Let the bidding begin: Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman becomes a free agentSeptember 25th, 2009 Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman becomes free agentNEW YORK — The bidding can begin for Cuban pitcher Aroldis Chapman. The 21-year-old pitcher has been declared a free agent by Major League Baseball, allowing teams to start pursuing the hard-throwing lefty.
Agent: Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman establishes residency in AndorraSeptember 21st, 2009 Cuban defector Chapman establishes residencyNEW YORK — Cuban pitcher Aroldis Chapman, who defected in July, has established provisional residency in Andorra. In a statement Monday, Chapman's agent said the pitcher "has been granted provisional passive residency" in the country pending completion of the process.
Rockies acuire Jose Contreras from White Sox for Septmeber playoff pushSeptember 1st, 2009 Rockies acquire Contreras from White SoxDENVER — The Colorado Rockies acquired right-hander Jose Contreras from the Chicago White Sox on Monday night for cash and minor leaguer Brandon Hynick. The Rockies, tied for the NL wild-card lead with San Francisco, made the trade before the midnight EDT deadline for postseason eligibility.
Rockies acquire right-hander Jose Contreras from White Sox for September playoff pushSeptember 1st, 2009 Rockies acquire righty Contreras from White SoxDENVER — The Colorado Rockies acquired right-hander Jose Contreras from the Chicago White Sox on Monday night for cash and minor leaguer Brandon Hynick. The Rockies, tied for the NL wild-card lead with San Francisco, made the trade before the midnight EDT deadline for postseason eligibility.
Cuba has no plan to field female boxing team when sport debuts in 2012 London GamesAugust 21st, 2009 Cuba has no plans to field female boxing teamHAVANA — Cuba has no intention of fielding a team in women's boxing when the event makes its Olympic debut at the 2012 London Games, according to the president of the Cuban boxing federation. The International Olympic Committee added the event to its program last week.
Sources close to negotiations tells AP that journeyman Drew Gooden is headed to DallasJuly 27th, 2009 AP source: Gooden says he's headed to DallasDALLAS — A source close to the negotiations tells The Associated Press that the Dallas Mavericks have reached an agreement with free agent big man Drew Gooden. The source, who did not wish to be identified because a contract hasn't been signed yet, said Monday that the deal is "verbally done."
Gooden said on his Twitter page Monday that he had three deciding factors in his decision to join the Mavs: winning, playing time and money.
'Sleazy' and more _ Court records detail falling out between Mavericks owner and former coachJuly 24th, 2009 Records shed light on Cuban-Nelson disputeDALLAS — The feud between Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban and former coach Don Nelson stretches back nearly seven years and has some $7 million at stake. But just how ugly and dysfunctional their relationship has been is only now being revealed.
Agent confirms Nash agrees to 2-year, $22 million extension with SunsJuly 20th, 2009 Agent: Steve Nash agrees to 2-year extensionPHOENIX — Steve Nash and the Phoenix Suns have agreed on a two-year, $22 million contract extension, his agent said. Bill Duffy confirmed the agreement Monday in an interview with The Associated Press.
Former Minnesota Wild LW Stephane Veilleux signs with Tampa Bay LightningJuly 8th, 2009 Free agent LW Veilleux signs with LightningTAMPA, Fla. — Free agent forward Stephane Veilleux has signed with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Report: G Jason Kidd stays with Mavericks, agrees to 3-year deal worth more than $25 millionJuly 6th, 2009 Report: G Jason Kidd staying with MavericksDALLAS — Mavericks owner Mark Cuban tells The Dallas Morning News that Jason Kidd isn't going anywhere. The free agent point guard has agreed to sign a three-year contract for more than $25 million to remain with Dirk Nowitzki and the rest of the Mavericks.
G Jason Kidd stays with Mavericks, agrees to 3-year deal worth more than $25 millionJuly 6th, 2009 G Jason Kidd staying with MavericksDALLAS — The Mavericks say they have reached a deal to keep free agent point guard Jason Kidd in Dallas. Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said Monday that Kidd has agreed to sign a three-year contract for more than $25 million.
Report: Top pitching prospect defects from Cuba during tournament in NetherlandsJuly 3rd, 2009 Report: Top prospect defects from CubaA top Cuban pitching prospect with a 100 mph fastball has defected from the national team while playing in a tournament in Rotterdam, Netherlands. ESPN The Magazine reports that several unidentified sources confirmed that Aroldis Chapman walked out of his hotel room and did not return.
Coveted Cuban baseball pitcher vanishes before Dutch tournamentJuly 3rd, 2009 Mystery surrounds missing Cuban pitcherAMSTERDAM — A Cuban pitcher considered by many baseball scouts to be the No. 1 left-handed prospect in the world left his hotel and vanished before the first ball was thrown at a tournament in the Netherlands, leaving his whereabouts a mystery, a spokesman for the Dutch team said Friday.
AP source: Kidd is the free agent Cuban Twittered about meeting at 12:01July 1st, 2009 Cuban, Mavs in hot pursuit of keeping KiddDALLAS — Mark Cuban wants to be first in line to talk to Jason Kidd. Cuban posted Tuesday on Twitter, "Getting ready to fly up to NYC for Free Agent meeting at 12:01," and that free agent is Kidd, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
Safety Jarrad Page signs restricted free agent tender with ChiefsMay 30th, 2009 KC safety Page signs tenderKANSAS CITY, Mo. — Safety Jarrad Page has signed his restricted free agent tender with the Kansas City Chiefs.
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