Source: Cuba defector Aroldis Chapman works out for Toronto Blue Jays  —  A surprising bidder has emerged in the Aroldis Chapman sweepstakes.  The Toronto Blue Jays held a private workout for the touted Cuban pitcher Thursday morning in Florida, then met with his representatives, a source close to Chapman told ESPN The Magazine.

If Granderson and Gardner were swapped...  We can debate all day whether Curtis Granderson or Brett Gardner is the better defensive center fielder.  Frankly, I think they're both pretty good, but I know there are several who completely disagree.  Bottom line is (I think) both can handle the position …

Cubs sign OF Byrd to 3-year contract  —  The Chicago Cubs made their first major addition of the offseason, signing former Texas Rangers outfielder Marlon Byrd to a three-year, $15 million deal on Thursday.  —  The Cubs hope Byrd can fill their center field void.

What's the matter with Johnny?  —  At the beginning of the offseason, nearly everyone had Johnny Damon pegged for a return to the Bronx.  It's become apparent, however, that the likelihood of his returning to the Yankees is slim to none and slim's as likely as Milton Bradley Day at Wrigley Field.

Introducing ARJS  —  The other day on Twitter, Sky, and I were discussing how to value relievers.  The conversation was triggered by a comment from Colin Wyers where he said an average reliever would successfully complete 82% of all save situations a closer finds himself in.

Mets, Molina continue slowest-ever game of Chicken  —  Every time I read an update on the Mets' pursuit of Bengie Molina, I think about the following scene from the best television show of all-time:  —  The latest report — the one linked above — says the Mets are willing to give Molina …

Shanahan on track to make more than $50 million from Redskins  —  Some league insiders believe that free-agent coach Mike Shanahan would like to get another suitor to the table in order to drive up his leverage with the Redskins.  —  But even if he can't shake any other team out of the bushes …

ESPN: Images of the Decade  —  A look back at the past 10 years of sports.  The stories and moments that we all remember put into a highlight reel.  There are plenty of Yankees memories to go around, both good and bad.  —  We have Boone's ALCS Homer, 2000 & 2009 WS Victories …

Chipper Jones confident of ‘monster’ rebound season  —  Veteran Braves slugger, 38 in April, plans on staying at third base  —  It's a new year, and Braves third baseman Chipper Jones is expecting different results than in 2009.  Just one season after winning the National League batting title …

Agent: Kemp not thinking long-term deal  —  Dodgers exploring multiyear contract with star outfielder  —  LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers have opened discussions on a multiyear contract with Matt Kemp, but his agent said Kemp might prefer to go year to year.  —  “We've only talked about it a little bit …

Inbox: Dissecting the Bay aftermath  —  Beat reporter Marty Noble answers Mets fans' questions  —  I keep hearing experts say that players like Jason Bay won't hit home runs in Citi Field.  Doesn't the fact that visiting players hit 81 homers there last year indicate that the Mets hitters …