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Associated Press:
Alex Rodriguez chokes up when accepting writers' playoffs MVP award — NEW YORK — Alex Rodriguez looked at the award he just received from Babe Ruth's granddaughter with big eyes and a broad grin. It was as if he almost couldn't believe it was his. — “Postseason MVP. Wow,” Rodriguez said Saturday night.
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Brian Costa / New Jersey Online:
Carlos Beltran, Jeff Francoeur honored at BBWAA awards gala — NEW YORK — Carlos Beltran and Jeff Francoeur were the two Mets players honored at Saturday's 87th annual Baseball Writers Association of America awards gala at the New York Hilton. The event was dominated by the Yankees …
Canadian Press:
A-ROD LEFT SPEECHLESS WHEN ACCEPTING AWARD FROM NY WRITERS — NEW YORK — Alex Rodriguez choked up while accepting the New York baseball writers' award for playoffs MVP. — Rodriguez thanked New York fans Saturday night for being patient with him after helping the Yankees win their first title since 2000.
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Chad Jennings / The LoHud Yankees Blog:
Cashman denies Damon deadline — Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has refuted the idea the Yankees are waiting for Johnny Damon to make a decision before moving on to other outfield options. — “That's not true,” Cashman said. “I have a certain amount of money, and when I decide to spend it, I'm going to spend it.”
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Jon Heyman / Sports Illustrated:
Yanks give Damon weekend deadline … Johnny Damon and the Yankees spoke again within the past few days, and Damon now has been given the weekend to decide whether he wants to come back on a bargain deal. — The chances he will accept a low-base contract for a few million dollars …
NY Daily News:
Johnny Damon's E-7: Faith in agent Scott Boras turns out to be Bronx Bummer — Johnny Damon has been spending the last few days in the Bahamas, hanging out with Derek Jeter, CC Sabathia and scores of other notable professional athletes at Michael Jordan's celebrity golf tournament. This we know.
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Nick Cafardo / Boston Globe:
Protection has become part of the package — Jason Bay, in his short time here, seemed to be a nice guy. His demeanor and his performance reminded me of Nick Esasky, who in one year (1989) with the Red Sox hit 30 homers, drove in 108 runs, and batted .277 while playing a decent first base.
Jim Salisbury / Philly Sports News and Video …:
All Set: Ruiz Agrees to 3-year Contract Extension — Carlos Ruiz is about to get a nice birthday present. — The Phillies' catcher, who turned 31 on Friday, has agreed on a three-year contract extension for close to $9 million, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
Kevin Goldstein / Baseball Prospectus:
Cubs Top 11 Prospects — Four-Star Prospects — Three-Star Prospects — Four More: — 12. Chris Huseby, RHP: All but written-off, Huseby is a seven-figure signing from the 2006 draft. He shined out of the Low-A Peoria bullpen, showing a big-league quality sinker.
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Greenberg-Ryan group reaches deal to buy Rangers — A definitive agreement in the sale of the Texas Rangers was reached Saturday night as the investment group that includes Nolan Ryan has completed another step toward purchasing the club from Hicks Sports Group.
Fox Sports:
Former AL MVP Tejada set to rejoin Orioles — Fox Sports — BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles and Miguel Tejada are headed toward a reunion. This time, however, Tejada will play third base instead of shortstop. — Tejada and the Orioles have agreed on a 1-year contract …
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Adam McCalvy / MLB.com:
Rumor of Brewers' relocation ‘ridiculous’ — Team official denies reports by Orlando television station — MILWAUKEE — A report from an Orlando, Fla., television station that the Brewers could someday move to central Florida is “ridiculous,” the team's chief spokesperson said Saturday.
