I’m gleeful if I’m a Twins fan about the prospects of Liriano coming back and being a productive member of the rotation this season. In another instance of interesting winter league cases is the situation of Rafael Perez. The Indians reliever started... Full Article at Bleacher Report

Chris Perez and Tony Sipp were among the youngsters showing the most promise. Rafael Perez was 26, Tony Sipp and Joe Smith 25, Jensen Lewis 24 and Chris Perez 23. Though these relievers are still in their formative years as major-league pitchers, they... Full Article at Cleveland Plain Dealer

He might well have settled on the pitchers he wants to fill out the bullpen, but he reserves the right to change his mind. On the other hand, there are reasons to believe none of the contenders has solidified a berth. The only relievers who can rest... Full Article at Akron Beacon Journal

Both Perezes are expected to retire right-handed batters and lefties. Chris Perez throws from the right side, Rafael from the left. But teams try to have more than one setup man, if only to avoid fatigue and overuse. Rafael Perez probably will work in... Full Article at Akron Beacon Journal

Fausto Carmona tossed three shutout innings and allowed just a hit in his exhibition debut. He hasn’t allowed a hit and has struck out five in three appearances (three innings). Full Article at Elyria Chronicle-Telegram

1 day ago: FILE-Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Jensen Lewis leads the players to practice at baseball spring training Thursday, March 4, 2010, in Goodyear, Ariz. Lewis and Rafael Perez have blazed a trail of success thus far this spring, pleasing new... Full Article at Let's Go Tribe

Ariz. Both relief pitchers received plenty of unwanted attention in 2009, as Cleveland's bullpen went bust. The Indians converted only 25 of 43 save chances, a 58 percent success rate that tied Baltimore for worst in the American League. It was a key... Full Article at Chillicothe Gazette

Ariz. Both relief pitchers received plenty of unwanted attention in 2009, as Cleveland's bullpen went bust. The Indians converted only 25 of 43 save chances, a 58 percent success rate that tied Baltimore for worst in the American League. It was a key... Full Article at Zanesville Times Recorder

"They say some cops become gangbangers; well, these guys were essentially gangbangers who became cops," Poole told MTV News. Rafael Perez and David Mack, Poole alleged, were just two of the many LAPD officers who were on the payroll of Death Row Records. Full Article at MTV.com

Charged: simple possession of a controlled substance Kareem Thomas, 25, of Estate Calquohoun was arrested at 11:19 p.m. Saturday and charged with simple possession of a controlled substance. Police said he was found in possession of marijuana during a... Full Article at Virgin Islands Daily News

Ariz. There are probably a lot of Indians fans in Cleveland who were tired of watching him pitch last year, but with Friday being the first day of the Cactus League season, let us dwell on the positive. The Indians beat the Reds, their new neighbors,... Full Article at Cleveland Plain Dealer

The Cleveland Indians avoided arbitration with left-handed reliever Rafael Perez on Tuesday, signing him to a one-year deal. Perez appeared in 54 games for the Indians last season and was 4-3 with a 7.31 ERA. He had been the only member of the Tribe's... Full Article at Miami Herald

Crow / The Plain DealerFausto Carmona got in some long toss with Indians reliever Rafael Perez during Sunday's individual workouts at the Indians' spring training facility in Goodyear, Ariz. All pitchers and catchers were due to report on Sunday, but... Full Article at Cleveland Plain Dealer

What will probably happen: Wood will be traded by midseason so he doesn't finish 55 games on the Tribe's watch to vest his $11 million option for 2011. Chris Perez takes over as closer, but he needs time to make the transition. Rafael Perez and Smith... Full Article at Cleveland Plain Dealer

Ever since he posted a 19-8 record and 3.06 ERA in his first full year as a starter, 2007, his fortunes have taken a tumble. And you have to remember that not too long ago, Fausto was getting Cy Young votes. But we are optimistic about this season... Full Article at Akron Beacon Journal

CLEVELAND -- In less than a week, Indians pitchers and catchers will report to the club's Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz. The key word there, of course, is development, as that figures to be the theme of the 2010 season. And what better p Full Article at MLB.com

1B | Miguel Cabrera | Detroit Tigers | Fantasy FOXSports.com's Jon Paul Morosi reports Detroit Tigers 1B Miguel Cabrera said drinking make him feel tired and kind of lazy during games because he wasn't getting enough rest. Cabrera hit .333 with 26... Full Article at KFFL

East, which won the game 142-135 at Philadelphia. Baltimore OriolesAgreed to terms with OF Luke Scott on a one-year contract. Chicago White SoxAgreed to terms with LHP John Danks on a one-year contract. Assigned C Cole Armstrong outright to Charlotte (IL). Full Article at The Honolulu Advertiser

BALTIMORE ORIOLESAgreed to terms with OF Luke Scott on a one-year contract. CHICAGO WHITE SOXAgreed to terms with LHP John Danks on a one-year contract. Assigned C Cole Armstrong outright to Charlotte (IL). CLEVELAND INDIANSAgreed to terms with LHP... Full Article at The Appleton Post-Crescent