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Jon Heyman / Sports Illustrated:
Peavy OK with trade to Yanks, Halos … DANA POINT, Calif. — Although five National League teams still top star Padres pitcher Jake Peavy's pre-approved list for trades, general manager Kevin Towers revealed Monday evening that the Angels and Yankees have recently been added to the list of desired teams …
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Dave van Dyck / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs still looking at Jake Peavy — If Dempster walks, another starter will be a necessity — DANA POINT, Calif. - While the original off-season emphasis for the Cubs was on acquiring a left-handed-hitting outfielder, starting pitching is taking on more importance.
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Dave van Dyck / Chicago Tribune:
Mets have interest in Sox's Javier Vazquez — Williams trying to lie low, but Mets could make noise — DANA POINT, Calif. - While White Sox GM Ken Williams has gone underground on responding to trade rumors, one from a well-placed source at the general managers meetings said the Mets had interest in Javier Vazquez.
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New York Post:
AGENT: AMAZIN'S IN CHASE FOR FUENTES — DANA POINT, Calif. - For openers, the Mets need a closer. — To that end, the team already has reached out to representatives for free agent Brian Fuentes. — On a mostly quiet first day of the GM meetings, Fuentes' agent confirmed that Met GM Omar Minaya …
Michael S. Schmidt / New York Times:
Mets Could Find Relief in Fuentes — DANA POINT, Calif. — The Mets are seeking bullpen help in every shape and form possible. The third-place Yankees want starting pitching, and probably a good deal of it. So it was of little surprise that both of those needs helped create a little bit …
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Mark Feinsand / NY Daily News:
Cashman still a Pavano fan — DANA POINT, Calif. - When Carl Pavano walked off the mound on Sept. 25, most people assumed it would be the last time he would ever wear a Yankees uniform. — Not so fast. — Pavano, one of the biggest free-agent busts of all-time, could wind …
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Joe Frisaro / MLB.com:
Yanks sign former Marlins pitcher Mitre — Rehabbing hurler might not be ready to play until midseason — MIAMI — Sergio Mitre, who underwent Tommy John ligament replacement surgery on July 15, is reuniting with Joe Girardi. — When Girardi managed the Marlins in 2006, Mitre was part of the pitching staff.
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Bryan Hoch / MLB.com:
Yankees sign Mitre to Minors deal — Righty should be ready by midseason after Tommy John surgery — NEW YORK — The Yankees dipped into Joe Girardi's managerial past to produce an option for their future pitching staff on Monday, agreeing to a Minor League contract with right-hander Sergio Mitre.
Chris Haft / MLB.com:
Giants ink first baseman Phelps — Former Jay signs Minor League deal with Spring Training invite — SAN FRANCISCO — Adding potential depth Monday, the Giants signed first baseman Josh Phelps to a Minor League contract with an invitation to big league Spring Training.
Peter Abraham / The LoHud Yankees Blog:
Some bits and pieces from Cashman — Brian Cashman just met with the New York reporters who are here. — As you might imagine, it's not like he sits there and runs down the list of players he wants. But a few interesting things did come out of the session: — 1. He does not consider center field a priority.
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Wallace Matthews / Newsday:
Wanna win? Put Joba in pen — The Yankees used to dominate opponents by shortening the game. If you didn't get 'em before Mariano and Co. came in, you weren't getting 'em at all. — This year, the Phillies dominated October the same way. Get 'em before Brad “Coffin” Lidge and his setup men come in, or forget 'em.
Jay Posner / San Diego Union-Tribune:
Vasgergian leaving Padres broadcast team after seven years — For the first time in seven years, the Padres will have a new TV voice in 2009. — Matt Vasgersian is leaving for another job - the specifics of which won't be announced for another day or two - leaving Channel 4 San Diego searching …
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FOX SPORTS MLB VIDEO — Back on Topps: Tequila — With Eisner way out of pocket, Gaylen feels empowered. Is this the end of the line for the brothers at the company that bears their name? Clippers point guard Baron Davis guest stars in Episode 11 of Back on Topps. — Phillies on parade
Joel Sherman / New York Post:
GREG MADDUX ‘ALMOST CERTAIN’ TO RETIRE — DANA POINT, Calif. — Greg Maddux, the eighth winningest pitcher in major league history, is almost certain to retire, his agent, Scott Boras, said tonight. — “He hasn't made a final decision, but for now it is doubtful he will play (any longer),” Boras said at the GM Meetings.
Adam McCalvy / MLB.com:
Brewers bring back Cameron for '09 — Team picks up center fielder's $10M option for next season — MILWAUKEE — Mike Cameron will be back in center field at Miller Park in 2009. — Facing a Monday deadline for their decision, the Brewers exercised a $10 million option to bring Cameron back for a second season in Milwaukee.
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Scott Lauber / Phillies:
Nov. 3 — FORGET MANNY; GILLICK TO BE CONSULTANT — Got back a little while ago from the Bank, where it was announced that Ruben Amaro Jr. has signed a three-year contract to be the Phillies' new general manager. Lots to get to, so without further ado ...
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