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AL Central News and Rumors

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Ervin Santana feels like a rookie again, getting a fresh start with the Kansas City Royals.

Dick Kaegel, MLB.com

Outfielder Jason Bourgeois has declined an assignment to Triple-A Omaha and decided to become a free agent, the Royals announced on Monday.

Dick Kaegel, MLB.com

Right-hander Ervin Santana was happy and healthy as he spent his first day in Kansas City as a member of the Royals on Monday.

Jason Beck, MLB.com

Torii Hunter's play as a Minnesota Twins outfielder early in his career earned him the title as a Tiger killer around these parts. After all these years, it's now realistic for Detroit fans to consider the possibility of Hunter becoming a Tiger.

Scott Merkin, MLB.com

It's up to White Sox general manager Rick Hahn and his staff to decide if enough talent exists in a much maligned system to move a frontline prospect or frontline player or two.

Jordan Bastian, MLB.com

The clock appears to be ticking on Shin-Soo Choo's time in Cleveland. The only question seems to be whether it expires this winter or if the Indians will ride things out and let the right fielder walk in free agency next offseason.