Yankees' co-chairman Hal Steinbrenner claims that the team is prepared to spend whatever they have to in order to field a championship-caliber team next season.
July 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Steinbrenner: Yanks Ready To Spend
Atkins Unsure If He's Next To Be Dealt
Rockies' third baseman Garrett Atkins isn't sure if he'll be the next player to be traded by the organization.
Gregg Zaun Blasts Blue Jays
Gregg Zaun blasted the Blue Jays Monday, claiming they treated him dishonestly and refused to give him a chance to win back the starting catcher's job after he was injured.
Lone Voter Who Left Off Lincecum Explains Voting Logic
The lone voter who left Tim Lincecum off his ballot was swayed by Brandon Webb's 22 victories, Johan Santana pitching in New York, and Brad Lidge converting all 41 save opportunities.
Father Wanted Holliday Dealt To Yankees
Tom Holliday would have loved to have seen his son traded from the Rockies to the Yankees this week.
Hank Aaron Thrilled About Obama's Victory
Braves' legend, and former home run king, Hank Aaron was thrilled to see Barack Obama elected as American's next president last week.
Papi's Wrist 'Feeling Fine,' Close To Swinging Bat
Red Sox slugger David Ortiz says that his injured wrist is feeling better.
2K Sports Names Lincecum Cover Athlete For MLB 2K9
In addition to winning the NL Cy Young award, Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum will be featured on the cover of 2K Sports' MLB 2K9 early next year.
Padres Talking Peavy Deal With Cubs, Braves
The Braves and Padres are making strides in trade talks involving Jake Peavy, but at the same time, the Cubs have gotten in on the action, as well.
Angels To Make Serious Run At Sabathia, Possibly Burnett
CC Sabathia has expressed a desire to pitch in California.
Cincinnati Interested In Taveras, Atikin, And Torrealba
The Reds, major-league sources say, are interested in at least three Rockies ? center fielder Willy Taveras, catcher Yorvit Torrealba, and third baseman Garrett Atkins.
Rockies Could Spin Players Acquired From Oakland?
The Indians are one of several clubs that like Huston Street while the Nationals are among the teams interested in Carlos Gonzalez.
Martin Falling Out Of Favor In L.A.?
Russell Martin has reportedly fallen out of favor with the Dodgers.
Lincecum Wins NL Cy Young Award
San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum is the National League Cy Young Award winner, receiving 23 of 32 first-place votes.
Report: Holliday Deal To Oakland Done
The Rockies have reportedly traded slugger Matt Holliday to the Athletics for closer Huston Street, left-handed starter Greg Smith and outfielder Carlos Gonzalez.
Royals Sign Right-Hander Duckworth For 2009
The Royals have signed right-hander Brandon Duckworth to a one-year contract.
Phillies Get Sunday Night '09 Opener
The world champion Phillies will open the 2009 baseball season at home against the Braves on April 5.
Wolf, Brocail Top Astros' List
Astros' GM Ed Wade has listed Randy Wolf and Doug Brocail as the team's top offseason priority this winter.
Pursuit Of Peavy Could Alter Cubs' Plans
If the Cubs decide to pursue pitcher Jake Peavy, they could end up missing out on re-signing Kerry Wood and Ryan Dempster.
Marlins Agree To Trade Olsen, Willingham To Nats
The Marlins agreed to a trade on Monday with the Nationals, sending Scott Olsen and Josh Willingham to Washington, in exchange for Emilio Bonifacio, P.J. Dean, and Jake Smolinski.
Phillies Re-Sign Eyre
Left-handed reliever Scott Eyre signed a $2M,one-year contract with the Phillies on Monday.
Padres Withdraw $4M Offer To Hoffman
The San Diego Padres withdrew their $4M offer to closer Trevor Hoffman on Monday.
Papelbon: Varitek Wants To Stay
Red Sox pitchers Jonathan Papelbon, Jon Lester, and Justin Masterson told fans at a recent meet-and-greet that they don't expect Jason Varitek to go anywhere.
White Sox Dangling Dye In Effort To Get Younger?
The White Sox could reluctantly dangle outfielder Jermaine Dye in a trade this winter in an effort to mold a younger roster.
M's To Interview 7 To Start Managerial Search
The Mariners are preparing to interview seven candidates to fill their managerial vacancy this offseason.
Cubs' Soto Named NL's Top Rookie
Cubs' catcher Geovany Soto on Monday was named the NL Rookie of the Year.
Report: A's Acquire Holliday
SI.com is reporting that the A's have acquired outfielder Matt Holliday from the Rockies.
Longoria A Unanimous AL ROY Winner
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria was a unanimous choice as the American League winner of the Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award.
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