The Angels have been on fire since their acquisition of Mark Teixiera.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
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Sheffield Unhappy In Detroit


Detroit slugger Gary Sheffield is unhappy with his playing time and has express his desire to play every day.
Rays' Crawford Out For The Season?


Rays outfielder Carl Crawford could be forced to have season-ending surgery if he isn't able to come off the disabled list in two weeks.
Soriano Thinks He Can Help Fukudome


Alfonso Soriano believes that he can help teammate Kosuke Fukudome get back on track at the plate.
Joba Expected To Begin Rehab Friday


Yankees' pitcher Joba Chamberlain is expected to begin a throwing program on Friday as he rehabs his injured right shoulder.
Astros: We're Not Interested In Bonds


Even with Carlos Lee on the disabled list, the Astros insist that slugger Barry Bonds isn't an option.
Tigers Still Interested In Garcia


The Tigers are one of many teams that still appear interested in free agent starter Freddy Garcia.
Toronto Releases Shannon Stewart


The Blue Jays released outfielder Shannon Stewart on Monday, bringing his second stint with Toronto to a disappointing finish.
D-Backs Land Dunn


A deal for Adam Dunn was consummated just before the 48-hour window expired Monday, according to major-league sources.
C. Lee, Byrd Named Players Of Week


Outfielder Carlos Lee of the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers outfielder Marlon Byrd have been named the Bank of America Presents Players of the Week for August 4-10, 2008.
Davis, Stewart Named Top Rookie For July


Texas Rangers first baseman Chris Davis and Colorado Rockies infielder Ian Stewart have been named the July recipients of the Rookie of the Month Award presented by Gillette.
Pinella To Fukudome: Hit More


Cubs manager Lou Pinella has warned Kosuke Fukudome that he might see a decline in playing time if he doesn't start hitting soon.
Cardinals Lose Carpenter Once Again


Chris Carpenter left during the sixth inning against the Cubs on Sunday night with discomfort in his right triceps.
Webb Earns His 17th Win


Diamondbacks' hurler Brandon Webb earned his seventeenth win on Sunday against the Braves.
Rays Get Franchise-Record 71st Win


The Tampa Bay Rays routed the Seattle Mariners 11-3 on Sunday for their franchise-record 71st victory.
Rays Promote Price To Triple-A Durham


The first-place Rays have promoted pitcher David Price to Triple-A Durham as the first pick in the 2007 draft continues to excel in the minor leagues.
Brewers' Braun Out With Sore Back


Milwaukee outfielder Ryan Braun missed the team's game against Washington on Sunday with a lower back injury.
Yanks Send Kennedy To Minors After One Start


The Yankees have sent pitcher Ian Kennedy back to Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre after just one start.
Rockies To Drop Wells From Roster


Kip Wells' career with the Rockies ended on Saturday as the team will drop him from the roster to make room for Livan Hernandez.
Bonds: I'm Not Retired


Free agent slugger Barry Bonds made it known on Saturday that he has not given up on a return to baseball.
Kennedy's Comments Lingering In New York


Ian Kennedy wasn't phased by his poor outing against the Angels on Friday night and his comments after the loss have yet to be forgotten.
Rays Tie Franchise-Record For Wins


The Tampa Bay Rays tied the franchise-record for wins, 70, on Saturday with an eleventh-inning victory over the Mariners.
Royals Trade Horacio Ramirez To White Sox


The Royals on Saturday traded LHP Horacio Ramirez to the White Sox for OF Paulo Orlando.
Surprise: Bonds Joins Giants' Reunion


Barry Bonds participated in Saturday night's ceremony at AT&T Park to honor former Giants' outfielders.
Reds Place Votto On Bereavement List


The Reds have placed first baseman Joey Votto on the bereavement list.
Manny In The Bronx?


Sources close to Manny Ramirez claim that the outfielder would like to sign a free-agent deal with the Yankees this winter.
Florida Tried To Claim Ausmus On Waivers


The Marlins reportedly tried to claim Astros catcher Brad Ausmus off waivers shortly before they signed Paul Lo Duca to a minor-league contract on Friday.
Marlins Agree To Minor-League Deal With Lo Duca


Catcher Paul Lo Duca and the Florida Marlins agreed to a minor-league deal on Friday.
Ozzie: Manny Is Better Than Bay


White Sox Manager Ozzie Guillen believes that Manny Ramirez is a superior hitter to Jason Bay.
Sheffield: I'll Be A Force In 2009


Tigers hitter Gary Sheffield claims that he'll be a force next season after an injury-plagued 2008 campaign.