Here’s a few links for today:

• The Tampa Bay Rays have signed former San Diego Padres #1 pick Matt Bush to a Minor League deal.
• Right-handed pitcher Doug Brocail retires after 15 Major League seasons.
• Bill Ladson of MLB.com says that the Washington Nationals have designated RHP Marco Estrada for assignment.
• According to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, the Toronto Blue have spoken with Scott Boras, Johnny Damon’s agent. Alex Anthopoulos, GM of the Toronto Blue Jays, responds, “I dont want to get your hopes up.” The Blue Jays need a lead off hitter and Damon would fill the spot.