Robinson Cano misses his mentor Larry Bowa as a coach in New York, but the Dodgers' third base coach believes the Yankees have the right people around the second baseman.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Cano Missing Bowa's Advice
Could Rollins Return To Phils Against Giants?
Jimmy Rollins hopes to return to the lineup for the Phillies this weekend when the team takes on the Giants in San Francisco.
Smoltz Hopes To Remain By End Of May
John Smoltz said the pain in his shoulder has largely subsided during his ten days of rest, and he will begin throwing again within a couple of days.
Orioles Bring Up Bynum To Play Shortstop
The Orioles have activated Freddie Bynum on Thursday to be their new starting shortstop.
Blue Jays Place Eckstein, McDonald On 15-Day DL
The Toronto Blue Jays have placed David Eckstein and John McDonald on the 15-day DL on Thursday.
A's Send Braden To Triple-A Sacramento
The Oakland A's optioned LHP Dallas Braden to Triple-A Sacramento on Thursday.
Rangers Designate Broussard For Assignment
The Texas Rangers designated 1B Ben Broussard for assignment on Thursday.
Could Pirates Deal Bay And Nady?
The Pirates have fielded numerous calls for outfielders Jason Bay and Xavier Nady but don't seem close to dealing either of the hitters.
Webb, D-Backs Resume Contract Talks
The Diamondbacks have resumed contract talks with ace starter Brandon Webb.
Clemens Not Welcome On U.S. Team
Roger Clemens isn't welcome on the United Stats Olympic baseball team, according to general manager Bob Watson.
Acosta's Third Save Taken Away
Manny Acosta had a save taken away on Thursday when an official scorer realized the Braves' reliever was mistakenly awarded one on Wednesday night against the Padres.
Badenhop Makes Brewers Remember His Name
The Brewers misspelled rookie Burke Badenhop's name in their pregame notes, but the hurler made sure they'll never forget his name after he dominated Milwaukee's lineup on Wednesday.
Rodriguez On Target For Return Next Week
Assuming all continues to go well with Alex Rodriguez's rehab, he is on target to return for the Yankees at the end of next week.
Giants' Zito Sharper, But Loses Again
Although mostly effective pitching on Wednesday night, Barry Zito fell to 0-7 as the Giants lost to the Pirates 3-1.
Would Griffey Welcome Deal Back To Seattle?
With rumors swirling that the Reds plan to deal Ken Griffey Jr. after he hits his 600th home run, there seems to be a possibility that he could return to Seattle where his career began.
Oakland Sends Gaudin To Bullpen
The A's have sent starter Chad Gaudin to the bullpen in order to make room for returning pitcher Rich Harden.
Strain Halts Mulder's Rehab Assignment
The Cardinals have stopped Mark Mulder's rehab assignment because of a mild rotator cuff strain in his left shoulder.
Votto Homers Three Times In Blowout Win
Young Reds' first baseman Joey Votto clubbed three home runs in the team's blowout 9-0 win over the Cubs on Wednesday afternoon.
Indians' Farm Report: Lofgren Improving On The Mound
Chuck Lofgren put in his first good outing of 2008 in a Double-A start against Altoona.
Giants' Farm Report: Bumgarner K's 10, Walks 1
Madison Bumgarner had another great outing for the Augusta Greenjackets, pitching six scoreless innings while striking out 10, walking one and yielding just three hits.
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Reds Likely To Deal Griffey And Dunn
The Reds are likely to deal Ken Griffey, Jr. soon after he hits his 600th home run.
Could Floyd Return For Rays During Homestand?
Cliff Floyd could return to the lineup for the Rays at some point during their pending homestand.
Brewers Stick With Gagne As Closer
The Brewers will stick with closer Eric Gagne says Manager Ned Yost despite the pitcher's MLB-leading five blown saves this season.
Yankees Remain Cautious With A-Rod's Quad
Alex Rodriguez is healing fine, but the Yankees remain cautious as they deal with his strained quadriceps.
Players' Union Concerned Over Lack Of Offers To Bonds
The players' union has expressed concern over the lack of off-season offers to free-agent Barry Bonds.
Zito Made A Starter Again
Barry Zito has a season FIC of five (0.76 per start, compared to Tim Lincecum 8.09 per start and 57 overall) and therefore has a Reina Value of -97%.
Rockies Pursuing Fogg And Tavarez
The Rockies are looking to fortify their starting rotation and have had discussions regarding Cincinnati's Josh Fogg and Boston's Julian Tavarez.
Burrell Would Like To Re-Sign With Phillies
Pat Burrell would like to re-sign with the Phillies after the season.
Furcal Up To 4th In New Player Rankings
Chase Utley is back in the top slot while Rafael Furcal and his .597 slugging percentage is ranked fourth.
Rollins Goes 4-for-4 In Rehab Assignment
Phillies' shortstop Jimmy Rollins went 4-for-4 during a rehab assignment on Monday in Clearwater, Florida.
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