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Touch 'Em All: Report: Blanton may retire

Former Phillie Joe Blanton, who was released by Anaheim at the end of spring training, is considering retirement, the Orange County Register reported Monday on its website.

Former Phillie Joe Blanton, who was released by Anaheim at the end of spring training, is considering retirement, the Orange County Register reported Monday on its website.

The 33-year-old righthander left Oakland's triple-A team after pitching twice, giving up six earned runs in 102/3 innings.

Blanton has a career 85-89 record and 4.51 ERA, with 1,086 strikeouts. He was a Phillie from 2008 to 2012.

Big money for Gyorko

The San Diego Padres gave second baseman Jedd Gyorko a hefty raise. The six-year contract adds $35 million over five seasons through 2019. It replaces a one-year deal agreed to last month and includes a team option for 2020.

Medical report

Toronto second baseman Maicer Izturis, 33, needs surgery for a tear in his left knee and could be out for the season.

Yankees catcher Francisco Cervelli went on the 15-day disabled list because of a right hamstring strain.

Cincinnati closer Aroldis Chapman threw off a mound for the first time since he was hit in the forehead by a line drive during spring training.

- Inquirer wire services