Pittsburgh Pirates Wiretap

Jays Sign Loewen, Claim Bullington Off Waivers

The Blue Jays acquired two of the top four picks in the 2002 draft on Friday, signing converted pitcher Adam Loewen to a minor league deal and claiming pitcher Bryan Bullington off waivers.

Bullington was selected by the Pirates with the top overall selection and Loewen was taken fourth by the Orioles.

Via AP

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Pirates Won't Trade McLouth For Cano

The Pirates will not deal center fielder Nate McLouth for Robinson Cano, and they will not move McLouth at all unless it was for "a dramatic overpay," according to a baseball executive with knowledge of the team's plans.

Via FoxSports

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Yankees, Pirates Haven't Discussed McLouth

The Yankees and Pirates have both refuted reports that New York is interested in Pittsburgh outfielder Nate McLouth.

"We haven't talked about it; it's premature," a Yankees' source said.

"Haven't heard a word about that," a Pirates' source said.

Pirates' GM Neal Huntington has declared nobody is untouchable while Yankees GM Brian Cashman is adamant about making changes.

Via New York Post

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