Andy Pettitte remains the Yankees top choice to fill out their rotation, though it remains unclear whether or not the veteran left-hander wants to even pitch for anyone in 2007.

The Hanshin Tigers accepted the New York Yankees offer of about $25 million Tuesday for pitcher Kei Igawa.

Mike Mussina has spent six seasons with the Yankees and hasn't won a World Series ring.

Bidding for Japanese pitcher Kei Igawa closed on Monday, and the Yankees and Mets were thought to be among the teams that submitted offers.

Gregg Zaun's agent said on Saturday that he has been in "consistent" contact with general manager Brian Cashman.

According to a baseball official, the Yankees inquired about a trade for Tampa Bay's Ty Wigginton, but the price tag apparently was too high.

Johnny Damon had a successful first season in pinstripes, but he says that he could do better.

A three-day baseball tournament featuring teams comprised of Southern California high school players will be held this weekend to help raise money for the Cory Lidle Foundation.

While the Twins had multiple candidates for the league's award, Justin Morneau came out on top Tuesday as he was announced as this year's American League MVP.

The Yankees are close to offering a contract to Ted Lilly.

An unsubstantiated rumor was floating around baseball circles on Monday that Derek Jeter and Justin Morneau tied in the MVP voting.

Mike Mussina and the Yankees reached a preliminary agreement Monday on a $23 million, two-year contract.

Major League Baseball is expected to soon make an announcement regarding the 2008 All-Star Game being played at Yankee Stadium.

Barry Axelrod, agent for Rich Aurilia, said he wants to still be a regular player, which he could be with the Yankees if they see him as filling their need for a right-handed-hitting first baseman.

The Yankees are on the hunt for a right handed bat to play first base and so they have made inquiries for Nomar Garciaparra and Shea Hillenbrand.

Brian Cashman has instructed Scott Proctor that he needs to come to Spring Training ready to be a starting pitcher.

Alex Rodriguez wants to play the hand he's got with the Yankees.

Following the 2007 season, Alex Rodriguez has the right to void the final three years on his contract and declare free agency.

Humberto Sanchez was the key piece the Yankees received in return for Gary Sheffield last week and they are already entertaining trade offers that they have received from other clubs for the young pitcher.

The Yankees have reached out to Gil Meche, who was 11-8 with a 4.

According to several industry Sources, Mike Mussina, 38 next month, and the Yankees have agreed to a two-year deal worth $22.

There have been clubs calling the Yankees about Carl Pavano, the often-injured starting pitcher.

Joe Girardi's next move is back into the broadcast booth with the Yankees, rather than seeking another managing job.

The Yankees will decline Mike Mussina's $17 million option by Wednesday's deadline, which will entitle the pitcher to an additional $1.

On Sunday, the Yankees took the same approach with Jaret Wright, dealing him to the Orioles for right-handed reliever Chris Britton.

The Yankees' Mike Mussina officially filed for free agency Saturday.

The Orioles have had talks with the New York Yankees about acquiring 30-year-old pitcher Jaret Wright, according to an industry source.

Outfielder Bubba Crosby has not done much on the major league level, but the Reds evidently think he might be productive.

It is starting to sound like a broken record, but talk of an Alex Rodriguez trade out of New York will likely persist until he is actually dealt or he helps the Yankees win their first championship since 2000.

Brian Cashman opted to stay silent on the comments expressed by the disgruntled Gary Sheffield, team president Randy Levine and general partner Steve Swindal shared their thoughts on Thursday.

The more time that passes until the Yankees trade Gary Sheffield, the more opportunities he will have to be vocal in his criticsm.

Wednesday's 5 p.

The Yankees intend to inquire about both Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte, according to a team source.

Major League organizations have until 5 p.

With the writing on the wall that he will be dealt, Gary Sheffield has accepted his fate that he will play somewhere other than with the Yankees in 2007.

Gary Sheffield's $13 million option was exercised Sunday by the Yankees, who plan to trade the outfielder.

Arn Tellem, the agent for Mike Mussina, said yesterday that he and the Yankees have made "substantial progress" in their negotiations for a two-year contract.

According to a source familiar with the Yankees, the $13 million option will be exercised by the team on Sunday, as expected.

A stiff wind was blamed Friday for blowing the small airplane carrying Yankees pitcher Cory Lidle off course and into a New York City high-rise on Oct.

Mike Mussina has told friends the Mets would be a welcome option if the Yankees don't want him back.

Don Mattingly is the heavy favorite to replace Joe Torre in 2008 - even if Brian Cashman said the move from hitting coach to bench coach guarantees nothing.

There is no truth to the rumor circulating yesterday that the Phillies and New York Yankees had worked out a deal for Gary Sheffield, who will make $13 million next season.

Don Mattingly is moving up to Yankees' bench coach next season, a promotion that makes him the early favorite to one day succeed Joe Torre as manager.

According to industry sources, the Yankees have been inundated with inquiries about Gary Sheffield.

With Hideki Matsui in left, Johnny Damon in center, Bobby Abreu in right, the Yankees wanting to turn Jason Giambi into a full-time DH and Melky Cabrera as the fourth outfielder, there doesn't appear to be much more than a No.

The Athletics essentially knew that Barry Zito would test the waters of free agency this winter.