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Time frame for Tim Wakefield's decision: Bottom of ninth

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Scott Lauber) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:38:05 -0500

Within the next few days, Tim Wakefield will make what has to be the most difficult decision any professional athlete...

Former Red Sox pitcher 'Oil Can' Boyd says he used cocaine 'at every ballpark'

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:00:43 -0500

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Former Red Sox pitcher Dennis "Oil Can" Boyd says he probably pitched under the influence of...

Tim Wakefield decision close

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Scott Lauber) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:06:12 -0500

By the weekend, Tim Wakefield likely will decide whether he intends to pitch this season. "We're discussing...

Roy Oswalt unlikely; Bobby Valentine content

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Scott Lauber) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:58:41 -0500

Less than two weeks before the start of spring training, Roy Oswalt still needs a job and the Red Sox could use...

Yoenis Cespedes' tour of Marlins Park a 'step in the process'

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Clark Spencer) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:12:50 -0500

Yoenis Cespedes wore a construction hat when given a tour of Marlins Park on Wednesday. The Marlins are hoping...

James Loney says blow to head led to his odd behavior in crash

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Dylan Hernandez) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:14:38 -0500

LOS ANGELES - James Loney says now he understands why what he dismissively refers to as "a car accident" made headlines...

Memphis Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley is a bidder for Dodgers

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Bill Shaikin) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:11:23 -0500

LOS ANGELES - Michael Heisley, the billionaire owner of the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies, has emerged as one of the...

Bobby Valentine will have to work Pythagorean magic with Red Sox

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Phil Rogers) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:08:39 -0500

Bobby Valentine has managed in the World Series and won a championship in Japan but he never has taken a major...

In baseball, a premium on smart shopping

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Mike DiGiovanna) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:50:55 -0500

This winter's free-agent class included a Prince (Fielder) who got a deal fit for a king and a reliever who came...

Giants need to add offense to go with stellar pitching

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Phil Rogers) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:42:20 -0500

When it comes to winning games, Bruce Bochy does more with less. He wouldn't mind a little more relaxation. With...

Patrick Soon-Shiong intends to take part in bid for Dodgers

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Bill Shaikin) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:42:17 -0500

LOS ANGELES - He's in, but with whom? Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, who could sway the balance of financial power...

Kershaw signs with Dodgers for $19 million over two yearsa

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Dylan Hernandez) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:53:00 -0500

LOS ANGELES - Clayton Kershaw became a newly minted millionaire and avoided a potentially contentious salary arbitration...

Sox stuck with roster

trose@heraldinteractive.com (John Tomase) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:36:47 -0500

The Red Sox didn't suddenly get stingy. They're just confronting the reality of a payroll that could end up near...

A's agree to extend GM Billy Beane through 2019

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:08:51 -0500

Billy Beane is planning to stay in the Bay Area for the long haul. Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff said Tuesday...

Paul Konerko the leader in White Sox clubhouse

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Dave van Dyck) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:46:10 -0500

CHICAGO - With Ozzie Guillen and Mark Buehrle gone, White Sox veteran Paul Konerko - whether he likes it or not...

Cardinals add Alex Cora to the mix

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Derrick Goold) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:11:08 -0500

ST. LOUIS - Looking for a veteran who could satisfy their need for depth and their hope to add seasoning to the...

Joe Beimel, Conor Jackson agree with Texas Rangers

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:02:36 -0500

ARLINGTON, Texas - Left-handed reliever Joe Beimel and first baseman-outfielder Conor Jackson have agreed to minor...

Braves unveil another alternate home uniform

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:49:55 -0500

ATLANTA - Hank Aaron recognized the look. Just not the feel. The Atlanta Braves unveiled a new alternate home...

2012 Spring Training Schedule

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:50:28 -0500

All Times EST Subject to change Wednesday, Feb. 29 Florida State vs. Philadelphia at Clearwater, Fla.,...

Anibal Sanchez 1st player to win in arbitration this year

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:57:21 -0500

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.- Miami Marlins pitcher Anibal Sanchez became the first player to win in salary arbitration...

Source: Nats sign Rick Ankiel to minor league deal

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:44:17 -0500

WASHINGTON - A person familiar with the deal says the Washington Nationals have signed outfielder Rick Ankiel to...

Rockies acquire Guthrie from Orioles

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Associated Press) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:13:45 -0500

DENVER - The Colorado Rockies acquired veteran right-hander Jeremy Guthrie from the Baltimore Orioles on Monday,...

Rangers should say 'no thanks' to Josh Hamilton bidding war

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Mac Engel) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:09:41 -0500

ARLINGTON, Texas - Bye, Josh. It's too bad because Josh Hamilton might be the most talented baseball player...

One case Ace-d for Sox

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Scott Lauber) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:01:08 -0500

And then there was David Ortiz. The Red Sox avoided an arbitration hearing with Alfredo Aceves, agreeing yesterday...

Outlook today: Simply Super

trose@heraldinteractive.com (Scott Lauber) — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:44:25 -0500

On Feb. 19, Red Sox pitchers and catchers will gather in Fort Myers for their first mandatory workout, and the...