The odds are becoming long that Nomar Garciaparra will be back in a Cubs' uniform in 2006. Ronny Cedeno has been developing nicely and will likely be their starting shortstop.
June 2005 - Baseball Wiretap
Cubs To Clear Out Nomar For Cedeno
Angels Appear Out Of Any Potential Bonds Sweepstakes
Barry Bonds might want to play for the Angels, but the feeling is not mutual. Neither owner Arte Moreno nor General Manager Bill Stoneman is interested in pursuing a trade for Bonds.
Boston Never Offered Youkilis For Trachsel
The Mets were reportedly looking for bullpen help and/or a major league player, which pretty much eliminated any chance at a deal.
Piniella In Line For Bronx Controls
If Joe Torre fails to get the Yankees to the playoffs, it is likely that George Steinbrenner will part ways with the skipper and bring in Lou Piniella.
Trachsel To Return To Rotation On Monday
Right-hander Steve Trachsel will make his second start of the season in the opening game of the Mets' series at Atlanta on Monday, manager Willie Randolph said.
Mussina Might Be Done For Season
Mike Mussina has inflammation that is likely due to tendinitis. Mussina expects to be back but he acknowledged that missing the remainder of the season is a possible scenario.
Twins Bring Up International ROY Francisco Liriano
Left-hander Francisco Liriano was recalled from Triple-A Rochester and shortstop Juan Castro was activated from the disabled list.
Bonds To Rejoin Team On Monday, Activation Could Follow
Barry Bonds will rejoin the team in Los Angeles on Monday and will conduct daily workouts, a team spokesman said.
Cashman Waits On Ponson
GM Brian Cashman said it was too early in the process to formulate an opinion whether the Yankees would be interested in Sidney Ponson, who was released by the Orioles yesterday.
Brown Goes To 60-Day DL
Kevin Brown was moved to the 60-day disabled list Thursday by the New York Yankees, a move that in effect ends his season and perhaps his major league career.
Ponson Released, Contact Voided
Sidney Ponson was released Thursday by the Orioles, who voided the pitcher's contract on the theory that his behavior over the past nine months gave them grounds for his dismissal.
Agent Say No Lou Buyout Done
Agent Alan Nero said Wednesday there has been no deal completed to get manager Lou Piniella out of the last year of his contract with the Devil Rays.
Bonds Takes Wednesday Off From BP
Barry Bonds had a day off from taking batting practice Wednesday because of a logistical issue, the San Francisco Giants said.
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