The Cincinnati Reds sent center fielder Willy Taveras to the Oakland Athletics as part of a four-player deal Monday, then agreed to a $3.02 million, one-year deal with Orlando Cabrera to become their starting shortstop.

Along with Taveras, the Reds sent infielder Adam Rosales to the A's for infielder Aaron Miles and a player to be named. Oakland was busy as well, agreeing with outfielder Gabe Gross on a $750,000, one-year contract and claiming infielder Steve Tolleson off waivers from Minnesota.

"I think we've been able to do some things to improve our club where we weren't too sure we would be in position to do that," Reds general manager Walt Jocketty said. "A lot of it was being patient and waiting for the market to drop to our level."

"I'm going to do everything I can, even if I have to change my name to one Ocho," Cabrera said, referring to Bengals receiver Chad Ochocinco.

Melvin Mora, 38, agreed to a $1.3 million, one-year contract with Colorado. He is expected to serve primarily as a backup at third base for Ian Stewart.

Ryan Garko agreed to a $550,000, one-year contract as Seattle tried to address its need for a right-handed hitter. The 29-year-old is a first baseman and designated hitter.

Jon Miller, who has spent parts of five decades as the voice of five major league teams, was selected as the 2010 recipient of the Ford C. Frick Award, which is presented annually for major contributions to baseball broadcasting. Miller also has been the voice of ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball telecasts for 20 years.

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