May 2008 - Baseball Wiretap

Joba Relieved Dad's 'Feeling Much Better'
Joba Chamberlain could return to the Yankees this weekend after leaving to be with his ailing father last Sunday.

The New York Daily News

Glavine Lands On DL For First Time Ever
Tom Glavine has landed on the disabled list with a strained right hamstring for the first time in his 22-year career.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Agent: Klesko Retiring After 16-Year Career
Ryan Klesko is retiring after 16 seasons in the major leagues, according to his agent Joe Sambito.

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Orioles Still Would Have Signed Tejada, Despite Age Difference
The Orioles say that they would still have signed free agent Miguel Tejada back in 2003 even if they were aware of his newfound age.

The Baltimore Sun

Could Cubs Call Sox About Coco?
New centerfielder Felix Pie is struggling, and possible outfielder Alfonso Soriano is on the disabled list, leaving the Cubs with a thin roster.

The Rocky Mountain News

Rays Claim Dan Johnson Off Waivers
The Tampa Bay Rays claimed first baseman Dan Johnson off waivers from the Oakland Athletics.

RealGM Staff Report

Braves' Moylan May Need Tommy John Surgery
Atlanta Braves' pitcher Peter Moylan may need season-ending Tommy John surgery on his injured right elbow.

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Rookie Longoria, Rays Agree To $17.5M, Six-Year Deal
Rookie 3B Evan Longoria and the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday agreed to a new six-year deal that could be worth up to $44.5M over the next nine seasons.

AP

Giants Still Interested In Dan Johnson
The Giants remain interested in first baseman Dan Johnson, who was designated for assignment by Oakland on April 10, giving the A's until Sunday to make a move with Johnson.

Rocky Mountain News

Furcal Hoping To Stay With Dodgers
Rafael Furcal is in the final season of a three-year, $39 million contract with the Dodgers and is having a nice season.

Los Angeles Times

D-Backs Farm Report: Scherzer K's 11 Again
Max Scherzer turned in yet another dominating performance on Thursday in a Triple-A start in Sacramento. Scherzer struck out 11, walked one and yielded two hits in five innings of work.

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Vlad Insists Finger Injury Isn't Serious
Vladimir Guerrero insists that the finger injury that forced him to miss the Angels' game on Thursday isn't a serious issue.

The Press-Enterprise

Pedro Thinks He'll Be Back Sooner
The Mets don't expect Pedro Martinez back on the mound anytime soon, but the pitcher might have different plans.

The New York Daily News

Rockies Outlast Padres In 22 Innings
The Colorado Rockies outlasted the San Diego Padres 2-1 in 22 innings on Thursday night.

The Denver Post

Tejada Tells Astros He's 33, Not 31
Houston shortstop Miguel Tejada told the Astros on Thursday that he's 33-years old, not 31 as reported in the team's media guide.

FOX Sports

Detroit's Granderson Returning Next Week?
Curtis Granderson could return for the Tigers next week after missing the opening portion of the season with a broken bone in his right hand.

The Detroit Free Press

Hudson Confused About Loss Of Velocity
Braves' starting pitcher Tim Hudson doesn't understand why he has lost some serious velocity on his fastball.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Tigers, Jays And Mariners Best Options For Bonds?
If Barry Bonds is going to play baseball this season, it'll likely be for either the Tigers, Blue Jays or Mariners.

The New York Times

Carpenter Throws 60-Pitch Bullpen Session
Former Cy Young award winner Chris Carpenter threw a 60-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Twins Farm Report: Guerra Has 0.60 ERA In 3 Starts
Deolis Guerra, who came over to Minnesota in the Johan Santana trade, continued his successful April in high Single-A Fort Myers on Wednesday.

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Reds Farm Report: Bruce Goes 3-For-3 With HR, 3B
While Corey Patterson patrols center field for the Reds, Jay Bruce is continuing to prove he is ready for the big leagues.

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J-Roll Doubtful Until The Weekend
The lingering ankle sprain of shortstop Jimmy Rollins will keep him out of the Phillies' lineup until at least the weekend.

Philly Blurbs

Youkilis, Crisp Join Wounded List
The injury woes of the Red Sox continued on Wednesday night as Kevin Youkilis and Coco Crisp limped away from Yankee Stadium.

The Boston Herald

RGM Notebook: Hudson Struggles, Campillo Surprises
Tim Hudson of the Atlanta Braves lasted only three innings against the Florida Marlins on Wednesday.

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Yankees' Kennedy OK For Next Start
Yankees' pitcher Ian Kennedy is still scheduled to start on Saturday despite being hit in the hip with a line drive earlier this week.

The Republican-American

Nats' Hill Could Debut On Saturday
The Nationals are hoping that pitcher Shawn Hill will make his season debut for the team on Saturday.

The Washington Post

Is Jimmy Rollins Headed To The DL?
For the sixth straight game, shortstop Jimmy Rollins was not in the lineup for the Phillies on Wednesday night.

The Philadelphia Daily News

Reds Reportedly Interested Signing Piazza
The Reds are in need of help at catcher and could entertain the idea of signing free-agent Mike Piazza.

Dayton Daily News

Boston Places Cora On 15-Day DL
The Boston Red Sox on Wednesday placed Alex Cora on the 15-day disabled list with a right elbow strain.

yahoo.com

Royals Farm Report: Former 1st Overall Pick Hochevar Doing Well In AAA
Luke Hochevar, the first overall pick in the 2006 MLB draft by the Kansas City Royals, gave up four hits and no runs in six innings of work on Tuesday in a Triple-A start at Nashville.

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