Cafardo’s Latest: Zumaya, Carlos Lee, Oswalt
2012/01/cafardos-latest-zumaya-carlos-lee-oswalt.htmlThe Rays briefly discussed a deal, but even half of Lee's $18.5MM salary figures to be too pricey for Tampa Bay.
Rangers Co-Owner Prefers Hamilton To Fielder
2012/01/rangers-co-owner-prefers-re-signing-hamilton-to-fielder.html"I think he's, given our set of cards, too pricey," said Simpson.
Quick Hits: Yankees, Orioles, Ramirez, Red Sox
2012/03/quick-hits-orioles-ramirez-red-sox-hughes-yankees.htmlCurtis Granderson might prove to be too pricey for the Yankees down the road, writes John Harper of the New…
Extension Candidate: Drew Storen
2012/03/extension-candidate-drew-storen.htmlAnd with arbitration eligibility looming (as a likely Super Two) for Storen after what will presumably be another full season of closing in 2012, he's on the verge of getting pricey, which is why the Nats may be inclined to explore an extension for the right-hander.
Offseason In Review: Chicago Cubs
2012/03/offseason-in-review-chicago-cubs-3.htmlRe-signing 33-year-old Aramis Ramirez on a pricey three-year deal didn't make sense for the Cubs.
Central Notes: Reds, Indians, Pirates, Royals
2012/04/central-notes-indians-pirates-royals.htmlRoyals General Manager Dayton Moore spoke to Tyler Kepner of the New York Times about employing the Rays' strategy of…
Trade Candidate: Huston Street
2012/04/trade-candidate-huston-street.htmlIn other words, Street can be had as a half-season rental, or he can contribute down the stretch and then come back the following year at a pricey, but not off-the-charts, salary.
2013 Contract Issues: Toronto Blue Jays
2012/05/2013-contract-issues-toronto-blue-jays.htmlThough $3MM is on the pricey side for an extra outfielder, Davis adds value as a right-handed hitter with speed.
Cubs Notes: Soriano, Rays, Trades
2012/07/cubs-notes-soriano-rays-trades.htmlAlfonso Soriano's 14 homers since mid-May should have teams interested, but it seems like no one is ever showing interest…
Mets Rumors: Broxton, Bullpen, Deadline Plan
2012/07/mets-rumors-broxton-bullpen-deadline-plan.htmlTo that end, the Mets are seeking bullpen help, according to Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com, although they're finding most relievers to be too pricey in terms of trade compensation or too insignificant of an upgrade.
Stark On Marlins, Phillies, Dodgers, Garza, Twins
2012/07/stark-on-marlins-phillies-dodgers-garza-twins.htmlThe Twins' asking prices for Morneau ("pricey"), Denard Span ("more pricey"), and Josh Willingham ("it made me laugh") are high.
NL East Notes: Phils, Victorino, Braves, Reyes, Buehrle
2012/07/nl-east-notes-phils-victorino-braves-reyes-buehrle.htmlThe Braves have shown interest in Edinson Volquez and James Shields, though Bowman notes that a less-pricey pitching option like…
NL West Notes: Pence, Giants, Headley
2012/07/nl-west-notes-pence-giants-headley.htmlPence is likely too pricey for the Giants, Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports (on Twitter).
NL West Notes: Dodgers, Rockies, Giambi, Puig
2012/09/nl-west-notes-dodgers-rockies-giambi-puig.htmlIf I have an opportunity, I would love to play." Pricey Cuban import Yasiel Puig isn't particularly concerned about how…
Heyman On Possible Manager, GM Turnover
2012/09/heyman-on-possible-manager-gm-turnover.htmlThe pricey balance on Scioscia's contract may make firing him too difficult, though, so his departure could ultimately be his…
Hoyer: Cubs Will Be Active On Free Agent Market
2012/09/hoyer-cubs-will-be-active-on-free-agent-market.htmlWe have some money to spend and we’ll focus on it heavily.” Chicago opened the season with a payroll north of $100MM, but pricey commitments to Carlos Zambrano and Marlon Byrd will come off the books this winter.
Indians Will Interview Terry Francona Next Week
2012/09/indians-will-interview-terry-francona-next-week.htmlHis work with the Red Sox put him in an "elite salary class," perhaps upwards of $3MM annually, which may be too pricey for the Indians.
NL East Notes: Rizzo, Johnson, Braves, Phillies
2012/10/nl-east-notes-rizzo-braves-phillies.htmlWith Jonathan Papelbon's salary leaving little room for another pricey relief arm, Murphy suggests the Phils could explore a trade…
Arbitration Eligibles: Cleveland Indians
2012/10/arbitration-eligibles-cleveland-indians-2.htmlAt a salary approaching $6MM, Masterson will be pricey for a guy coming off a 4.93 ERA.
Olney On D’Backs, Rays, Rangers, Drew, Red Sox
2012/11/olney-on-dbacks-rays-rangers-drew-red-sox.htmlNo matter who Oakland gets at the position, it won't be someone so pricey that they couldn't adjust if Drew decides to return.
Marlins Links: Beinfest, Union, Escobar, Raburn
2012/11/marlins-links-beinfest-union-escobar-raburn.htmlEscobar is set to make $5MM in 2013 and the Fish hold $5MM club options on him in both 2014 and 2015, though even this team-friendly deal might be too pricey for the Marlins at this time.
Quick Hits: Giants, Hairston, Indians, Ellsbury, Pavano
2012/12/quick-hits-giants-hairston-indians-ellsbury-pavano.htmlAccording to Baggarly, the Giants had a two-year offer out to Ryan Ludwick, but both Ludwick and Scott Hairston may be too pricey for them now.
Red Sox Acquire Joel Hanrahan In Six-Player Trade
2012/12/red-sox-acquire-joel-hanrahan-from-pirates.htmlBrian MacPherson of The Providence Journal notes he will not net the Red Sox a compensation draft pick if he signs elsewhere based on the assumption Hanrahan will accept a pricey qualifying offer (Twitter links).
West Notes: Rockies, Mariners, Lohse, Saunders
2013/01/west-notes-rockies-mariners-lohse-saunders.htmlHowever, sources say that Kyle Lohse is too pricey while the M's aren't willing to give Joe Saunders a three-year deal.
AL East Notes: Jeter, Morse, Red Sox, Duquette
2013/01/al-east-notes-jeter-morse-red-sox-duquette.htmlThere have been some other players available in a trade that I'm not sure they were better than what we…