Kimbrel, Hellickson take top rookie awards  —  Braves closer set freshman saves mark; Rays righty won 13  —  Braves closer Craig Kimbrel and Rays starter Jeremy Hellickson received high honors for their outstanding first full seasons in the Major Leagues on Monday, as they were named …

Sveum to get 2nd interview with BoSox  —  As the Red Sox and Cubs interviewed many of the same candidates for manager, the possibility existed that they would end up trying to hire the same guy.  —  The possibility is growing stronger.  —  Brewers hitting coach Dale Sveum is scheduled …

Sources: Kemp, Dodgers working on deal  —  The Los Angeles Dodgers and Matt Kemp are in serious discussions that could land the 27-year-old outfielder $160 million over eight years, sources told FOXSports.com.  —  It would rank as the seventh-largest contract in baseball history.

Realignment, labor, Astros, playoffs mean key week for MLB  —  MILWAUKEE - Major League Baseball's power brokers began arriving Monday in Milwaukee, and by the time they leave town Thursday, the baseball landscape may be dramatically different.  —  In the next 72 hours …

Sources: Tigers interested in Prado  —  With Aaron Hill returning to the Diamondbacks on a two-year, $11 million deal, the Tigers believe they may need to turn to the trade market to fill their opening at second base.  —  The Tigers are interested in Atlanta's Martin Prado, sources say.

Diamondbacks re-sign Aaron Hill for 2 years: reports  —  Aaron Hill, like John McDonald before him, has closed the door on the Toronto Blue Jays, at least for two more seasons.  —  According to multiple reports, the free-agent second baseman has re-signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks for two years.

Sources: MLB sides close to OK'ing draft tweaks  —  Major League Baseball and its players' union appear to be close to agreeing to a draft structure that will serve to restrain signing bonuses — something commissioner Bud Selig has wanted — and could eliminate first-round draft pick compensation …

Dodgers Reach Agreement With Mark Ellis  —  Check another item off the Dodgers' winter to-do list, as the team reached an agreement with second baseman Mark Ellis on a two-year, $8.75MM deal that includes a team option for 2014.  —  With Dee Gordon penciled in at shortstop and Juan Uribe at third …

Angels hire Hal Morris as pro scouting director  —  In the latest move toward rebuilding a front office decimated by firings, the Angels on Monday announced that former big leaguer Hal Morris has agreed to terms on a multiyear contract to become director of pro scouting.

New-look Marlins make a splash but big questions still remain … The newly-named Miami Marlins entered this world with a bang — actually three of them.  You've got to give them credit for one thing at least.  They do know how to make an entrance.  —  Coincidence or not, last Friday …

Kouzmanoff, Willingham on Pirates' radar  —  PITTSBURGH — While the Pirates are prioritizing pitching, first base and shortstop in their current free-agent pursuits, their inquiries have not been limited only to players at those positions of need.  —  A source confirmed that the Pirates …

Cardinals hand managerial reins to Matheny  —  First-time skipper played five seasons with Redbirds  —  ST. LOUIS — The Cardinals are betting on character.  —  One of the most respected — even revered — players in the club's recent era, Mike Matheny, will be formally introduced …