April 2008 - Baseball Wiretap

David Wright: I Didn't Rip My Mates
David Wright claims that he wasn't ripping his teammates in a recent statement made on the team's website.

The New York Daily News

Griffey Hits Home Run No. 598 In Loss
Cincinnati outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. hit the 598th home run of his Major League career on Thursday night in a loss to San Diego.

ESPN

Moises Alou Lands Back On DL
Mets' left fielder Moises Alou landed back on the disabled list on Thursday after straining his calf in the team's loss to the Braves on Wednesday.

The New York Post

Cox: Smoltz, Others Back Within 2 Weeks
Braves' Manager Bobby Cox expects to have John Smoltz, Rafael Soriano and Mike Gonzalez all off the disabled list within the next two weeks.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Manny Sports High-Tech Mouthpiece
Red Sox slugger Manny Ramirez has been getting some help at the plate this season in the form of a high-tech mouthpiece.

The Boston Herald

Hunter Says Bonds Would Fit In Toronto
Angels outfielder Torii Hunter believes that free-agent slugger Barry Bonds would fit into the lineup of the Toronto Blue Jays.

TSN

Fan Dies During Stadium Fall In Atlanta
Justin Hayes of Georgia passed away on Wednesday night after falling 150 feet from the club level seats and landing on the field level at Turner Field in Atlanta during the eighth inning.

ESPN

Source: MLB Might Try Replay In Fall League
Major League Baseball is thinking about trying out some form of instant replay in the Arizona Fall League this year.

ESPN

Yanks' Hawkins Suspended
Yankees' reliever LaTroy Hawkins has been suspended 3-games and fined for intentionally throwing a pitch at the head of the Orioles' Luke Scott.

yahoo.com

Change Of Heart For Pedro, Hopes To Pitch 2-3 More Seasons
Pedro Martinez told ESPNdeportes.com on Wednesday that he plans to stick around for at least two more seasons.

espn.com

Joba Rules Being Rewritten
The Yankees are rewriting the 'Joba Rules' as they inch closer to bringing the electric reliever out of the bullpen and into the starting rotation.

The New York Daily News

Shoulder Will Sideline Gagn? Indefinitely
Brewers' closer Eric Gagn? has been shut down indefinitely with what he and the team called tightness in his right shoulder.

The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

Zambrano, Piniella Insist Nothing's Wrong
Cubs manager Lou Pinella and starting pitcher Carlos Zambrano insist that nothing is wrong with the right-hander's shoulder.

The Chicago Tribune

Could Hanley Return To Leadoff Spot?
Hanley Ramirez could return to the leadoff spot for the Marlins in the not-so-distant future.

The Palm Beach Post

Andruw Jones Hopes To Avoid Surgery
Dodgers outfielder Andruw Jones is hoping to avoid surgery on his troublesome right knee.

The Los Angeles Times

Figgins Keeps Popping Up In Trade Rumors
White Sox GM Ken Williams is rumored to be interested in Angels IF Chone Figgins, but he understands acquiring him won't be easy.

The Chicago Sun-Times

Pedro Leaves Mets To Be With Ailing Father
The Mets' Pedro Martinez has left the team to be with his ailing father in the Dominican Republic.

yahoo.com

Randolph Backs Off From Racial Comments
Mets manager Willie Randolph has backed off from his accusations of racism after emotionally responding to harsh media criticism.

yahoo.com

Tulowitzki Takes Batting Practice
Rockies' shortstop Troy Tulowitzki took batting practice on Tuesday for the first time since injuring his quadriceps in late April.

9News

Arizona's Davis To Return On Friday
Diamondbacks' pitcher Doug Davis will return to the mound for the team on Friday, just a little over a month after he underwent treatment for thyroid cancer.

The Sports Network

Zambrano's Stiff Shoulder Worries Cubs
The medical staff of the Cubs is keeping a close eye on the right shoulder of pitcher Carlos Zambrano after he complained of stiffness in the area.

The Chicago Sun-Times

A-Rod Returns; Jeter Leaves Early
The Yankees got Alex Rodriguez back in their loss to the Orioles on Tuesday night, but lost Derek Jeter after he was hit on the hand by a pitch.

The New York Times

Piazza Announces Retirement
According to an Associated Press report on Tuesday, Mike Piazza is retiring following a 16-year career as one of baseball's all-time, top-hitting catchers.

AP

Were More Sox Items Planted At New Stadium?
The Yankees uncovered the David Ortiz jersey that was planted at the site of their new stadium by a Boston fan, but there may be more artifacts meant to jinx the Bombers.

The New York Times

Dodgers' Jones Has Torn Cartilage In Knee
Andruw Jones has torn cartilage in his right knee, according to the results of an MRI.

The Los Angeles Times

Pedro Mulling Retirement After Season
Mets' starter Pedro Martinez is contemplating retirement at the end of the season to tend to his ailing father.

The New York Daily News

Peavy Headed To DL With Elbow Injury
San Diego pitcher Jake Peavy will go on the disabled list with swelling and a strained muscle in his right elbow.

AP

Lester Throws No-Hitter In Boston
Jon Lester threw the eighteenth no-hitter in Red Sox history on Monday night as he guided Boston to a 7-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals.

Andrew Perna/RealGM

Munson's Memorabilia Goes To All-Star Auction
Much of Thurman Munson's collection will be auctioned off in connection with this summer's All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium.

AP

Mariners Send Jeff Clement To Class AAA Tacoma
The Mariners have sent hitter Jeff Clement to Class AAA Tacoma, after hitting .167 with 20 strikeouts in fifteen games this season.

The Seattle Times