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Dodgers Sign Mark Loretta, Casey Blake Deal Said Near
The Dodgers signed utility man Mark Loretta to a one-year deal, terms unknown. He will replace Nomar Garciaparra as the team's utility infielder. The 36-year-old Loretta hit .280/.350/.383 this year with the Astros. Loretta is insurance against Chin-Lung Hu not being ready, which it's likely ...
Dodgers agree to terms with Loretta | dodgers.com: News
Dodgers agree to terms with Loretta | dodgers.com: News
losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com — LAS VEGAS -- While closing in on re-signing third baseman Casey Blake, the Dodgers further solidified their... infield depth Monday night by agreeing to terms with veteran utilityman Mark Loretta on a one-year contract, according to agent Bob Garber. ... (more) Dodgers agree to terms with Loretta | dodgers.com: News
Reports: Veteran Loretta agrees with Dodgers
Reports: Veteran Loretta agrees with Dodgers
sports.espn.go.com — The Dodgers have reached an agreement with infielder Mark Loretta, pending a physical, according to multiple media... outlets. (more) Reports: Veteran Loretta agrees with Dodgers
Will Manny Ramirez cave and take the Dodgers' arbitration?
Will Manny Ramirez cave and take the Dodgers' arbitration?
sports.yahoo.com — Though everyone seems to be most eager to figure out where CC Sabathia and Mark Teixeira are... going to land, I've been more mesmerized by Manny Ramirez 's future, even if the dearth of slugger news out there is starting to rival the lack of updates on ... (more) Will Manny Ramirez cave and take the Dodgers' arbitration?
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