...TEXAS RANGERS--Announced the resignation of Johnny Oates, manager. Named third-base coach Jerry Narron manager for the remainder of the season. National League ATLANTA BRAVES--Sent RHP Kerry Ligtenberg to Richmond of the International...

Faced a with a hard choice between veterans services and emergency management, Crow Wing County official Dave Schuldheisz followed his heart to veteran services now that the offices may be split.

...Designated RHP Kiko Calero to assignment. SEATTLE MARINERS-Fired John McLaren, manager. Named Jim Riggleman manager for the remainder of the season. National League MILWAUKEE BREWERS-Activated RHP David Riske from the 15-day DL. Designated...

...Buffalo of the International League through the 2006 season. DETROIT TIGERS--Named interim manager Luis Pujols manager for the remainder of the season. Fired Dan Warthen, pitching coach; Doug Mansolino, third base coach; Ed Ott, bullpen coach...

DENVER (AP) - Colorado Rockies manager Buddy Bell was fired Friday with the team off to the worst start in club history.

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