BBFTG Agent Council Thread

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Here is the thread in which we will announce signings and rumours:

4 teams have submitted offers for ace Roy Oswalt.
It is rumoured the Mets and the Nationals are the leading contenders to acquire Oswalt. No word yet on the other two teams but sources indicate their offers are well below those of the Mets and Nats.

Mike O'Connor sought by the 3 brothers
The 3 brothers of the BBFTG (Johnny Seven, MIL; Dan, BAL and big_papi BOS) are hunting Mike O'Connor.
It should be a heated battel till the end.

Otsuka overwelmed with offer
An unnamed team has reportedly offered a 2-year 16 million contract to Akinori Otsuka. A very reliable source has indicated Otsuka went insane when he heard about this offer from his agent.

And please, if you are an unnamed team, DO NOT MENTION who YOU ARE!
Otherwise, it's not fun to have these anymore. :)

SIGNINGS:
Akinori Otsuka agrees to terms on a 2-year/16 M $ contract with the Minnesota Twins.

[Erik Bedard]

Ahem. I have the Red Sox, big_papi has the Orioles.

[JordanDL3891]

well, you didnt say we can mention who we are not, and I don't belive the Astros are CURRENTLY one of the four teams after Oswalt.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

well, you didnt say we can mention who we are not, and I don't belive the Astros are CURRENTLY one of the four teams after Oswalt.
Now 5 teams.

[-Kyle-]

The 3 brothers of the BBFTG (Johnny Seven, MIL; Dan, BAL and big_papi BOS) are hunting Mike O'Connor.
Brothers? I didn't know that.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Akinori Otsuka agrees to terms on a 2-year/16 M $ contract with the Minnesota Twins.

[-Kyle-]

Can you give us the leading offers for some players?

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Leaks:

Some things our sources have picked up...

Otsuka signs: It's nearly official, Akinori Otsuka has signed a 2-year deal worth 16 million $ with the Minnesota Twins, waiting for confirmation from JF7 or Francoeurstein :D

Oswalt race heats up: There are now reportedly 6 teams hunting down Oswalt with only 2 teams with the edge, the New York Mets and the Washington Nationals both have submitted offers that would pay Oswalt at least 16 million $ per season, the Astros have also inquired about bringing Oswalt back, but that is now unlikely.

Rodney was on the verge, but backs out: Fernando Rodney received 3 offers, the New York Mets, the Cleveland Indians and the Houston Astros have all offered Rodney a contract. Rodney was about to ok the Mets deal but then realised that Cleveland had made a better offer, reportedly worth 0,5 million more and 1 more season. Rodney has not yet made up his mind.

Marte nears Indians: The Indians are very close to signing Damaso Marte, the Indians and the Padres were the only two teams that offered the 34-year old a contract and he'll likely pitch for Cleveland next season.

Lyle Overbay seeks a longer contract: Overbay received a reported 2-year contract, worth 5 million per season but after much deliberation, stopped considering it. My source has told me that Overbay would prefer a 3-year contract paying him 7 million per season.

Padres and Marlins look at Harang: From a source on the west coast, the Marlins and Padres are the two teams looking long and hard at Aaron Harang. Both teams have offered Harang a chance to join their rotation, Harang reportedly declined to comment on the situation. The Washington Nationals also, according to another one of my sources, had offered an incredibly incentive-laden deal to Harang which would see him earn nearly 8.5 million next season, however, the big spending team withdrew and focused on Roy Oswalt.

Wiggington a lock to sign: If anyone can top 3-year 13 million offered to Wiggington, call the police, he's nearing Minnesota.

Encarnacion puzzled by offer: Free agent 3B Edwin Encarnacion was puzzled when he picked up the phone, listened to his messages and heard that the Mets offered him a contract. Encarnacion was very happy and was about to sign until, he wanted his agent to ensure he would start next season. The agent reportedly told Encarnacion: "Only if you do well in ST".
No word yet on how Encarnacion will handle this.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Oswalt race narrowed down: Nationals pull out:
The Washington Nationals have reportedly put an end to an outrageous bidding spree for star pitcher Roy Oswalt. Oswalt was to make a decision to play for either New York or Washington until the Astros latest offer made GM wilkerson_rulz-06 furious ''It's ridiculous, it really is, said wilk, the offers are through the roof! ''

That offer was reportedly 19.7 million per season for the Astros.
The Nationals wisely backed out, it's not time to see if the Mets will do the same...

[JordanDL3891]

Oswalt race narrowed down: Nationals pull out:
The Washington Nationals have reportedly put an end to an outrageous bidding spree for star pitcher Roy Oswalt. Oswalt was to make a decision to play for either New York or Washington until the Astros latest offer made GM wilkerson_rulz-06 furious ''It's ridiculous, it really is, said wilk, the offers are through the roof! ''

That offer was reportedly 19.7 million per season for the Astros.
The Nationals wisely backed out, it's not time to see if the Mets will do the same...


lol, no it wasnt, my 1st offer was higher than yours anyways, what do you mean latest, I had 17.3 mil for the longest time.

and the new one isnt 19.7 that I pmed EB.

it's like 18.7 a year for 5 years, then a 19.1 team opt for the next.

[TheKingofKings]

lol, no it wasnt, my 1st offer was higher than yours anyways, what do you mean latest, I had 17.3 mil for the longest time.

and the new one isnt 19.7 that I pmed EB.

it's like 18.7 a year for 5 years, then a 19.1 team opt for the next.

What, aren't you sure of an amount that important ? :noidea

[JordanDL3891]

i said like, because I am not 100% sure I said that, I forgot if I told EB 18.7 or 18.9, and I didn't want someone to say, o your wrong or somthin lol. thats why I wrote like.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

EB already posted it in the offseason thread, but here it is again:


Damaso Marte agrees to terms with Cleveland: 2 years $3 million.
Mike MacDougal agrees to terms with San Diego: 2 years $6 million.
Ty Wigginton agrees to terms with Minnesota: 3 years $13 million.
Mike O'Connor agrees to terms with Milwaukee: 4 years $16 million.
Alex Gonzalez agrees to terms with New York (Mets): 3 years $10 million.
Dave Williams agrees to terms with San Diego: 1 year $1.5 million.
Frank Catalonotto agrees to terms with Cleveland: 3 year $8.25 million with a $3 million mutual option for 2010.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

It has been reported that Ace pitcher Roy Oswalt has been offered a 6-year deal, reportedly worth $19 - $22 million. He is seriously considering signing, and will announce his decision within the next few days.

In response to the demand for his services, Fernando Rodney has issued a statement: "I am flattered by the demand that is there for my services. However, I would like to have an opportunity to fill a closer's role this upcoming season."

[JordanDL3891]

I can not offer Fernando a closer role, I will offer him a setup role though, I need the extra reliver, and would be honored to add Fernando to my list of relivers.


I can offer a setup role and a chance to play on a winning team, the 2nd half of the season, my team won so many games, that if they did the same thing the 1st half, they would of won 94 in total, so rodney can trust he is on one of the top teams if he Joins the Astros.

and because of all the dealing problems we have had, some players have not been interested in signing with us, I am willing to give Rodney a 1 year no trade clause if he wants.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Then Fernando will sign on with someone who will offer him a closer role.

[jsmets92]

Just my opinion and I guess it's good for me, but i don't see how Rodney needs to be a closer, when MacDougal who is much more proven doesn't. :noidea

[JordanDL3891]

yea, and I dont really see how fair it is to have an agent council based on members of BBFTG, because one of them seems a little biased about letting the Astros sign anyone *wink wink*

[Indianagol]

No offense, but you could always quit the league....

[JordanDL3891]

No offense, but you could always quit the league....

I actually did think of that

[TheKingofKings]

I actually did think of that
Not to be mean or anything but what kept you from doing it...

[TheKingofKings]

The Cleveland Indians are willing to give P Fernando Rodney, to whom they have submitted an offer, a shot at their closer's role during Spring Training.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

yea, and I dont really see how fair it is to have an agent council based on members of BBFTG, because one of them seems a little biased about letting the Astros sign anyone *wink wink*
After all of that, I'm "biased".

We decided this way back before your offer, when the Mets offered and we rejected.

Oh, and for you info, because of you I backed out for Oswalt and I did not decide where he'd go either.

Don't go around saying things you can't validly justify.

[JordanDL3891]

After all of that, I'm "biased".

We decided this way back before your offer, when the Mets offered and we rejected.

Oh, and for you info, because of you I backed out for Oswalt and I did not decide where he'd go either.

Don't go around saying things you can't validly justify.

some ones getting a little temper, I never said it was you.

I don't care that you pulled out of the oswalt offer, YL and I drove the price up, why would I be unhappy that I forced a team to pull out, now you will just go after Schmidt and save money, a wise choice.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

some ones getting a little temper, I never said it was you.

I don't care that you pulled out of the oswalt offer, YL and I drove the price up, why would I be unhappy that I forced a team to pull out, now you will just go after Schmidt and save money, a wise choice.
hmmm.

Sorry bouth that :o

[JordanDL3891]

hmmm.

Sorry bouth that :o

lol, yea np. but would you of considered of toping my 1st offer if you ever heard it earlier than you did? (17.3 mil??) and I think YL has the top offer right now because I read between 19 and 23 mil a year, and mine was in the 18's, so I bet YL will get oswalt.


I guess I still have a good Rotation, I still have a hole though, maybe Hirsh can fill it, I have Vazquez - Bonderman - Kazmir - Chacin - Hirsh right now. Now I just need another reliver to be setup along side Wheeler, Hopefully Rodney!

I hope he takes my 4.2 a year.

If I have cap room, why don't I use it? thats what I see vs oswalt, doesn't matter what the price is, as long as I have him.

[Yankee Legend]

My offer for Oswalt stands. I have no intention of raising it.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

This is posted in the FA thread, but here it is again. All available FA's. The ones in bold are already signed, by the team beside their name.

Tony Womack
John Mabry
Jose Bautista
Jerome Williams
Tadahito Iguchi NYM
Jason LaneS
Alex Cintron
Brad Eldred
Javier Lopez
Tim Redding WAS
Ray Olmedo
Royce Clayton
Sean Casey
Jacob Cruz
Ken Kelly
Alex Gonzalez NYM
Timo Perez
Aaron Harang SD
Dave Williams SD
Ramon Santiago
Reggie Taylor
Omar Infante SF
Marcus Thames MIL
Bob Keppel
Doug Mietkiewicz
Ronny Paulino
Matt LeCroy
Luis Soto
J.J. Juries
Rich Thompson
John Grabow
Mike Johston
Dan Smith
Juan Gutierrez
Nate Cornejo
J.T. Snow SF
Scott Podsednik
Gabe Kapler
Preston Wilson
Edwin Encarnacion MIL
Dustin Mohr
Billy McMillon
Trent Durrington
Brandon Backe
Cliff Politte NYM
David Riske TOR
Mike MacDougal SD
Matt Ginter
Zach Day
Roberto Petagine
Carl Everett
Joel Piniero
Ramon Ortiz
Sam Marsonek
Chris Oxspring
Roy Corcoran
Dan Reichert
Bengie Molina CWS
Frank Catalanotto CLE
Gary Sheffield
John McDonald CWS
Pete Walker
James Baldwin
Dave Maurer
Damian Miller
Chad Moeller
Jeff Cirillo
Mark L. Johnson
Ezequiel Astacio
Gary Glover
Rick Helling
Ruben Quevedo
Carmen Cali
Ray Durham
Pedro Feliz
Jason Ellison TOR
Moises Alou
Jose Vizcaino
Steve Finley
Jason Schmidt SD
Matt Kinney
Jeremy Fikac
Brandon Puffer
Brandon Phillips
David Bell
Mike Sweeney SF
Wade Miller
Jorge Sosa SF
Ruddy Lugo
Mike O'Connor MIL
Terry Adams
C.J. Nikowski
Aaron Small
Scott Strickland
Sal Fasano CLE
David Dellucci
Julio Santana
Rheal Cormier
Arthur Rhodes
Ryan Franklin
Ricardo Rodriguez
Aaron Myette
Ramon Castro
Cliff Floyd
Kazuo Matsui
Endy Chavez HOU
Eric Valent
Steve Trachsel
Chad Bradford BAL
Juan Padilla WAS
Jose Lima
Mike Matthews
Grant Roberts
Orlando Hernandez
Matt Prischo
Lyle Overbay
So Taguchi
Larry Bigbie
Mike Lincoln
John Riedling
Craig Biggio
Eric Burntlett
Eric Munson
Roger Clemens MIL
Jonathan Johnson
Dave Borkowski CWS
Ty Wigginton MIN
Kevin Mench
Jim Edmonds FLA
Joe Randa
Keith Foulke MIL
Jon Rauch
Jack Cressend
Rob Bell
Tom Gorzelanny SF
D'Angelo Jimenez
Rod Barajas
Erubiel Durazo
Jason Cotti
Adam Eaton
Akinori Otsuka MIN
Kevin Walker
Kevin Gryboski
Ryan Bukvich
Matt Riley
Carlos Pena
Bernie Williams
Joel Peralta
Jesus Colome
Robert Fick
Michael Ryan
Chad Allen
Joe McEwing
Paul Bako
Vance Wilson
Dee Brown
Roy Oswalt HOU
Fernando Rodney CLE
Damaso Marte CLE
Joe Mays
Ryan Jensen
Brian Anderson
Chris George

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

It has been reported that a team has offered Jason Schmidt a one year deal with a player option for '08 that is valued at approximately $30-34 million total. He is leaning towards signing this deal.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

After much deliberation, it has been announced that Edwin Encarnacion has signed a 1-year $4.25 million deal with the Milwaukee Brewers.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Indians ink Rodney

After a hard fought competition from many contending teams, young Fernando Rodney decided to sign with a lower profile club in the Cleveland Indians with a clear chance to close. The other rumoured teams involved were New York (NL), Houston and Florida but none offered him the closer's role.

Rodney will earn $3.05 million anually for the next 3 seasons...

[JordanDL3891]

wow, he signed for a lower deal than the 4.2, congrats indians! wow the indians are getting so many guys cheeply, lol, you'd think they know one of the council members personaly or somthin!


edit: woops, thats the twins getting all these guys - can't Marte close though

[-Kyle-]

Indians ink Rodney

After a hard fought competition from many contending teams, young Fernando Rodney decided to sign with a lower profile club in the Cleveland Indians with a clear chance to close. The other rumoured teams involved were New York (NL), Houston and Florida but none offered him the closer's role.

Rodney will earn $3.05 million anually for the next 3 seasons...
Florida never made an offer...I think.:noidea

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Florida never made an offer...I think.:noideaYou're right. He's thinking of another player.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

wow, he signed for a lower deal than the 4.2, congrats indians! wow the indians are getting so many guys cheeply, lol, you'd think they know one of the council members personaly or somthin!
Once again, we decided before you even put in an offer that he wanted to close.

[JordanDL3891]

ok, its set in stone what he is, but FYI, in real life, players 99.9% of the time go for the money. they will sometimes go for the lower price if it is somthing they want like what team or position (as closer) but if the other deal is higher by like a million! they are more interested in that extra mil! and I offered over a million more. Just thought you would like to know, trying to keep the game realistic and all.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

It isn't always about the money. Players take into account other factors as well. We decided in the beginning that he would want to close. Unfortunately, that didn't work out for you. But we'll move on.

[JordanDL3891]

It isn't always about the money. Players take into account other factors as well. We decided in the beginning that he would want to close. Unfortunately, that didn't work out for you. But we'll move on.

yes I agree, but not when a million bucks are in play. FYI, Rodney has never succeded as a closer in MLB. But it doesn't matter, he is already signed, and I have moved my interested to another reliver (who oddly isn't on the FA list we have, but he is an FA I do belive)

but how did you decided to have rodney want to close and not otsuka or macdougal

[Erik Bedard]

Otsuka would be making eight million dollars a year to set up. He'd take that any day.

BTW, Jordan, Rodney had basically signed with Cleveland once their offer came in. Blame it on me if you want, since it was my idea to have him sign the deal where he would close.

And as an O's fan, I know all too well that players don't always go for the money. Paul Konerko turned down 5M more from Baltimore to go to Chicago.

[JordanDL3891]

Otsuka would be making eight million dollars a year to set up. He'd take that any day.

BTW, Jordan, Rodney had basically signed with Cleveland once their offer came in. Blame it on me if you want, since it was my idea to have him sign the deal where he would close.

And as an O's fan, I know all too well that players don't always go for the money. Paul Konerko turned down 5M more from Baltimore to go to Chicago.

no offence, he wanted to be on a team that can win.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Jim Edmonds is extremely close to signing a deal with a team from Florida.

Aaron Harang has accepted a 3-year/$21 million dollar offer from the San Diego Padres.

[Erik Bedard]

no offence, he wanted to be on a team that can win.

So he turned down more money. Rodney wants a chance to close, so he turned down more money.

[JordanDL3891]

but rodney cant close! lol w/e it doesnt matter, he was signed already.

[-Kyle-]

Jim Edmonds is extremely close to signing a deal with a team from Florida.

Aaron Harang has accepted a 3-year/$21 million dollar offer from the San Diego Padres.

Why did Harang sign with SD? I gave him more guranteed money than 7mil per year and with incentives. I sent it to wilk. :noidea

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Why did Harang sign with SD? I gave him more guranteed money than 7mil per year and with incentives. I sent it to wilk. :noideaIt was only $1 million more, and he comes from SD. We decided he would rather pitch at home.

[-Kyle-]

It was only $1 million more, and he comes from SD. We decided he would rather pitch at home.
Ok, that makes sense...Thanks. :)

[Erik Bedard]

Oswalt Returns to Houston

After lengthy negotiations with many different clubs, Roy Oswalt has decided to return to Houston to play for the Astros, who traded him to Detroit in midseason. Oswalt was then inexplicably not re-signed, and became a free agent. He was reportedly offered contracts by six different teams, the Astros, Marlins, Twins, Mets, Nationals, and Orioles. The Orioles were believed to have offered Oswalt a six-year, 120 million dollar deal to come to Baltimore. However, shortly thereafter, Houston offered six years and 123.6 million dollars, as well as a three-year no-trade clause. Oswalt's agent EB "It was the no-trade clause that did it. Roy was very upset at being traded for Mike Maroth, and felt as if Houston had insulted him. He wanted assurance that this would not happen again, and Houston gave him that. The money didn't hurt either."

[JordanDL3891]

Oswalt Returns to Houston

After lengthy negotiations with many different clubs, Roy Oswalt has decided to return to Houston to play for the Astros, who traded him to Detroit in midseason. Oswalt was then inexplicably not re-signed, and became a free agent. He was reportedly offered contracts by six different teams, the Astros, Marlins, Twins, Mets, Nationals, and Orioles. The Orioles were believed to have offered Oswalt a six-year, 120 million dollar deal to come to Baltimore. However, shortly thereafter, Houston offered six years and 123.6 million dollars, as well as a three-year no-trade clause. Oswalt's agent EB "It was the no-trade clause that did it. Roy was very upset at being traded for Mike Maroth, and felt as if Houston had insulted him. He wanted assurance that this would not happen again, and Houston gave him that. The money didn't hurt either."


Astros are very happy, and would like to thank the agent council after all the back and forth problems.

there will also be a new news article on www.freewebs.com/houstonastrosbbftg/ about oswalt.

[gigantes27]

Oswalt Returns to Houston

After lengthy negotiations with many different clubs, Roy Oswalt has decided to return to Houston to play for the Astros, who traded him to Detroit in midseason. Oswalt was then inexplicably not re-signed, and became a free agent. He was reportedly offered contracts by six different teams, the Astros, Marlins, Twins, Mets, Nationals, and Orioles. The Orioles were believed to have offered Oswalt a six-year, 120 million dollar deal to come to Baltimore. However, shortly thereafter, Houston offered six years and 123.6 million dollars, as well as a three-year no-trade clause. Oswalt's agent EB "It was the no-trade clause that did it. Roy was very upset at being traded for Mike Maroth, and felt as if Houston had insulted him. He wanted assurance that this would not happen again, and Houston gave him that. The money didn't hurt either."
man i offered oswalt 24 mil a year. its too bad that he couldnt come to san fran.
hey wilk are you getting my PMs?

[Erik Bedard]

I'm not getting any PMs from you about Oswalt.

[gigantes27]

I'm not getting any PMs from you about Oswalt.
thats wierd.
have you got PMs for other players from me?

[Erik Bedard]

Nothing with an offer in it, I don't think.

EDIT: I did, a long time ago, but your Oswalt one wasn't close to winning.

[gigantes27]

Nothing with an offer in it, I don't think.

EDIT: I did, a long time ago, but your Oswalt one wasn't close to winning.
well i did send a new offer to wilk yesterday but i wasnt sure how long oswalt was going to go unsigned.
ill send you some offers for other players and tell me if you get them.

[Erik Bedard]

Got 'em .

[JordanDL3891]

man i offered oswalt 24 mil a year. its too bad that he couldnt come to san fran.
hey wilk are you getting my PMs?


well, you should of did what I did, pm all three. Clemens and Schmidt are still FA's btw.

I haven't started on my news article yet, I am going to work on it now.

[gigantes27]

well, you should of did what I did, pm all three. Clemens and Schmidt are still FA's btw.

I haven't started on my news article yet, I am going to work on it now.
thanks for the tip but i dislike both clemens and schmidt.

[Erik Bedard]

BTW, Schmidt signed with SD. Clemens is about to sign with Milwaukee.

[JordanDL3891]

i'm glad Clemens will be signed, I was hoping someone would sign him, I just didn't have the room for him. So I didn't resign him, but I would have felt so bad if he wasn't resigned.

Now Milwaukee needs to get Pettitte!

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Why did Harang sign with SD? I gave him more guranteed money than 7mil per year and with incentives. I sent it to wilk. :noidea
I posted it in the forum EB, remember? 8 mil a season.

It's not always about the money guys.

[gigantes27]

It's not always about the money guys.

well if its not always about the money then we shouldnt be just bidding for players. there should be more to it. mabe talking to the agents, getting the "players" to lean more towards our team. that way you have some kind of idea where the players at.

[TheKingofKings]

well if its not always about the money then we shouldnt be just bidding for players. there should be more to it. mabe talking to the agents, getting the "players" to lean more towards our team. that way you have some kind of idea where the players at.

I agree, thus making things more interesting...

[JordanDL3891]

is that not what they are doing?


Rodney wanted to close.

Oswalt didn't want to sign with the Astros unless he was sure he would have Career stablility.

Schmidt wanted to play for a contender.

[TheKingofKings]

is that not what they are doing?


Rodney wanted to close.

Oswalt didn't want to sign with the Astros unless he was sure he would have Career stablility.

Schmidt wanted to play for a contender.

Gigantes and I mean more of that, not only one sentence but the player's whole perspective, more details...

[gigantes27]

is that not what they are doing?


Rodney wanted to close.

Oswalt didn't want to sign with the Astros unless he was sure he would have Career stablility.

Schmidt wanted to play for a contender.
see, how would we know what they want. how would i know that rodney wanted to close or that schmidt wanted to play for a contender(but i mean doesnt everyone) and oswalt mabe wanted stability with you because you traded him half way through the season but he might of wanted different things with other teams. i hope you understand where im at.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

I see what you're saying. But do you want us to write up a one page report on each player? We only have so much time. Generally speaking, it's about the money. But there are other factors that are taken into consideration.

We'll try to make up more complex wants and needs, if that's what you guys want.

[gigantes27]

I see what you're saying. But do you want us to write up a one page report on each player? We only have so much time. Generally speaking, it's about the money. But there are other factors that are taken into consideration.

We'll try to make up more complex wants and needs, if that's what you guys want.
what im really just trying to say is if some players are going to sign for certain reasons shouldnt we know what it is and how to fix it. also how do i know if my offer is good enough. who is the leading "bidder".
please dont write a page about the players. we dont need it to be more complex and confusing and put more load on the agents backs. we just need to know how to sign players, mabe a detail like kings said to help sign players if that makes any sense.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

I try to keep everyone updated on how their offers are going. The weekends are usually pretty idle, but things will pick up during the week. Expect a bunch of announcements on Monday.

[gigantes27]

that sounds good. this is what i wanted. updates on where im at. thanks.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Jim Edmonds has signed a 1 year deal with the Florida Marlins worth $5 million, with a mutual option worth $9 million for '08.

Sal Fasano has signed a 2-year deal with the Cleveland Indians worth $1.5 million.

Endy Chavez has signed a 1-year deal with the Houston Astros worth $500,000 with a $1 million mutual option for '08.


Congratulations to these teams. There will be a bunch more announcements on Monday.

[Erik Bedard]

I have next to no time on the weekends. Tomorrow, though I should have more.

BTW, my PM box is almost full, so if it's not absolutely necessary, don't PM me.

[JordanDL3891]

Endy will be a great help on the Astros Defence in the outfield. I plan on having him be my backup OF to Wily Mo Pena, Carl Crawford & Vernon Wells. (I also have Mitch Einertson who will battle with Brandon Sing to start at 1B for the 07 season. Mitch can also play the OF.)

[TheKingofKings]

Endy will be a great help on the Astros Defence in the outfield. I plan on having him be my backup OF to Wily Mo Pena, Carl Crawford & Vernon Wells. (I also have Mitch Einertson who will battle with Brandon Sing to start at 1B for the 07 season. Mitch can also play the OF.)

These types of declarations are reserved to your Team Thread or team site...

[JordanDL3891]

These types of declarations are reserved to your Team Thread or team site...


Deleted for my "meanness" :D

[JordanDL3891]

Jim Edmonds has signed a 1 year deal with the Florida Marlins worth $5 million, with a mutual option worth $9 million for '08.

Sal Fasano has signed a 2-year deal with the Cleveland Indians worth $1.5 million.

Endy Chavez has signed a 1-year deal with the Houston Astros worth $500,000 with a $1 million mutual option for '08.


Congratulations to these teams. There will be a bunch more announcements on Monday.


It's past monday

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Three days late, a bunch of announcements:


Toronto signs Dave Riske to a 3-year $7.2 million deal.
Toronto signs Jason Ellison to a 4-year $18 million deal.
Washnigton signs Juan Padilla to a 1-year $1.5 million deal with a $3 million option for '08.
Washnigton signs Tim Redding to a 1-year $450,000 deal.
San Fran signs J.T. Snow to a 1-year $2 million deal.
San Fran signs Omar Infante to a 2-year $8 million deal.
San Fran signs Mike Sweeny to a 3-year $33 million deal.
San Fran signs Jorge Sosa to a 3-year $18 million deal.
Baltimore signs Chad Bradford to a 3-year $12 million deal.


Congrats to all the GM's who signed guys. More announcements to come later.

[Yankee Legend]

Are there any updates on free agents? I sent a few offers.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Most likely there will be some announced tomorrow.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

For anyone who still cares, I'm gonna make some announcements in like 30 mins. Just have to eat dinner first.

[-Kyle-]

Cool!!!!!!

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Alright. Here goes. These are confirmed.


The Mets have signed Cliff Politte a 2 year contract worth $4.6 million, with a $2.3 million club option for 2009.
The Mets have signed Tad Iguchi to a 3 year $12 million contract.
The Giants have signed Tom Gorzelanny to a 3 year $6 million contract.


These are rumors. Some of these guys are really close to signing (aka tomorrow):

Marcus Thames is rumored to be looking at signing a deal worth a total of $4 million.
Keith Foulke is close to signing a $15 million deal.
Preston Wilson has been offered a contract, and looks like he is ready to sign any day now. Looking for confirmation from one of his agents.
Scott Posednik is close to signing a rather large deal...
Sean Casey is unsure over a contract offered to him. May sign, may not.
Gary Sheffield is apparently looking for a one year $10 million contract.
Roger Clemens has not had any serious offers recently.


If you want any info on offers you've made, PM me or EB or Wilk.

That's all for now!

[Erik Bedard]

A few more signings (all values total):


John McDonald signs with CWS, 1 yr/750K with a MO worth 1M
Dave Borkowski signs with CWS, 1 yr/1.25M
Bengie Molina signs with CWS, 2 yr/8M
Roger Clemens signs with FLA, 1 yr/15M
Marcus Thames signs with MIL, 2 yr/4M
Keith Foulke signs with MIL, 3 yr/15M


.... and one more rumor: an unspecified source tells us that Adam Eaton is very close to signing a deal worth 28M.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

The list of FA's can be found here, in case anyone else wants to make some offers.

http://baseball-fever.com/showpost.php?p=816339&postcount=28

[Erik Bedard]

A couple more signings, and a rumor for ya.

Preston Wilson has signed with Milwaukee, at three years for 21M.
Adam Eaton has also signed with Milwaukee, at four years for 47.5M.
Cleveland is rumored to be pursuing Alex Cintron to fill their newly vacated SS position.

[rockiesfan4ever]

Rumor has it teh Rockies offered The O-Dog a contract but he hasn't responded

[JordanDL3891]

o-dog??????

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

o-dog??????
Who, Orlando Hudson? He's not a FA.

[JordanDL3891]

I want to have that deal signed by the end of the week. I've been waiting a while for an answer, and I need to get my bullpen set up.

[rockiesfan4ever]

Dang it it was Orlando hernandez

[TheKingofKings]

Orlando Hernandez the "O-Dog" ???
Orlando's nickname is "El Duque" not "O-Dog", that's Orlando Hudson's.

[rockiesfan4ever]

I thought it was Hudson

[TheKingofKings]

I thought it was Hudson

Oh sorry, but man, come on, be more attentive next time, these mistakes can be lethal.

[-Kyle-]

Oh sorry, but man, come on, be more attentive next time, these mistakes can be lethal.
How? When someone sends a bid on a free agent they usually do not call them by their nickname, they send the full name. Those mistakes usually aren't lethal.

[TheKingofKings]

How? When someone sends a bid on a free agent they usually do not call them by their nickname, they send the full name. Those mistakes usually aren't lethal.

Ya, but if you do not even know their last name...

[JordanDL3891]

speaking of signing, if the guy I am after is going to be an astro, I would like to have this deal signed by fri night.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

Shoot me a PM about anyone you want to know about. Same for anyone else. Sorry about the slow process, but I guess everyone is kind of busy (me included).

[rockiesfan4ever]

I just misread the name I sent the PM like "If Orlando hudson is a FA I offer (My offer)"

[Erik Bedard]

All right, since Steve and Geoff haven't visited the AC forum in two weeks, I'm taking matters into my own hands. Kinda.

Boston is looking like they will sign Tony Womack to fill their vacant backup infielder spot. Former Red Sox outfielder Scott Podsednik is also rumored to be close to a deal, with Milwaukee or San Francisco.

[JordanDL3891]

im not an agent council guy but


STL is looking for a 3B

WAS and HOU are fighting over a reliver.

[Erik Bedard]

Washington has retracted their offer.

[Erik Bedard]

Rafael Soriano signs with HOU at 2 yr./7.2M
Ramon Castro signs with NYM at 2 yr./3M
Tony Womack signs with BOS at 1 yr./600K w/team option for 1M.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

The website will be updated soon.

[JordanDL3891]

Steve, you have been quiet on this, I don't want to cheat you, are you ok with Soriano? the pm you gave me said that you thought you had the higher bid and was waiting for somthing to be said.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Steve, you have been quiet on this, I don't want to cheat you, are you ok with Soriano? the pm you gave me said that you thought you had the higher bid and was waiting for somthing to be said.
It's ok, I submitted my offer a few days after you and never got a response, oh well, it's ok, don't worry about it!

EVERYONE, THE SITE IS PROGRESSING, THE HOMEPAGE IS SCREWED UP BUT CHECK OUT THE STATS which I'm uploading now.

More to come soon!

[Yankee Legend]

Once again wilk, youre welcome to use any story from here: http://www.freewebs.com/yankeelegend/news.htm

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Done.

I haven't put the link in the Team News yet but here's the link (http://bbftg.com/homerun/metsnews.html)to YL's news stories.

You should all adopt the same procedure so I can make a page for you.

You will not have a news page if you do not send me news stories.

[JordanDL3891]

btw, there is a new article on my teams freewebs site everyone! go to Astros News on www.freewebs.com/houstonastrosbbftg/