Another Pitcher out of the Running

There's not much hope of a bidding war for the services of Oliver Perez and Ben Sheets, now that Andy Pettitte and Jon Garland are no longer available. Pettitte re-signed with the Yankees on Monday and Garland agreed to terms with the Diamondbacks earlier today.

The Arizona Republic reports that the 29-yr old right-hander took a 1 year deal with a club option for 2010. Salary is thought to be in the $6 - 8 million range. Garland would joining his 3rd team in 3 years once the deal is finalized.

After spending the first 8 seasons of his career with the White Sox, Garland was dealt to the Angels, for shortstop Orlando Cabrera, prior to the 2008 season.