July 2006 - Baseball Wiretap
Drew Opts Out Of Contract


Los Angeles Dodgers' outfielder J.D. Drew has opted out of the final three years of his contract and is now an unrestricted free agent.
Carlos Lee Prefers Wrigley To Houston?


Most of the experts have Carlos Lee headed to Houston because he has a ranch there.
Washington Will Attract Players


Torri Hunter, Jermaine Dye and Barry Zito all are interested in the Texas Rangers now that Ron Washington is their new manager.
Bud Black To Become Padres' Manager


Jake Peavy will have a new manager in 2007 with the reported hiring of Angels' former pitching coach Bud Black.
Angels Target Zito In Order To Deal For Wells?


The Angels have great depth at starting pitcher, but signing Barry Zito might allow them to trade one of their young arms in a deal for a Vernon Wells.
Nomar Open To Other Positions


Nomar Garciaparra would be "open-minded" about "playing first base, third base, maybe the outfield."
Red Sox Close On Deal With Cora


Team sources indicate that the Red Sox are closing in on a two-year deal with Alex Cora.
Yankees To Pursue Clemens And Pettitte


Could Andy Pettitte and Roger Clemens put the Yankee pinstripes back on?
Astros And Biggio 'Getting Close' On New Deal


The Astros and Craig Biggio are "getting close" to agreeing on a one-year contract for the 2007 season, the second baseman's agent, Barry Axelrod, said on Monday.
Liriano's Surgery Goes As Planned


Twins left-hander Francisco Liriano, his brilliant rookie season cut short because of arm soreness, had surgery on his left elbow Monday.
Papelbon's Shoulder Is Feeling Great


Jonathan Papelbon's sore shoulder is feeling much better. The Red Sox hope his transition to starter goes as well.





