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RHP Hudson, Braves close to 3-year deal (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

Pitcher Tim Hudson and the Atlanta Braves are nearing agreement on a three-year contract. Atlanta holds a $12 million option on the 34-year-old right-hander, who was 2-1 with a 3.61 ERA in seven starts this season after his return from elbow ligament-replacement surgery. Hudson's agent, Paul Cohen, said the sides are getting closer to a deal but that no agreement has been finalized.