Green vs Lucas set for tough interim title clash in Montreal
Australian slugger Danny Green expects a brutal test against Monttreal Lucas for the WBC interim super middleweight title on December 20 at the Bell Centre. Green, 16-1, says Lucas, 36-5-3, is the best he has faced and vows a 12 round war to earn a shot at champion Markus Beyer on February 28.
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Pettitte leaves Yankees for Astros in $31.5 million deal
Pettitte signs a three year contract with Houston after four World Series titles with New York. The move aims to boost the Astros toward their first championship with a strengthened rotation alongside Roy Oswales and Wade Miller. Rumors link Roger Clemens to Houston as a potential addition. The Yankees trade Andy Pettitte amid interest in Kevin Brown, Jol Weaver, and two minor leaguers with a $15 million option noted.
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Yankees lose Pettitte as off-season saga unfolds
New York drops star pitcher Andy Pettitte to Houston in a blow to the Yankees rotation and clubhouse. The shift follows a busy period where Boston added Curt Schilling and pursued Alex Rodriguez as New York contends with a fading dynasty. Pettitte cited lack of serious courting as the reason for his departure.
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White Sox sign Mark Buehrle to $18 million deal
Left hander Mark Buehrle agreed to a three year $18 million contract with the Chicago White Sox. The agreement includes a 2007 club option and fixed salaries of 3.5 million in 2004 5.75 million in 2005 and 7.75 million in 2006 with a 9.5 million option for 2007 and a 1 million buyout.
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Mariners re sign Winn and Franklin in multi year deals
Seattle Mariners lock in Randy Winn on an 11 million three year contract and Ryan Franklin on a 4.3 million two year deal. Winn hit 295 with 11 homers and 75 RBIs last season while Franklin adds pitching depth.
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41-year-old Plesac retires after 18-year career
Philadelphia reliever Dan Plesac, 41, announced his retirement ending an 18-year run. He appeared in 1,064 games, ranking fourth all time. Plesac had been offered salary arbitration by the Phillies but chose retirement to spend time with his family. He finished 65-7 with 158 saves and a 3.64 ERA.
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