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GLENDALE, Ariz. – Chicago White Sox pitchers Gavin Floyd and Edwin Jackson tend to fly under the radar when it comes to news about the team's starting rotation. Jake Peavy's health is closely monitored and Mark Buehrle's recent Michael Vick comments garnered national headlines. Then there's the...

Orioles sign closer Accardo BALTIMORE, -- The Baltimore Orioles say they've signed pitcher Jeremy Accardo to a one-year contract, but did not disclose terms. The 29-year-old right-hander appeared in five games for Toronto last year, posting a 0-1 record with an 8.10 earned run average. But he...

Indians call up Smith CLEVELAND -- The Cleveland Indians have recalled reliever Joe Smith from Triple-A Columbus. Smith will take the roster spot vacated by starter David Huff, who was optioned to the Clippers on Monday. Huff (2-9) has just one win in his past 11 starts. This will be Smith's...

O's deal minor leaguer, cash for Fox Associated Press BALTIMORE -- The Baltimore Orioles have acquired infielder-outfielder Jake Fox from the Oakland Athletics for a minor league pitcher and cash. Fox hit .214 with two home runs and 12 RBIs in 39 games for the A's this season. The Orioles...

ST. LOUIS (AP)—The Los Angeles Dodgers activated left-handed reliever Hong-Chih Kuo(notes) from the 60-day disabled list Monday in time for the opener of a four-game series against the Cardinals. Kuo had been on the DL since May 2 with a left elbow strain and replaces infielder Blake...