A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that injury-plagued pitcher Kelvim Escobar and the New York Mets have reached a preliminary agreement on a $1.25 million, one-year-contract. ...more

December 27, 2009

It's fair to say Morgan Ensberg was looking for good vibes as much as anything when he chose to sign a minor-league deal with the Rays shortly before spring training. ...more

February 20, 2009

Eight Rays were listed on initial rosters for the World Baseball Classic submitted Monday, but not all are expected to participate in the event. ...more

January 20, 2009

Two weeks ago, Jamie Heward was in limbo, working out with the Norfolk Admirals while deciding his next move. ...more

October 15, 2008

Braves ace John Smoltz still has inflammation and discomfort in his right shoulder, leaving him unsure when he'll be able to pitch again. ...more

May 20, 2008

It says a lot about Carlos Pena that the bulk of the praise offered by Joe Maddon and Andrew Friedman after the Devil Rays' first baseman was named AL Comeback Player of the Year on Tuesday had nothing to do with his eye-popping statistics. ...more

October 3, 2007