Baseball investigators are giving no indication of a timetable to call players alleged to be linked to drugs through the defunct Miami clinic Biogenesis, while players union officials are saying they hope the investigation doesn't drag long into the baseball season. ...more

Jason Giambi has an excellent chance to make the Indians at age 42, as he could be useful as a clubhouse influence and occasional DH. ...more

The Yankees' interest apparently isn't as a starting shortstop, as GM Brian Cashman asserted he strongly believes Derek Jeter will be ready for the start of the season. So Detroit and Boston seem like more logical options. ...more

Toronto is revealed as one of the teams on Justin Upton's new no-trade list, a smart move by him considering their intentions this winter. ...more

While nothing appears close to happening, there's always been an undercurrent of optimism that the Mets will get a contract done with David Wright. But while there's "a deal to be made'' with Dickey, the Mets are hedging their bets by starting to talk about trades. ...more

Showalter will be rewarded for a brilliant 93-69 season, though the negotiation has been temporarily delayed. Showalter's current deal runs through 2013 only. ...more

Oakland is interested in retaining Stephen Drew. The Tigers, Rays and Jays are among other teams that may make sense for him, but the A's have become a desirable team now. ...more