Outfielder Johnny Damon hopes to return to the Yankees next week as he plans to hit off a tee on Friday.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Damon Hopes To Return Next Week
Sources: Clemens Received Drugs In Mail From Radomski
Drug supplier Kirk Radomski has provided documentary evidence to the government showing that he shipped drugs to the Texas home of Roger Clemens.
Dodgers' Saito Out For Six Weeks
The Dodgers' Takashi Saito will be out at least six weeks with a sprained ligament in his right elbow.
AL Extend Unbeaten Streak To 12
The American League defeated the National League 4-3, scoring the winning run in the bottom of the 15th inning early Wednesday morning at Yankee Stadium.
Braun Expects To Have Better Second Half
Milwaukee left fielder Ryan Braun spoke on Monday about having a better second half and what adding C.C. Sabathia will mean for the Brewers in the NL Central.
Haren Knew A's Would Deal Harden
Diamondbacks pitcher, and former Athletics ace, Dan Haren said on Monday afternoon that he fully expected Oakland to trade pitcher Rich Harden at some point.
Lincecum Misses All-Star Game With Illness
The San Francisco Giants announced today that pitcher Tim Lincecum woke up this morning with flu-like symptoms.
Drew Is Excited About The Second Half
Boston outfielder J.D. Drew is very excited about what the second half holds for Major League Baseball, and in particular, the close race in the American League East.
Morneau: We Knew We'd Miss Santana
Twins first baseman Justin Morneau admitted on Monday afternoon that the team was aware they would miss Johan Santana after trading him to the Mets this winter.
Lincecum Hospitalized With Flu-Like Symptoms
Giants' All-Star pitcher Tim Lincecum was hospitalized on Tuesday with flu-like symptoms and may miss tonight's All-Star Game in New York.
Hamilton Steals Show, But Morneau Wins HR Derby
Josh Hamilton put on an legendary show at Yankee Stadium on Monday night, hitting a record 28 homers in the first round, before losing to the Justin Morneau in the finals of the Home Run Derby.
Pelfrey, Joyce Named Players Of Week
Mike Pelfrey of the Mets and Matt Joyce of the Tigers were named the MLB Players of the Week in their respective leagues on Monday.
Rivera Respects The History Of Yankee Stadium
Yankees' closer Mariano Rivera, in his fourteenth year with the team, obviously has a tremendous amount of respect for Yankee Stadium and all that it stands for as a baseball relic.
Longoria Is Grateful To Be An All-Star
Tampa Bay third baseman Evan Longoria is grateful to have made the jump from minor league baseball to the Major League All-Star Game so quickly.
Nats' Outfielder Pena To Have Shoulder Surgery
Washington outfielder Wily Mo Pena will have surgery on his left shoulder within the next couple of weeks.
Agent: Little Chance Bonds Will Play This Season
The agent for Barry Bonds claims that there's little chance that the home run king will play this year.
USA Secures Historic Win Over Cuba
Behind a solo home run from Cal-State Fullerton's Jared Clark, Team USA beat Cuba 4-1 and extended their record to 14-0 on this tour.
Tito Considered Naming Rivera Starter
The thought of starting Yankees closer Mariano Rivera in Tuesday night's All-Star Game did cross Terry Francona's mind.
Hurdle Names Sheets Starter
National League manager Clint Hurdle announced his lineup for the 2008 MLB All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium on Monday morning.
Francona Names Lee Starter, Announces AL Lineup
American League manager Terry Francona announced his lineup for the 2008 MLB All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium on Monday morning.
Pettitte Rips Yanks After Loss To Jays
The Yankees' bats were rather quiet on Sunday against the Blue Jays, but starting pitcher Andy Pettitte was anything but after the team's 4-1 loss.
Rays Don't Want Kazmir To Pitch In ASG
The Rays would prefer that pitcher Scott Kazmir remains on the bench during Tuesday night's All-Star Game because of an arm injury earlier this season.
Royals Claim LHP Josh Newman Off Waivers From Rockies
The Royals have claimed LHP Josh Newman off outright waivers from the Rockies.
Giambi Declines Invitation To HR Derby
Yankees first baseman Jason Giambi will not take part in Monday night's home run derby after declining an invitation from Major League Baseball.
Astros Sign First-Round Pick Castro
Houston has signed first-round pick Jason Castro to a multiyear deal.
Sabathia Homers To Help Himself Win
Brewers' starting pitcher C.C. Sabathia homered in the third inning against the Reds on Sunday to help lead Milwaukee to a 3-2 victory at Miller Park.
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Final Home Run Derby Participants Announced
Major League Baseball today announced the eight All-Stars who will participate in the 2008 State Farm Home Run Derby.
Marmol To Replace Wood On NL All-Star Team
Right-handed pitcher Carlos Marmol of the Chicago Cubs will replace his teammate, Kerry Wood, on the National League All-Star roster.
Pirates Sign 21st Round Pick
The Pirates have agreed to terms with RHP Brent Klinger, their 21st round selection from the June First-Year Player Draft.
Ortiz To Return Against Yanks On July 25
David Ortiz will return for the Red Sox on July 25 when the team opens up a series against the Yankees at Fenway Park.
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