Brian says to not expect much during the Winter Meetings next week. Outside of CC's extension, it's been a pretty boring offseason for us.
- New Boston manager Bobby Valentine is considering Bill Buckner for his hitting coach.
- Heath Bell signed with the Marlins for $27M over three years. San Diego will receive a sandwich and second-round pick for losing him. The Padres compensated by hiring ex-Mets GM Omar Minaya.