The Minnesota Twins sign outfielder Denard Span to a five-year contract worth $16.5 million, with an option for a sixth year. Span hit .311 as the Twins’ leadoff hitter in 2009 while playing in all three outfield spots; he’ll be the regular centerfielder this season.

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The Minnesota Twins sign outfielder Denard Span to a five-year contract worth $16.5 million, with an option for a sixth year. Span hit .311 as the Twins’ leadoff hitter in 2009 while playing in all three outfield spots; he’ll be the regular centerfielder this season.

The Astros’ Lance Berkman undergoes surgery to remove loose cartilage in his left knee. He will miss Opening Day and only make his season debut on April 20th.

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The Astros’ Lance Berkman undergoes surgery to remove loose cartilage in his left knee. He will miss Opening Day and only make his season debut on April 20th.