MLB 2010-2011 Off Season Thread

[Emperor Smeat]

Some MLB news:

Mark Cuban drops out of the Mets ownership bidding after loosing intrest in becoming a part owner and being prevented repeatedly of owning a majority stake in the team. Donald Trump still in the bidding but will drop if he isn't allowed the chance to bid for a majority stake in the team.

Cuban's quote:

"I've been through this before, but call me crazy: When I write an $800 million check, I want somebody to kiss my ass. I don't want to have to beg and grovel to write that check."

Yankees decide that Jeter will share his lead-off spot regardless if Jeter likes it or not with Girardi swapping the lead-off hitter based on the throwing arm of the pitcher.

Giants believe their closer Wilson will be available for Opening Day. His injury got downgraded to mild side strain.

White Sox confident Jake Peavy will return soon after rehab from his current injury but do expect him to miss the first 3-4 starts of the season.

Red Sox believe an extension for Adrian Gonzalez will occur no later than April. The Red Sox didn't want to get hit by the Luxury Cap tax so any deal done will have to occur after Opening Day week and wanted to see him play a bit after recovering from surgery late last year.