Minnesota Twins in contraction fight stirs fans and lawmakers
In St Paul, Minnesota battles to save the Twins as owners vote to dissolve two teams. Petitions, lawsuits, and stadium talks surge while Montreal Expos face similar fate. Governors and fans push back amid national contraction debate.
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Yankees Trade Justice to Mets for Ventura in Crosstown Swap
New York Yankees exchange outfielder David Justice for third baseman Robin Ventura in a historic cross town deal first between the teams in eight years. The move aims to fill third base after Scott Brosius retirement while Drew Henson nears readiness. Yankees also sign reliever Steve Karsay to a four year deal. Mets had a poor offensive season last year and seek rebound in 2002.
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Jays acquire Hinske and Miller in Koch trade with A's
Toronto trades closer Billy Koch to Oakland for third baseman Eric Hinske and pitcher Justin Miller. Ricciardi cites youth pitching and power as goals, Hinske offers on base ability and power, Miller shows multi pitch aptitude. Koch to join A's closer replacement discussion. Escobar named Jays closer pending health.
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Gonzalez Likely Returns as Indians Offer Arbitration
Juan Gonzalez received a first deadline chance to stay with the Cleveland Indians as teams could offer salary arbitration by Friday midnight EST. Cleveland offered arbitration despite declining a $14 million option, citing the sum as too costly after a 325 batting average with 35 homers and 140 RBIs.
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