On the Beat: Texas Comebacks and Fond Farewells by John Perrotto

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The Rangers aren`t afraid of a little danger, the Astros take a chance of their own, and saying good-bye to a Hall of Famer. [link]

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Published 7/24/2008 by El Guapo's Ghost (noreply@blogger.com) at El Guapo's Ghost Rambles on about the Red Sox
... believed to be seeking a four-year contract, and there's been no evidence of progress on that front with Boston, which likes to limit the length of deals to its 30-something players, even its beloved 30-somethings. Buster Olney…Heard this: At a time when Jason Varitek is moving toward his free agency, the Red Sox are scouting minor league organizations for catching. Prediction: Tek gets $20 million over two years with a club option for a third. Baseball Prospectus is reporting that… Like the Phillies, the Red Sox may make a big ...

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