Kotsay re-signs with Sox
CHICAGO – Mark Kotsay agreed Thursday to a $1.5 million contract to remain with the White Sox.
The 33-year-old infielder and outfielder hit .278 with four homers and 23 RBIs in 67 games combined last season with Boston and the Sox.
Kotsay is a .281 career hitter with 113 homers in 13 major league seasons.
Giants ace Lincecum cited for marijuana possession: At Seattle, San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges after a traffic stop in his home state.
The amount measured was 3.3 grams, which Washington State Patrol spokesman Steve Schatzel said police consider a small amount for personal use, well below the maximum of 40 grams before possession carries a more severe penalty.
Abreu agrees to $19 million, 2-year deal with Angels: At Anaheim, Calif., outfielder Bobby Abreu agreed Thursday to a $19 million, two-year contract to stay with the Los Angeles Angels rather than test the free-agent market.
Lackey, Holliday among 79 players to file for free agency: At New York, pitcher John Lackey and outfielder Matt Holliday were among 79 players who filed for free agency Thursday, the first possible day.
Outfielder Jason Bay, first baseman Carlos Delgado, pitcher John Smoltz and reliever Billy Wagner also filed, as did pitcher Jon Garland after the Dodgers declined his $10 million option.
Marlins trade Hermida to Red Sox: At Miami, Florida traded outfielder Jeremy Hermida to Boston on Thursday for left-handers Hunter Jones and Jose Alvarez.
