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Philadelphia sent Greg Golson, its first-round pick (21st overall) in 2004, to Texas for John Mayberry Jr., the Rangers' first-rounder (19th overall) in 2005. Both players are on their new clubs' 40-man rosters, making them exempt from December's Rule 5 draft.

Prosecutors ask judge to unseal BALCO files

by Associated Press at 17:51 PM, 11/21/2008

Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to unseal thousands of pages of grand jury transcripts and other documents from the government's BALCO steroids investigation.

Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to unseal thousands of pages of grand jury transcripts and other documents from the government's BALCO steroids investigation.

Former All-Star Raines to manage Newark Bears

by Associated Press at 17:24 PM, 11/21/2008

Former major league All-Star Tim Raines signed a two-year contract to manage the Newark Bears of the Atlantic League.

A's hitting coach may join Seattle's staff

by Mychael Urban at 16:55 PM, 11/21/2008

The A's on Wednesday lost their bench coach when Don Wakamatsu was named the new manager of the Seattle Mariners, and it appears they will lose another member of the coaching staff to their American League West rivals.

Crosby in dark about future with A's

by Mychael Urban at 16:07 PM, 11/21/2008

With the A's apparently ramping up their pursuit of free-agent shortstop Rafael Furcal, Bobby Crosby is in the strange position of being under contract with a team that's actively looking to replace him.

Renteria's rep negotiating with Giants

by Chris Haft at 15:56 PM, 11/21/2008

The plot thickened slightly Friday in the Giants' search for a free-agent infielder, as Jeff Lane, the representative for shortstop Edgar Renteria, said that club management and his client have exchanged contract proposals.

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Judge removes hurdle in Marlins' ballpark proposal

by Associated Press at 15:46 PM, 11/21/2008

The Florida Marlins moved closer to getting their new downtown ballpark when a judge rejected the last piece of a lawsuit challenging the project.

MLB hears how to lessen number of broken bats

by Associated Press at 15:42 PM, 11/21/2008

Experts presented recommendations to baseball Friday that they hope will decrease the frequency of broken bats in major league games.

Charges dropped vs. Koby Clemens

by Nick Zaccardi at 15:31 PM, 11/21/2008

Koby Clemens, son of former star pitcher Rogers Clemens, along with fellow Astros prospect Mark Ori, had disorderly conduct charges against them dropped Friday.

A key legal obstacle was removed Friday for a new downtown Florida Marlins stadium, and the team will now determine whether the ballpark can open for the 2011 season. Marlins president David Samson said the months of delay caused by a lawsuit challenging the ballpark's financing package might push the completion date to 2012.

Florida and Southern California lead the way in early recruiting, signing the most players in BA's prep top 100.

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Experts presented undisclosed recommendations to Major League Baseball on Friday that they hope will decrease the frequency of broken bats in games.

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Disorderly conduct charges against Roger Clemens' son and another minor league teammate have been dropped nearly three months after a restaurant disturbance.

Brewers waiting on word from Sabathia

by Adam McCalvy at 14:36 PM, 11/21/2008

Brewers general manager Doug Melvin refuted any notion that he's growing frustrated, even after another week passed by with no response from CC Sabathia's representatives.

Disorderly conduct charges against Roger Clemens' son and another minor league teammate have been dropped nearly three months after a restaurant disturbance. Salem Commonwealth's Attorney Thomas E. Bowers said in a news release Friday that he dropped the charges against Koby Clemens and Mark Ori. An assault and battery charge against a third player, Jimmy Goethals, is set for a court hearing Dec.

D-backs court infielder Vazquez

by Mike Scarr at 14:22 PM, 11/21/2008

The Diamondbacks have made a contract offer to free agent infielder Ramon Vazquez with an eye toward the impending vacancy at second base. The 32-year-old has further experience at third base and shortstop, and would also supply a valuable utility role.

Cards continue talks with lefty Miller

by Dick Kaegel at 14:12 PM, 11/21/2008

Lefty reliever Trever Miller had a physical examination in St. Louis on Thursday, but no agreement has been reached between Miller and the Cardinals.

Maple bats recommendations presented

at 13:42 PM, 11/21/2008

Experts presented recommendations to baseball Friday that they hope will decrease the frequency of broken bats in major league games.

Two top Cuban players likely to miss 2009 WBC

by Associated Press at 13:38 PM, 11/21/2008

Ace pitcher Yadel Marti and star outfielder Yasser Gomez have been thrown off Cuba's top league team for "a grave act of indiscipline," likely ending their hopes of playing in the 2009 World Baseball Classic.

Reds could bring back Weathers

by Mark Sheldon at 13:25 PM, 11/21/2008

Don't count David Weathers out from the Reds yet. Weathers, a veteran right-handed reliever, recently said he had "flipped the page" about pitching again in Cincinnati. However, the Reds and the pitcher's agent still have communication lines open.

Tigers remain in holding pattern at short

by Jason Beck at 13:24 PM, 11/21/2008

The possibility of the Tigers acquiring Julio Lugo from the Red Sox appears far from dead, but it hasn't advanced toward a deal, either. At this point, it's one of Detroit's options as its search for a shortstop likely continues on until Thanksgiving and beyond.

Patience becoming a virtue for Bourn

by Nick Zaccardi at 13:18 PM, 11/21/2008

Astros speedster Michael Bourn, who struggled to reach base consistently last season, is showing an improved batting eye in the Dominican Winter League.

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Indians moving slow with free agents

by Anthony Castrovince at 12:59 PM, 11/21/2008

In setting their 40-man roster in advance of the Rule 5 Draft, the Indians left one spot open for a potential acquisition through trade or free agency. But they know they're going to need more than that.

It may be in just a few days, it may take weeks. But the inevitable truth is that CC Sabathia is going to become the 17th player in the history of Major League Baseball to sign a multi-year contract in excess of $100 million. And depending on how the dominoes fall, Mark Teixeira and Manny Ramirez (for a second time) could be close behind him.

Ace pitcher Yadel Marti and star outfielder Yasser Gomez have been thrown off Cuba's top league team for 'a grave act of indiscipline,' likely ending their hopes of playing in the 2009 World Baseball Classic.

Marti, Gomez off Cuban league team (AP)

at 12:34 PM, 11/21/2008

Ace pitcher Yadel Marti and star outfielder Yasser Gomez have been thrown off Cuba's top league team for "a grave act of indiscipline," likely ending their hopes of playing in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. The one-sentence announcement Friday in the Communist Party newspaper Granma offered no details on why Marti, picked to the all-tournament team at the 2006 WBC, and Gomez, a former Olympian,...

Mussina's career topic of Hall debate

by Bryan Hoch at 12:22 PM, 11/21/2008

With Mike Mussina's announcement of retirement comes the inevitable question of whether the veteran will be voted into the Hall of Fame. Having proven himself as a 20-game winner for the first and only time, the right-hander now has five years for his performance to convince voters that he is deserving of enshrinement in Cooperstown.

Phillies, Rangers swap former first-round picks

by Associated Press at 12:05 PM, 11/21/2008

The Philadelphia Phillies trade outfielder Greg Golson to the Texas Rangers for outfielder John Mayberry.

Matsuzaka will pitch in WBC

at 11:29 AM, 11/21/2008

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Guzman off to a solid start in winter ball

by Carrie Muskat at 11:17 AM, 11/21/2008

Right-hander Angel Guzman, who appeared in six games with the Cubs last season, has looked strong through his first five starts in Venezuela.

Former major league All-Star Tim Raines signed a two-year contract to manage the Newark Bears of the Atlantic League.

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Tim Raines to manage Newark Bears (AP)

at 11:05 AM, 11/21/2008

Former major league All-Star Tim Raines signed a two-year contract to manage the Newark Bears of the Atlantic League. "I'm thrilled at the opportunity to manage the Newark Bears in the greatest sports region in the country," Raines said. "Newark is rich in baseball tradition, with legends like Yogi Berra, Monte Irvin and Ricky Henderson once calling the city home." Raines joins the Bears from the...

White Sox sign Cuban teen to major league deal

by Enrique Rojas at 11:03 AM, 11/21/2008

The Chicago White Sox agreed on a major league contract with Dayan Viciedo, regarded as Cuba's best teen talent, his agent Jaime Torres said.

The Chicago White Sox have reached a tentative agreement with young Cuban star Dayan Viciedo.

The White Sox have reached a tentative agreement with young Cuban star Dayan Viciedo. The 19-year-old infielder/outfielder must pass a physical for the contract to be finalized, according to the player's agent, Jaime Torres. "He has agreed to a deal and is flying to Chicago," Torres said Friday. The contract was reported earlier by the Chicago Sun-Times and Chicago Tribune.

Raines signs on to manage Bears

at 10:34 AM, 11/21/2008

Former All-Star Tim Raines has signed a two-year contract to manage the Newark Bears of the independent Atlantic League.

Market booming for lefty relievers

by Tom Singer at 10:15 AM, 11/21/2008

So far this offseason, the most highly-coveted prize has been left-handed relievers, who make up half of the signings so far. It underscores the importance of lefty specialists while illuminating an emerging market.

New stadium clears last legal hurdle

by Alden Gonzalez at 10:10 AM, 11/21/2008

It may have been just a formality, but the Marlins appear to have cleared their last legal hurdle for a new stadium. On Friday in Miami-Dade Court, Circuit Judge Jeri Beth Cohen signed an order saying that a voter referendum was not required for the 37,000-seat stadium's financing plan.

Bullpen role paves Shell's path to bigs

by Alden Gonzalez at 09:58 AM, 11/21/2008

When Steven Shell signed with the Nationals as a Minor League free agent in 2008, and manager Manny Acta told him he'd be better suited as a reliever, Shell never flinched. And as a result, he finally made it to the Majors after seven years in the Minors.

The Florida Marlins moved closer to getting their new downtown ballpark when a judge rejected the last piece of a lawsuit challenging the project.

Democracy, dynasty in AFL title game

by Jonathan Mayo at 09:14 AM, 11/21/2008

The Mesa Solar Sox, who voted to decide Saturday's lineup, and the four-time defending-champion Phoenix Desert Dogs face off in the Arizona Fall League Championship Game on Saturday at 2:35 p.m. MST.

Yankee Stadium nearing completion

by Barry M. Bloom at 09:07 AM, 11/21/2008

By the time March rolls around toward another baseball season, the new Yankee Stadium north of 161st will be ready to open, while the old ballpark just to the south may be coming down girder by girder. The Yankees turn over the old Yankee Stadium to the city of New York on March 1 and by the end of that month demolition could begin.

Stone: Mariners put their hopes in new leadership

by Larry Stone at 09:05 AM, 11/21/2008

With a new general manager and manager now in place in Seattle, a tall task awaits a Mariners team that finished 39 games out of first place in 2008.

Cardinals outright Parisi to Minors

by Dick Kaegel at 08:31 AM, 11/21/2008

The Cardinals outrighted right-handed pitcher Mike Parisi to Triple-A Memphis, reducing their 40-man roster to 36.

Mackanin named Phils' bench coach

by Ken Mandel at 08:18 AM, 11/21/2008

Former Major League manager Pete Mackanin has been named bench coach, replacing Jimy Williams and rounding out Phillies manager Charlie Manuel's coaching staff for the 2009 season.

Sarfate coming on strong after surgery

by Spencer Fordin at 08:12 AM, 11/21/2008

You'll have to pardon Dennis Sarfate for noticing the simple things. The reliever, who's seven weeks removed from surgery to repair a fracture in his right clavicle, said recently that his return to health is going about as well as he could expect.

Van Benschoten parts ways with Bucs

by Jenifer Langosch at 08:01 AM, 11/21/2008

After many attempts to stick with the Pirates' Major League club, John Van Benschoten has decided to make his next attempt at the big leagues elsewhere.

Steinbrenner: Yanks' Sabathia offer has time limit

by Associated Press at 07:44 AM, 11/21/2008

CC Sabathia will have a deadline to accept the Yankees' contract proposal.

Canada ready for redemption in '09

by Jenifer Langosch at 07:19 AM, 11/21/2008

Team Canada went from an improbable victor to an unlucky outsider in the span of 24 hours during the 2006 World Baseball Classic. That leaves 2009 as the chance to finish a task left undone.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka is ready to help Japan defend its title at the 2009 World Baseball Classic.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka is ready to help Japan defend its title at the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Matsuzaka, the MVP of the 2006 tournament, said Thursday he will start preparing for the WBC in December. "I'll accept the offer if I'm asked to play," Matsuzaka said. "I'll pick up the pace of my training in December so that I won't have to scramble at the last minute." The...

Yanks' offer to CC won't last forever

by Bryan Hoch at 06:10 AM, 11/21/2008

CC Sabathia has had a week to consider accepting the Yankees' offer to become baseball's richest pitcher ever. Hal Steinbrenner wants the free-agent left-hander to know that he's on the clock.

Matsuzaka says he'll play in World Baseball Classic

by Associated Press at 06:03 AM, 11/21/2008

Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka is ready to help Japan defend its title at the 2009 World Baseball Classic.

Jays could offer Burnett long-term deal

by Jordan Bastian at 06:00 AM, 11/21/2008

The Blue Jays aren't going to have the ability to outspend their competitors in the race to sign free-agent right-hander A.J. Burnett, but there is a chance that the club might be willing to offer a five-year pact in an attempt to convince the pitcher to stay in Toronto.

Dice-K prepared to pitch in Classic

by Ian Browne at 05:26 AM, 11/21/2008

Daisuke Matsuzaka, the Most Valuable Player of the inaugural World Baseball Classic in 2006, says that he is ready to help Japan defend its title.

'Tough act to follow': Hal officially running Yanks

by Associated Press at 00:51 AM, 11/21/2008

Major League Baseball owners have approved the shift of control of the New York Yankees from George Steinbrenner to his son, Hal.

Teixeira could have his pick of offers

by Mike Scarr at 21:42 PM, 11/20/2008

With as many as six teams reportedly in the hunt, Mark Teixeira should have his pick of offers in the next few weeks, and he would rather have sugar plums and not option years dancing in his head this holiday season.

Schilling staying busy, weighing options

by Ian Browne at 19:15 PM, 11/20/2008

On his own blog in August, Curt Schilling wrote that "the pendulum is swinging very heavily in the direction of it just being over." But three months later, he doesn't sound like a man who has thrown his last pitch. He has long made it clear that his days of pitching a full season are over, but he could be open to pitching a half-season in 2009.

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Giants heighten interest in Hudson

by Chris Haft at 18:30 PM, 11/20/2008

The Giants' pursuit of free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson, previously considered casual, is apparently serious.

Heilman seeks spot in rotation

by Marty Noble at 17:53 PM, 11/20/2008

Aaron Heilman wants out of the 'pen and into the rotation, or, if that can't be arranged, out of the Mets. His either-or preference has been communicated to the club with the underlying hope that his assignment, not his team affiliation, will be changed.

Rangers, Phils swap former top picks

by T.R. Sullivan at 17:28 PM, 11/20/2008

The Rangers traded offensive-power potential for speed and defensive potential in a swap of former No. 1 Draft picks with the Phillies on Thursday.

CC Sabathia will have a deadline to accept the New York Yankees' contract proposal. "We've made him an offer. It's not going to be there forever," Hal Steinbrenner said Thursday after he was approved as the team's new controlling owner during a meeting at Major League Baseball headquarters. New York offered a six-year contract to the pitcher last Friday, the first day teams were allowed to start...

Utley to have hip surgery, could be out until June

by Jayson Stark at 16:20 PM, 11/20/2008

The Phillies announced Thursday that second baseman Chase Utley will need right hip surgery that potentially could keep him out until the first week of June.

In this Oct. 21, 2008 photo, Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley loosens up during the team's practice at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla.  Utley, who anchored the middle of the lineup for the World Series champion Phillies, will have surgery and may not be ready for the start of the 2009 regular season.

Three-time All-Star Chase Utley, who anchored the middle of the lineup for the World Series champion Phillies, will have surgery and may not be ready for the start of the 2009 regular season. Utley will have surgery next week to repair any bone or cartilage damage he may have in his right hip. He will be able to begin baseball activity in three to four months.


Mike Mussina took a secret to the ballpark every day this season. Maybe that's why he was so successful on the mound, so jovial in the clubhouse. From Day One of spring training, he knew this was his final year -- even if it meant giving up bids for 300 wins, a World Series ring and a better shot at the Hall of Fame.

Time will tell economy's effect on game

at 16:15 PM, 11/20/2008

If ever there was a time to send a strong message to Major League owners about financial restraint, this was it, with club brass assembled for the second day of their quarterly meetings in New York. Bud Selig was ready, bringing along former Fed chief and renowned economist Paul Volcker to speak.

Agent: White Sox, Viciedo reach deal

by Kelly Thesier at 16:08 PM, 11/20/2008

Jaime Torres, the agent of 19-year-old third baseman Dayan Viciedo, told MLB.com on Thursday night that his client and the White Sox have reached an agreement on a contract, pending a physical.

Jon Paul Morosi chatted about the Tigers farm system.

The former Devil Ray slugger returned to relevance with a bounceback campaign that deserved a lot more attention.

An old friend pops back in with news from across the great blue sea, with NPB news for you and me.

Selig: MLB to ban shortened postseason games

by Associated Press at 15:55 PM, 11/20/2008

There has never been a rain-shortened game in the postseason, and now there never will be. Baseball commissioner Bud Selig announced the sport will enact a rules change stating that postseason games cannot be shortened because of bad weather.

Tribe keeping tabs on Blake

by Anthony Castrovince at 15:55 PM, 11/20/2008

The Indians have asked to be kept in the loop with regard to Casey Blake, but no deal appears imminent for the free-agent third basemen with any club.

Mike Mussina calls it quits after 18 seasons and 270 wins. His numbers don't blow you away, but considering the era and division he pitched in, Moose has a good shot at being enshrined in Cooperstown, Scott Miller says.

CC sweepstakes buck economic news

at 15:31 PM, 11/20/2008

It's possible that after the big-ticket pitchers are signed, fiscal restraint will be the order of the day and free agents, as well as agents for the free agents, will all leave the bargaining table in deep disappointment. But for the moment, this is still a bull market for pitchers.

Braves to play Classic teams in spring

by Alden Gonzalez at 14:38 PM, 11/20/2008

The Braves announced their 2009 Spring Training schedule on Thursday, and it includes games against Panama and Venezuela.

Miller to Cardinals not a done deal

by Dick Kaegel at 13:57 PM, 11/20/2008

While the Cardinals continue to negotiate with veteran Trever Miller, the club is not expected to come to terms with the lefty specialist on Thursday.

Volcker talks economics with owners

by Barry M. Bloom at 13:42 PM, 11/20/2008

Paul Volcker, the chairman of the Federal Reserve under two presidents -- Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan -- and a leading advisor to baseball in the past, talked about the economy with owners on Thursday.

Mussina announces his retirement

by Bryan Hoch at 13:22 PM, 11/20/2008

Mike Mussina followed through on his plans on Thursday, officially announcing his retirement from Major League Baseball.

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Utley to undergo hip surgery next week

by Ken Mandel at 13:00 PM, 11/20/2008

Chase Utley will have right hip surgery next week, a prodecure that could threaten his availability for Opening Day.

Rule 5 full of history at the winter meetings

Control of Yankees shifts to son Hal

by Barry M. Bloom at 11:38 AM, 11/20/2008

Major League Baseball owners approved Hal Steinbrenner as control person of the Yankees as the last quarterly owners meetings of the year concluded.

Nine innings in playoff games ensured

by Anthony DiComo at 11:29 AM, 11/20/2008

All of Major League Baseball's future playoff games will be a minimum of nine innings, Commissioner Bud Selig announced on Thursday, in accordance with a rule change approved at the MLB owners meetings.

Report: Mets' Heilman wants starting spot or trade

by ESPN.com news services at 11:24 AM, 11/20/2008

Aaron Heilman, who had more than 20 starts for the Mets before moving to the bullpen in 2006, wants to get back into the starting rotation.

We hear more bad news about the economy every day. So Danny Knobler wonders if business as usual -- ticket price increases and $20-million-per-year player contracts -- is the best course for baseball right now.

A rundown of who are Detroit's top 10 prospects.

Scouting reports for Detroit's best prospects.

Report: Cards to add ex-Rays lefty Miller to 'pen

by ESPN.com news services at 07:50 AM, 11/20/2008

Pending a physical, the Cardinals are poised to sign left-handed reliever Trever Miller, who pitched in the American League-champion Tampa Bay Rays' bullpen last season, sources told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Bidders for the Chicago Cubs have until Dec. 1 to submit offers, Major League Baseball said Wednesday after a meeting of its ownership committee. Bob DuPuy, baseball's chief operating officer, said representatives of four bidders have met in New York in recent weeks with officials from the commissioner's office, MLB's Internet company and the sport's new television network.

Red Sox deal Crisp to Royals for reliever Ramirez

by Associated Press at 16:23 PM, 11/19/2008

Boston has agreed to send center fielder Coco Crisp to the Royals in exchange for right-handed reliever Ramon Ramirez.

The Fish system is burgeoning with young talent moving up to exploit the organization`s budget-conscious revolving doors.

There is plenty of sense and sensibility to be found in recent dealings, as teams continue to make adjustments in preparation for the Winter Meetings.

Ben Badler chatted about the Indians farm system.

In their second offseason trade for an established big leaguer, the Royals acquired center fielder Coco Crisp from the Red Sox for righthanded reliever Ramon Ramirez.

Trades were the topic of the day in our weekly ESPN.com chat on Nov. 19.

Scouting reports for Cleveland's best prospects.

A rundown of who are Cleveland's Top 10 Prospects.

Don Wakamatsu became the first Asian-American manager in major league baseball history when he was hired Wednesday by the Seattle Mariners.

While the ballot box can be used for good, that doesn`t mean all votes were equally valuable.

WARPed statistical viewpoints, 57.2 percent of first-place votes despite one no-vote, and news and notes from around the major leagues.

Quick, think back to your early days as a freshman in high school—when the upperclassmen couldn't resist tripping you on the way to class, loved to shove you into a wall every so often or, gulp, would swipe the miniature-sized milk carton off the lunch tray. So when it comes to the young Carlos Triunfel playing in the Arizona Fall League, would it be much of a surprise if the Mariners' infield prospect got caught looking over his shoulder, if not cautiously approaching his locker stall for the latest prank?

Separating out the coulds and the mights from the probably shoulds in the league that often can`t seem to get it right.

There are possible patches and tweaks in store for the contenders, with desperate measures required for the rest.

An all-time great lefty fireballer provides more than just one cautionary tale of what can go wrong on a diamond.

The Waikiki BeachBoys' momentum from their division-clinching win the night before carried over to their Hawaii Winter Baseball championship win against the West Oahu CaneFires, 5-1, on a sunny Nov. 16 at Les Murakami Stadium on the University of Hawaii campus.

Phil Rogers chatted about the White Sox farm system.

The Cubs converted Steve Clevenger to catcher in 2006 and if he's been having any trouble adjusting to the new spot on defense, the move hasn't hurt his offense any.

In his brief time in short-season Lowell in 2007, center fielder Ryan Kalish emerged as one of the most impressive prospects in the Red Sox system.

Once the Arizona Fall League season ends, lefthander Brian Matusz will return home and wait for the Orioles to assign him to one of their minor league affiliates.

When the Diamondbacks see Mark Hallberg, they think of long-time major league middle infielder Mark Loretta.

Suffice it to say that no one should ever question the toughness of Cole Rohrbough.

Which was the last organization to win Triple-A and Double-A titles in the same year? If Cubs outfielder Felix Pie gets a chance to play, how good can he become? Will Notre Dame quarterback/first baseman Evan Sharpley get drafted high enough to turn pro in baseball next year?

Read our rundown of who are the White Sox' Top 10 Prospects.

The Braves' Tommy Hanson now is off-limits in trade talks

Read scouting reports for the best prospects in the White Sox system.

The system looks strong up the middle, but also has pitching with promise on the way up.

The division with the photo finish has some jumbled franchises sorting through disjointed options.

A mid-level list of available bargains, hidden values, and sensible signings.

Hot Stove Preview: NL West by Jay Jaffe

at 16:00 PM, 11/16/2008

With all five teams figuring to be busy, you can count on a wild, wild winter from the division.

Big money can generate big talk, discussions about the voting process, plus the quotes and quotables from around the major leagues.

The Yankees acquire help for a whole lot of nothing, and the Cubs deal for weakness from their strength.

The story of the little hurler who could getting his due, a notable re-retirement, plus moves and news from around the major leagues.

One of the players Baltimore-bound via the Bedard trade talks about dealing with getting dealt and coming to The Show from Montana.

Conventional wisdom states that it's often best to wait three years before judging trades involving prospects. If that's the case, then righthander Humberto Sanchez is entering year No. 3.

Mets scout Scott Trcka liked the raw ability he saw in Scott Shaw this spring, even though the 6-foot-5, 230-pound junior righthander was in the midst of a 4-4, 7.83 campaign for Illinois. Because of his struggles, Shaw slipped to the Mets in the 13th round of the draft.

Matt Eddy answered questions about the Blue Jays' farm system in a Nov. 14 chat

When Delmont Miller passed away, the Indians and minor league baseball lost a true character.

If I ever get a few hundred million dollars together and buy a baseball team, I'll want the general manager running my team to have a keen eye for talent. I'd want to do what the Mariners just did and hire someone like Jack Zduriencik.

The New York Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time in 13 years. They were so used to sitting at the "cool table" with all of the winners. But, now do they belong at the "loser table" with teams like the Mariners, Royals and Orioles? The Yankees seem to be caught in the middle, unsure in which direction they are headed.

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