Hamilton may go to 1 of these 4 teams  —  INDIAN WELLS, CALIF.  —  We're still at the tire-kicking stage of the Josh Hamilton sweepstakes, still largely playing a guessing game.  But in theory, some teams make more sense than others — assuming, of course, that those teams are willing …

Davey Johnson planning on retiring from managing after 2013  —  As the Nationals and Manager Davey Johnson near a final resolution for Johnson to manage next year, the sides are in agreement 2013 to be Johnson's final season as the Nationals' manager, according to a person familiar with the talks.

Indians sign Hernandez, Rondon to Minor deals  —  Infielder Luis Hernandez played 129 games for Triple-A Round Rock in the Rangers' system last season.  (Jamie Harms/MiLB.com)  —  CLEVELAND — Planning for next season extends beyond the big league roster.

Rangers making plans without Josh Hamilton  —  (Photo: Tim Heitman, Tim Heitman-US PRESSWIRE)  —  10:14PM EST November 8.  2012 - INDIAN WELLS, Calif. — The Texas Rangers don't plan to offer prized free agent outfielder Josh Hamilton more than a three-year contract, according …

Mets agree to minors deal with C Mike Nickeas  —  The Mets announced they have agreed to a Minor League contract with Mike Nickeas, and have invited him to Spring Training.  —  Nickeas hit .174 with one home run and 13 RBI in 122 plate appearances over 47 games for the Mets in 2012.

Phillies trying to shore up centerfield and third base  —  INDIAN WELLS, Calif. — The contingency plan for third base had already been activated before Ruben Amaro Jr. recently placed a call to his father in Venezuela.  There are few answers through free agency and a high-priced trade market.

2013 New York Yankees Top 10 Prospects … Will 2012 be the turning point in recent Yankees history, the year where the heroes of teams that have reached the postseason in 17 of the last 18 seasons fade into the past and force the franchise to forge a new identity?

GMs Assess Free Agent Class  —  Leading up to the current offseason, MLB executives and analysts often described the 2012-13 free agent class as thin, weak, or top-heavy.  Looking ahead to next year's class inspires similar reactions.  These free agent classes are not overwhelmingly deep.

MLB has a drug problem — again … Major League Baseball has a drug problem again and is engaged in discussions with the players' association regarding what to do about it.  The very specific problem is the use of fast-acting synthetic testosterone, the primary performance-enhancing drug …

Don't expect Cano to give Yanks hometown discount  —  INDIAN WELLS, Calif. — The Yankees have immediate, vital issues to address, such as retaining Hiroki Kuroda or finding a suitable alternative (good luck with that), replacing Nick Swisher in right, and reaching one-year pacts …

Rosenthal On Hamilton, Hart, Pagan, Indians  —  Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports spoke with agents and rival executives about where Josh Hamilton might land and the Nationals, Phillies, Mariners, and Orioles often came up in conversation.  The Phillies would appear to be a stretch for both financial …

2012 Year-End Injury Summary: NL Central  —  This was the last season of the NL Central's six-team division, but it still represented the best and some of the worst in baseball in TAWL.  —  Division: National League Central  —  Pittsburgh Pirates  —  Total Adjusted WARP Lost (TAWL): 0.70

Reds' Jay Bruce Wins Silver Slugger Award  —  CINCINNATI - Cincinnati Reds right fielder Jay Bruce has been named winner of the National League Louisville Silver Slugger Award for his position.  —  In 2012, the 25-year-old was selected by National League manager Tony LaRussa for his second …