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Associated Press:
First baseman C.J. Cron acquired by Rays from Angels — PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired first baseman C.J. Cron from the Los Angeles Angels and designated outfielder Corey Dickerson for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. — The 28-year-old Cron …
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Associated Press:
Rays send righty Jake Odorizzi to Twins for prospect — The Minnesota Twins acquired right-handed pitcher Jake Odorizzi from the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday night for minor league infielder Jermaine Palacios, securing some needed depth for their rotation after missing out on several free agents.
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Bluebird Banter
Charlotte Carroll / Sports Illustrated:
Rays Trade Jake Odorizzi to Twins for Jermaine Palacios — The Rays also acquired first baseman C.J. Cron from the Angels on Saturday. — The Rays traded pitcher Jake Odorizzi to the Twins in exchange for minor league infielder Jermaine Palacios, the team announced Saturday.
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DRaysBay, FanGraphs Baseball and Bleed Cubbie Blue
Eduardo A. Encina / Baltimore Sun:
Are the Orioles a fit for just-designated outfielder Corey Dickerson? — There's plenty to sort out after a wild Saturday night around baseball, and some of the activity will affect the Orioles' pursuit for upgrades. — The most head-scratching move of the offseason set off a flurry of moves Saturday …
Mark Polishuk / MLB Trade Rumors:
Rays Acquire C.J. Cron, Designate Corey Dickerson
Rays Acquire C.J. Cron, Designate Corey Dickerson
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DRaysBay, Orange County Register, AZ Snake Pit, Brew Crew Ball, Minor League Ball, Lone Star Ball and Halos Heaven
Mike Chiari / Bleacher Report:
Corey Dickerson DFA'd by Rays After They Acquired C.J. Cron via Trade
Corey Dickerson DFA'd by Rays After They Acquired C.J. Cron via Trade
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Talking Chop and DRaysBay
Mark Polishuk / MLB Trade Rumors:
Twins Acquire Jake Odorizzi
Twins Acquire Jake Odorizzi
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baseballmusings.com, MLB Daily Dish and DRaysBay
Associated Press:
Reports: Hosmer, Padres agree to 8-year, $144 million deal — Free-agent first baseman Eric Hosmer has agreed to an eight-year, $144 million deal with the San Diego Padres, according to published reports Saturday night. — The 28-year-old, two-time Gold Glove winner hit a career-high .318 …
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Kevin Acee / sandiegouniontribune.com:
Padres, Eric Hosmer agree to terms — The Padres got their man. — The team and free agent first baseman Eric Hosmer have agreed to a deal, two sources said Saturday night. — Terms were not available, but this will certainly be the largest monetary commitment in Padres history.
Associated Press:
MLB: Eric Hosmer, San Diego Padres reach agreement on eight-year deal — Free agent first baseman Eric Hosmer has reached preliminary agreement on an eight-year contract with the San Diego Padres, pending a physical, a person with direct knowledge of the deal says.
Matt Snyder / CBSSports.com:
Padres reportedly agree to sign Eric Hosmer to largest contract in franchise history
Padres reportedly agree to sign Eric Hosmer to largest contract in franchise history
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Lone Star Ball …, FanGraphs Baseball and Royals Review
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers utility man Ronny Rodriguez excited for big league shot — Watch Detroit Tigers manager Ron Gardenhire observer players perform drills at first base on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018 in Lakeland, Fla. Anthony Fenech, Detroit Free Press — LAKELAND, Fla. — Ask Ronny Rodriguez …
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ESPN:
Rangers nix deal with closer Seung Hwan Oh — The Texas Rangers have decided not to sign closer Seung Hwan Oh, after an issue arose over his physical exam, according to multiple reports. — The Dallas Morning News reported that the Rangers discovered “disconcerting issues” with the right-hander's arm when examining his MRI results.
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Matt Snyder / CBSSports.com:
Rangers' reported deal with Seung-Hwan Oh called off due to MRI concerns
Rangers' reported deal with Seung-Hwan Oh called off due to MRI concerns
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Dallas Morning News, MLB Baseball News … and Lone Star Ball
Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks: Spring Training 2018 … Despite a high payroll and some serious star talent, the Rangers struggled on their way to a 78-84 record in 2017. Texas will look to their star-laden roster for a turnaround in the upcoming season. — A pair of 24-year-olds make up the right side …
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Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Here's why Andrus' early spring arrival is a good thing for Rangers
Here's why Andrus' early spring arrival is a good thing for Rangers
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Lone Star Ball
Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Carpenter, whose back is stiff, will work mostly at first base — JUPITER, Fla. • Matt Carpenter, programmed to play several positions this spring, will be spending most of his time defensively at first base when the Cardinals start their full-scale workouts on Monday.
New York Daily News:
Mets officially sign Jason Vargas to two-year contract — The Mets made their deal with Jason Vargas official Sunday morning, announcing their two-year deal with the left-hander. — Vargas' deal guarantees the southpaw $16 million over the two years, with a reported $8 million option year for 2020.
Associated Press:
Indians sign Rajai Davis, who hit big HR for team in 2016 World Series — GOODYEAR, Ariz. — The Cleveland Indians have signed free agent Rajai Davis to a minor league contract, bringing back the speedy outfielder who hit one of the biggest home runs in team history.
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Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks: Spring Training 2018 … It was shaping up to be a boring offseason until the Brewers showed up on Jan. 25, single-handedly igniting a stove that had been only lukewarm. — In the same evening, the Brewers acquired free-agent outfielder Lorenzo Cain and traded …
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Tom Haudricourt / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Center field: Lorenzo Cain wanted the Brewers as much as they wanted him in free agency
Center field: Lorenzo Cain wanted the Brewers as much as they wanted him in free agency
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MLB Trade Rumors
Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Jacoby Ellsbury says he was never asked by Yankees to waive no-trade clause — TAMPA — While the Yankees have tried unsuccessfully to shop Jacoby Ellsbury this offseason, he says he was never asked by the team to waive his no-trade clause. — Ellsbury, with three years and $68 million left on his deal …
Tampa Bay Times:
‘Babe Ruth of Japan’ already talks the talk of an MLB pitcher — TEMPE, Ariz. - Major league pitchers nowadays emerge from the womb, or at the very least arrive at the end of their minor-league apprenticeships, already knowing that the only proper answer to any question pertaining …
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Drew Smyly happy to be part of Cubs' plans despite injury — Chicago Tribune — Left-hander Drew Smyly remains grateful the Cubs showed enough interest to sign him to a two-year contract four days after the Mariners elected not to tender him a contract while recovering from Tommy John surgery.
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mickey Callaway maneuvers through his first Mets controversy, explains how group ran into Donald Trump Jr. while shark fishing — PORT ST. LUCIE — Welcome to New York, Mickey. The Mets' new manager is quickly learning that nothing is ever simple in Flushing.
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