With his contract situation settled and his future in the Bronx set for the next three years, general manager Brian Cashman got back to work Monday. Cashman spent the day preparing for the Yankees' organizational meetings, which will take place this week in the Bronx.
Cashman set to deal with Matsui’s status
31-Oct-05
With his contract situation settled and his future in the Bronx set for the next three years, general manager Brian Cashman got back to work Monday. Cashman spent the day preparing for the Yankees' organizational meetings, which will take place this week in the Bronx.
Mets prepare to launch pursuit of Furcal
31-Oct-05
The third day of the free agent filing period brought with it some expected house-keeping by the Mets as well as an opportunity for them to launch a pursuit of a free agent who could further change their image -- Rafael Furcal.
Epstein, Sox can’t reach new deal
31-Oct-05
Theo Epstein, the general manager of the Red Sox for the past three years, has decided to leave the organization instead of accepting a new contract.
Astros extend Garner’s contract
31-Oct-05
In what will likely be the biggest no-brainer of the offseason, the Houston Astros extended the contract of manager Phil Garner by one year, through the 2007 season. Since taking over as interim manager on July 14, 2004, the 56-year-old Garner has led the Astros to a 137-99 (.581) record, including an 89-73 record during the 2005 regular season.
Furcal, Farnsworth file for free agency
31-Oct-05
Rafael Furcal and Kyle Farnsworth, the Braves' two most attractive free agents, filed for free agency Monday.
Delay to ex-Refco chief’s hearing
31-Oct-05
A court hearing for the former boss of US brokerage Refco, Phillip Bennett, is postponed until 10 November.
Mystery Chinese outfit eyes Exxon
31-Oct-05
US oil giant Exxon Mobil dismisses a proposed bid to buy it from a little known Chinese firm for $450bn.
Jones hauls in Silver Slugger Award
31-Oct-05
Braves center fielder Andruw Jones was named a 2005 Silver Slugger Award winner on Monday. The award, determined by Major League Baseball managers and coaches, is given to the players viewed as the best offensive producers at each position.
Mailbag: How is the rotation looking?
31-Oct-05
Who will join veterans John Smoltz and Tim Hudson in the Braves' 2006 starting rotation? Why did Atlanta hire Roger McDowell as its new pitching coach? Beat reporter Mark Bowman answers those questions and more in his weekly mailbag.
A-Rod, Sheff win Silver Slugger awards
31-Oct-05
Awards season began Monday, and Alex Rodriguez and Gary Sheffield were named 2005 Silver Slugger Award winners. The award, determined by coaches and managers, is given to the players viewed as the best offensive producers at each position.
US spending up on storm payouts
31-Oct-05
US consumers increase their spending by 0.5% in September, boosted by hurricane insurance payouts.
Mailbag: Looking back, looking forward
31-Oct-05
In the latest edition of the Yankees Mailbag, beat writer Mark Feinsand answers questions about Alex Rodriguez and his role in the Bombers' short postseason, Jaret Wright's contract status, the possibility of signing B.J. Ryan, Ramiro Mendoza and more.
AOL founder leaves Time Warner
31-Oct-05
Steve Case, a founder of AOL and a key player in its merger with Time Warner, resigns from the media giant's board.
Braves clips for October 31
31-Oct-05
Braves Clips for October 31