April 2013 - Baseball Wiretap

Cruz Hasn't Decided If He'll Appeal Suspension
Nelson Cruz has been linked to performance-enhancing drugs and is one of the players expected to be suspended soon.

Jeff Wilson/Star-Telegram (via Twitter)

Cubs Will Look To Extend Or Trade Samardzija This Winter
Chicago was looking for a package of top prospects for Jeff Samardzija, who won't be eligible for free agency until after the 2015 season.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Aybar Unlikely, But Angels Could Move Kendrick
The Cardinals had reportedly checked in on Erick Aybar as they search for a shortstop.

Alden Gonzalez/MLB.com (via Twitter)

Mariners Making Michael Morse Available
The Yankees were interested in Morse this past offseason when the Nationals looked to move him.

Joel Sherman/New York Post (via Twitter)

Red Sox Complete Three-Team Trade For Peavy
The Red Sox, White Sox and Tigers have completed a massive three-team trade that will send Jake Peavy to the American League East.

Gordon Edes/ESPN

Arizona, Baltimore, Pittsburgh In On Bud Norris
The belief is that the Astros will deal Bud Norris.

Jeff Passan/Yahoo! Sports (via Twitter)

A-Rod, Eight Others To Be Suspended This Week
Major League Baseball has informed the MLBPA that they plan to suspend Alex Rodriguez and eight other players this week, according to a source.

New York Daily News Staff

Source: Callaspo Headed To A's
The Athletics will acquire Alberto Callaspo from the Angels.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter)

Boston No Longer Pursuing Cliff Lee
The Red Sox appear to have shifted their focus to Jake Peavy.

Jim Bowden/ESPN (via Twitter)

Sources: Red Sox Have Three-Way Deal For Peavy
Jose Iglesias is believed to be part of the package and is headed to Detroit

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter)

Report: Red Sox Aren't Working Imminent Deal For Lee
The Red Sox are not working on a deal with the Phillies involving Jackie Bradley, Jr. and Jose Iglesias for Cliff Lee.

Gordon Edes/ESPN (via Twitter)

Yankees Have Discussed Callaspo With Angels
New York considers Alberto Callaspo an option, but he's currently on the back burner.

Joel Sherman/New York Post (via Twitter)

Report: Three-Way Deal Could Send Peavy To D-Backs, Kennedy To Angels
The Angels have been targeting Ian Kennedy, while the Diamondbacks have emerged as the front-runner for Jake Peavy.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN (via Twitter)

Looking For Shortstop, Cardinals Have Asked About Aybar
The Cardinals checked on Alexei Ramirez and Jimmy Rollins, but talks never progressed.

Danny Knobler/CBS Sports

Rios Leaves After Fouling Ball Off Foot
Alex Rios, the subject of trade rumors, left Tuesday night's game after fouling a ball off his foot.

RealGM Staff Report

GM: 'Little Chance' Phillies Trade Lee
There is "very little chance" the Phillies trade Cliff Lee before Wednesday's non-waiver deadline.

ESPN

Source: It's '50-50' Twins Trade Morneau
Justin Morneau is hitting .180/.270/.308 with just four homers and five RBI in 100 plate appearances this month.

Scott Miller/CBS Sports

Indians Acquire Rzepczynski From Cardinals
The Indians have acquired Marc Rzepczynski from the Cardinals in exchange for minor league infielder Juan Herrera.

MLB Trade Rumors

Angels 'Hopeful' Of Landing Ian Kennedy
Ian Kennedy has a 5.22 ERA and 101 strikeouts in 119 innings this season.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter)

Yankees Have Renewed Interest In Rios
The White Sox would have to get Alex Rios to waive his no-trade clause to complete a deal.

Scott Merkin/MLB.com (via Twitter)

Source: D-Backs Emerge As Leader For Peavy
Jake Peavy has familiarity with Arizona executive Kevin Towers.

Gordon Edes/ESPN (via Twitter)

Pirates, White Sox Aren't Close To Rios Deal
The Pirates are interested in Alex Rios, but they are not close to a trade with the White Sox.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports (via Twitter)

Yankees, Reds Ask Giants About Pence
Hunter Pence will be a free agent after the season.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Sources: Red Sox Are Biggest Player In Cliff Lee Talks
It remains uncertain how likely Cliff Lee is to be traded prior to Wednesday's deadline.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Report: Pirates Close To Landing Alex Rios
The amount of money involved, in relation of Alex Rios' contract, is being discussed by the White Sox and Pirates.

David Kaplan/CSN Chicago (via Twitter)

Young Will Only Approve Trade To Rangers
Michael Young, who landed with the Phillies this past winter, has a full no-trade clause.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter)

Astros Pull Bud Norris From Start
It has been reported that three teams are in talks with the Astros to acquire Bud Norris.

MLB Trade Rumors

Brian Wilson To Sign With Dodgers
Wilson had three Major League offers on the table.

Tim Brown/Yahoo! Sports (via Twitter)

Price For Peavy Remains Extremely High
The White Sox continue to put a high price on acquiring Jake Peavy this week.

Joel Sherman/New York Post (via Twitter)

Report: White Sox Scratch Peavy From Start
The White Sox have been looking to trade Jake Peavy.

Doug Padilla/ESPN