Negotiations between free-agent outfielder Bobby Abreu and the White Sox have reportedly broken down.
June 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
Negotiations Between Abreu, White Sox Stalled?
Source: Dodgers Turn To Dunn, Hudson
With Manny Ramirez having rejected the Dodgers' latest contract offer, the team could turn to free agents Adam Dunn and Orlando Hudson.
Orioles Sign Wigginton To Two-Year Deal
The Orioles agreed to terms on a two-year, $6 million deal with versatile infielder Ty Wigginton on Tuesday.
Griffey Will Receive $5M Per Year Over Next 16
Ken Griffey, Jr. will now begin to receive $5 million per year over the next 16 years.
White Sox Offer Abreu $8M
Bobby Abreu was offered a one-year deal worth $8 million from the White Sox.
Texas Wants To Move Hamilton To Right Field
The Rangers would like to move Josh Hamilton to right field.
Padres Have Interest In Cliff Floyd, Livan Hernandez
The Padres are interested in free-agent hitter Cliff Floyd and pitcher Livan Hernandez, according to general manager Kevin Towers.
Report: Clemens' DNA In McNamee's Syringes
Tests have reportedly linked Roger Clemens' DNA to blood in syringes that his former trainer says he used to inject the pitcher with performance-enhancing drugs.
Guardado Close To Returning To Rangers
Free-agent reliever Eddie Guardado has reportedly agreed to return to the Rangers with a non-roster deal.
Perez's Deal Closes Door To Manny, Pedro?
The Mets finalized a three-year, $36 million deal with Oliver Perez on Monday that almost certainly ended their chances of landing Manny Ramirez or Pedro Martinez.
Blue Jays Sign Japanese Pitcher
The Blue Jays have signed veteran free-agent Ken Takahashi to a minor-league deal.
Manny Turns Down Dodgers $25M Offer
Manny Ramirez rejected a one-year, $25 million offer from the Dodgers that was presented to agent Scott Boras on Sunday.
Source: Dodgers Offer Manny One-Year, $25M Deal
Yahoo! Sports is reporting on Monday night that the Dodgers have offered Manny Ramirez a one-year, $25M deal.
Done Spending, Yankees Focus On Season
The Yankees are done making major moves this off-season, and appear ready to focus on playing good baseball during the 2009 season.
Selig Made More Than $17.5M In 2007
Baseball commissioner Bud Selig made roughly $17.5 million during 2007, considerably more than the commissioners of the NFL, NBA, NHL and PGA Tour.
Busy Cubs Trade Hill, Wuertz
The Cubs traded reliever Michael Wuertz to the Athletics for a pair of minor leagues, and starter Rich Hill to the Orioles for for a player to be named later on Monday.
Jays Offer Millar Minor League Deal
J.P. Ricciardi confirmed on Monday that Toronto has offered Kevin Millar a Minor League contract with an invitation to Spring Training.
Mets Sign Perez To 3-Year, $36M Deal
The New York Mets have reached agreement with Oliver Perez on a three-year, $36 million contract.
Ohman To Replace Romero In Philly?
The Phillies have contacted left-handed reliever Will Ohman's agent as they look to fill the void left behind by J.C. Romero.
Will Dodgers Lose Trust In Torre?
Joe Torre's legacy in New York has been tainted by his book, "The Yankee Years," but how will his current team react?
Guillen Confident In Chicago's Coaches
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen is confident in the team's coaches, who he feels are devoted to the club's success.
Phils Hope To Avoid Howard Arbitration
Salary arbitration hearings are set to begin on Monday, but the Phillies are hopeful that they'll be able to avoid a hearing with slugger Ryan Howard.
Giants Just Trying To Drive Manny's Price Up?
ESPN's Buster Olney believes that the Giants might be showing interest in free-agent outfielder Manny Ramirez in order to drive up his price for the Dodgers.
Abreu To Settle For $7M?
One general manager believes that free-agent outfielder Bobby Abreu will have to settle for a one-year deal worth $7 million.
Orioles To Finalize Hill Trade Soon?
The Baltimore Sun is reporting that the Orioles are expected to finalize a trade with the Cubs that will net them pitcher Rich Hill, if they are going to swing the deal at all.
Caribbean Series Set To Begin Monday
The Caribbean Series, which dates back to 1949, is set to begin on Monday in Mexico.
Numerous Free Agents Remain Available
Guys like CC Sabathia and Mark Teixeira have already cashed in, but free agents like Manny Ramirez and Ben Sheets remain on the market.
Polamalu Picked Football Over Braves
Steelers safety Troy Polamalu had the opportunity to play professional baseball in the Braves organization.
Zito Commits Himself To Better 2009
Barry Zito has committed himself to having a better season after turning in a pair of disappointing campaigns with the Giants.
Manuel Believes Phils' Offense Can Improve
Manager Charlie Manuel believes that the offense of the Phillies can improve in the wake of their World Series championship.
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