National League (Baseball)
McGwire cheered by fans, evades steroid questions
Jan 17, 2010 21:37 EST
McGwire's homecoming a big hit with fans, but he evades steroid questions from reporters. Mark McGwire received a standing ovation from Cardinals fans Sunday in his first public appearance in St. Louis since admitting he used steroids.
McGwire cheered by fans, evades steroid questions
Jan 17, 2010 18:27 EST
McGwire's homecoming a big hit with fans, but he evades steroid questions from reporters. Mark McGwire received a standing ovation from Cardinals fans Sunday in his first public appearance in St. Louis since admitting he used steroids.
Ex-big leaguer Offerman punches ump in Dominican
Jan 17, 2010 00:22 EST
Former All-Star Jose Offerman detained after punching umpire in winter league game. Former major league All-Star Jose Offerman threw a punch at an umpire during an argument in a Dominican winter league game Saturday night, the second time in 2 1/2 years that he's attacked someone on a baseball field.
Steen, Polak help Blues beat Rangers
Jan 16, 2010 23:15 EST
Alex Steen, Roman Polak lead Blues past Rangers, 4-1. Alex Steen and Roman Polak each had a goal and an assist, and Chris Mason made 21 saves to help the St. Louis Blues win their season-best fourth straight game, 4-1 over the New York Rangers on Saturday night.
Reds and RHP Nick Masset agree to 2-year contract
Jan 16, 2010 18:39 EST
Cincinnati Reds and RHP Nick Masset agree to 2-year contract, avoiding arbitration. Right-handed reliever Nick Masset and the Cincinnati Reds agreed to a $2.58 million, two-year contract on Saturday, avoiding salary arbitration.
Cy Young winner Lincecum in line for raise
Jan 16, 2010 13:58 EST
Pitcher Tim Lincecum is earmarked for a huge raise as the two-time National League Cy Young award winner headlined a list of 128 players who filed for salary arbitration Friday.
Greenberg group on verge of deal to buy Rangers
Jan 16, 2010 02:12 EST
Greenberg, Ryan say that are 'on the verge' of deal to buy Texas Rangers. The group that has been in exclusive negotiations to buy the Texas Rangers says it is close to a deal.
L.A. Dodgers to visit Taiwan in March: report
Jan 16, 2010 02:07 EST
US Major League Baseball team the Los Angeles Dodgers are scheduled to visit Taiwan in March for two exhibition games, a Taipei-based report said Saturday.
Bryant, Gasol lead Lakers' rout of Clippers
Jan 16, 2010 01:19 EST
Kobe Bryant scores 30, Fisher scraps with Baron in Lakers' 126-86 win over Clippers. Kobe Bryant scored 30 points, Pau Gasol returned from a six-game injury absence with 20 points and six rebounds, and the Lakers re-established their dominance in Los Angeles with a 126-86 victory over the Clippers on Friday night.
Kemp, Dodgers agree to $10.95M, 2-year deal
Jan 16, 2010 00:26 EST
Outfielder Matt Kemp and Los Angeles Dodgers agree to $10.95 million, 2-year contract. Matt Kemp and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed Friday to a $10.95 million, two-year contract, avoiding salary arbitration.
AP source: Padres to trade Kouzmanoff to A's
Jan 15, 2010 22:32 EST
Person with knowledge of the deal: Padres to send 3B Kouzmanoff to Oakland in 4-player trade. The San Diego Padres agreed Friday to trade third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff and a minor leaguer to the Oakland Athletics for outfielders Scott Hairston and Aaron Cunningham, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
Lincecum among 128 players to file for arbitration
Jan 15, 2010 21:28 EST
Pay day: Giants ace Tim Lincecum among 128 players to file for salary arbitration. Two-time NL Cy Young Award winner Tim Lincecum highlighted the list of 128 players who filed for salary arbitration Friday, with many likely to gain enormous raises in the annual process.
George Mitchell honored with NCAA's 'Teddy' Award
Jan 15, 2010 20:26 EST
Former Sen. George Mitchell plans to let his brothers hear about winning NCAA's 'Teddy' Award. George Mitchell finally has an answer to his older brother's bragging rights for the family's biggest athletic honor.
Redmond agrees to $850,000 deal with Indians
Jan 15, 2010 19:11 EST
Backup Plan: Catcher Mike Redmond agrees to $850,000, 1-year contract with Indians. The Indians don't know who their starting catcher will be this year. However, they've already settled on a backup.
BaseballÕs big problem
Jan 15, 2010 19:00 EST
After McGwireÕs admission, sport should work to stop drug use in the game. After being dogged for years by allegations of performance-enhancing drug use, retired slugger Mark McGwire on Monday admitted to using steroids over much of his career, including during the 1998 season when he hit a record-breaking 70 home runs.
Arizona, LaRoche finalize $6 million deal
Jan 15, 2010 17:38 EST
First baseman Adam LaRoche finalizes $6 million, 1-year deal with Diamondbacks. First baseman Adam LaRoche and the Arizona Diamondbacks finalized a one-year contract on Friday that guarantees him $6 million.
Steinbrenner looking forward to 2010 season
Jan 15, 2010 17:01 EST
Yankees owner George Steinbrenner is feeling good and looking forward to the upcoming season. George Steinbrenner is looking forward to the start of the upcoming baseball season.
LaRoche signs one-year deal with Diamondbacks
Jan 15, 2010 16:15 EST
PHOENIX (Reuters) - First baseman Adam LaRoche has signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks with an option for the 2011 season, the Major League Baseball team said on Friday.
AP source: Johnson, Marlins reach $39M, 4-yr deal
Jan 15, 2010 12:16 EST
Person familiar with negotiations: RHP Josh Johnson, Marlins agree to $39 million, 4-year deal. Josh Johnson became one of the few Marlins to gain a big-money multiyear contract.
AP source: Tigers, Valverde agree to 2-year deal
Jan 14, 2010 23:12 EST
Person familiar with negotiations: Tigers and Valverde agree to $14 million, 2-year contract. The Detroit Tigers have found their closer.
