April 2006 - Baseball Wiretap
Smoltz Refers To Schuerholz As 'Homeboy'
Braves' GM John Schuerholz has yet to make even a verbal affirmation on John Smoltz's future, and the pitcher isn't happy about it.
Rays Close To Calling Up Delmon Young
The Devil Rays appear poised to call up controversial prospect Delmon Young and put him in the lineup Tuesday in Chicago.
Dusty Baker "Sometimes" Feels He Has Future With Cubs
Manager Dusty Baker said Sunday he "sometimes" feels he has a future with the Cubs, and made it clear that sometimes he does not.
Phillies Acquire Conine From Orioles
The Orioles sent Jeff Conine and cash to the Phillies for a player to be named.
Big Hurt Wants To Stay In Oakland
The A's have begun preliminary negotiations on a new contract for Frank Thomas, the veteran said Saturday.
Rodriguez Would Have To Be Dealt To Another Big City
"It would probably have to be to another big city, like one of the Chicago teams or Los Angeles," said an unnamed front office exec about Alex Rodriguez.
Marlins' Loria Declines To Endorse Girardi
Marlins owner Jeffery Loria offered a curt assessment of his strained relationship with manager Joe Girardi.
Perlozzo Wants Benson Back
Kris Benson has the option to ask for a trade because he has more than five years experience and was traded in the middle of a multi-year contract.
Zito Gets 100th Career Win
Barry Zito took a no-hitter into the 8th inning on Friday evening.
Sanders Out For The Season
Reggie Sanders will miss the remainder of the season and undergo knee surgery to repair his left patellar tendon.