This is the January 15, 2013 news archive. View today's AL West news and rumors.

AL West News and Rumors

Greg Johns, MLB.com

The Mariners' four eligible players -- first baseman/designated hitter Kendrys Morales, catcher John Jaso, shortstop Brendan Ryan and reliever Shawn Kelley -- were among 133 Major League players who filed for salary arbitration Tuesday.

Alden Gonzalez, MLB.com

The Angels and pitcher Jerome Williams agreed Tuesday on a one-year, $2 million contract that avoids arbitration for the 31-year-old right-hander, a source told MLB.com.

Jane Lee, MLB.com

The Rangers have signed right-hander Kyle McClellan to a Minor League contract with an invitation to big league camp, putting him in the mix for both the rotation and bullpen.

Richard Durrett, ESPN.com

Rangers pitcher Matt Harrison said he has declined an invitation to participate in the World Baseball Classic.