MLB: Braves acquire Derrek Lee, Signings and News

The Atlanta Braves acquire 1B Derrek Lee from the Chicago Cubs for pitchers Robinson Lopez, Tyrelle Harris, and Jeffrey Lorick.

The Cincinnati Reds designated P Michah Owings for assignment. Owings requested to be traded.

The Texas Rangers sign P Jesus Colome

The New York Mets place P Francisco Rodriguez on the disqualified list, he will not be paid.

The Philadelphia Phillies designate OF Greg Dobbs for assignment

The Tampa Bay Rays sign P Ramon Ortiz

The Colorado Rockies are set to release OF Brad Hawpe

The Washington Nationals sign C/OF Bryce Harper (5 years, 9.9M)