Ramirez designated for assignment  —  To make room for Chan Ho Park on the 40-man roster, the Yankees have designated Edwar Ramirez for assignment.  Here's the full press release announcing the move.  —  The New York Yankees today announced they have signed right-handed pitcher Chan Ho Park to a one-year Major League contract.

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.

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 …

Oswalt nearing the end ... but where?  —  Jon Paul Morosi is a national MLB writer for FOXSports.com.  He previously covered baseball for the Detroit Free Press and Seattle Post-Intelligencer.  He began his journalism career at the Bay City Times in his native Michigan.  —  KISSIMMEE, FLA.

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.

Dynamic duo at top of order excites Rox  —  Fowler, Gonzalez eager to place team on fast track  —  TUCSON, Ariz. — The Rockies have a double shot of speed at the top of their lineup.  —  Left fielder Carlos Gonzalez found his best hitting stroke when manager Jim Tracy placed him atop the batting order.

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.

How the Astros evaluated Lyon and Lindstrom  —  I'm writing a column about the signing of Brandon Lyon and why Ed Wade has been criticized for it nationally.  I don't fully understand the criticism because it was a competitive bidding situation, and with Lyon having multiple two-year offers …

'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?

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 …

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 …