February 19, 2008 The Cardinals signed Ron Villone to a minor-league deal Tuesday. The lefty posted a 4.25 ERA in 37 games last year for the Yankees. "We feel that adding Villone to the mix this spring will give us some additional options and added depth when putting together our bullpen," GM John Mozeliak said in the AP. "He's a veteran pitcher who knows how to approach the role, and we'll see what he can provide as we move through the spring."
September 8, 2007 The Yankees activated Ron Villone from the disabled list on Friday. He had been out of action with a sore back and is now the Yanks' only lefty reliever.
August 25, 2007 The Yankees placed Ron Villone on the disabled list before Friday's game. He suffered a mildly strained lower back the day before, according to the New York Daily News. Villone hopes to just miss the minimum 15 days on the DL.
March 31, 2007 Ron Villone hasn't decided whether or not he'll go to Triple-A Scranton after failing to make the Yankees opening-day roster, according to the AP. "We're still talking to the Yankees and some other teams," agent Scott Boras said.
March 31, 2007 Ron Villone did not make the Yankees' final roster cut, according to the New York Daily News. It's not clear whether he will accept a minor league assignment.
