Some news

Every pitcher will report to mini-camp but Damaso Marte and Matt Morris.

I wouldn't read too much into that, though, as Doogie confirms that a Gorzo/Snell/Maholm/Morris/Duke rotation is already all but set. And we'll talk more about that soon.

To back that claim up, rumored Pirate target Matt Clement signs with the Cards. As an aside, there's a good chance the Cards are going to suck next year unless they do something, and quick.

The A's sent Nick Swisher to the ChiSox for three of Chicago's top prospects. And with that Billy Beane has swapped his two best players (and one other guy) for nine prospects. That's insane, though it's proof that it's a lot easier to rebuild when you're starting with talent.