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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.
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:
Twins may soon ask, ‘Is this the final offer?’ — Indications from Twins officials are that this is a critical week in the Johan Santana sweepstakes. — The club has not set any hard deadlines yet but may soon tell the teams most interested in Santana — the Mets, Yankees and Red Sox …
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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.
La Velle E. Neal III / Minneapolis Star Tribune:Cuddyer's preference is to stay in right field
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John Harper / NY Daily News:Mets are leavin' Livan on hold
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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.
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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,” …
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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Todd Zolecki / philly.com:
‘I think the team is set to win ball games’ — The Phillies lost Aaron Rowand this off-season, and that created a void offensively and defensively. — The Phillies think Shane Victorino will do just fine in center field. — But who replaces Rowand's bat?
Dave Rouleau / The Biz of Baseball:
Baseball Could Weather Recession — The Business of Sports Network is pleased to announce the addition of Dave Rouleau to our staff of writers and researchers. Some may know of Dave through his work with Baseball Digest Daily, which he will continue to do.
Marty Noble / MLB.com:
Glavine puts Mets finale in perspective — Lefty disappointed, not devastated about last game in New York — The Mets had hemorrhaged; Shea Stadium was an exposed nerve. A grotesque inning had begotten a dreadful defeat that completed an epic collapse.
Michael Phillips / MLB.com:
Notes: Redding has more confidence — Veteran heads into Spring Training with eye on rotation spot — MANASSAS, Va. — Tim Redding went looking for a trophy this offseason, but it had nothing to do with baseball. — The Nationals right-hander, an avid hunter, traveled to several locales in pursuit of deer.
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Jay Jenkins / Daily Progress:
BASEBALL: Francona praises Cavs' program — After arriving in Charlottesville on Friday, Terry Francona had an odd request. — The manager of the Boston Red Sox wanted to see Davenport Field, Virginia?s baseball stadium. — The lights were off at the stadium, but with help …
