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The Angels signed former Washington Nationals catcher Chris Snyder to a minor league contract on Monday. As reported on Sunday, it was believed that the Nationals would release or trade Snyder. On Monday, he received his release and the Angels signed him. Ready for March Madness? Enter the $100K NCAA Bracket Challenge today with Sports Out West! With the signing ... Read More »

The Oakland Athletics have acquired catcher John Jaso from the Seattle Mariners in a three-team, five-player deal, MLB.com’s Jane Lee reports.  In the trade, the A’s parted with right-handed pitchers A.J. Cole, Blake Treinen and a player to be named later to the Washington Nationals. To complete the deal, the Nationals sent power-hitting outfielder Michael Morse to the Mariners. The ... Read More »