The Kansas City Royals and outfielder Alex Gordon avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract worth $4,775,000.

AL championship series MVP Nelson Cruz has agreed to a two-year contract with the Texas Rangers.

Ottawa could soon become home to a double-A baseball team if a Massachusetts-based company has its way, according to a recent report.

Left-handed reliever Craig Breslow and the Arizona Diamondbacks agreed to a one-year contract to avoid arbitration.

Rich Harden had surgery to repair a torn capsule in hisr rght shoulder last week and is expected to miss the entire season.

Tune into Connected Tuesday to join Stephen Brunt with Jose Bautista in Dominican Republic for a candid look into the life of the Jays star.

In a new book, former Red Sox pitcher Dennis (Oil Can) Boyd says he was under the influence of cocaine two-thirds of the time he pitched.

The Baseball Hall of Fame is starting a drug education program for students and young adults.

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

Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff pushes public, MLB for approval to move the team to San Jose.

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

The Cincinnati Reds signed outfielder Ryan Ludwick to a one-year contract.

The Cincinnati Reds signed Canadian left-hander Jeff Francis to a minor-league deal Wednesday.

Russell Branyan has agreed to a minor league contract with the New York Yankees.

Miami Marlins infielder Emilio Bonifacio was awarded $2.2 million in salary arbitration after earning $425,000 last season.

Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton has been to New York to visit with MLB doctors following his admitted relapse with alcohol.

The Oakland Athletics have agreed to extend the contract of general manager Billy Beane through the 2019 season.

Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw and the L.A. Dodgers avoided a salary arbitration hearing next week, agreeing to a two-year deal.

Lawyers have filed a lawsuit that claims George Brett has been falsely advertising performance enhancing necklaces and bracelets.

The Twins announced Tuesday it will auction off a baseball autographed by reality starlet Kim Kardashian and her ex-husband Kris Humphries.

The Baltimore Orioles have had talks with Manny Ramirez's agent, according to general manager Dan Duquette.

Rusty Staub, Doug Melvin, Rheal Cormier and the 2011 Canadian men’s national team are on their way to the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.

Light-hitting infielder Alex Cora has agreed to a minor league contract with the St. Louis Cardinals and would get an US$800,000 deal if added to the 40-man roster.<

The Atlanta Braves unveiled a new alternate home uniform Monday that is based on the attire worn when the team moved from Milwaukee in 1966.

The Seattle Mariners have agreed to a one-year contract with pitchers Shawn Camp in an attempt to add bullpen depth.

An AP source says the Washington Nationals have signed outfielder Rick Ankiel to a minor league contract.

The Colorado Rockies have agreed to trade pitchers Matt Lindstrom and Jason Hammel to the Baltimore Orioles for right-hander Jeremy Guthrie.

Miami Marlins' Anibal Sanchez became the first player to win in salary arbitration this year when a 3-person panel awarded him US$8 million.

Right-hander Alfredo Aceves and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a US$1.2 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to terms with reliever Todd Coffey on a US$1.3 million, one-year contract with a club option for 2013.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have asked a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge to disallow claims against the team filed by Bryan Stow.

Manny Ramirez is showing interest in signing with the Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics and Baltimore Orioles.

First baseman Dan Johnson, whose dramatic home run on the final night of the regular season helped Tampa Bay reach last year's playoffs, has agreed to a minor-league contract with the Chicago White Sox.

Shaun Marcum and the Brewers agreed to a one-year, US$7.725-million deal Friday just ahead of the start of their arbitration hearing.

Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, a recovering alcoholic, admitted Friday he had a relapse and drank alcohol in a Dallas-area bar.

The Cleveland Indians have added first baseman Casey Kotchman to their ever-changing roster, finalizing the one-year deal Friday.

Right-hander Matt Garza agreed to a US$9.5-million, one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs, narrowly avoiding salary arbitration.

Sheriff's detectives say an American League Championship ring belonging to Chicago Cubs pitcher Matt Garza has been stolen from his home.

Right-hander Micah Owings and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a US$1 million, one-year contract.

The Dallas Morning News is reporting Rangers outfielder and recovering drug addict Josh Hamilton had a relapse earlier this week.

A woman has been charged with stalking and shaking down New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman.

Sources say the Cleveland Indians have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with free agent first baseman Casey Kotchman.

The Washington Nationals announced Thursday that pitcher Edwin Jackson has agreed to a one-year contract with the team.

Left-hander Rafael Perez and the Cleveland Indians have agreed to a one-year contract worth $2,005,000 and avoided salary arbitration.

The Washington Nationals have agreed to terms with right-handed reliever Chad Durbin for a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Carlos Guillen is returning to Seattle after agreeing to a minor league contract with the Mariners.

Francisco Cordero is excited about his opportunity on what he believes is an up-and-coming Blue Jays team.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed right-handed reliever Juan Cruz to a minor league contract and will invite him to spring training.

Toronto Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos put the finishing touches on his bullpen makeover Wednesday by signing veteran right-hander Francisco Cordero to a US$4.5-million, one-year contract

Francisco Cordero is officially a member of the Blue Jays. On Wednesday the club signed the right-hander to a one-year, $4.5 million deal.

Chipper Jones is feeling upbeat about his health as he moves closer to his 18th season with the Atlanta Braves and is not ready to retire.

Right-hander Dustin Moseley has agreed to a one-year contract with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday, avoiding arbitration.

The Houston Astros have agreed to a minor league contract with former World Series MVP Livan Hernandez.

Former Chicago Cubs general manager Jim Hendry has been hired by the New York Yankees as a special assignment scout.

Report: Jays slugger Jose Bautista has not been tested 16 times in the past two seasons under MLB's drug prevention and treatment program.

Right-hander Chad Qualls has signed a one-year, $1.15 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.

The Indians have acquired versatile Russ Canzler, last year's MVP of the International League, from Tampa Bay for cash.

Arizona and catcher Miguel Montero have agreed to a $5.9 million, one-year contract, just before being the first arbitration case this year.

Fearing the artificial turf might cost them a shot at elite free agents, the Toronto Blue Jays are exploring installing a grass field.

Alex Anthopoulos, Buck Martinez, Paul Beeston and John Farrell answer questions at the Jays State of the Franchise event Monday night.

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Nyjer Morgan will lace up his skates and join the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday for practice.

Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson remains hospitalized in Florida with a shoulder injury following a freak fall from a stage.

The Milwaukee Brewers have signed formery Blue Jays outfielder Corey Patterson to a minor league contract.

The Hall of Fame Classic is moving to a new date -- the Saturday before Father's Day.

Texas manager Ron Washington has signed a two-year contract extension through the 2014 season.

Victor Martinez had knee surgery and will need a second operation, another indication he is likely to miss the entire 2012 season.

Toronto Blue Jay slugger Jose Bautista has been chosen cover athlete for the Canadian edition of the "MLB 12 The Show" video game.

An Oakland executive says the Athletics remain open to signing slugger Manny Ramirez but the team is not actively pursuing the free agent.

Hedge fund head Steven Cohen and groups including Joe Torre and Magic Johnson have survived the first round of cuts in bidding for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Justin Morneau says he's "hopeful" he'll be strong enough to start the season at first base for the Minnesota Twins.

San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has passed his physical and officially signed his US$40.5 million, two-year contract.

Commissioner Bud Selig says he expects baseball to expand its playoffs this season.

Free agent infielder Jeff Keppinger has signed to a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.

Right-fielder Hunter Pence has agreed to a US$10.4 million, one-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, avoiding arbitration.

The San Francisco Giants have reached agreement on a US$1.25 million, one-year contract with utility infielder Ryan Theriot.

Miss Friday's live Blue Jays chat with sportsnet.ca baseball columnist Scott Carson? We've got a full transcript for you here.

The Boston Red Sox on Thursday confirmed the signing of outfielder Cody Ross to a one-year contract.

The Cleveland Indians agreed to terms with free-agent reliever Dan Wheeler on a minor-league contract Thursday.

The New York Yankees have finalized their US$10-million, one-year contract with free-agent right-hander Hiroki Kuroda.

The Oakland Athletics and outfielder Jonny Gomes agreed to a one-year contract Thursday.

Prince Fielder said "dreams come true" as he officially signed a US$214-million, nine-year contract with the Detroit Tigers.

Cleveland Indians pitcher Fausto Carmona has been placed on baseball's restricted list following his arrest for false identity.

Free-agent reliever Brad Lidge agreed to a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals on Thursday.

Drug testing in MLB is supposed to be random, which is why eyebrows have been raised over Jose Bautista's comments last Saturday.

The Boston Red Sox agreed to terms Wednesday with right-handed pitcher Andrew Bailey on a one-year contract worth US$3.9 million.

Major League Baseball has told teams that Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes is eligible to negotiate with big league teams.

The Cincinnati Reds acquired infielder Wilson Valdez from the Philadelphia Phillies for minor league pitcher Jeremy Horst on Wednesday.

The Baltimore Orioles and infielder Robert Andino have agreed to terms on a one-year deal, avoiding arbitration.

The Tigers signing Prince Fielder on Tuesday is the latest splash made by an AL team this off-season, a blueprint the Blue Jays can follow.

Agent: Cuban Yoenis Cespedes has established legal residency in the Dominican Republic, the final hurdle to becoming a free agent.

Tony La Russa will become the second retired manager to lead an all-star team next summer, joining Hall of Famer John McGraw.

Brandon Morrow talks about his competitive side, dealing with pressure and what he has to do to become more consistent on the mound.

Canadian catcher Russell Martin and the Yankees avoided arbitration when they agreed to a one-year $7.5 million contract on Tuesday.

Free agent first baseman Prince Fielder and the Detroit Tigers agreed Tuesday on a nine-year, US$214 million contract.

The Toronto Blue Jays continued their off-season bullpen makeover on Monday, signing free agent Francisco Cordero to a one-year deal.

Infielder Wilson Betemit and the Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a US$3.25-million, two-year contract.

The Oakland Athletics and free agent right-hander Bartolo Colon have agreed to terms on a one-year contract.

Tim Lincecum and the San Francisco Giants reached a verbal agreement Tuesday on a two-year contract worth US$40.5 million.

Prince Fielder has found a home, agreeing Monday to a nine-year, $214 million deal with the Detroit Tigers according to multiple reports.

Cleveland Indians manager Manny Acta says the team is doing what it can to speed up the pitcher known as Fausto Carmona's arrival.

Flanked by his wife and children, with five World Series trophies sitting on a table to his right, Jorge Posada announced his retirement.

Yu Darvish said a desire to become the world's best pitcher was behind his decision to leave Japan and sign with the Texas Rangers.

Citing loyalty to Toronto Blue Jays GM Alex Anthopoulos, Brandon Morrow officially signed his name to a three-year extension on Tuesday.

Kevin Millwood and the Seattle Mariners have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Tim Duncan sank a 13-foot runner with 1.4 seconds left helping the San Antonio Spurs to a 104-102 win over the New Orleans Hornets.

Omar Vizquel, who turns 45 in April, and the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a one-year contract.

Omar Vizquel, who turns 45 in April, and the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a one-year contract.

The Toronto Blue Jays and Brandon Morrow appear set to avoid arbitration by closing in on a US$20-million, three-year contract extension.

The Mariners and Yankees have finalized their trade sending all-star pitcher Michael Pineda to the Yankees for young slugger Jesus Montero.

New Houston Astros owner Jim Crane is considering changing the name of the franchise as well as its uniforms.

Outfielder Michael Morse's two-year contract with the Washington Nationals is worth US$10.5 million.

The Colorado Rockies have acquired infielder Marco Scutaro from the Boston Red Sox for right-hander Clayton Mortensen.

Yu Darvish has been formally introduced by the Texas Rangers. The 25-year-old right-hander was presented his No. 11 Texas jersey.

Free-agent closer Ryan Madson and the Cincinnati Reds finalized their US$8.5 million, one-year contract Friday.

Outfielder Brett Gardner and the New York Yankees agreed to a US$2.8-million, one-year contract Friday to avoid salary arbitration.

Free-agent closer Ryan Madson and the Cincinnati Reds finalized their US$8.5 million, one-year contract Friday.

Relief pitcher Sergio Romo and the San Francisco Giants settled on a US$1.575-million one-year contract Friday, avoiding arbitration.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have filed a bankruptcy reorganization plan, a week after resolving a court fight with Fox Sports.

Free-agent catcher Chris Snyder agreed to a one-year contract Friday with the Houston Astros, a deal that includes a 2013 mutual option.

The Indians pitcher known as Fausto Carmona was released following his arrest for allegedly using a false identity to play in the U.S.

The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed on a one-year contract with slugger Carlos Pena.

The Oakland Athletics and Jonny Gomes were working Thursday to finalize a deal to bring the 31-year-old outfielder back to his roots.

Ryan Braun's appeal of his positive drug test began Thursday before baseball arbitrator Shyam Das.

A Judge has ratified a binding agreement between outgoing Dodgers owner Frank McCourt and Jamie McCourt in their divorce case.

The Boston Red Sox are eager for the start of spring training, attempt to erase the memory of their collapse last season.

The condition of former Montreal Expos great Gary Carter has worsened in recent weeks as he continues to fight brain cancer.

Police in the Dominican Republic say the Cleveland Indians pitcher known as Fausto Carmona has been arrested for using a fake indentity.

Paul Beeston took to the airwaves Thursday to address a number of hot topics surrounding his club including team payroll and Prince Fielder.

Japan's best pitcher, Yu Darvish, and the Texas Rangers agreed before Wednesday's deadline to a US$60 million, six-year contract.

Jack Cust has agreed to a $600,000, one-year contract with the Houston Astros after getting released by Seattle and Philadelphia last year.

The Boston Red Sox and Jacoby Ellsbury agreed to a one-year, non-guaranteed contract worth $8.05 million, avoiding salary arbitration.

San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has asked for US$21.5 million in salary arbitration and been offered $17 million.

The Milwaukee Brewers signed Japanese star Norichika Aoki to a two-year deal with a club option for 2014.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford had surgery on his left wrist Tuesday and could miss opening day.

Dayan Viciedo is looking to his native Cuba to find some help for the Chicago White Sox.

Left-hander Cole Hamels and the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed on a US$15-million, one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.

Tigers star Victor Martinez could miss the entire 2012 season after injuring his left knee during off-season conditioning.

Relievers Joba Chamberlain and David Robertson agreed to one-year contracts with the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

The Milwaukee Brewers and reliever Francisco Rodriguez agreed to an US$8-million, one-year deal to avoid arbitration Tuesday.

The Milwaukee Brewers announced Tuesday that infielder Craig Counsell has decided to retire and join the club's front office.

The Toronto Blue Jays avoided salary arbitration with Carlos Villanueva on Tuesday while three other key players for 2012 remain unsigned.

Andre Ethier has agreed to a US$10.95-million, one-year contact with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Right-hander Mark Lowe and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a $1.7 million, one-year contract, a raise of $500,000.

A source familiar with the deal reports OF Melky Cabrera and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $6 million, one-year contract.

Ryan Ludwick and the Cincinnati Reds agreed to a US$2.5-million, one-year contract Monday, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.

Thanks to the efforts of 'Right To Play' among others, Uganda's little league baseball team will get to play a team from Langley B.C.

Players and teams started rushing to settle arbitration cases Monday, a day before the sides were to swap proposed salaries.

Coming off an emotional 2011 season full of special memories, Adam Loewen has no idea what to expect in 2012 and that's just fine with him.

The Colorado Rockies have traded outfielder Seth Smith to the Oakland Athletics for right-hander Guillermo Moscoso and left-hander Josh Outman.

The Detroit Tigers agreed to a US$3.1-million contract with right-hander Rick Porcello and a $1.1-million deal with left-hander Phil Coke.

Catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia and the Boston Red Sox have reached agreement on a one-year contract.

A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Oakland Athletics and Bartolo Colon have reached agreement on a one-year deal.

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed CF Colby Rasmus to a one-year contract worth $2.7 million.

Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts hopes the sexual assault allegation against all-star shortstop Starlin Castro gets settled soon.

According to a person familiar with the deal, right-hander Hiroki Kuroda has agreed to a US$10 million, one-year contract with the Yankees.

A person familiar with the meeting says free agent slugger Prince Fielder is in Texas to talk with the American League champion Rangers.

The New York Yankees have reportedly acquired pitcher Michael Pineda from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for catcher Jesus Montero.

Relief pitcher Kerry Wood is returning to the Chicago Cubs, as he reached an agreement with the club on a one-year extension Friday.

San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum headed 142 players filing for arbitration, with figures due to be exchanged next week.

Members of the Blue Jays winter tour received a scare Friday when mechanical issues forced their flight to make an abrupt landing.

By bringing some of their best prospects to town, the Toronto Blue Jays are dangling a very large carrot in front of their Generation Next.

Texas Rangers President Nolan Ryan says he's confident of signing Japanese pitching sensation Yu Darvish by a Wednesday deadline.

Blue Jays GM Alex Anthopoulos joins Damien Cox and Bob McCown on PTS to talk about the state of his club.

MLB owners have put off approving the sale of the San Diego Padres to Jeff Moorad, commissioner Bud Selig announced Thursday.

Bud Selig says Major League Baseball is working rather quickly to resolve the proposed move of the Oakland Athletics ballpark to San Jose.

Commissioner Bud Selig is "very hopeful" another wild-card team from each league will be added this season.

Johan Santana hopes to be back on the mound for the New York Mets when the season starts, but isn't sure if he'll be ready by then.

The Blue Jays star third basemen appeared on the Brady & Lang show Thursday to talk 2012 and his impressions of the Winter Caravan.

Free agent Luke Scott has agreed to a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Miss Friday's live Blue Jays chat with Mike Wilner? No problem. We've digitally preserved every minute of it here for your enjoyment.

Sportsnet's Michael Grange visits Jays ace Ricky Romero at his home in L.A. to talk ball, family and growing up in a rough neighbourhood.

A Mattingly will be back in uniform in the New York Yankees' organization this year -- Preston.

Outfielder Scott Hairston and the New York Mets have finalized a US$1.1 million, one-year contract.

Members of the Reds' organization, former players and politicians were on hand to welcome the baseball's newest Hall of Famer, Barry Larkin.

Baseball commissioner Bud Selig has been given a two-year contract extension through the 2014 season.

A judge approved a settlement between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Fox Sports on Wednesday that clears the way for the sale of the team.

Free agent reliever Ryan Madson has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Cincinnati Reds.

Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Sammy Sosa will make their first appearance on the Cooperstown ballot next year.

Howie Kendrick was determined to stick with the only team that has ever employed him no matter who might be over at first base.

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year contract with left-handed pitcher Paul Maholm, adding depth to their starting rotation.

The Baltimore Orioles have signed Taiwanese left-hander Wei-yin Chen to a three-year contract, a move they hope will enhance their rotation.

The World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals will be honoured by U.S. President Barack Obama at the White House on Jan. 17.