The New York Daily News has reported that outfielder Johnny Damon advised free agent pitcher A.J. Burnett to choose the Yankees over the Red Sox.
June 2008 - Baseball Wiretap
Damon Advised A.J. To Pick Yanks Over Red Sox
Yanks, Brewers Expected To Intensify Cameron-Melky Talks
The Yankees and Brewers are expected to intensify talks on Monday regarding the Mike Cameron-for-Melky Cabrera swap.
Clubs Interested In Wigginton, Taveras
Ty Wigginton and Willy Taveras, who were both non-tendered on Friday night, have drawn interest from a number of teams.
Rangers' Hamilton To Decline WBC Invite
Rangers' center fielder Josh Hamilton has told SI.com that he will decline an invitation to play for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic.
Elite Shortstops Remain On Market
Free-agent shortstops Rafael Furcal and Orlando Cabrera remain on the market, even with the winter meetings having come and gone.
Yanks' Hank Isn't Alone In Wanting Teixeira
Yankees chairman Hank Steinbrenner wants to add Mark Teixeira to his roster, and he isn't the only person within the organization that wants to land the first baseman.
Igawa's Contract Holding Up Cameron Trade
The Yankees and Brewers continue to negotiate over how much of the $12 million due to Kei Igawa for the next three seasons the Yankees must pay.
Bradley Also Receiving Interest From Reds, Angels And Nationals
The Cubs and Rays are the teams in strongest pursuit of free-agent outfielder Milton Bradley, who also is drawing interest from the Reds, Angels, and the Nationals.
CC's Schedule: Arrive In NY Mon., Physical Tues., Introduction Wed.
CC Sabathia is expected arrive in New York on Monday night, take a physical Tuesday, and possibly be introduced as a member of the Yankees on Wednesday.
Guillen: White Sox Aren't Rebuilding
White Sox manager Jose Guillen claims that the White Sox aren't rebuilding despite all of the moves they have made and are rumored to be contemplating.
Astros Won't Make Substantial Moves
The Astros were very strong in the second half of last season and are expected to field the same team in 2009.
Yanks To Go After Manny, Teixeira
The Yankees reportedly remain in the race to sign Mark Teixeira, and if they don't, they could turn their attention towards Manny Ramirez.
Braves Could Target Japan's Kawakami
Having lost out on A.J. Burnett, the Braves are reportedly making a push for Japanese pitcher Kenshin Kawakami.
AccuScore: Burnett Adds 7 Wins For Yankees
The Yankees have shelled out more than $240 million to sign CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett and are quickly becoming the favorites to win the AL East in 2009.
Ramon Hernandez Excited To Join Reds
Catcher Ramon Hernandez is excited to join the Reds and hopefully play competitive baseball next season.
Mets Tender Offers To Maine, Others
The Mets have tendered offer to arbitration-eligible players Ryan Church, John Maine, Pedro Feliciano, Duaner Sanchez, and Jeremy Reed.
Free Agent Fuentes Sees Fit In Angels
Free-agent closer Brian Fuentes feels as though he would fit in well with the Angels, who saw Francisco Rodriguez sign with the Mets this week.
K-Rod: Mets Will Win NL East
Newly acquired Mets closer Francisco Rodriguez is already adjusting to New York, claiming that his new team will win the NL East.
Royals Agree To Terms With Farnsworth
The Kansas City Royals have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Kyle Farnsworth on a two-year contract through the 2010 season.
Report Of Boston Offer To Kawakami Not Accurate
According to a baseball source, the report by Nikkan Sports that the Sox have a three-year, $21 million offer out to Japanese pitcher Kenshin Kawakami is not accurate.
Non-Tendered Players Hit Market
Major League Baseball's deadline to tender contracts for the coming season to non-free agents has come and gone, which has added players to a still crowded market.
Tigers, Santiago Agree On One-Year Deal
The Tigers have agreed to terms with infielder Ramon Santiago on a one-year deal worth $825,000.
Indians' Decision On Wood Expected Soon
The Indians are close to making a decision on closer Kerry Wood and could as soon as Saturday.
D'Backs Finalize Lopez Signing
The Diamondbacks have finalized the signing of infielder Felipe Lopez, inking him to a one-year, $3.5 million on Friday.
Angels Make 8-Year Offer To Teixeira
Angels general manager Tony Reagins has confirmed that the team has offered free-agent first baseman Mark Teixeira an eight-year deal reportedly worth at least $160 million.
Rockies Won't Re-Sign OF Taveras
The Rockies were unable to trade center fielder Willy Taveras at this year's winter meetings, so they allowed him to become a free agent on Friday night.
Orioles Cut Ties Inconsistent Cabrera
The Orioles declined Friday to offer Daniel Cabrera, an arbitration-eligible starter, a contract for 2009, which makes him a free agent.
White Sox Sign Cuban Infielder Viciedo
The White Sox agreed to a $10 million, four-year contract Friday with Cuban infielder Dayan Viciedo.
Grading The Deal: Burnett Gets Payday In Bronx
Roughly two days after CC Sabathia agreed to terms on a monstrous contract, A.J. Burnett swooped in and received a huge payday from the recession-proof Yankees.
Phillies Working To Re-Sign Moyer
With Raul Ibanez signed to replace Pat Burrell, the Phillies have reportedly stepped up their efforts to re-sign veteran pitcher Jamie Moyer.
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