September 14, 1996
Baseball
Astros: Announced the resignation of Dan O'Brien, director of scouting.
Athletics: Recalled INF Scott Spezio, RHP Jay Witasik and RHP Aaron Small from Triple-A Edmonton
Reds: Claimed LHP Pedro Martinez off waivers from the New York Mets. Sent OF Andre King to the New York Mets. Released pitcher Derek Lilliquist.
Twins: Received 1B Dave Arias from Seattle to complete Dave Hollins trade.
Basketball
Heat: Signed F Martin Muursepp.
Lakers: Signed G David Booth.
Raptors: Signed F Mark Hughes.
Football
Bengals: Signed DT Tim Morabito to the practice squad. Released DT Brad Keeney from the practice squad.
Jaguars: Signed WR Kendricke Bullard from the practice squad. Waived DB Rashid Gayle.
Packers: Released FB Kevin Smith. Claimed RB Calvin Jones off waivers from Oakland.
Hockey
Blues: Signed LW Tony Twist to a three-year contract.
Canadiens: Agreed to terms with RW Valeri Bure on a one-year contract.
Oilers: Signed C Steve Kelly, their first-round pick in the 1995 draft, to a three-year contract.
Colleges
Towson State: Named Courtney Crangi assistant lacrosse coach.
Pub Date: 9/14/96