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Heyman On Fielder, Moreland, Kuroda
MLB Trade Rumors &bull Dec 15, 2011
Agent Scott Boras hasn't explicitly stated Prince Fielder's asking price, but one GM with some interest in the free agent first baseman says he knows the target figure. Though Rangers people have suggested they're focused on pitching and trades, Heyman… Full Story »
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Braves Interested In Ronny Cedeno
MLB Trade Rumors &bull Dec 15, 2011
The Braves are among the teams interested in free agent shortstop Ronny Cedeno, according to David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (on Twitter). The Peter E. Greenberg & Associates client has been on Atlanta's backup shortstop and utility list all… Full Story »
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Furcal re-signs with Cardinals
Sacramento Bee Baseball News &bull Dec 14, 2011
St. Louis, MO (Sports Network) - Shortstop Rafael Furcal agreed to a two-year contract to with the St. Louis Cardinals, the team announced on Wednesday. Furcal was a trade-deadline acquisition from the Dodgers last season and hit .255 in 50… Full Story »
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Orioles, Braves Discussed Deal With Jurrjens, Prado
MLB Trade Rumors &bull Dec 14, 2011
The Orioles and Braves have discussed a deal that included both righty Jair Jurrjens and infielder/outfielder Martin Prado, reported Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports yesterday. However, the FOX writers find it unlikely that the Braves would… Full Story »
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Quick Hits: A's, Braves, Cordero, Lee, Pujols, Rockies
MLB Trade Rumors &bull Dec 13, 2011
The Red Sox have not yet made catcher and captain Jason Varitek a contract offer, reports Rob Bradford of WEEI.com. Boston addedKelly Shoppach to Jarrod Saltalamacchia and Ryan Lavarnway on Tuesday, a move that likely spelled the end of Varitek's… Full Story »
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NL East Links: Rollins, Conrad, Mets, Baxter
MLB Trade Rumors &bull Dec 13, 2011
Eight years ago today, the Braves acquired J.D. Drew and Eli Marrero from the Cardinals in exchange for Ray King, Jason Marquis, and a pitching prospect named Adam Wainwright. Here's the latest from the NL East (all links go to… Full Story »
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Former Indians reliever John Rocker admits to steroids use
Cleveland.com Indians Blog &bull Dec 13, 2011Former major league closer John Rocker, who gained more notoriety for his controversial comments than his 100-mph fastball, has admitted to steroids use during his major league career. Rocker's revelations came during an interview with radio host and freelance writer… Full Story »
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Report: Rockier admits to using steroids as Brave
Sports Illustrated MLB News &bull Dec 13, 2011
Former controversial MLB closer John Rocker admitted to steroid use when he was with the Atlanta Braves during a radio interview with Mike Silva, USA Today reports. No. Can I throw 3 or 4 mph harder because of it? Yes.… Full Story »
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Braves not offering contracts to Moylan, Conrad
USA Today NL Baseball &bull Dec 13, 2011The Atlanta Braves are not offering a contract to right-hander Peter Moylan, who has been one of the team's top relievers the last six years ... Full Story »
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Braves not offering contracts to right-hander Peter Moylan, infielder Brooks Conrad
Washington Post Nationals News &bull Dec 13, 2011
ATLANTA - The Atlanta Braves are not offering a contract to right-hander Peter Moylan, who has been one of the team's top relievers the last six years. The 31-year-old Moylan has appeared in 80 or more games in three of… Full Story »
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Ex-pitcher John Rocker is backing Newt Gingrich
Bob Raissman on MLB on New York Daily News &bull Dec 13, 2011
This may be one endorsement Newt Gingrich doesn't want. John Rocker, the former Atlanta Braves relief pitcher who notoriously compared Queens to Beirut while slandering a slew of ethnic groups, said Tuesday he's supporting the former House Speaker. Full Story »
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Five who stayed
STL Today Baseball News &bull Dec 9, 2011
Brett, who played all 21 of his seasons with Kansas City, never allowed himself to be a free agent. His best contract was in 1991, in his 19th season, at $3.105 million. The Hall of Famer was a free agent… Full Story »
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Brewers fill shortstop hole with Braves' Gonzalez
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MLB/Pirates News &bull Dec 9, 2011
Chicago acquired third baseman Ian Stewart and right-handed reliever Casey Weathers from the Colorado Rockies for outfielder Tyler Colvin and infielder D.J. LeMahieu. Boston is planning a big party for the 100th birthday of Fenway Park. The ballpark will have… Full Story »
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Honestly, losing Jose Reyes isn't big news
Bugs and Cranks MLB News &bull Dec 5, 2011
The level of shock across the Mets blogosphere is startling. We all saw this coming. Ray freaking Charles saw this coming, and he's dead (not to mention a Braves fan) Jose Reyes was never going to re-sign with the Mets.… Full Story »
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Baseball GMs starting their holiday shopping
New York Daily News Mets News &bull Dec 4, 2011Besides the Marlins, the Phillies and Braves are also poised to put even more distance between themselves and the Mets in the NL East. The Braves are looking for a power bat and Philly is looking to upgrade its offense… Full Story »
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Astros sign ex-Brave Hernandez to minor-league deal with spring training invite
Houston Chronicle Astros Blog &bull Dec 2, 2011The Astros announced the signing of infielder Diory Hernandez to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training. Hernandez, 27, has hit .157 with a .195 on-base percentage and a .260 slugging percentage in 138 at-bats… Full Story »
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Rockies' Chris Iannetta on trading block; Braves' Martin Prado on radar
Denver Post Rockies News &bull Nov 30, 2011The Rockies' desire for a nip-and-tuck makeover tilting toward a roster shakeup is reflected in their aggressiveness in trade discussions with other teams. Full Story »
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Hudson has back surgery; should be ready in spring
Atlanta Journal Constitution Braves News &bull Nov 29, 2011
Braves pitcher Tim Hudson underwent back surgery for a herniated disc on Monday, but doctors said the 36-year-old right-hander should be ready for spring training. His back bothered him to varying degrees for the past two seasons, though surgery wasn't… Full Story »
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Braves' Terdoslavich Kept Hammering In AFL
Baseball America &bull Nov 22, 2011
For most prospects, a stint in the Arizona Fall League represents an opportunity to get in a few more games against some of baseball's best up-and-coming players. For Joey Terdoslavich, the seven-week stint has been a continuation of his coming-out… Full Story »
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Braves on the 2012 books
USA Today NL Baseball &bull Nov 22, 2011For more information about reprints & permissions, visit our FAQ's. To report corrections and clarifications, contact Standards Editor Brent Jones. For publication consideration in the newspaper, send comments to letters@usatoday.com. Include name, phone number, city and state for verification. To… Full Story »
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