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John Smoltz, designated for assignment by the Red Sox after his meltdown against the Yankees last week, has refused an option to the minor leagues, according to FoxSports.com.

The Rangers face a rough schedule over the next few weeks, but that doesn't mean they won't be the last team standing in the AL wild-card race, says Peter Gammons.

Sure, the Yankees have turned things around since Alex Rodriguez returned, but Peter Gammons stresses the Yankees have made a move to the top of the AL East because of an improved defense.

Mark Teixeira's decision about where he wants to sign is seemingly imminent, but where will he land?

Lou Piniella could be the manager of the Chicago Cubs before the World Series begins, a source told ESPN.com.

The Rangers reached a deal with Kevin Milwood, adding a No. 1 starter to a rotation already bolstered by the additions of Vicente Padilla and Adam Eaton.

The Nationals have acquired Texas Rangers' second baseman Alfonso Soriano in exchange for Brad Wilkerson, Terrmel Sledge and a minor-leaguer to be named later, ESPN's Peter Gammons reports.

To make it possible to sign Dontrelle Willis and Miguel Cabrera long term, sources indicate that Florida is in trade discussions involving Josh Beckett and Carlos Delgado.

Friday MLB roundup

ESPN baseball analyst Peter Gammons has been elected the 2004 winner of the J.G. Taylor Spink Award for outstanding baseball writing in balloting by the Baseball Writers Association of America.

Vladimir Guerrero and Barry Bonds are this season's MVPs, at least on Peter Gammons' ballot.

Adrian Beltre will get big bucks this winter, but the market won't be so generous for others like Esteban Loaiza.

Friday MLB roundup

Our ESPN experts weigh in with their thoughts on who is baseball's best young hitter.

Not only is September a big month for pennant contenders, but non-contenders also view it as important.