Rockies Making Noise

Just one day after acquiring Rodrigo Lopez from the Orioles, the team announced that they will continue their hot pursuit for free agent pitcher Brian Lawrence. Lawrence, who is also drawing interest from the Padres, Mariners, and Pirates, did not pitch in 2006 but according to his agent, is feeling better than ever. The Rockies are also close to finalizing a deal with free agent 1B/OF John Mabry, who batted .205 with 5 HR and 25 RBI.