Offseason notebook: Arms on the move
Tristan H. Cockcroft, ESPN.comTristan H. Cockcroft looks at the fantasy implications of some pre-Christmas moves, including the Blue Jays acquiring Brandon Morrow, and the Nationals getting Matt Capps and Jason Marquis.
Story | Conversation | December 24, 2009Oliver signing could impact Wilson
Ben RogersI like the Rangers addition of bullpen vet Darren Oliver. The 39-year-old is still very effective and will no doubt have a meaningful role in the comi...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 23, 2009Angels, Rodney complete contract
Jayson Stark, ESPN.comFormer Detroit Tigers closer Fernando Rodney and the Los Angeles Angels have come to terms on a two-year contract worth $11 million.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Oliver back in familiar environment
Associated PressDarren Oliver said Wednesday he feels like he's come full circle after agreeing to a $3.5 million, one-year contract with a club option for 2011.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Oliver passes physical, signs with Rangers
Richard DurrettThe Texas Rangers announced that free agent reliever Darren Oliver has passed his physical and has signed with the team. Sources told ESPN.com's Jerr...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 22, 2009Oliver officially joins Rangers' bullpen
Associated PressReliever Darren Oliver and the Rangers finalized a $3.5 million, one-year contract that includes a club option for 2011.
Story | Conversation | December 22, 2009Sources: Angels in talks with Rodney
Jayson Stark, ESPN.comThe Angels are in serious discussions Tuesday with free-agent reliever Fernando Rodney, a source said.
Story | Conversation | December 22, 2009
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Photo | December 22, 2009A few more thoughts on Darren Oliver
Richard DurrettThe 39-year-old reliever is scheduled to come into Arlington for a physical today. If all goes well, he will join the Rangers. A source said he'll mak...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 22, 2009A Legend Defines The Game
Hall of Fame broadcaster Ernie Harwell describes Baseball
Video | December 21, 2009Yankees only MLB team hit with tax
Associated PressThe New York Yankees were hit with a luxury tax of nearly $25.69 million Monday, the penalty for once again crossing the payroll threshold in baseball's collective bargaining agreement.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2009What would Darren Oliver bring?
Richard Durrett...last three seasons in the Los Angeles Angels bullpen and left-handed hitters...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 21, 2009
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...Manager Mike Scioscia of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim looks on in...
Photo | December 21, 2009
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...reacts after striking out against Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Jose Arredondo in...
Photo | December 19, 2009
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...manager Mike Scioscia of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim pose for a...
Photo | December 18, 2009