Yankees' self-imposed financial restrictions could cost team Gardner, Miller  —  New York needs more players like Gardner, not less.  —  Here's the problem with the Yankees trading left fielder Brett Gardner: Their only other athletic position players are shortstop Didi Gregorius and outfielders Jacoby Ellsbury and Aaron Hicks.

Dombrowski & Co. will go against form in exploring free agent market  —  As if the challenge facing the Red Sox is not already daunting enough, it's also brand new to the decision makers as well.  —  The Red Sox' need for an elite starting pitcher is acute, which is hardly news.

Dodgers, Cuban OF Yusniel Diaz Agree To $15.5MM Deal  —  The Dodgers have agreed to sign Cuban outfielder Yusniel Diaz to a $15.5MM deal, according to Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com.  Furthermore, the Dodgers and Omar Estevez have agreed to a pact that will pay the infielder $6MM.

Dodgers Name Dave Roberts Manager  —  NOV. 23: The Dodgers have formally announced the hiring.  In the press release announcing the move, Friedman issued the following statement: … NOV. 22: 11:12pm: The official introductory press conference will be held after the Thanksgiving weekend, USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports.

Brewers prospect recognized for unselfishness, hard work and leadership  —  11/7/15: Brewers prospect Yadiel Rivera makes a terrific barehanded play to retire Chad Pinder in the AFL Fall Stars Game  —  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Yadiel Rivera of the Brewers had quite the Saturday.

Astros Strongly Interested In Acquiring Closer  —  The Astros are “hell-bent” on acquiring a closer, sources tell ESPN's Jayson Stark.  The Astros have made calls on Aroldis Chapman of the Reds, Andrew Miller of the Yankees, and Brad Boxberger of the Rays, as well as potential free agent possibilities.

Lou Brock's message to his fans: 'It's great to be alive'  —  A move from a month-long stay at a local hospital to a rehabilitation center on Thursday marked the first step of Lou Brock's new life.  —  That step, unfortunately, was made without his left foot because his leg had to be amputated …

Darren O'Day market: Nats, Braves, Dodgers among teams in mix  —  Reliever Darren O'Day, who could be one of the first big free agents to sign, has drawn big interest from the Nationals, Braves and Dodgers, and while other teams are in the mix, this could shape up as a three-team competition featuring interesting connections.

OSU homecoming crash defendant's blood alcohol content made public  —  The driver in the OSU homecoming parade deaths tested at 0.01.