Rangers rebuild pivots after star exodus in Arizona
Rangers shed high profile stars such as Alex Rodriguez and Rafael Palmeiro, replaced them with younger players like Mark Teixeira and Hank Blalock, and slashed payroll from 105 million to 62 million as Buck Showalter builds a tougher, team oriented lineup.
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Trammell Opens Up on Leaving Yankees and Mood
Bubba Trammell revealed he left the Yankees and sat out the second half of last season due to low mood. He signed a one year 1.85 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers and aims to be a top right handed power hitter. The outfielder played 22 games for New York before his June departure and was later released from his 2.5 million deal with the Yankees.
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Ageless Finley to lead Diamondbacks at leadoff
Steve Finley, turning 39, remains a productive leadoff candidate for Arizona in spring training. Manager Bob Brenly plans a fixed order with Finley atop the lineup, noting his continued power, contact and Gold Glove defense. Finley led in triples last season among active players and brings decades of experience to the leadoff role.
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Smoltz Urges Tougher Steroid Testing in MLB
Braves closer John Smoltz urged MLB to strengthen steroid testing saying the sport’s integrity is at stake. He criticized the 2002 policy as a smoke screen and noted 5 to 7 percent of tests last season were positive. He cited Pound and the need for meaningful penalties and tests.
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