White Sox camp tour: Peavy fitting in, making own pitch  —  GLENDALE, Ariz. — It's hard to believe now that Jake Peavy once turned down a chance to come to the White Sox.  —  Hard to believe that he vetoed the first proposed deal that would have made it happen, just nine months ago.

Posada: ‘They are going to have to rip uniform off me’  —  TAMPA — The day when Jorge Posada is no longer the Yankees' every-day catcher is approaching.  —  Nobody squats forever, and at 38, Posada understands the deal.  Yet for a kid who fought his way out of Puerto Rico and a junior college …

Cubs not rushing deal despite bullpen aches  —  MESA, Ariz. — Despite nagging injuries to pitchers the Cubs are counting on to be setup candidates, there's no urge to speed up the pursuit of a veteran reliever.  —  Cubs officials said they'll plan their usual scouting of other teams once …

'08 Cinderellas hope the shoe fits better this time  —  They say that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, but if last season was the death of the Cinderella Tampa Bay Rays of 2008, then 2010 should be the season in which they will find their true level.  —  Lessons from 2009?

Feds interview New York Mets' Jose Reyes about link to Tiger Woods doctor Anthony Galea  —  Federal agents have interviewed Mets shortstop Jose Reyes about his association with a Canadian doctor who is under investigation for drug violations, including conspiring to smuggle human growth hormone …

Johnson adjusting to life as Yanks' DH  —  Consistent health hopefully one of the benefits of new duties  —  TAMPA, Fla. — When your most important job assignment is getting into the batter's box, there can be a lot of down time.  That's something that Nick Johnson is trying to get used to.

Players are looking out for No. 1 - or 2, or 11, or 51  —  FORT MYERS, Fla. - Thirty years ago, the Yankees had a young shortstop prospect named Andre Robertson who arrived at the big league clubhouse and asked if he could wear No. 3.  —  It was taken.  Retired by some guy named Ruth.

Jason Varitek: 'I've defied odds before'  —  For Red Sox captain, new backup role could mean Fisk-like longevity  —  FORT MYERS, Fla. — The contract is due to end this year.  The desire to play remains strong.  —  Turns out that was anything but idle chatter, bullpen coach Gary Tuck's remark Friday …

New York Yankee GM Brian Cashman says Robinson Cano could make a name for himself that lasts forever  —  TAMPA - Batting titles.  MVP awards.  The Hall of Fame.  —  Hearing these words associated with a Yankees infielder isn't unusual given the accomplishments of Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter.

With knee woes gone, Perez optimistic  —  Strong spring sessions encouraging sign for lefty, Mets  —  PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — A nightmarish 2009 season seems to be in the rearview mirror for Oliver Perez, and he said it has nothing to do with a new mentality, different results …

Q&A: NY Yankees catcher Jesus Montero on fixing cars, throwing to second, and his longest home run … TAMPA, Fla. — The future of the Yankees will be shaped by the answer to one very important question: will prized prospect Jesus Montero stick at catcher?  —  Montero's powerful bat is nearly ready for prime time.

Chipper says he'll rebound or retire  —  KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — An offseason of reflection hasn't softened Chipper Jones' stance.  —  The Atlanta Braves' third baseman still says he will walk away from the game if he can't bounce back from a disappointing season.

St. Louis Cardinals close to signing Felipe Lopez  —  • The St. Louis Cardinals are close to agreement with free agent utility player Felipe Lopez on a one-year contract that would offer infield depth and add a much-needed lefthanded bat, sources close to negotiations confirmed Friday.