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Archived News (12-2008)
Tracy Ringolsby, of FOXSports.com, reports free-agent SP Ben
Tracy Ringolsby, of FOXSports.com, reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) is unlikely to pitch for the United States in the 2009 World Baseball Classic.
The Dallas Morning News' Richard Durrett reports Texas Rangers
The Dallas Morning News' Richard Durrett reports Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said the team hasn't made an offer to free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) yet.
The Astros won't be pursuing Ben Sheets, according to the Houston
The Astros won't be pursuing Ben Sheets, according to the Houston Chronicle.The Astros could use an upgrade like Sheets in their rotation, but GM Ed Wade noted that the club is done making any major moves this off-season.
The Dallas Morning News reports that the Texas Rangers have
The Dallas Morning News reports that the Texas Rangers have not yet made a contract offer to free-agent hurler Ben Sheets, but have spoken with his representatives.Because Sheets lives in the area, it has long been rumored he would wind up with the Rangers, but nothing seems imminent.
Rangers GM Jon Daniels told a local Dallas radio program Friday
Rangers GM Jon Daniels told a local Dallas radio program Friday that the club has not yet made an offer to Ben Sheets. Daniels admitted that he was in contact with Sheets' agent, but wouldn't indicate if an offer is on the horizon. [...]
Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports predicts Ben Sheets to sign with
Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports predicts Ben Sheets to sign with the Rangers.It is known that the Rangers are interested in Sheets, and could seriously use an upgrade at the top of their rotation. The oft-injured pitcher hurled 198.1 innings in 2008, and looks to be worth a gamble for Texas.
T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports the Texas Rangers have yet
T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports the Texas Rangers have yet to make an offer to free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers).
Multiple sources confirm that the Yankees are not interested
Multiple sources confirm that the Yankees are not interested in pursuing Ben Sheets, according to the NY Post.The club does not want to deal with Sheets' health issues, since they already inked AJ Burnett, who also has a poor track record with durability.
T.R. Sullivan of MLB.com suggests that the Braves could garner
T.R. Sullivan of MLB.com suggests that the Braves could garner interest in Ben Sheets after not being able to reel in AJ Burnett.The Braves need help with their rotation, but are yet to contact Sheets' rep (Casey Close), and this is merely speculation at this point.
MLB.comÂ’s T.R. Sullivan writes the market for free-agent SP
MLB.comÂ’s T.R. Sullivan writes the market for free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) may be hindered by a 2008 injury. Sheets (elbow) finished the previous season with a strained elbow.
Ben Sheets is still without a team, most likely a direct result
Ben Sheets is still without a team, most likely a direct result of his litany of career injuries including his late season elbow issue, according to the Rangers Official Website.Sheets is still on the Braves radar, and while the Rangers have expressed interest, they have also sent signals they they aren't going to make a huge offer. Other clubs in the mix might be the Nationals and Orioles once the Mark Teixeira sweepstakes wrap up.
Free-agent hurler Ben Sheets has yet to receive an offer of
Free-agent hurler Ben Sheets has yet to receive an offer of more than a year, reports Jon Heyman of SI.com.Sheets' injury history is catching up with him now, but it's difficult to believe a guy with a 1.15 WHIP and 3.09 ERA won't get an offer of at least two years somewhere.
Free-agent hurler Ben Sheets will likely get an offer from
Free-agent hurler Ben Sheets will likely get an offer from the Yankees, but the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that he's more inclined to pitch for the Texas Rangers.Sheets is fantastic when he's not injured, but that's been all too rare an occurrence in his career. Pitching in Texas' bandbox of a stadium isn't likely to help Sheets' fantasy value much.
Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports
Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) took his house in Dallas off the market, an indication that he could sign with the Texas Rangers.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the Atlanta Braves aren't likely to show much interest in free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) because of his injury history.
Chris Haft, of MLB.com, reports the San Francisco Giants could
Chris Haft, of MLB.com, reports the San Francisco Giants could pursue free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers).
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers met with free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) at the Winter Meetings Tuesday, Dec. 9.
The Brewers need to replace CC Sabathia (and potentially Ben
The Brewers need to replace CC Sabathia (and potentially Ben Sheets) from the top of their rotation, but MLB.com indicates they are not likely to target free agent Derek Lowe. They are not expected to chase AJ Burnett either.The Brewers do not intend to pursue a high-profile starter and attempting to re-sign CC Sabathia was deemed a "special case" by GM Doug Melvin.
The Brewers need to replace CC Sabathia (and potentially Ben
The Brewers need to replace CC Sabathia (and potentially Ben Sheets) from the top of their rotation, but MLB.com indicates they are not likely to target free agent Derek Lowe. They are not expected to chase AJ Burnett as well.The Brewers do not intend to pursue a high-profile starter and attempting to re-sign CC Sabathia was deemed a "special case" by GM Doug Melvin.
Rangers president Nolan Ryan said Tuesday that he believes Ben
Rangers president Nolan Ryan said Tuesday that he believes Ben Sheets has "legitimate interest" in joining their club. Sheets makes his offseason home in Dallas and has family in Louisiana. [...]
The Chicago Tribune's Phil Rogers reports the New York Yankees
The Chicago Tribune's Phil Rogers reports the New York Yankees are putting together a two-year, $26 million offer for SP Ben Sheets (Brewers).
The Yankees met Monday with free-agent SP Ben Sheets and were
News: The Yankees met Monday with free-agent SP Ben Sheets and were examining his medical records. "When you look at his numbers they stack up against anyone," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said Tuesday. "I think injuries have kind of kept him out of that (top) class, but when he's on the mound, he's dynamite." [...]
Jeff Wilson, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports the Texas
Jeff Wilson, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports the Texas Rangers are confident that free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) is interested in joining the team after their meeting Monday, Dec. 8. The Rangers could have an advantage with Sheets, as he was born in Louisiana.
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Texas Rangers met
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Texas Rangers met with free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) at the winter meetings Monday, Dec. 8.
Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports the New York Yankees met with
Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports the New York Yankees met with free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) at the winter meetings Monday, Dec. 8.
The NY Daily News reports that the Yankees are preparing an
The NY Daily News reports that the Yankees are preparing an offer for pitcher Ben Sheets. The deal is rumored to be for two years and in the $30 million range.Sheets earned $11 million last year, going 13-9 with a 3.09 ERA in the final season of his four-year, $38.5 million contract. He is 86-83 with a 3.73 ERA in eight seasons, all with the Brewers, but has only made 30-plus starts in four of those seasons due to injuries.
The Rangers went into the Winter Meetings saying they were not
The Rangers went into the Winter Meetings saying they were not going to be big players in the free agent market because they don't have much money to spend. But that didn't keep them from at least meeting with Sheets. "It was a chance for us to get to know him, ask questions and vice-versa," Rangers GM Jon Daniels said. "I wouldn't read too much into it."
Sheets is considered a secondary choice if the Yankees should
Sheets is considered a secondary choice if the Yankees should strike out on any combination of CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett or Derek Lowe.
Mark Feinsand, of The New York Daily News, is reporting the
Mark Feinsand, of The New York Daily News, is reporting the New York Yankees may offer a multi-year contract to free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers), likely in the range of two years and $26 million.
A source told the Daily News that the Yankees are preparing
A source told the Daily News that the Yankees are preparing an offer for Ben Sheets. It could be a two-year pact worth about $30 million, which sounds about right for someone with Sheets' talent and question marks. [...]
The Yankees had a meeting with free agent Ben Sheets after he
The Yankees had a meeting with free agent Ben Sheets after he arrived at the winter meetings on Monday. There aren't any details on what kind of discussions took place, but it's unlikely that the Yankees made an offer. [...]
The Rangers may meet with free agent Ben Sheets, who arrived
The Rangers may meet with free agent Ben Sheets, who arrived at the winter meetings on Monday. Talking to Ken Rosenthal, Sheets didn't sound like a player with any offers on the table. [...]
The Texas Rangers could meet with free agent pitcher Ben Sheets,
The Texas Rangers could meet with free agent pitcher Ben Sheets, who makes his offseason home in Dallas, according to MLB.com.The Rangers are always in search of starting pitching, and Sheets is one of the better arms on the market. At least when healthy, which isn't often.
Ken Rosenthal, of MLB.com, reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets
Ken Rosenthal, of MLB.com, reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) is starting his normal offseason program after rehabbing his elbow injury that forced him to miss the end of the 2008 season.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) has declined an offer of salary arbitration by the Milwaukee Brewers.
MLB.com reports that Ben Sheets has officially declined arbitration,
MLB.com reports that Ben Sheets has officially declined arbitration, as expected.Sheets has a long history of injuries and it remains to be seen if his potential suitors will lower their offers due to the concern.
Sports Illustrated reports that Ben Sheets is expected to
Sports Illustrated reports that Ben Sheets is expected to decline arbitration.Sheets went 13-9 with a 3.09 ERA and 158 strikeouts in 198.1 innings last year for Milwaukee but was derailed by an injury very late in the season.
The Yankees are reportedly becoming more interested in Ben
The Yankees are reportedly becoming more interested in Ben Sheets as they may be losing confidence that they will be able to reel in AJ Burnett, according to ESPN.When healthy, Sheets is a better hurler than Burnett, and could prove to be a solid signing for New York if he can shake free of the injury bug.
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports there is no structural
Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports there is no structural damage to free-agent SP Ben Sheets' (elbow) elbow, according to his agent, Casey Close. They are confident that Sheets will receive interest from other teams on a short-term deal.
Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers)
Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) is likely to decline the Milwaukee Brewers arbitration offer.
Free agent Ben Sheets will likely decline Milwaukee's offer
Free agent Ben Sheets will likely decline Milwaukee's offer of arbitration, sources told FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal. It wasn't a slam dunk, but it was a pretty good bet that Sheets would decline the offer. [...]
Ben Sheets is likely to decline the Brewers' offer for arbitration,
Ben Sheets is likely to decline the Brewers' offer for arbitration, according to Fox Sports.Sheets is looking for a multi-year deal, but his injury history will make teams reluctant to commit to him. The Brewers had to offer him arbitration in order to receive two draft picks as compensation.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution believes Ben Sheets is not
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution believes Ben Sheets is not on the Braves' radar due to concerns about his durability and reliability. They aren't interested in Randy Johnson for the same reasons.The Braves' top pitching target is currently believed to be AJ Burnett. As for Sheets, the Brewers offered him salary arbitration.
Free agents CC Sabathia, Ben Sheets and Brian Shouse were offered
News: Free agents CC Sabathia, Ben Sheets and Brian Shouse were offered salary arbitration Monday by the Brewers, ensuring Milwaukee will receive compensatory picks in next year's amateur draft if they sign elsewhere. Sabathia and Sheets are Type A free agents. Milwaukee would receive two draft picks if they sign with another club. Shouse is a Type B free agent. Milwaukee would receive one supplemental draft pick if the left-hander leaves. All three players have until Sunday to accept the offers. Milwaukee declined to offer arbitration to right-hander Eric Gagne, who signed a $10 million, one-year deal before last season. [...]
The Associated Press reports the Milwaukee Brewers offered free-agent
The Associated Press reports the Milwaukee Brewers offered free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) salary arbitration Monday, Dec. 1. The Brewers will receive two draft picks if he signs with another team.
Ben Sheets has been offered salary arbitration by the Brewers,
Ben Sheets has been offered salary arbitration by the Brewers, according to the Associated Press.Sheets is a Type-A free agent, and Milwaukee would receive two draft picks if he inks with another MLB team. Sheets is not a hot target right now due to his track record with durability, but should garner interest when the other free agent pitchers start to sign.
The Brewers are offering arbitration to Ben Sheets, CC Sabathia
The Brewers are offering arbitration to Ben Sheets, CC Sabathia and Brian Shouse, but not to Eric Gagne, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports. Sabathia and Gagne were the easy calls. [...]
Ben Sheets has been offered salary arbitration by the Brewers,
Ben Sheets has been offered salary arbitration by the Brewers, according to the Associated Press.Sheets is a Type-A free agent, and Milwaukee would receive two draft picks if he inks with another MLB team.
Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports
Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Milwaukee Brewers will likely offer free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) salary arbitration.
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