Sources tell SI A-Rod tested positive for steroids in 2003 … In 2003, when he won the American League home run title and the AL Most Valuable Player award as a shortstop for the Texas Rangers, Alex Rodriguez tested positive for two anabolic steroids, four sources have independently told Sports Illustrated.

End could possibly be near for Durham  —  In early February, a switch-hitting second baseman's thoughts turn to loading the bags on the spring training equipment truck, sneaking in a few extra rounds in the batting cage to stay sharp, and kissing the wife and kids goodbye on the way to the airport for Florida or Arizona.

Andruw Jones close to signing with Rangers  —  Buzz up!  —  Released last month by the Los Angeles Dodgers, outfielder Andruw Jones appears headed for a minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers, according to baseball sources.  —  Jones, who will be 32 in April, is attempting to revive …

Phil Rogers' Whispers  —  Houston is planning a sneak attack on the Cubs and might improve its chances of success if it signs Adam Dunn to a one-year deal before camp starts.  Dunn, a 40-homer man for five straight seasons, would allow the Astros to move Hunter Pence to center field and Michael Bourn to the bench.

Let's talk incentives with Gordon, Jennings  —  There has never been a winter like this, with so many qualified free agents waiting for jobs with spring training within arm's reach.  So while Manny Ramirez awaits for an offer suitable for his talent, two veteran pitchers landed interesting deals.

Camp inked, Jays' streak extended  —  Club at 12 years without arbitration hearing after settlement  —  TORONTO — The Blue Jays' arbitration streak has officially been extended.  On Saturday, Toronto agreed to terms with reliever Shawn Camp on a deal for the upcoming season, tidying up the club's only unsettled contract.

Garret Anderson faces Angels' hard reality with no ill will  —  With spring training coming soon, the free agent who spent 14 years with the Angels isn't sure where he'll play.  Anderson's agent, Scott Boras, advises patience.  —  It is not exactly a death in the family, because it is baseball.

Orioles, Sherrill come to terms  —  Sun baseball writer Jeff Zrebiec just clued me in on the news that the Orioles have come to terms with reliever George Sherrill (right) on a one-year, $2.75 million deal, averting and arbitration showdown with their last arbitration-eligible player.

Wolf returns to Dodgers with 1-year, $5M deal  —  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pitcher Randy Wolf and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed Friday to a one-year, $5 million contract.  —  A 32-year-old left-hander, Wolf was a combined 12-12 with a 4.30 ERA last year with San Diego and Houston …