Mets Expected to Sign Alex Cora

The NY Mets are said to have reached an agreement with infielder Alex Cora, who had been with the Boston Red Sox. Cora will back up Jose Reyes at shortstop and also serve as insurance at second base.

Nats Sign Josh Towers

The Nationals inked pitcher Josh Towers to a minor-league contract with an invitation to Spring Training. More from mlb.com's Bill Ladson...

Braves Seeking Power-Hitting Outfielder

The Atlanta Braves, fresh off signing Derek Lowe, will turn their attention to their hitting. They have known interest in Xavier Nady and Nick Swisher, who the Yankees appear willing to deal. More from Mark Bowman from mlb.com...

Braves Sign Derek Lowe...Mets Look to Perez

Derek Lowe has agreed to terms on a 4-year, $60 million deal with the Atlanta Braves. The Braves were willing to guarantee a fourth year, which along with a $15 million annual salary, was enough to sway Lowe their way. Mark Bowman from mlb.com has more.

The New York Mets have moved their focus to Oliver Perez. After becoming discouraged during the Lowe negotiations, the Mets reportedly made a 3-year, $30 million offer to Perez. Some insiders feel Perez has been GM Omar Minaya's choice all along. More from Doug Miller at mlb.com.

Marlins Sign Jay Gibbons

The Florida Marlins have signed outfielder Jay Gibbons to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training. Gibbons played part of last season in the Milwaukee farm system. After seven years with the Orioles, he was hit with injuries and a Sports Illustrated report linked him to human growth hormone, which he admitted to and was suspended for 15 games for. More on the signing from Alden Gonzalez at mlb.com....