda

Hiroki Kuroda, a right-handed starter, wrapped up a one-year, $10 million deal, and reliever Boone Logan signed a one-year contract and avoided arbitration.

15. Bats: Prince Fielder Comes Home to Detroit and a $214 Million Contract

Prince Fielder's world came full-circle, as he officially became part of his favorite childhood team, the Detroit Tigers, with a nine-year, $214 million contract.

16. Bats: After Fielder Deal, Leyland Works on His Lineup

Prince Fielder will play first base and Miguel Cabrera will move to third next season for the Tigers, and manager Jim Leyland is already working on his projected lineup.

17. Bats: Franco Named to Mets Hall of Fame

The former closer John Franco, a Brooklyn native and childhood fan of the Mets, will become the 26th member of their Hall of Fame.

18. Sports of The Times: Mets’ Choo Choo Coleman, 50 Years Later

Choo Choo Coleman, a lithe little catcher in 1962 when the Mets were cute and cuddly, returned to New York with stories of the bad ol’ days.

19. On Baseball: For Prince Fielder, Vast Talent and Narrow Options

The productive and consistent Prince Fielder is still seeking a home in free agency, but his demands are murky and will probably have to be adjusted.

20. A Long-Awaited Win for Uganda

After being unable to take part in the Little League World Series, the Rev. John Foundation team from Kampala, Uganda, finally got to play against Canada in the Pearl of Africa series.

21. Puerto Rican Baseball League Struggles

Baseball in general seems to be on the decline in Puerto Rico.

22. Jorge Posada, a Career Yankee

The 40-year-old catcher is expected to retire after 17 seasons of pinstripes.

23. Lidge Signs One-Year Deal With Nationals

Reliever Brad Lidge signed a one-year deal with the Washington Nationals, the Major League Baseball team said on Thursday, hoping the right-hander can return to his All-Star form after a season disrupted by shoulder problems.

24. Orioles Sign Infielder Robert Andino to One-Year Deal

The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a one-year contract with Robert Andino, thus avoiding arbitration, following a breakout campaign by the infielder, the Major League Baseball team said on Wednesday.

25. Retired Manager La Russa to Manage NL All-Stars

Tony La Russa will become the second retired manager to lead an All-Star team next summer, joining Hall of Famer John McGraw.

26. AP Source: Fielder and Tigers Agree on 9-Year Deal

The Detroit Tigers responded to a jarring injury with an audacious move.

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1. Power Rankings: Fielder's Tigers send Hot Stove Season out in style

With the Hot Stove snuffed by the Tigers' signing of Prince Fielder, how do we keep warm? Spring training works. Or the midwinter Power Rankings, where Larry Dobrow explains why Detroit still Fielder-sized holes.

2. Fielder says 'dreams come true' as Tigers introduce him

Prince Fielder has been introduced by the Detroit Tigers, a team desperate to win its first World Series title since 1984.

3. Twins to retire ex-manager Tom Kelly's No. 10

The Minnesota Twins will retire former manager Tom Kelly's uniform number.

4. Red Sox confirm signing former Giant, 2010 NLCS MVP Ross

5. Indians add Wheeler to minors, invite reliever to camp

The Cleveland Indians agreed to terms with free-agent reliever Dan Wheeler on a minor-league contract.

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7. Yanks put Kuroda $10M deal to bed, agree with lefty Logan

The Yankees have finalized their $10 million, one-year contract with free-agent right-hander Hiroki Kuroda.

8. Dodgers' Kershaw wins Warren Spahn Award for best lefty pitcher

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw accepted the Warren Spahn Award on Thursday night as the best left-handed pitcher in baseball.

9. Gomes finalizes A's deal, says he's excited to join childhood team

The A's and Jonny Gomes finalized a $1 million, one-year contract Thursday after reaching a preliminary agreement last week. Gomes already has a nice fan base in the Bay Area. He grew up in nearby Petaluma, where he is loved.

10. Reds reach 2-year deal with reliever Arredondo

The Reds have reached agreement on a two-year deal with right-handed reliever Jose Arredondo, their last player left in salary arbitration.

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1. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Arizona Diamondbacks

Arizona went from worst to first in 2011, but will the breakthrough performances that sent them to the playoffs return in 2012? Scott White dives into the Diamondbacks in a Fantasy team outlook.

2. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Seattle Mariners

The Mariners are obviously in a rebuilding phase, but have they done enough to improve the worst offense in baseball? Al Melchior takes a closer look at Seattle in a Fantasy team outlook.

3. 2012 Draft Prep: Rotisserie strategies

If Rotisserie success is based solely on numbers, why not focus on the stats that matter instead of the names in the draft room? Scott White helps you capitalize on the subtleties of drafting for Roto formats.

4. Positional and pitching eligibility for 2012

Plenty of position players and pitchers with eligibility changes entering 2012. We've got the complete listings for multi-eligible players, starting and relief pitchers and more for your league setup.

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6. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates made great strides (for them) in 2011, so what does the 2012 campaign have in store for their fans and Fantasy owners? Our al Melchior puts Pittsburgh under the Fantasy microscope.

7. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Cleveland Indians

The Indians were a huge surprise a year ago, remaining in contention in the AL Central until September. What can they offer Fantasy owners in 2012? Our Scott White takes a close look.

8. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Philadelphia Phillies

The Phillies sure have plenty of big names in their lineup and rotation, but do they provide enough bang for the buck in Fantasy? Our Scott White breaks down the perennial NL East contenders.

9. 2012 Team-by-Team Fantasy Outlooks

Our Scott White and Al Melchior will break down every major league team for Fantasy owners leading up to Draft Day. We'll be sure to link up the teams as quickly as they can turn them around. Check back frequently for more outlooks!

10. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Toronto Blue Jays

Is Brandon Morrow on the brink of a breakout? Who is Henderson Alvarez and why should he matter to you on Draft Day? Our Scott White sizes up the 2012 Blue Jays for Fantasy owners.

11. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Kansas City Royals

Kansas City made progress in 2011, giving some of its top prospects a full shot at the big leagues. As our Al Melchior writes, the Royals might not win the division in 2012, but they can sure help Fantasy owners.

12. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: St. Louis Cardinals

The Cardinals were unlikely World Series champions in 2011, so what do they have in store for an encore? Our Al Melchior shares his Fantasy observations on the new-look Redbirds.

13. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: New York Mets

The Mets face a lot of question marks (Johan Santana and Jason Bay, to name a pair), but Fantasy owners can also look forward to up-and-coming talent taking big steps forward in 2012.

14. 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Minnesota Twins

The Twins have a long road in front of them. After having a rebuilding-type season in 2011, Minnesota is now in full-on rebuilding mode in 2012. What does that mean for your Fantasy team?

15. By the Numbers: Skill changers worth watching

Who improved in certain areas in 2011 and who might be able to sustain that improvement going forward? Al Melchior identifies a handful of players with positive skill indicators worth taking note of in his By the Numbers.

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17. Projections Snapshot: Pitchers on the move

It was moving day for a handful of pitchers of late and our Al Melchior takes a look at four hurlers whose new digs are going to have some real Fantasy implications in his final Projections Snapshot.

18. Highlighting top pitcher prospects for 2012

Projecting players is no easy task. Projecting pitching prospects, though, might be the most daunting. A lot of factors need to be discussed, and the unknowns are palpable. Scott White breaks down his top 25 pitching prospects for 2012.

19. Projections Snapshot: When to buy on Braun?

Ryan Braun's status for 2012 is certainly a fluid situation, but where does he stand in Fantasy if he's out for 50 games? Al Melchior dives into the issue and comes up with some interesting conclusions in his latest Projections Snapshot.

20. Highlighting top OF prospects for 2012

We all know Bryce Harper is the king of prospects, and we'll see how he does as he's expected to hit the majors at some point in 2012. But who else is out there? Scott White breaks down the top 20 outfield prospects you should have on your radar.

21. Projections Snapshot: Throwing out first pitch on projections

In his first look at pitchers, our Al Melchior highlights four hurlers who will likely be targeted as No. 3 or 4 starters, including the Rangers' reliever-turned-starter Neftali Feliz.

22. Top 300 overall for 2012

Our Scott White lays out an initial Top 300 overall list for owners looking to get a jump on Draft Day next spring.

23. Projections Snapshot: Hot corner not so hot?

The third base position has plenty of big names entering 2012, but are they all as good as they used to be? Our Al Melchior gives us a glimpse of what he's thinking in his latest Projections Snapshot.

24. Top 50 keepers for 2012

No two keeper leagues are the same, so identifying the right players to consider is always a challenge. Our Scott White provides 50 names you should think hard about this offseason, rergardless of format.

25. Highlighting top SS prospects for 2012

The shortstop position has been a challenge for many owners in recent seasons, but there is some elite talent in the pipeline. As Scott White writes, let's hope some of them remain shortstops going forward.

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27. Desert Report: Arizona's highs and lows

Players -- such as Bryce Harper -- were exaclty as good as you thought they would be. Others, well, they stil have some work ahead of them. Al Melchior wraps up the 2011 Arizona Fall League in his Desert Report.

28. Projections Snapshot: Finding the subtle differences

One of the biggest challenges on Draft Day is deciding which mid-level player is the one to pick first. That is magnified by a position with a limited number of upper-tier players like second base. Al Melchior's second 2012 Projections Snapshot shines a light on second basemen.

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1. Astros invite former All-Star Duke to camp

Astros invite former All-Star Duke to camp

2. Rays put finishing touches on Keppinger deal

Rays put finishing touches on Keppinger deal

3. The Wall: Phanatic stars on '30 Rock'

The Wall: Phanatic stars on '30 Rock'

4. Mets sign Tuiasosopo to Minors deal

Mets sign Tuiasosopo to Minors deal

5. Theriot, Giants agree on one-year contract

Theriot, Giants agree on one-year contract

6. Phillies ink Pierre to Minor League deal

Phillies ink Pierre to Minor League deal

7. Vitters eager to pounce on opportunity

Vitters eager to pounce on opportunity

8. Around the Horn: Cards' starting rotation

Around the Horn: Cards' starting rotation

9. With Fielder gone, Hart willing to play some first

With Fielder gone, Hart willing to play some first

10. Behind the scenes, scouts star for Angels

Behind the scenes, scouts star for Angels

11. Kershaw adds Spahn Award to trophy haul

Kershaw adds Spahn Award to trophy haul

12. Rangers broadcaster Nadel helps in community

Rangers broadcaster Nadel helps in community

13. Ballparks: Not just for baseball anymore

Ballparks: Not just for baseball anymore

14. Oswalt less of a risk than it might seem

Bauman: Oswalt less of a risk than it might seem

15. Aspiring umpires' paths start at Florida schools

Aspiring umpires' paths start at Florida schools

16. Prince deal shows Ilitch's desire to win

Castrovince: Prince deal shows Ilitch's desire to win

17. Valentine satisfied with deep stable of arms

Valentine satisfied with deep stable of arms

18. Twins to retire Kelly's No. 10 this season

Twins to retire Kelly's No. 10 this season

19. White joins independent league in KC

White joins independent league in KC

20. Eager Youk plots early start to Spring Training

Eager Youk plots early start to Spring Training

21. Nationals have a hard-nosed warrior in Lidge

Justice: Nats have a hard-nosed warrior in Lidge

22. Hype surrounds first day of Reds Caravan

Hype surrounds first day of Reds Caravan

23. Leyland eyes three-four combo of Miggy, Prince

Leyland eyes three-four combo of Miggy, Prince

24. Indians kick off 'Tribe on Tour' event at mall

Indians kick off 'Tribe on Tour' event at mall

25. Indians place Carmona on restricted list

Indians place Carmona on restricted list

26. Patient Sandberg hopeful promotion in his future

Patient Sandberg hopeful promotion in his future

27. Seattle gets first look at Montero

Seattle gets first look at Montero

28. Fielder deal adds to history linking Boras, Tigers

Fielder deal adds to history linking Boras, Tigers

29. Arredondo agrees to two-year deal with Reds

Arredondo agrees to two-year deal with Reds

30. Zduriencik knows Mariners face challenge

Zduriencik knows Mariners face challenge

31. Hundley has rewarding experience Down Under

Hundley has rewarding experience Down Under

32. Wedge weighing non-leadoff options for Ichiro

Wedge weighing non-leadoff options for Ichiro

33. Start your engines: Prince arrives in Motown

Start your engines: Prince arrives in Motown

34. Finishing touches may remain for Rangers

Finishing touches may remain for Rangers

35. Tribe inks veteran Wheeler to Minors contract

Tribe inks veteran Wheeler to Minors contract

36. Minors free agents Roe, Borges suspended

Minors free agents Roe, Borges suspended

37. Corpas outrighted to make room for Wood

Corpas outrighted to make room for Wood

38. Sturdier Gutierrez appears ready to impress

Sturdier Gutierrez appears ready to impress

39. Kuroda officially in the fold with one-year deal

Kuroda officially in the fold with one-year deal

40. Beckham feeling good heading into new year

Beckham feeling good heading into new year

41. No hearings for Yanks as Logan agrees to pact

No hearings for Yanks as Logan agrees to pact

42. Carter an all-time great, on and off the field

Spencer: 'Kid Sunshine' Carter an all-time great

43. Nats bring Lidge on board with one-year deal

Nats bring Lidge on board with one-year deal

44. AT&T Park to host soccer double dip in March

AT&T Park to host soccer double dip in March

45. Franco to be inducted into Mets Hall of Fame

Franco to be inducted into Mets Hall of Fame

46. Flannery to hold another concert for Stow

Flannery to hold another concert for Stow

47. Phillips not worried about contract situation

Phillips not worried about contract situation

48. Castellini: Reds will try to sign Votto

Castellini: Reds will try to sign Votto

49. Boston's new regime faces tough challenge

Bodley: Lot of unanswered questions in Boston

50. DH gives AL advantage in luring stars from NL

Gammons: DH gives AL advantage in luring stars

51. Urban Invitational to feature Academy alums

Urban Invitational to feature Academy alums

52. Yanks' system has host of promising backstops

Yanks' system has host of promising backstops

53. MLB Notebook: Panda in elite company

MLB Notebook: Panda in elite company

54. Prince provided Milwaukee many memories

Prince provided Milwaukee many memories

55. Shift to third will be challenging for three stars

Gonzalez: Shift to third will challenge three stars

56. Hot Stove MLBlog: News, notes and analysis

Hot Stove MLBlog: News, notes and analysis

57. Reds said to have deal with lefty Francis

Reds said to have deal with lefty Francis

58. Breaking down MLB.com's Top 100 Prospects

Breaking down MLB.com's Top 100 Prospects

59. Urban Youth Academy alumni set to take field

Urban Youth Academy alumni set to take field

60. In DC, new National Gio feels at home

In DC, new National Gio feels at home

61. Prince's route to Detroit was anything but direct

Prince's route to Detroit was anything but direct

62. Cuban prospect Cespedes declared free agent

Cuban prospect Cespedes declared free agent

63. Numerous bids are in for sale of Dodgers

Numerous bids are in for sale of Dodgers

64. Hot Stove Tracker | Spring Training report dates

Hot Stove Tracker | Spring Training report dates

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1. Twins to retire former manager Kelly's number

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins will retire former manager Tom Kelly's uniform number.

2. Phillies sign speedy Pierre to minor league deal

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Outfielder Juan Pierre has agreed to a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.

3. Giants reach agreement with veteran IF Theriot

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The Giants have reached agreement on a $1.25 million, one-year contract with utility infielder Ryan Theriot to give them depth at shortstop and second base.

4. Man who must make Cabrera move work

You have to admire the gusto of 82-year-old Tigers owner Mike Ilitch. When Ilitch wasn't happy with patchwork contingency plans about replacing Victor Martinez, he said he turned to GM Dave Dombrowski and said, "You know, I think we should go after Prince."

5. Joe Sheehan: Moving Cabrera to third base is a noble, but futile, experiment

It's good that everyone involved is on board with moving Miguel Cabrera to third base to make room for Prince Fielder but that doesn't mean it's a good idea, writes Joe Sheehan.

6. Giants give right-hander Hensley one-year deal

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Free-agent right-hander Clay Hensley and the San Francisco Giants have reached agreement on a $750,000, one-year contract.

7. Dodgers' Kershaw earns Warren Spahn Award

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw accepted the Warren Spahn Award on Thursday night as the best left-handed pitcher in baseball.

8. Reds reach 2-year deal with reliever Arredondo

CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Reds have reached agreement on a two-year deal with right-handed reliever Jose Arredondo, their last player left in salary arbitration.

9. Red Sox ink former NLCS MVP to one-year deal

BOSTON (AP) -- The Boston Red Sox on Thursday confirmed the signing of outfielder Cody Ross to a one-year contract and said right-hander Scott Atchison was designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.

10. Fielder calls return to Detroit 'dream come true'

NEW YORK (AP) -- Prince Fielder will start making the big bucks right away with the Detroit Tigers.

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1. Phils give OF Pierre minor league deal (AP)

Outfielder Juan Pierre has agreed to a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. The 34-year-old hit .279 with two homers, 50 RBIs and 27 steals for the Chicago White Sox last season, starting 152 games in left field. The left-handed batter hit .329 against lefties Pierre leads active players with 554 steals.

2. Giants, INF Theriot agree to 1-year deal (AP)

The Giants have reached agreement on a $1.25 million, one-year contract with utility infielder Ryan Theriot to give them depth at shortstop and second base. San Francisco said Friday the deal is non-guaranteed and is pending a physical next week. Theriot, 32, batted .271 with one home run and 47 RBIs in 132 games for the World Series champion St.

3. Twins to retire Tom Kelly's number (AP)

The Minnesota Twins will retire former manager Tom Kelly's uniform number. President Dave St. Peter revealed the decision late Thursday at an annual awards banquet at Target Field, where the 61-year-old Kelly became emotional after the announcement. Kelly's No. 10 will be formally retired during a ceremony before a game against Cleveland on Sept.

4. Fielder on Tigers deal: Dreams come true (AP)

Prince Fielder was born in 1984, the last time Detroit won the World Series. After luring Fielder to Michigan with the fourth-largest contract in baseball history, the Tigers are hoping he will help usher in a new championship era for the Motor City. "This is awesome," Fielder said Thursday after finalizing a $214 million, nine-year deal with Detroit.

5. Lidge, Nationals agree to 1-year deal (AP)

Free-agent reliever Brad Lidge has agreed to a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals. Last season, the right-hander only threw 19 1-3 innings for the Philadelphia Phillies, going 0-2 with a 1.40 ERA and one save. He didn't pitch until late July because of elbow and shoulder problems in his right arm.

6. Carmona placed on MLB's restricted list (AP)

The Indians made a move with the pitcher they've only known for the last 11-plus years as Fausto Carmona. Arrested last week in the Dominican Republic on false identity charges, Carmona was placed on baseball's restricted list Thursday by the club. The Indians had to apply to the commissioner's office in order to have Carmona placed on the list due to his unusual legal entanglement.

7. Dodgers LHP Kershaw accepts Spahn award (AP)

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw accepted the Warren Spahn Award on Thursday night as the best left-handed pitcher in baseball. "It's the biggest trophy I've ever gotten," Kershaw said, laughing. "I don't know if I'll be able to carry it on the plane." Kershaw, the National League Cy Young winner, led the NL with a 21-5 record, 248 strikeouts and a...

8. Young players to again lead Mariners (AP)

Seattle general manager Jack Zduriencik remains extremely optimistic about the bounty of young talent the Mariners possess. He also knows the abundance of youth means another challenging season lies ahead in the Pacific Northwest. "I think we have some very talented young kids. I think this is going to be a challenging year at the big league level for us.

9. Ichiro to be dropped from leadoff spot? (AP)

Ichiro Suzuki might begin his final guaranteed season with the Seattle Mariners somewhere other than the leadoff spot that he's locked down for the past decade. Seattle manager Eric Wedge said Thursday during the Mariners' pre-spring training luncheon that he's leaning toward moving Suzuki out of the leadoff spot as a way to try to bolster the Mariners' anemic offense.

10. Red Sox confirm signing of OF Ross (AP)

The Boston Red Sox on Thursday confirmed the signing of outfielder Cody Ross to a one-year contract and said right-hander Scott Atchison was designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. The $3 million deal for Ross was first reported on Monday, when he told The Associated Press in a text message he still needed to take a physical.

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1. Crasnick: Seattle's road to recovery

M's didn't land a Prince, but they've got a plan -- and they're going to stay the course

2. Tigers introduce their $214 million man Fielder

Prince Fielder stood with a smile and recalled his earliest memories of old Tiger Stadium, when he would hang out at the ballpark where his father hit so many massive home runs.

3. Mariners might move Ichiro out of leadoff spot

Ichiro Suzuki might begin his final guaranteed season with the Seattle Mariners somewhere other than the leadoff spot that he's locked down for the past decade.

4. Twins plan to retire ex-manager Kelly's No. 10

The Minnesota Twins will retire former manager Tom Kelly's uniform number.

5. Healthy Youkilis talks Bobby V, 'witch hunt'

Boston Red Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis weighed in on his health, new manager Bobby Valentine, and the "witch hunt" following the infamous September collapse.

6. Theriot, Giants agree to one-year, $1.25M deal

The Giants have reached agreement on a $1.25 million, one-year contract with utility infielder Ryan Theriot to give them depth at shortstop and second base.

7. Phillies, OF Pierre agree to minor league deal

Outfielder Juan Pierre has agreed to a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.

8. Nationals sign reliever Lidge to one-year deal

Brad Lidge signed a one-year deal with the Washington Nationals on Thursday.

9. Dodgers ace Kershaw receives Spahn Award

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw accepted the Warren Spahn Award on Thursday night as the best left-handed pitcher in baseball.

10. Mets could have largest payroll dropoff ever

The Mets could be looking at the record for trimming the most payroll from one season to the next.

11. Source: Reds agree with veteran lefty Francis

The Reds have agreed with free agent pitcher Jeff Francis on a minor league deal that includes an invitation to major league spring training camp, a baseball source said.

12. Athletics, outfielder Gomes agree on contract

Jonny Gomes takes pride in his versatility. He can play the corner outfield, and he's an experienced designated hitter.

13. Source: Giants give righty Hensley 1-year deal

The San Francisco Giants have reached agreement on a one-year major league deal with relief pitcher Clay Hensley, according to a baseball source.

14. Reds reach two-year deal with RHP Arredondo

The Reds have reached agreement on a two-year deal with right-handed reliever Jose Arredondo, their last player left in salary arbitration.

15. Wheeler, Indians agree on minor league deal

The Cleveland Indians agreed to terms with free agent reliever Dan Wheeler on a minor league contract.,

16. Brewers: Braun won't be at team's fan event

Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio announced Wednesday that outfielder Ryan Braun, who is facing a 50-game suspension for a positive drug test, will not take part in the team's fan event this weekend.

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