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We're still waiting for most of the big name pitching free agents to sign, and that should happen soon since pitchers and catchers are due to start reporting in two weeks or so. Here's a recap of Wednesday's hot stove action.
RETIREMENTS
1B/OF Lance Berkman: Announced his retirement after years of knee problems.
TRADES
Royals: Acquired OF Carlos Peguero from the Mariners for cash considerations, the team announced.
FREE AGENT SIGNINGS
Angels: Signed 1B/3B Chad Tracy to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training.
Mariners: Signed RHP Scott Baker to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. He will earn a $1 million base salary if he makes the team, and the deal includes incentives worth another $3.25 million. (MLB Daily Dish)
Orioles: Signed UTIL Chad Tracy to a minor league deal. He is the son of former Dodgers and Rockies manager Jim Tracy but no relation to the player who signed with the Angels.
Reds: Signed IF Ramon Santiago to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. (Jon Heyman)
Twins: Signed RHP Matt Guerrier to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, the team announced.
AVOIDED ARBITRATION
Cardinals: Signed IF Daniel Descalso to a one-year contract worth $1.29 million, plus performance bonuses. (Fox Sports)
Cubs: Signed OF Justin Ruggiano to a one-year deal worth $2 million. (New York Post)
WAIVER CLAIMS
Rangers: Claimed LHP Pedro Figueroa off waivers from the Rays, the team announced.
ROSTER CUTS
Rangers: Designated RHP Chaz Roe for assignment, the team announced. The move clears a 40-man roster spot for Figueroa.
Royals: Designated RHP Everett Teaford for assignment, the team announced. The move clears a roster spot for Peguero.
RUMORS & SPECULATION
RHP Bronson Arroyo: Confirmed that no team has even made him an offer yet.
RHP Ryan Madson: Will hold a public workout for teams on Feb 7. He has not pitched since 2011 due to continued elbow problems. (ESPN)
DH David Ortiz: Seeking only a one-year extension from the Red Sox. (WEEI.com)
Twins: Keeping tabs on OF Nelson Cruz, but they are a long shot to land him unless his price drops. (1500 ESPN)