Astros, last arbitration player Lowrie agree on $1..

Jed Lowrie and the Houston Astros have avoided an arbitration hearing, agreeing to a $1.15 million, one-year contract. Read full story

NYC billionaire mayor Bloomberg says he has no int..

As a billionaire, Mayor Michael Bloomberg could afford to buy the Mets. But that's one job that he's not looking to step into after he leaves City Hall. Read full story

Rangers, Andrus finalize 3-year, $14.4 million con..

Shortstop Elvis Andrus and the Texas Rangers have finalized a $14.4 million, three-year contract that avoided salary arbitration. Read full story

A's owner: MLB indecision on San Jose move 'excruc..

Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff says Major League Baseball's indecision over whether his club can move to San Jose has been 'excruciating' but that he believes the process is finally nearing an end. Read full story

O's, pitcher Bergesen argue cases in arbitration; ..

Right-hander Brad Bergesen and the Baltimore Orioles have argued their cases in salary arbitration. Read full story

Former D-Backs infielder Branyan accepts Yanks' de..

Russell Branyan has agreed to a minor-league contract with the New York Yankees and will try to win a bench job as a corner infielder during spring training. Read full story

Bonifacio beats Marlins in salary arbitration, awa..

Emilio Bonifacio became the second player to defeat the Miami Marlins in salary arbitration this year. Read full story

Rangers star Hamilton visits league doctors after ..

Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton has been to New York to visit with doctors for Major League Baseball and the players association following his admitted relapse with alcohol. Read full story

Five years is the Jays' deal limit; can they be co..

The Blue Jays will not sign a player for more than five years. While admirable in today's spend-to-win world, it keeps them from the biggest free-agent names. Danny Knobler wonders if the strategy is practical. Read full story

Lawsuit claims HOFer Brett falsely advertises neck..

Lawyers are seeking class-action status for a lawsuit that claims Hall of Fame slugger George Brett has been falsely advertising bracelets and necklaces as being able to help improve health and sports performance. Read full story