Mets' reliever Billy Wagner is nearing his return to the mound but might not close for the team right away.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Wagner Nearing Return, Might Not Close
M's Morrow Nearly Makes History In First Start
The Mariners' Brandon Morrow made a bid to become only the second pitcher to throw a no-hitter in his first start Friday night against the Yankees.
Brewers: Sabathia Deserves Big Contract
Brewers team owner Mark Attanasio believes that pitcher CC Sabathia deserves to get paid handsomely this winter.
Do Yankees Need Barack In Office?
Perhaps the Yankees need democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama in the oval office to reverse their recent fortunes.
La Russa Expects Improvements This Winter
Cardinals' Manager Tony La Russa expects management to be aggressive this winter while looking to make the team's roster better.
Trembley Will Return To Orioles In 2009
The Orioles have exercised an option in Manager Dave Trembley's contract that will allow him to remain in Baltimore.
Quentin To Undergo Surgery On Broken Wrist
Carlos Quentin has a broken wrist, and the Chicago White Sox left fielder will have surgery Monday that could sideline him for the rest of the season.
Mariners To Build From Within
"If I have my way, the plan will be that we're not going to make a splash in 2009," said Mariners' President Chuck Armstrong.
Ex-Orioles' Infielder Todd Cruz Dead At 52
Former Orioles' infielder Todd Cruz, 52, died on Tuesday while swimming at his apartment complex.
Reports: Kinsler Done For Season
Rangers' second baseman Ian Kinsler will reportedly miss the rest of the season after opting to undergo surgery to repair a sports hernia.
Zambrano May Miss Just One Start
Cubs' starter Carlos Zambrano could end up missing just one start following a diagnosis of shoulder inflammation and rotator cuff tendinitis on Thursday.
Hurting For Attendance, Nats Lower Prices
The Nationals have lowered ticket prices for next season after ranking in the bottom half of Major League Baseball in attendance this season.
Andruw Has Written Off 2008
Dodgers' outfielder Andruw Jones appears to have written off his season as he doesn't expect to return to the field.
Giambi Loses Bout With Bathroom Door
Yankees' slugger Jason Giambi suffered a gash on the corner of his right eyelid that resulted from hitting his head on a bathroom door.
Shea Seats Selling For $869 Per Pair
Mets' fans are shelling out a serious amount of cash to take a piece of Shea Stadium home with them after it closes this fall.
Zambrano Has Shoulder Tendinitis
Cubs' ace Carlos Zambrano has right rotator cuff tendinitis and inflamation, an MRI confirmed Thursday.
Longoria's Return To Rays May Be Delayed
Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria's return to the field could be delayed as the team approaches his injury with caution.
Zambrano To Have MRI On Thursday
Cubs' starter Carlos Zambrano was evaluated by team doctors on Wednesday, but there is no news on his health as he awaits an MRI on Thursday.
Career Minor-Leaguer McClain Hits First HR In Giants' Win
After spending years in the Minors and playing in Japan, Scott McClain, 36, finally hit his first Major League home run in the Giants 9-2 win over the Rockies on Wednesday.
A-Rod HR Upheld By Replay
Alex Rodriguez's ninth-inning blast was upheld by replay Wednesday night as the Yankees beat the Rays 8-4.
MLB Rules Against Sabathia
The MLB scoring review committee ruled that official scorer Bob Webb did not err when he ruled that Andy LaRoche singled against P CC Sabathia this past Sunday.
MLB Stands By Official Scorer In Sabathia Error Case
After a discussion described as 'extensive and constructive' Major League Baseball's Scoring Review Committee decided that the judgment of the scorer, Bob Webb, was not 'clearly erroneous.'
D-Backs' Byrnes Out For Season
Diamondbacks outfielder Eric Byrnes will miss the rest of the season because of a left hamstring that simply hasn't healed.
Rays Activate Percival For Stretch Run
The Tampa Bay Rays activated reliever Troy Percival on Tuesday prior to their series against the New York Yankees.
Troy Glaus Hits 300th Home Run
Troy Glaus hit the 300th home run of his career on Wednesday afternoon as the Cardinals took on the Diamondbacks.
Sabathia Closing In On Pujols For Top Slot In RealGM's Rankings
Following his near no-hitter in Pittsburgh, CC Sabathia is closing in on Albert Pujols for the season FIC lead.
Brewers Expect Sheets To Make Next Start
The Brewers expect starter Ben Sheets to make his next start against the Padres on Saturday despite leaving his last start with tightness in his groin.
Source: Bosses Want Cashman Back
Hal and Hank Steinbrenner have reportedly agreed that they want GM Brian Cashman back with the Yankees next season.
Joba Won't Start Next Season?
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman says that pitcher Joba Chamberlain isn't likely to start next season in the team's rotation.
Sore Arm Has Zambrano's Future In Question
Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano complained of soreness in his right arm when he left his start early Wednesday night.
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