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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:31:05 GMT By RICK GANO http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_CUBS_GRABOW?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CY_YOUNG_A_NEW_LOOK?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT For so many years, the formula for winning a Cy Young Award was pretty simple: Win a lot of games.... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:35:08 GMT By BEN WALKER http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CY_YOUNG_A_NEW_LOOK?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NL_CY_YOUNG?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Tim Lincecum has been so dominant in his first two full major league seasons that even his top bosses don't know how he can get much better.... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:17:09 GMT By JANIE McCAULEY http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NL_CY_YOUNG?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_CUBS_DIAMONDBACKS_TRADE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT PHOENIX (AP) -- Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Thursday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects.... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:01:15 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_CUBS_DIAMONDBACKS_TRADE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_RAYS_MOVES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Minor league outfielder Desmond Jennings and pitchers Jeremy Hellickson and Alexander Torres have been added to the Tampa Bay Rays' 40-man roster.... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:22:18 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_RAYS_MOVES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_ALOMAR_HALL_OF_FAME?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Roberto Alomar has career numbers that compare favorably with many of baseball's greatest second basemen. The question is how will one memorable lapse impact his bid to make the Hall of Fame.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:41:16 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_ALOMAR_HALL_OF_FAME?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBM_TIGERS_MINOR_LEAGUER_SUSPENDED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- A minor leaguer in the Detroit Tigers' organization has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamine under baseball's minor league drug program.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:03:09 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBM_TIGERS_MINOR_LEAGUER_SUSPENDED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_OWNERS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT CHICAGO (AP) -- Some teams lost money in 2009, baseball commissioner Bud Selig said Thursday after the final owners meeting of the year.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:43:53 GMT By RICK GANO http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_OWNERS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_FREE_AGENTS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- The Yankees' Andy Pettitte and the Mets' Fernando Tatis have become the final players to file for free agency this year.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:55:02 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_FREE_AGENTS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_ROCKIES_TRACY_CONTRACT?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT DENVER (AP) -- The Colorado Rockies have rewarded manager Jim Tracy with a three-year contract.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:34:40 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_ROCKIES_TRACY_CONTRACT?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_MANAGERS_OF_THE_YEAR?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Jim Tracy was out of baseball when Clint Hurdle called last October to talk to him about joining Hurdle's staff in Colorado. Tracy was focused on his duties as bench coach for the Rockies when he came to spring training.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:05:49 GMT By JAY COHEN http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_MANAGERS_OF_THE_YEAR?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NATIONALS_DAVEY_JOHNSON?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT WASHINGTON (AP) -- After years of working with national teams, Davey Johnson is returning to the Nationals. The longtime major league manager joined the front office of the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. The 66-year-old Johnson will work as a senior adviser to general manager Mike Rizzo.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:11:28 GMT By JOSEPH WHITE http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NATIONALS_DAVEY_JOHNSON?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_JAPAN_AWARDS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT TOKYO (AP) -- Venezuelan outfielder Alex Ramirez was named MVP of Japan's Central League for the second straight year on Wednesday while pitcher Yu Darvish took the Pacific League honors.... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:10:29 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_JAPAN_AWARDS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_AL_CY_YOUNG?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Zack Greinke fidgeted a bit and spoke softly.... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:12:31 GMT By RONALD BLUM http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_AL_CY_YOUNG?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_INDIANS_ALOMAR?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT CLEVELAND (AP) -- Sandy Alomar Jr.'s baseball career has brought him back home.... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:45:30 GMT By TOM WITHERS http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_INDIANS_ALOMAR?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_METS_WALLYS_BACK?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Wally Backman wants another chance to manage in the majors. The former Mets second baseman, fired after four days with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2004, was introduced Tuesday as manager of the Brooklyn Cyclones, New York's Class-A farm team in the New York-Penn League.... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:13:29 GMT By MIKE FITZPATRICK http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_METS_WALLYS_BACK?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_AS_BAILEYS_NEXT_STEP?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane sees Andrew Bailey's rookie of the year award as reinforcement that a youth movement is the way to go.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:48:16 GMT By JANIE McCAULEY http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_AS_BAILEYS_NEXT_STEP?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_YANKEES_MITRE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York Yankees have declined a $1.25 million option on pitcher Sergio Mitre.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:29:48 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_YANKEES_MITRE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_ROOKIES_OF_THE_YEAR?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Andrew Bailey was driving along, talking to his agent on a handsfree cell phone, when another call came in.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:25:31 GMT By MIKE FITZPATRICK http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_ROOKIES_OF_THE_YEAR?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_INDIANS_COACHES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT CLEVELAND (AP) -- New Cleveland Indians manager Manny Acta's coaching staff is nearly complete.... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:52:52 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_INDIANS_COACHES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_MARINERS_WILSON?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT SEATTLE (AP) -- After shortstop Jack Wilson arrived in Seattle in a trade last summer, it didn't take long for him to know he wanted to stay.... Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:30:22 GMT By GREGG BELL http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_MARINERS_WILSON?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CHAPMAN_INTERVIEW?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Aroldis Chapman simply left his room at the Domina Hotel in Rotterdam last July and went down to the lobby.... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:59:45 GMT By RONALD BLUM http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CHAPMAN_INTERVIEW?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_MARINERS_WETTELAND?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT DENTON, Texas (AP) -- Former All-Star closer John Wetteland was resting at home Thursday night after a trip to a hospital, where the Seattle Mariners say he was treated for an elevated heart rate.... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:31:47 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_MARINERS_WETTELAND?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NATIONALS_RIGGLEMAN?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT WASHINGTON (AP) -- Jim Riggleman opened his first news conference in 10 years as a full-fledged, full-time, full-titled major league manager - no "interim" tag to be found - by saying he didn't want to list the people he needs to thank, lest he forget someone.... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:13:16 GMT By HOWARD FENDRICH http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NATIONALS_RIGGLEMAN?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_BRAVES_HUDSON?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT ATLANTA (AP) -- Tim Hudson agreed to a $28 million, three-year contract with the Atlanta Braves on Thursday, giving the team a wealth of starting pitching and setting up a likely trade to bolster the offense.... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:43:52 GMT By PAUL NEWBERRY http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_BRAVES_HUDSON?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CLEMENS_MCNAMEE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Lawyers for Roger Clemens filed a motion in Brooklyn federal court to dismiss a defamation lawsuit by the pitcher's former trainer, claiming statements that accused Brian McNamee of trying to shake down Clemens were not serious.... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:09:16 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CLEMENS_MCNAMEE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_MARINERS_GRIFFEY?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT SEATTLE (AP) -- Junior's back in Seattle, one more time.... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:38:49 GMT By GREGG BELL http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_MARINERS_GRIFFEY?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_RED_SOX_VARITEK?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT BOSTON (AP) -- Catcher Jason Varitek exercised his $3 million option to stay with the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, choosing to remain with the team as a backup to Victor Martinez rather than become a free agent.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:54:19 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_RED_SOX_VARITEK?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NL_GOLD_GLOVES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- That travel team back in Virginia a decade ago must have played great defense on the left side of the infield.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:53:08 GMT By RONALD BLUM http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_NL_GOLD_GLOVES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_ZAMBRANO_MOTHER_RESCUED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) -- The mother of former major league pitcher Victor Zambrano was rescued after a three-day kidnapping ordeal, Venezuelan authorities said on Wednesday.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:51:17 GMT By JORGE RUEDA http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_ZAMBRANO_MOTHER_RESCUED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_DODGERS_MCCOURTS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Fired Dodgers chief executive Jamie McCourt made a case for her job performance with the team, saying she was handling daily operations even before she was named to lead the franchise in February.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:20:08 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_DODGERS_MCCOURTS?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_SOSA_PHOTO?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT Sammy Sosa says a cosmetic cream he uses to soften his skin is the reason for his lighter skin tone.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:03:55 GMT By The Associated Press http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_SOSA_PHOTO?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_VIN_SCULLY?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) -- Vin Scully said Tuesday he will continue in the broadcast booth for the Los Angeles Dodgers through the 2010 season, then decide whether he will walk away.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:41:39 GMT By BETH HARRIS http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_VIN_SCULLY?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_AL_GOLD_GLOVES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- Derek Jeter sure is stuffing his trophy case this year. The steady Yankees shortstop won his fourth Gold Glove on Tuesday, joining New York first baseman Mark Teixeira among the American League players rewarded for fantastic fielding.... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:05:52 GMT By MIKE FITZPATRICK http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_AL_GOLD_GLOVES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_HALL_OF_FAME_VETERANS_BALLOT?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) -- Billy Martin, Whitey Herzog, Gene Mauch and Danny Murtaugh are among the former managers who will be on the ballot when the Hall of Fame Veterans Committee votes next month.... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:37:57 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_HALL_OF_FAME_VETERANS_BALLOT?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_BASEBALL_RDP?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT NEW YORK (AP) -- World Series MVP Hideki Matsui became a free agent Monday along with New York Yankees teammates Johnny Damon, Eric Hinske, Jose Molina and Xavier Nady.... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:37:17 GMT By RONALD BLUM http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_BASEBALL_RDP?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_DODGERS_COACHES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Joe Torre's entire coaching staff will be back with the Los Angeles Dodgers next season.... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:34:31 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_DODGERS_COACHES?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CUBAN_PITCHER_INJURED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT HAVANA (AP) -- The pitcher who helped Cuba defeat the Baltimore Orioles in the United States a decade ago is in stable condition after his face was crushed with a blunt object while trying to stop a fight.... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:21:16 GMT By ANNE-MARIE GARCIA http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_CUBAN_PITCHER_INJURED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_VICTOR_ZAMBRANO_MOTHER_KIDNAPPED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT The mother of former major leaguer Victor Zambrano has been kidnapped.... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:34:58 GMT By The Associated Press http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_VICTOR_ZAMBRANO_MOTHER_KIDNAPPED?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_POSTSEASON_GLANCE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT N.Y. Yankees 7, Minnesota 2... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:06:09 GMT By The Associated Press http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBO_POSTSEASON_GLANCE?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_PHILLIES_FELIZ?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Philadelphia Phillies have declined their $5.5 million 2010 option on third baseman Pedro Feliz.... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:30:16 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBN_PHILLIES_FELIZ?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_TWINS_CUDDYER?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins have picked up outfielder Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for 2011.... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:21:49 GMT http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BBA_TWINS_CUDDYER?SITE=MOPAR&SECTION=BASEBALL&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT