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A's trade star 3B Josh Donaldson to Blue Jays — In a surprising five-player deal that marks the go-for-broke mentality of one club and the possible rebuilding of another, the Oakland Athletics traded All-Star third baseman Josh Donaldson to the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday.
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Bill Baer / HardballTalk:
Blue Jays acquire Josh Donaldson in a trade with the Athletics — Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports that the Athletics have traded third baseman Josh Donaldson to the Blue Jays. The deal has been confirmed by MLB.com's Jane Lee. — The Athletics will receive infielder Brett Lawrie along …
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Blue Jays Acquire Josh Donaldson From Athletics For Brett Lawrie, Three Others — The Blue Jays have officially struck a deal to acquire third baseman Josh Donaldson from the Athletics. Heading back to Oakland are infielder Brett Lawrie, righty Kendall Graveman, shortstop Franklin Barreto, and lefty Sean Nolin.
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ESPN.com:
A's trade Josh Donaldson to Jays … The Oakland Athletics have traded third baseman Josh Donaldson to the Toronto Blue Jays. — The A's will receive Brett Lawrie, Kendall Graveman, Franklin Barreto and Sean Nolin. — Donaldson told the San Francisco Chronicle that he was playing video games …
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Royals Re-Sign Jason Frasor — The Royals announced that they have re-signed right-hander Jason Frasor to a one-year deal with a mutual option for the 2016 season. Frasor, a client of agent Dave Meier, reportedly receives a $1.25MM base in 2015 with a $2MM option that contains a $550K buyout.
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Marlins Acquire Aaron Crow — The Marlins have acquired right-hander Aaron Crow from the Royals in exchange for left-hander Brian Flynn and minor league righty Reid Redman, the teams announced. — Crow, 28, has considerably more big league experience than the 24-year-old Flynn.
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Dick Kaegel / Associated Press:
Butler thanks KC for his time with the Royals — Billy Butler capped off his Royals career with a trip to the World Series in 2014. — KANSAS CITY — Departed designated hitter Billy Butler gave thanks to Kansas City fans and the Royals organization on Thursday by taking out a full-page ad …
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Lee Enterprises / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Cards can be patient with pitching market — • By Derrick Goold dgoold@post-dispatch.com 314-340-8285 — As John Mozeliak surveyed the Cardinals' roster midway through spring training in 2008, his first as the club's general manager, he saw a rotation light on innings and heavy with health issues.
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Corey Brock / MLB.com:
Club seeks creative solution after missing out on Sandoval, Tomas — MLB.com Padres reporter Corey Brock discusses what general manager A.J. Preller might do to improve the team for the upcoming 2015 season — SAN DIEGO — While the Padres were “all-in” in their quest …
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Chris Denorfia / Plain Dealer:
Chase Headley off Cleveland Indians radar, but Chris Denorfia, Kendrys Morales possible targets
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Mark Feinsand / NY Daily News:
Yankees won't get into bidding war for Chase Headley, according to source
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Jesse Sanchez / Jesse Sanchez at the Park:
Yasmany Tomas to D-backs — Cuban outfielder Yasmany Tomas and the D-backs have agreed to a six-year deal worth $68.5 million, according to industry sources. — The Tomas deal will include an opt-out after four years and is pending a physical, the sources said. The D-backs have not confirmed the agreement.
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Source: Tomas agrees to six-year deal with D-backs
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Joe Frisaro / MLB.com:
With righty-heavy offense, pitching staff, club looks to even things out with southpaws — On Hot Stove, Bob Costas joins the show to discuss the historic Giancarlo Stanton contract, the top free agents still available and more — MIAMI — When it comes to making personnel decisions …
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Plain Dealer:
Cleveland Indians AL Central rivals showing interest in Justin Masterson — Paul Hoynes, Northeast Ohio Media Group By Paul Hoynes, Northeast Ohio Media Group — CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Indians haven't shown a lot of interest in Justin Masterson outside of some early contact at the start of the free agent season.
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Cindy Boren / Washington Post:
Phillip Hughes dies after being struck by cricket ball as debate over helmet safety is renewed — The cricket world is paying respects to Australian player Phil Hughes following his death two days after he was hit on the head by a ball. (Reuters) — South Australia cricket star Phillip …
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