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June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
2008 Season Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers
Rangers' McCarthy Will Start Season On DL
The Texas Rangers expect starting pitcher Brian McCarthy to start the regular season on the disabled list.
Cubs' DeRosa Returns After Heart Procedure
Chicago second baseman Mark DeRosa has returned to the field for the Cubs after undergoing a heart procedure less than two weeks ago.
Reports: MRI Negative, But Beckett Still Hurting
MRI results were negative on the back of Josh Beckett, but the Boston starting pitcher is still in pain.
Blue Jays Sign Benitez To Minor-League Deal
RHP Armando Benitez and the Blue Jays agreed to terms on Tuesday on a minor-league deal.
Buehrle Expected To Start On Opening Day
Mark Buehrle is expected to make his sixth Opening Day start for the Chicago White Sox in seven years later this month.
Detroit's Tata Breaks Finger, Out 6 Weeks
Tigers' right-hander Jordan Tata broke a finger last Friday and will miss six weeks of action.
Brewers' Palmisano To Have Knee Surgery
Brewers catcher Lou Palmisano will undergo surgery Tuesday on his left knee to repair a torn meniscus.
Kazmir Hopes To Make First Spring Start This Weekend
The Rays' Scott Kazmir hopes to make his first spring training start as soon as Sunday against the Tigers.
Big Unit Pain Free In First Spring Outing
Randy Johnson was pain free but disappointed with the results of his first outing since back surgery.
Billy Crystal To Play Game For Yankees
Billy Crystal will sign a one-day, minor-league deal with the New York Yankees and play in Thursday's exhibition game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Giants' Lowry Hoping For Mid-April Return
Noah Lowry is hoping to return to the mound for the Giants by mid-April.
Pie Looking Like Cubs' Center Fielder
Felix Pie is looking more and more like the Cubs' best option in centerfield as Opening Day draws closer.
Chavez May Skip Japan Trip To Rehab
Eric Chavez may skip Oakland's trip to Japan in order to rehabilitate his back.
Phillies' Eaton Has Herniated Disk, Arthritis In Back
Phillies pitcher Adam Eaton had an MRI and CT scan on Saturday, and the results show a small herniated disk and slight arthritis in his back.
Beckett Iffy For Japan Opener
Red Sox starter Josh Beckett might miss the team's opener in Japan because of a back injury.
Rangers Sign Ponson To Minor-League Deal
The Texas Rangers on Sunday signed veteran RHP Sidney Ponson to a minor-league deal.
Randy Johnson Expected To Start Monday
Randy Johnson is expected to make his spring debut for the Diamondbacks on Monday.
Ryan: MLB 'Turned Back' On Steroid Problem
Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan said on Saturday that he thinks that baseball turned its back on steroid issues in the past.
Hampton Hopes To Make Next Start
Mike Hampton doesn't expect to miss his next start despite leaving his last start with a strained groin.
Nationals Renew Zimmerman's Contract
The Nationals renewed the contract of young third baseman Ryan Zimmerman on Saturday.
Matsui To Make Spring Debut On Sunday
Hideki Matsui will make his spring debut for the Yankees on Sunday against the Twins.
Dice-K May Miss Trip To Tokyo
Awaiting the birth of his child, Daisuke Matsuzaka may miss the beginning of the Red Sox trip to Tokyo.
Orioles' Bynum Opts For Knee Surgery; Will Miss Five Weeks
Arthroscopic knee surgery will end Freddie Bynum's bid to be the Orioles's starting SS on opening day.
Beckett Misses Spring Start With Back Spasms
Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett experienced back spasms while warming up for Saturday's spring training game against the Marlins.
Pirates Extend Contract Offer To Snell
The Pirates have offered pitcher Ian Snell a long-term contract.
Alou Insists He Will Return To Field
Outfielder Moises Alou insists that he will return to the field for the Mets after having hernia surgery.
Yanks Worried Over Joba's Focus
The Yankees are worried about the newfound celebrity status pitcher Joba Chamberlain has earned.
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