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MLB fears 'drug pipeline' starting in South Florida CNNSI.com MLB fears 'drug pipeline' starting in South Florida
	Alderson Says Bourn Would Cost Mets Too Much Jan 27 Andrew Keh, nytimes.com The Mets would be forced to give up the 11th pick of the draft if they were to sign the free-agent Michael Bourn, something Sandy Alderson said they were "very reluctant to consider."
	The Week Ahead: It's getting to be 'go time' Jan 27 Doug Miller, MLB.com Trucks packed with everything from balls to bats to elliptical machines will soon depart big league cities for their temporary spring homes. Camps begin in less than two weeks and some players, like Michael Bourn and Kyle Lohse, are still on the free-ag…
	Nakajima quickly fitting in with new teammates Jan 27 MLB.com Of all the storied ballparks waiting to be visited by Hiroyuki Nakajima, the A's new shortstop just wants to see the one he'll call home this year.
	Cespedes aiming to grow in sophomore season Jan 27 MLB.com It's hard to envision a better rookie campaign than the one Yoenis Cespedes put together for the A's in 2012. But the outfielder believes his sophomore season has the potential to trump it, so long as he remains healthy.
	Repeat after them: A's primed to defend division title Jan 27 Jane Lee, MLB.com Inside Oracle Arena, where A's players and staff convened for FanFest on Sunday, expectations of keeping the American League West crown in Oakland were heard loud and clear.
	Return of Reds brings many smiles Jan 27 Meggie Zahneis, MLB.com It really is good to be back. That also was the general consensus amongst the members of the Reds Caravan Western Leg, assembled at Miami University Hamilton's Parrish Auditorium on Sunday.
	Law Enforcement Agencies, MLB Investigating Anthony Bosch For Distributing HGH And Testosterone Jan 27 Sean Newell, deadspin.com The Bosch name sounds familiar because Anthony's father, Pedro-an actual doctor-is the man who prescribed Manny Ramirez the female fertility drug human chorionic gonadotropin in 2009. Anthony-who is not a doctor, despite his claims-is now being in
	Still with Tigers, SP Porcello faces uncertain role Jan 27 CNNSI.com DETROIT (AP) -- It feels like ages ago when Rick Porcello took the mound as Detroit's starter in a one-game playoff against Minnesota for the 2009 AL Central title. The Tigers lost in extra innings, but Porcello pitched well. All of 20 years old at the …
	Five won't be a crowd in Melvin's outfield plans Jan 27 Jane Lee, MLB.com A's manager Bob Melvin thinks he'll manage just fine as he plans to dish out plenty of playing time to Coco Crisp and teammates Josh Reddick, Yoenis Cespedes, Chris Young and Seth Smith.
	Rotation dominates talk at 'Brewers On Deck' Jan 27 Adam McCalvy, MLB.com At this year's "Brewers on Deck", the big question seemed to be concerning how Milwaukee's rotation would shape up. With five players looking to fill three spots, it may be a very competitive Spring Training.
	Brewers won't close door to Lohse Jan 27 MLB.com The Draft compensation attached to free agent pitcher Kyle Lohse would not deter the Brewers if his price was right, principal owner Mark Attanasio said Sunday.
	Skilled lip reader transcribes memorable manager-umpire confrontations from 2012 Jan 27 Mark Townsend, yahoo.com One of my favorite stories of the 2012 season was Vin Scully’s humorous attempt to lip read Jim Tracy’s outburst towards umpire Mike Everitt. It was a classic managerial meltdown that stemmed from a disputed trap or catch by Rockies centerfielder Dext…
	Bailey open to long-term deal with Reds Jan 27 Mark Sheldon, MLB.com At an autograph table during the final stop on the western leg of Reds Caravan on Sunday, pitcher Homer Bailey was seated at the end, only two spots from his boss, general manager Walt Jocketty.
	Mattingly makes pitch for free agent Rolen Jan 27 Ken Gurnick, MLB.com Dodgers manager Don Mattingly has spoken with free agent Scott Rolen about coming to Los Angeles, but the veteran third baseman has not yet revealed if he will play in 2013.
	Opening Day nod? Sale says Peavy, Peavy says Sale Jan 27 Scott Merkin, MLB.com It's a good thing White Sox manager Robin Ventura, pitching coach Don Cooper, general manager Rick Hahn and the rest of their respective staffs will be picking the Opening Day starter. If the decision was left to Jake Peavy and Chris Sale, the debate mi…
	Forbes' "Best Sports Blogs" Of 2003 Are A Portal To A Time You're Glad You Forgot Jan 27 Sam Eifling, deadspin.com The shortest increments of time known to humanity are the following, beginning with the most brief: More »
	Miami alums Jay, Alonso remember coach Fraser Jan 27 David Villavicencio, MLB.com In Miami, baseball fans have mourned the death of legendary University of Miami head coach Ron Fraser. The "Wizard of College Baseball" passed away last Sunday at the age of 79 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease.
	Mayberry excited about new teammates Jan 27 David Villavicencio, MLB.com John Mayberry is looking forward to being a part of a Phillies outfield with some new faces in 2013.
	Cardinals fans serenade Musial family with ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame’ (Video) Jan 27 Mark Townsend, yahoo.com Earlier we brought you the video of sportscaster Bob Costas delivering the eulogy at Stan Musial’s funeral, which was a terrific and heartfelt tribute to say the least. But as touching as Costas’ words were, the loyal fans of the St. Louis Cardinals, …