Pitcher Rich Harden is 'very excited' about landing with a legitimate World Series contender in the Cubs.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Harden 'Very Excited' About Trade To Cubs
D-Backs Won't Chase Bonds
After internal discussions, the Diamondbacks have opted against pursuing Barry Bonds to aid their slumping offense.
Moises Alou Gets Hurt Again
Mets' outfielder Moises Alou has gotten hurt once again, removing himself from a Double-A rehab start after six inning on Wednesday.
Mulder Leaves Game After 16 Pitches
Cardinals LHP Mark Mulder left his comeback start against the Phillies on Wednesday night after throwing only 16 pitches and recording one out in the first inning.
USA Needs Extra-Innings To Dispatch The Netherlands
Team USA advanced to 11-0 after a 2-1 extra inning victory over the Netherlands.
Girardi: A-Rod Will Remain Focused
Yankees' Manager Joe Girardi claims that he's not concerned about the personal issues of Alex Rodriguez.
D-Backs Talk Internally About Barry Bonds
The Diamondbacks have had internal discussions about signing free agent slugger Barry Bonds.
Report: Dodgers Will Make Mattingly Hitting Coach
The Dodgers will reportedly replace hitting Coach Mike Easler with Don Mattingly when the team returns from the All-Star break.
Hart, Longoria Continue To Lead Final Vote
Corey Hart and Evan Longoria continue to lead the voting in the NL and AL respectively for the final roster spots on the 2008 All-Star teams.
Jurrjens Named NL Rookie Of Month
Atlanta Braves pitcher Jair Jurrjens has been named the June recipient of the National League Rookie of the Month Award presented by Gillette.
Longoria Named AL Rookie Of Month
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria has been named the June recipient of the American League Rookie of the Month Award presented by Gillette.
USA Romps Netherlands Antilles 11-0
Team USA improved to 11-0 behind the Cal-State Fullerton tandem of Josh Fellhauer and Christian Colon.
Webb Wins No. 13 Against Nationals
Brandon Webb pitched well enough for the Diamondbacks on Tuesday night to earn his thirteenth win of the season against the Nationals.
Jemile Weeks Signs With A's
Jemile Weeks, a first-round pick of the A's in June's draft, agreed to terms on a $1.91 million signing bonus Tuesday.
Ortiz Reports No Pain After Taking BP
Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz reported no pain the day after he took on-field batting practice for the first time in nearly six weeks.
C.C. Wild, But Wins Brewers' Debut
C.C. Sabathia gave up two earned runs in six innings Tuesday night, winning his Brewers' debut.
Cubs Acquire Harden From A's
The Cubs on Tuesday acquired RHP Rich Harden from the A's in a six-player trade.
Giants Could Deal Aurilia, Durham And Vizquel
Giants' GM Brian Sabean could wave the white flag on the team's season by trading potential free agents like Rich Aurilia, Ray Durham, and Omar Vizquel this month.
BoSox Not Interested In Signing Bonds
The Red Sox are not interested in signing free agent, home run king Barry Bonds.
Phillies, Burrell Not Talking Extension
The Phillies and outfielder Pat Burrell are not currently discussing an extension.
Twins' Mauer Could Make $20M By 2011
Minnesota catcher Joe Mauer, who becomes eligible for free agency after the 2010 season, seems primed to make a lot more than the $6.5 million he is currently earning.
Sources: McCourt Nixed Dodgers' Trade For C.C.
The Los Angeles Daily News has learned that Dodgers' owner Frank McCourt nixed a trade that would have brought C.C. Sabathia to the team in the days before the Brewers landed last year's AL Cy Young
Dontrelle Willis Has Knee-Injury Setback
Tigers pitcher Dontrelle Willis has suffered a setback in the rehabilitation of his injured right knee, and it is doubtful that he'll pitch in the Majors again this season.
Yankees To Check Out Victor Zambrano
The Yankees plan to send a scout to watch free agent pitcher Victor Zambrano throw at some point this week.
Red Sox Will Make Masterson Reliever
The Red Sox optioned pitcher Justin Masterson to Triple-A on Monday with plans convert him into relief pitcher.
Houston's Oswalt Close To Return
Astros' starter Roy Oswalt is close to returning after having a pair of starts pushed back with a strained left hip muscle.
Big Papi Takes Batting Practice
Injured Boston designated hitter David Ortiz took some batting practice on Monday and looked good in the cage.
Dodgers Interested In Jack Wilson
Ned Colletti calls a trade for a shortstop the Dodgers' top priority.
RealGM's 2008 MLB All-Star Starters
Lance Berkman has been the best player in baseball so far in 2008. Who else joined him on the All-Star team according to our FIC?
Longoria, Hart Lead For Final All-Star Spots
Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria and Brewers' outfielder Corey Hart have early leads in the race for the final All-Star roster spots.
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