1.   As has been the case for the Dodgers, avoiding salary arbitration is paramount.

2.   The Colorado Rockies agreed to a one-year contract with pitcher Steve Reed, avoiding salary arbitration.

3.   The Cincinnati Reds agreed to a one-year contract with relief pitcher Hector Carrasco, avoiding salary arbitration.

4.   The Florida Marlins agreed to terms on a one-year contract with outfielder Cliff Floyd, avoiding salary arbitration.

5.   The Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to a one-year contract with outfielder Matt Mieske, avoiding salary arbitration.

6.   The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to terms on a one-year contract with outfielder Jacob Brumfield, avoiding salary arbitration.