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  • MLB security chief Hallinan retires

    Major League Baseball security chief Kevin Hallinan retired Thursday after a 21-year career that included time as the lead internal investigator on the Pete Rose case. Hallinan created a system that put security agents at every ballpark and helped establish a career development program for players entering the big leagues.

  • Former Yanks exec Swindal pleads to DUI

    Former New York Yankees executive Steve Swindal pleaded no contest Thursday to driving under the influence of alcohol. He agreed to a suspended driver’s license for six months and one year of probation. The 52-year-old Swindal once was designated as George Steinbrenner’s successor to head of the Yankees.

  • Orioles decline $7.5M option on Benson

    The Baltimore Orioles cut ties with Kris Benson on Thursday, declining their $7.5 million option on the right-hander and making him eligible to become a free agent. Benson, who missed the 2007 season with a torn labrum, receives a $500,000 buyout. He made 30 starts for the Orioles in 2006, going 11-12 with a 4.82…

  • Girardi introduced as Yankees manager

    Joe Girardi stepped to the podium, put on his new pinstriped jersey and showed off a most appropriate number — 27. As in, now it’s his job to lead the New York Yankees to their 27th World Series championship. “How many do they have?” the new manager said Thursday, knowing full well the answer. In…

  • Girardi introduced as Yankees manager

    Joe Girardi stepped to the podium, put on his new pinstriped jersey and showed off a most appropriate number — 27. As in, now it’s his job to lead the New York Yankees to their 27th World Series championship. “How many do they have?” the new manager said Thursday, knowing full well the answer. In…

  • Zumaya out until midseason after surgery

    Tigers reliever Joel Zumaya is expected to be sidelined until midseason after injuring his throwing shoulder while moving items during the California wildfires. Zumaya had surgery Wednesday on his right shoulder in San Diego. His residence is listed as south of the city, in Chula Vista. Zumaya, whose 100 mph fastballs helped Detroit reach the…

  • Zumaya out until midseason after surgery

    Tigers reliever Joel Zumaya is expected to be sidelined until midseason after injuring his throwing shoulder while moving items during the California wildfires. Zumaya had surgery Wednesday on his right shoulder in San Diego. His residence is listed as south of the city, in Chula Vista. Zumaya, whose 100 mph fastballs helped Detroit reach the…

  • Former Yanks exec Swindal pleads to DUI

    Former New York Yankees executive Steve Swindal pleaded no contest Thursday to driving under the influence of alcohol. He agreed to a suspended driver’s license for six months and one year of probation. The 52-year-old Swindal once was designated as George Steinbrenner’s successor to head of the Yankees.

  • Dodgers GM says no deal with Torre yet

    General manager Ned Colletti acknowledged Wednesday he had spoken with Joe Torre about managing the Los Angeles Dodgers. While Colletti insisted they had not agreed on a contract, he indicated the former New York Yankees manager was the leading candidate to replace Grady Little, who resigned on Tuesday.

  • Rockies bring back Cook, let Hawkins go

    The NL champion Colorado Rockies picked up pitcher Aaron Cook’s $4.5 million option Wednesday and declined their $3.75 million option on reliever LaTroy Hawkins. The Rockies also announced they will bring back manager Clint Hurdle’s entire coaching staff next season. Cook started Game 4 of the World Series against the Red Sox and pitched valiantly,…

  • Schilling lists 13 teams, Red Sox No. 1

    Although his first choice remains Boston, Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling said on his blog that he would consider a dozen other teams for a “last year” based on quality of life and a chance to make it back to the playoffs. Schilling previously said he would only rule out the rival New York Yankees.…

  • Bucs plan to interview White Sox’s Cora

    The Pittsburgh Pirates plan to talk to Chicago White Sox bench coach Joey Cora about their manager’s job, which has been open for nearly a month. The Pirates have sought a manager since Jim Tracy was let go Oct. 5 after two seasons, with one year remaining on his contract. The Pirates lost 95 games…