Jake Peavy Retires

Jake Peavy, 37, is retired after not finding any takers for his comeback attempt last season. Peavy played for four teams in his 15-year career, most notably the Padres and White Sox.

Boston Globe

If Rick Ankiel Comeback Happens, It Should Happen With Cardinals

When video of Rick Ankiel pitching in the Bluegrass World Series surfaced on social media in August, the idea of a comeback attempt for the former MLB pitcher and outfielder seemed like a fantasy, even when Ankiel brought it up at the time.

KMOV

Alex Reyes' Daughter Battling Cancer, Gives Pitcher Perspective On Season-Ending Surgery; Luke Gregerson Addresses Knee; Extra Bases

As he returned from Philadelphia this past week his right arm back in a sling, Alex Reyes watched his girlfriend lift the luggage he could not and thought immediately of the things she and their family have already had to carry this past year.

Post-Dispatch

Injury Surprises Frustrate Mike Matheny; Matthew Bowman, Greg Holland To Memphis; Players Of The Month

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny, who is considered a strong communicator, allowed Wednesday he had some communications issues — or lack of communication — with some of his key players.

Post-Dispatch

Cardinals Have Pieces To Pull Of Trade For Manny Machado, Josh Donaldson, Or Mike Moustakas; Red Sox Interested In Kelvin Herrera

The Cardinals keep things close to the vest, but it’s clear they need third base help and an impact hitter. They have the pieces to get Machado, Donaldson or Moustakas, and if I had to venture a guess, they’ll get one of them by the end of July.

Boston Globe

Jake Peavy Has Been Through A Lot, & He Wants To Pitch Again; Kyle Barraclough, Mike Moustakas, Cole Hamels, Jose Abreu, & Zach Britton Could Be On Trade Market

He still has the duck boat he bought after the 2013 World Series parade, an event he described as one of the greatest moments of his life. If Jake Peavy never pitches another inning in major league baseball, he will have that memory and being part of “the most unique baseball team I’ve ever seen.”

Boston Globe

25 MLB Elder Statesman Looking For Work

Veterans and super-veterans continue to struggle to find work, with the over-35 set particularly ignored.

FanRags

'I Need A Miracle Every Day': Jake Peavy Picks Up Pieces Of A Shattered Life

The famous duck boat sits motionless in the quiet of a shed at the center of the property.

Bleacher Report

Can The Cardinals Find A Hidden Gem On The Open Market?

The Cardinals have been famous in the past for under-the-radar players shining in big moments. Here are some players who fit that mold and should be considered:

KSDK

Jake Peavy Attempting 2018 Comeback

Veteran free agent right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy sat out the 2017 season, but after a year away from the major leagues, is attempting to make a comeback in 2018, sources tell FanRag Sports.

FanRags

Jake Peavy Wants To Pitch In 2018

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Jake Peavy, Taking Time Off For Family, Debates A Midseason Return To Baseball

It wouldn’t be hard to connect dots: Eduardo Rodriguez lands on the disabled list with an injury, Brian Johnson takes a tumble in a tuneup start in Pawtucket, and suddenly, Jake Peavy, proudly wearing his 2013 Red Sox World Series ring, shows up in Boston.

Boston Globe

Colby Lewis, Jake Peavy, Tim Lincecum, & Doug Fister Are Still Available

Colby Lewis, Jake Peavy, Tim Lincecum, and Doug Fister remain free agents, but they’re not going to be front of the rotation pitchers that teams need.

Boston Globe

Angel Pagan Holding Out For Right Money

Outfielder Angel Pagan remains a free agent not because he has been unable to secure a major-league offer; he already has turned down two separate guaranteed deals, but is holding out for a certain desired salary, according to a major-league source.

Fox Sports

Jose Valverde Signed With Aguascalientes For 2017 Season

The renowned Dominican boxer José Rafael Valverde who in his 12-year career in the big tent, added 288 rescues for life, plus three seasons as a leader of rescues , Same number of campaigns in which it was nominated to the game of stars; Was presented this day at a press conference at the "Alberto Romo Chávez" Park by general manager José Luis García Rivas as the new firefighter of the ninth place.  (Translated)

MiLB Official Site

For Jake Peavy, Baseball Must Take A Back Seat

After 17 professional spring trainings, Jake Peavy's instincts point him toward the comfort of a baseball diamond. He should be arriving bleary-eyed at the clubhouse with a cup of coffee at 7 a.m. and getting ready for a bullpen session rather than working out at his ranch in Alabama and coaching part time just up the road at Morgan Academy.

ESPN

Four Possible Free Agent Replacements For Alex Reyes

The St. Louis Cardinals will be without top pitching prospect Alex Reyes for the 2017 season. If they which to replace him they could look at a number of available free agents.

Redbird Rants

Available Free Agents Unlikely To Tempt Alex Reyes-Less Cardinals

If the news that top pitching prospect Alex Reyes will lose his entire 2017 season to Tommy John surgery was a kick in the gut to the Cardinals, the subsequent investigation of available free agent starters can be called a slap to the face.

BenFred

Alex Reyes' Injury Starts Cardinals' Camp On Sour Note

No, thanks. We'll take a mulligan. This isn't how anyone wanted to start Spring Training.

St. Louis Official Site

Padres Unlikely To Sign Jake Peavy

Mighty 1090’s Craig Elsten had the Union-Tribune’s beat writer Dennis Lin on to talk about the Padres as they head into Spring Training. Lin started rumors in December that the Padres had shown interest in signing former Padres 2007 Cy Young pitcher Jake Peavy which excited some fans and Craig in particular.

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