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Rangers outfielder Hamilton admits to having relapse

Josh Hamilton (Photo: The Canadian Press)

Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, a recovering drug addict, admitted Friday he had a relapse and had "three or four" drinks earlier this week at a Dallas-area bar. Hamilton called it a "weak moment" and said he'll take specific steps to make sure doesn't happen again. Full Story.(Photo: The Canadian Press)

Casey Kotchman (Photo: J. Meric/Getty Images)

Set In Stone

The Cleveland Indians have added first baseman Casey Kotchman to their ever-changing roster. Cleveland finalized its US$3-million, one-year deal with Kotchman on Friday, a day after reaching the agreement. Full Story.

Matt Garza (Photo: Canadian Press)

In The Fold

Right-hander Matt Garza agreed to a one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs on Friday, avoiding arbitration. Garza was acquired in a trade with Tampa Bay last January and went 10-10 with a 3.32 ERA in his first season with the Cubs. Full Story.

 
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