Honda resigns in Chicago

The Chicago Winds resigned free agent Godzuki Honda to a 3 year, 24 million dollar contract. Honda had been the team's shortstop for the last few seasons, but with a decline in range he will move to second base for 2009. The team may look to sign a veteran shortstop, or promote prospect Max Rosas, a 2nd round pick last season.

Lou Zamuda, 41, has decided to play another season with the Utes, and signed a 1 year deal for 9 million. Bubba Lewis resigns with Miami for 8 million, the same amount he made last year.

Brad has chosen not to pursue a top free agent at first base, instead showing loyalty to Manfred Mueller. Mueller hit a disappointing .238 with 18 homers and 69 RBI last year, but excels defensively and has the most feared first base throwing arm of his generation. Mueller will get 44 million over the next 4 years.

Sources tell me the Florida Penguins are close to a deal to extend the contract of lefthanded starter George White, but remain far apart on his brother, center fielder Gerald White Jr., who is seeking to become one of the highest paid players in the game.