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	David Ortiz said his comments about Derek Jeter were taken out of context. Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images

With the Marlins continuing to amaze, why does manager Joe Girardi remain in jeopardy of losing his job at season's end? Baseball officials close to the situation say the main issue has been this: owner Jeffrey Loria likes his organization run collectively, with the front office having input beyond player procurement. And too often, Girardi has resisted those suggestions, causing a significant strain between him and the front office, including GM Larry Beinfest.
-- Miami Herald

The Devil Rays are preparing a new look for the 2008 season - new colors, uniforms, logo and, perhaps, even a new name. And although the team says it likely will keep the name "Tampa Bay," officials are at least considering changing to "Florida." The name "Florida" is used by the Marlins, but politicians there have said they would want the Marlins to change to "Miami" as a caveat for building a new stadium.
-- Tampa Tribune

Through an intermediary, David Ortiz let Derek Jeter know yesterday that he had nothing against the Yankees shortstop and his chances to be the next American League MVP. Ortiz was upset about how his comments after Sunday's game at Fenway Park created a brushfire when the Yankees media ran the comments by Jeter.
-- Boston Herald

Under increasing public and media pressure to bench him, make him a part-time player or perhaps decide against re-signing him for the 2007 season, the Astros have wrestled with the great Craig Biggio question. Biggio intends to play one more season, but if his pursuit of 3,000 hits cannot continue in Houston, he will play elsewhere, Biggio told the Chronicle on Tuesday.
-- Houston Chronicle

Third baseman Joe Crede declined to elaborate Tuesday on the condition of his lower back or his future with the White Sox, but his high-profile agent defused the perception his client's days are numbered in Chicago.
-- Chicago Tribune

The interest in Ryan Howard after he earned top rookie honors? Cool. The interest in Howard before he earned top rookie honors? Cooler. Multiple sources said the Pirates, Twins and Mariners expressed some interest in Howard, but none ever really stepped up with a serious offer.
-- Philadelphia Inquirer

Look for the Phillies to try again this offseason to move Pat Burrell's contract, and convince him to waive his complete no-trade clause. He wouldn't do it July to go to the Orioles, and the Phillies hope he reconsiders his position.
-- MLB.com

Securing closer Francisco Rodriguez to a long-term contract will be among the Angels' top priorities this off-season after the sides were unable to agree to terms on a multiyear deal last winter.
-- Los Angeles Times

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