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Source: D-backs, Chavez have 1-year, $3M deal

CNNSI.com

NEW YORK (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Arizona Diamondbacks and infielder Eric Chavez have agreed to terms on a $3 million, one-year contract.

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NEW YORK (AP) -- Derek Jeter cheerily posed with four student leaders from his Turn 2 Foundation who were wearing Yankees jerseys and elf hats and asked a question to the group of photographers snapping away.

Joey Nowak, MLB.com

During his Turn 2 Foundation Holiday Express event, Derek Jeter took the opportunity to address any concerns about his health during his rehabilitation this winter, and the new-look Yankees that fans should expect to see in the Bronx come spring.

Bryan Hoch, MLB.com

Robinson Cano and the Yankees will not discuss a potential contract extension until after the 2013 season, agent Scott Boras said on Wednesday.

Tracy Ringolsby, MLB.com

The Yankees are used to overindulging in the finest of free-agent players, but they have paid the price for their extravagances and claim they aren't going to do it anymore.

CNNSI.com

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- David Wright wore a shirt with blue. His tie was bright orange.

Jorge Arangure Jr., nytimes.com

Eric Chavez signed with Arizona and Jeff Keppinger is likely to join the White Sox, so the Yankees may consider Kevin Youkilis, Chone Figgins or Mark DeRosa as options at third base,

CNNSI.com

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A person familiar with the contract tells The Associated Press that versatile infielder Jeff Keppinger has reached agreement with the Chicago White Sox on a $12 million, three-year contract.

Bryan Hoch, MLB.com

Finding a replacement for Alex Rodriguez at third base hasn't seemed to be the easiest assignment for general manager Brian Cashman, but the Yankees have continued to search, most recently turning their interest to free agent Mark Reynolds.

Bryan Hoch, MLB.com

The Yankees have expressed interest in free-agent outfielder Nate Schierholtz, potentially as part of a platoon for a corner-outfield spot.