Glavine to Braves; Red Sox, Lowell closing in

• The Braves have agreed to a one-year, $8 million deal with Tom Glavine. Glavine spent the first 16 seasons of his career in Atlanta, winning one World Series and two Cy Young awards. The 41-year old left-hander was a member of the Mets the past five years. In 2007, he went 13-8 with a 4.45 ERA.
• The Red Sox are reportedly closing in on a deal with Mike Lowell. The terms of the contract are not yet known. Boston may also try to trade for Johan Santana if he becomes available, but Minnesota's recent offer to the 29-year old left-hander says otherwise.
• Torii Hunter will have dinner with Texas Rangers' owner Tom Hicks tonight. Although the Rangers are considered the frontrunners for his services, Hunter is also considering the Dodgers.