The Pirates are still looking to trade shortstop Jack Wilson, but their options are dwindling as the offseason progresses.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Pirates' Options For Wilson Trade Dwindle
Yankees Split On Signing Manny?
The Yankees are rumored to be seriously interested in Manny Ramirez, but the team's front office is reportedly split on the idea.
Dodgers Trying To Keep Furcal
Faced with the prospect of losing Rafael Furcal to the Braves, the Dodgers rekindled negotiations with the shortstop on Tuesday night.
Cubs Become A Player For Derek Lowe
With the Cubs out of the Jake Peavy trade talks, they are believed to have turned their attention to Derek Lowe.
Worried About Teixeira, Angels Targeting Manny?
It is becoming more and more likely that the Angels will lose Mark Teixeira to an East Coast club, so the team is reportedly taking a look at Manny Ramirez.
Reds Pass On Dye Trade?
The Reds appear to have passed on a potential trade with the White Sox that would have netted them veteran outfielder Jermaine Dye.
Mets Interested In Signing Freddy Garcia
The Mets are hoping to fill the void left behind by free agent Pedro Martinez with a low-cost option.
Could Nady End Up With Giants?
There have been rumors that the Yankees could trade Xavier Nady, and the Giants appear to be an ideal destination.
Red Sox View Teixeira As 'Must Have'
The Red Sox reportedly view free-agent slugger Mark Teixeira as a 'must-have', similarly to how they felt about Daisuke Matsuzaka two offseasons ago.
Gathright Agrees To One-Year Deal With Cubs
The Cubs agreed on a one-year deal worth $800,000 with outfielder Joey Gathright on Tuesday.
Yankees 'Love' Idea Of Signing Manny
The Yankees reportedly 'love' the idea of bringing Manny Ramirez to New York.
Izturis Signs Two-Year Deal With Orioles
Shortstop Cesar Izturis has signed a two-year deal with the Orioles.
Lofton Denies Rumor That He Tried To Keep CC From Yankees
Kenny Lofton has denied a rumor that he tried to keep CC Sabathia from signing with the Yankees.
Yankees, Brewers Deal At Standstill
The Yankees have been so consumed with finalizing the deals of CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett that talks with the Brewers on a trade for Mike Cameron are at a standstill.
Utley: 'Rehab Is Going Well'
Phillies' second baseman Chase Utley said on Monday that rehabilitation from his recent hip surgery is going well and that he hopes to be ready for Opening Day.
Source: Furcal To Sign With Braves
Free-agent shortstop Rafael Furcal has reportedly agreed to sign with the Braves, in a surprising turn of events.
Boston Makes Offer To Teixeira
The Red Sox have reportedly made an offer to free-agent first baseman Mark Teixeira, although they continue to operate in secrecy.
Padres: We're No Longer Shopping Peavy
Padres' CEO Sandy Alderson was asked about Jake Peavy on Monday and he said, ?It's likely Jake will be with us Opening Day.?
Can't Afford Lowe, Mets Like Perez And Wolf
The Mets are interested in re-signing Oliver Perez, something GM Omar Minaya has said is "50-50."
Moores: Padres Are For Sale
Padres' owner John Moores has confirmed that he is putting the team up for sale.
Gomes: Rays Saved My Life
Outfielder Jonny Gomes wasn't happy when he heard that the Rays were letting him go, but he was more than grateful for his time in Tampa Bay.
Yanks Trying To Get Bill Hall From Brewers?
The Yankees and Brewers continued discussions on a trade involving Mike Cameron and Melky Cabrera on Monday, but New York could be trying to get Bill Hall in the deal, as well.
Red Sox To Offer Teixeira $175M?
The Red Sox don't typically allow the details of their contract offers to leak, but the offer made to free agent slugger Mark Teixeira is expected to be an eight-year deal worth between $145 and $175
Astros Sign Jason Michaels To $750K Deal
The Astros have signed outfielder Jason Michaels to a one-year contract worth $750,000, plus incentives.
Phillies Re-Sign Moyer For Two Years
The Phillies and pitcher Jamie Moyer agreed on Monday to a two-year contract that will keep the left-hander with the World Champions.
Bonds On Baseball: 'I'm Not Retiring'
Barry Bonds was caught by the Los Angeles paparazzi on Saturday night and reiterated that he is not retiring from professional baseball.
Sources: A's Offer Furcal $40M
The Athletics have reportedly offered free agent shortstop Rafael Furcal a four-year deal worth $40 million.
Park Joins Philadelphia As Starter
Chan Ho Park said in a press conference in Seoul Monday that he has agreed to a 1-year contract with the Phillies.
Lofton Tried To Convince CC Not To Sign With New York
Kenny Lofton was out of the game in 2008, but recently he tried to hurt the Yankees again when he attempted to dissuade CC Sabathia from signing with the club.
A's Still Lead Race For Furcal
The A's appear to have re-emerged as the front-runner in the race to sign free-agent shortstop Rafael Furcal.
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