May 2006 - Baseball Wiretap
Bonds' Trainer Subpoenaed
Greg Anderson has been subpoenaed to testify in a widening investigation into whether the Giants slugger lied under oath in 2003.
If Beltran Goes To DL, Milledge Could Get Call
Willie Randolph suggested for the first time yesterday that Lastings Milledge could be Carlos Beltran's replacement if he goes to the disabled list.
No Structural Damage On Burnett's Elbow
An examination found no structural damage in A.J. Burnett's right elbow Monday and the Toronto Blue Jays hope the diagnosis will end their starter's doubts about the health of his arm.
Helton's Health Appears To Be Improving
Todd Helton is expected to be released from Rose Medical Center after another battery of tests today. Dugger said doctors "haven't officially eliminated anything."
Wright Flattered By Trade Talk
When a club is willing to give up one of the generation's best left-handed starters for you, it is surely flattering, though David Wright wants to remain in Queens.
Cubs Send Jerome Williams To Iowa
The Chicago Cubs demoted pitcher Jerome Williams to Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, two days after he lasted only 1 1-3 innings in a start against St. Louis.
Marlins Offered Willis For Wright
Omar Minaya had the chance to acquire Dontrelle Willis in a straight-up deal for David Wright, but the GM said the 3B could become the Mets' "Jeter" and declined.
Bonds Finally Homers
Barry Bonds homered for the first time this season, hitting No. 709 of his career to help the San Francisco Giants beat the Colorado Rockies 6-4 on Saturday night.
Helton's Illness Remains A Mystery
"He's a very sick, sick individual right now," said Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd, who visited Helton on Saturday, the first baseman's second consecutive night in the hospital.
Burnett Goes To DL
The Toronto Blue Jays placed starter A.J. Burnett on the 15-day disabled list Saturday, and recalled reliever Shawn Marcum from triple A Syracuse.
Helton Hospitalized Because Of Stomach Cramps And A Fever
"We don't have a diagnosis at this time except for the stomach discomfort," trainer Keith Dugger said following the Rockies' 9-8 win over San Francisco.
Burnett Leaves Start With Sorness In Elbow
A.J. Burnett left his start after four innings because of a sore right elbow. "Something wasn't right," Burnett said. "It's pretty frustrating. I feel about two inches tall."
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