Source: Mike Napoli, Red Sox reach agreement on one-year, $5M deal  —  The Red Sox and Mike Napoli have agreed to a new deal.  (AP)  —  According to multiple major league sources, the Red Sox and Mike Napoli have reached an agreement on a one-year deal.

Many of world's best set to play for their countries  —  Triple Crown winner Cabrera heads the talent on World Baseball Classic rosters  —  All 16 provisional rosters for the upcoming World Baseball Classic were revealed Thursday with a bevy of big-name Major Leaguers committing to the third edition of the international tournament.

Gomez signs for $4.3 million  —  The Brewers and center fielder Carlos Gomez avoided arbitration on Thursday by agreeing to a one-year contract, one day before teams and their arbitration-eligible players were set to formally exchange figures.  A baseball source said Gomez would earn $4.3 million.

Cubs' prospects get advice from Mark Prior  —  Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Mark Prior was invited to address some of the team's top prospects Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field during an extended major league acclimation program for the kids.  —  Jason McLeod, the Cubs senior vice-president …

Giants in deep discussions with Brandon Lyon  —  SAN FRANCISCO - The Giants haven't shut the door on bringing back Brian Wilson, but they're in advanced negotiations with another reliever who has closing experience.  —  The club has had significant conversations with right-hander Brandon Lyon, CSN Bay Area has confirmed.

The future of replay  —  Expanded system won't happen in 2013, but MLB is making progress  —  It was just 95 days ago that Joe Girardi decided he'd had enough, seen enough, been wronged enough.  —  “Let's have instant replay,” the Yankees manager said pointedly, after a blatantly wrong call …

Yankees, Joba avoid arbitration in $1.875M deal  —  The New York Yankees and relief pitcher Joba Chamberlain have agreed on a one-year contract worth $1,875,000 for 2013, avoiding arbitration.  —  The non-guaranteed contract gives Chamberlain a raise of $200,000 and contains performance bonuses for games finished.

Ankiel among Astros' non-roster invitees  —  HOUSTON — Rick Ankiel, the pitcher-turned-outfielder who belted 25 homers for the Cardinals in 2008, will be coming to Spring Training as a non-roster invitee for the Astros.  —  “He can play all three outfield positions,” Houston general manager Jeff Luhnow said.

Harrison completes contract with Rangers  —  ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers have finalized a $55 million, five-year contract with All-Star left-hander Matt Harrison.  —  The deal announced Thursday includes a 2018 club option that could become guaranteed depending on the number of innings Harrison pitches.

Pirates Sign Free Agent RHP Jeff Karstens  —  The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the signing of free agent right-handed pitcher Jeff Karstens to a contract for the 2013 season.  The announcement was made by Senior Vice President, General Manager Neal Huntington.