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Geoff Baker / Mariners Blog:
Bedard-Jones deal going down — UPDATE (4:47 p.m.): I just spoke to Mariners spokesman Tim Hevly, who confirmed Jones has been called back to the U.S. Hevly said he could not comment further, which more or less tells us Jones is about to be dealt because major league clubs do not stiff winter league teams …
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Jeff Zrebiec / Baltimore Sun:
O's deny Bedard deal in place — Mariners' Jones reportedly told trade has been made — Andy MacPhail denied tonight that the Orioles have agreed to a deal that would send ace pitcher Erik Bedard to the Seattle Mariners for a package headed by young center fielder Adam Jones.
Sports Illustrated:
Leaving the nest? — Mariners, Orioles still discussing Bedard blockbuster — The Mariners and Orioles are in serious discussions on a blockbuster deal that would send left-hander Erik Bedard to Seattle for a package of young players, including top outfield prospect Adam Jones.
Roch Kubatko / Roch Around the Clock:
No longer waiting — Now it's The Sun's turn: — A high-ranking Orioles official told Jeff Zrebiec that a trade hasn't been completed with the Mariners. — And this is why we don't rush to file a story on the Web site until the necessary calls have been made. — Now we can speculate on what happened.
Tim Dierkes / MLB Trade Rumors:
Bedard Traded To Mariners? — UPDATE, 1-27-08 at 11:29pm: Geoff Baker checks in again. He notes MacPhail's careful choice of words and reiterates that a deal appears close. He seems to think only a Peter Angelos objection could kill it, but would consider that a crazy thing for him to do.
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Jim Street / MLB.com:
Report: Mariners close to Bedard deal — Top prospect Jones leaves winter ball for physical — SEATTLE — The Mariners' pursuit of a top-of-the-rotation pitcher apparently is close to a successful conclusion. — According to what right fielder Adam Jones told reporters in Venezuela on Sunday …
Roch Kubatko / Roch Around the Clock:Erik Bedard
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La Velle E. Neal III / Minneapolis Star Tribune:
Cuddyer's preference is to stay in right field — Ron Gardenhire was apparently serious when he suggested Michael Cuddyer could be tried in center field. — Twins outfielder Michael Cuddyer on Saturday reacted to news that manager Ron Gardenhire considers him an option for center field.
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TwinCities.com:
CHARLEY WALTERS: Minnesota Twins could trade Santana within 10 days — The Twins, New York Mets, Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees are not holding up the proposed trade of Twins pitcher Johan Santana. It's Santana, who is seeking $150 million over six years.
Patrick McManamon / Akron Beacon Journal:
Pat's Beside the Point — After the Indians' season ended in October, General Manager Mark Shapiro said he hoped to have a contract extension with left-handed ace C.C. Sabathia concluded by the start of spring training. — The other night at the Cleveland Sports Awards Banquet …
John Harper / NY Daily News:Mets are leavin' Livan on hold
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Associated Press:
Agent: Lo Duca to have surgery; Nats not sure — WASHINGTON — Nationals catcher Paul Lo Duca was scheduled to have surgery on his left knee Monday to repair what his agent called a minor meniscus tear. — Lo Duca will see a team doctor on Monday “for further testing,” …
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Bill Ladson / MLB.com:
Lo Duca could undergo knee surgery — MRI on Nationals catcher reveals possible meniscus tear — WASHINGTON — Nationals catcher Paul Lo Duca had an MRI exam on his left knee, and it revealed a possible meniscus tear, according to general manager Jim Bowden. Lo Duca will have further tests done on Monday morning.
Jon Paul Morosi / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers, Curtis Granderson begin talks for long-term contract — The Tigers have initiated talks with centerfielder Curtis Granderson on a long-term contract extension, according to one person with knowledge of the discussions. — A conversation earlier this month between the team …
Peter Abraham / The Journal News:
Rift between Yankees, Williams grows — NEW ROCHELLE - It has been nearly 16 months since Bernie Williams last played a game for the Yankees. But his separation from the team remains uncomfortable - and now it has become contentious. — Williams, 39, refuses to say whether he has retired, leaving the Yankees unsure of his status.
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Inside the Dodgers:
Lieberthal retires — Just before playing soccer for the first time in his life earlier today in a charity celebrity game hosted by Nomar Garciaparra and Mia Hamm, former Dodgers backup catcher Mike Lieberthal, a two-time All-Star while with Philadephia and a graduate of Westlake High School, said he has decided to retire.
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ESPN:
Twins' Liriano says arm healthy year after surgery — Francisco Liriano has a clean bill of health, more than a year removed from ligament-replacement surgery. — According to the left-hander, who attended the annual TwinsFest over the weekend, he could give 100 percent for the Twins immediately.
Gordon Edes / Boston Globe:
Biggio presents Pedroia with Rookie award — NEW YORK—They gave out baseball's biggest hardware at the New York baseball writers dinner tonight, and retiring Astros second baseman Craig Biggio was the fitting pick to present Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia with the AL Rookie of the Year award.
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Dejan Kovacevic / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Hot Stove: Coonelly cool in PirateFest crossfire — None of the questioners at PirateFest's various Q&A sessions with management and players carried a press pass, but that hardly diminished the pointed queries from the fans in attendance Friday and yesterday.
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Dejan Kovacevic / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:Pirates offer Sanchez multiyear contract
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