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Nats give Bret Boone minor league deal (AP)

 
Bret Boone came out of retirement to sign a non-guaranteed, minor league contract with the Washington Nationals on Monday, joining his younger brother, infielder Aaron, and their father, assistant general manager Bob, with the club. Boone, who turns 39 in April, hasn't played in the majors since 2005, when he spent time with Seattle and Minnesota. (link)

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