Trout, Harper Win Rookie Of The Year Awards  —  Angels center fielder Mike Trout and Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper have been named AL and NL Rookies of the Year, respectively, the Baseball Writers Association of America has announced.  —  Trout becomes the youngest player in league history …

Torii Hunter wants to sign soon  —  Free-agent outfielder Torii Hunter told MLB Network on Monday morning that he's going to wrap up a decision about where to sign quickly, and a source indicated that the timeframe is about two weeks.  —  The most aggressive pursuer thus far has been the Detroit Tigers …

Red Sox will need adaptation after acquisitions  —  This is not going to be the story of how the Red Sox snapped their fingers and became instant contenders.  Not sure that we all realize the scope of the situation Ben Cherington and his staff are facing.  —  Not only does the general manager need …

Big-bucks Dodgers map overseas plan  —  The Los Angeles Dodgers are trying to take over the world.  —  It's an entirely sensible ambition, given a recent franchise sale value ($2.15 billion) comparable to the gross domestic product of Aruba.  —  The Dodgers have mustered resources for several months …

The NY Mets invented R.A. Dickey and to even think about trading their knuckleballing ace would be Linsane!  —  The Score: Forget Dickey's age and the actuarial tables for a minute.  There are players who just shouldn't be traded, because they are too important to the fan base.

Orioles Sign McCutchen, Meyer; Rangers Sign Simons  —  The Orioles have signed Daniel McCutchen and Dan Meyer to minor league deals, and the Rangers have done the same with Zach Simons, MLBTR's Tim Dierkes has learned.  —  McCutchen, 29, has pitched to a 4.77 ERA in 188 2/3 innings in parts of four seasons with the Pirates.

Detroit Tigers sign former Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shawn Hill to minor league contract  —  DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers and right-handed starting pitcher Shawn Hill have agreed to a minor league contract.  —  The Tigers confirmed the move early Monday.

Could Justin Upton replace brother B.J. on Rays?  —  As B.J. Upton, right, likely heads out of Tampa Bay, the Rays could be interested in getting Arizona's Justin Upton.  —  Times (2010)]  —  The Rays prefer not to say much about their plans, considering it a competitive disadvantage …

Colorado Rockies' 2013 lineup includes potential, challenges  —  When the Rockies introduced Walt Weiss as their new manager Friday, there were warm-and-fuzzy moments of good cheer and optimism, with season-ticket holders on hand to congratulate the team's new leader.