Former Blue Jays' pitching coach and minor league instructor Mel Queen has been brought back to the club to evaluate the talent in the farm system.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Mel Queen's Return Mean Diminishing Power For Ricciardi?
Wedge Will Return In 2009
Mark Shaprio, general manager of the Indians, said that Eric Wedge will be back as skipper of the club next season.
Should Mets Give Manuel An Extension?
Jerry Manuel has certainly gotten the job done in New York over the last three months in relief of Willie Randolph, and Newsday's Wallace Matthews believes the manager deserves an extension.
Wagner: I've Played My Last Game As A Met
Billy Wagner is a competitor, but he knows that he has played his last game as a member of the Mets.
Hank: Cashman May Lose Power
If Brian Cashman returns to the Yankees next season he may not have the power George Steinbrenner gave him when he signed a three-year deal back in 2005.
K-Rod Ties Saves Record Against M's
Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez recorded his 57th save on Thursday night, to tie Bobby Thigpen's record set in 1990 with the White Sox.
Tazawa Suprisingly Bypassing Japan League For MLB
Right-hander Junichi Tazawa will try to sign with a major league club without playing in Japan, baseball sources said Wednesday.
Manny Enters Top-20 Of RealGM's Player Rankings
Manny Ramirez is in the top-20 of our rankings, but is he really an MVP candidate?
Cubs-Astros Expected To Be Postponed
The Cubs' weekend series against the Astros in Houston is expected to be postponed in order to avoid issues with Hurricane Ike.
Bowden Supports Acta, Looking For First Baseman
Nationals' General Manager Jim Bowden showed his support for Manager Manny Acta and admitted that the team might have to look elsewhere for a first baseman.
Lewis Has A Spot In Giants' 2009 Lineup
Outfielder Fred Lewis is expected to have a spot in the Giants lineup next season.
Best Buy Could Name New Twins' Ballark?
Best Buy remains in the running for corporate naming rights for the Minnesota Twins' new ballpark that opens in 2010.
Reyes Becomes Mets' All-Times Stolen Base Leader
Jose Reyes became the Mets' all-time leader in stolen bases when he swiped second in the third inning Wednesday night against the Nationals.
Bobby Cox Will Return To Braves In 2009
Despite reports to the contrary, Braves' Manager Bobby Cox plans to return to the team next season.
Mets Poised Not To Repeat Historic Collapse
With 17 games to go last season the Mets held a seven-game lead over the Phillies before the bottom dropped out, but they appeared poised to hold on in 2008.
Manny Powers Dodgers To Wider Lead
Manny Ramirez hit two home runs on Wednesday to help the Dodgers beat the Padres, 7-2, giving Los Angeles a 3 1/2 game lead over Arizona in the NL West race.
Konerko Has Mildly Sprained MCL
White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee and isn't sure when he'll be able to play again this season.
Angels Clinch Baseball's First Playoff Berth
The Angels clinched the first postseason berth in Major League Baseball on Wednesday with a 4-2 victory over the Yankees.
Fuentes Hoping To Stay In Colorado But Not Optimistic
Brian Fuentes said Tuesday he would like to re-sign with Colorado as a free agent, but the team's silence has spoken volumes.
New Ballpark To Entice Pettitte To Play In 2009?
Andy Pettitte says he won't decide on whether or not he will play in 2009 until the offseason, but he sounds like he would like to play in the new Yankee Stadium.
Hunter And Rodriguez Suspended Two Games
Torii Hunter and Ivan Rodriguez have received each two-game suspensions and undisclosed fines for their roles in a scuffle during Monday's game in Anaheim.
Braves Have $40 Million To Spend In Offseason
The Braves are expected to have about $40 million available to spend on 2009 salaries for free-agent or trade acquisitions.
Cardinals Downplay Pujols Surgery Comments
The Cardinals felt compelled by Albert Pujols' comments about possible offseason elbow surgery to issue a statement Tuesday.
Furcal Could Return Next Week
Rafael Furcal, who has been out for four months because of a back injury, participated in a simulated game on Monday.
Marlins Concerned Hanley's Contract Will Make Him Complacent
Hanley Ramirez insists his six-year, $70 million contract won't make him complacent. But one Marlins' executive wants to see for himself.
Black Not A Lock To Remain As Padres' Skipper
In March, Sandy Alderson and Kevin Towers picked up Black's option for 2009.
Struggling Cubs Receive Good News On Zambrano, Harden
Cubs' pitchers Rich Harden and Carlos Zambrano are on track to make starts later this week.
A's Release Mike Sweeney
The Oakland A's on Tuesday released DH Mike Sweeney, who has hit .286 with two home runs and 12 RBI's in 42 games.
Quentin Exploring Options
White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin is exploring all recovery options as he attempts to return to Chicago as soon as possible.
Braves Could Re-Sign Mike Hampton
Mike Hampton will become a free agent this winter, and after pitching well in a few starts this summer, the Braves could bring him back in 2009.
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