Mar
18
2009
Updates from around the league…
Aaron Boone today announced at the Astros news conference today that he has a heart problem and will be out this year. His career is in jeopardy although the injury is not serious; he has been asymptomatic since College. Many thought this conference would be to announce they have signed Pedro Martinez but that was not the case.
The US vs. Venezuela WBC game tonight is in a rain delay and first pitch is to be at 8:05. If it gets cancelled, both teams are co-winners with the US versing the pool 1 winner.
Freddy Garcia is not likely to be the 5th starter for the Mets. If they cut him they could save a potential 8-9 MM in incentives.
The Nationals have signed Joe Biemel to a 1 year deal worth 2 MM. They also cut Shawn Hill meaning #1 top prospect Jordan Zimmerman will likely be in the rotation.
Leon Boyd, the Netherlands closer in the WBC was given a minor league deal by the Toronto Blue Jays.
Tom Gorzelanny has been optioned to AAA for the Pirates.
The Red Sox released Josh Bard meaning George Kattaras will be Varitek’s backup and likely start when Tim Wakefield pitches.
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