Mark Buehrle is so homesick every year on the first day of spring training that he's considering retirement after the 2011 season when his contract expires.
June 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
Buehrle Considering Retirement After 2011
Papelbon Secure With Contract Status
Jonathan Papelbon says that he's secure in his contract status with the Red Sox, and admitted that he turned down a two-year contract offer.
Jenks Dismisses Allegations Of Bad Behavior In Tell-All Book
White Sox reliever Bobby Jenks has dismissed allegations of bad behavior in a tell-all book written by Matt McCarthy, a former Angels minor-leaguer.
A-Rod Calls Roberts To Apologize
Alex Rodriguez called Sports Illustrated's Selena Roberts to apologize for critical comments he made during an ESPN interview.
I-Rod Ready To Decide Between Marlins, Mets And Astros
Ivan Rodriguez said he might sign soon with the Florida Marlins, Houston Astros or New York Mets.
Phillies Sign Miguel Cairo
The defending-champion Phillies have signed infielder Miguel Cairo to a minor-league contract.
Fuentes Not Looking To Replace K-Rod
Brian Fuentes has filled the role of closer that was left vacant by Francisco Rodriguez, but he claims that he isn't replacing anyone.
A-Rod Expected To Meet Media Tuesday
Alex Rodriguez is expected to arrive at spring training on Tuesday, and will face a sea of reporters for the first time since his steroid admission.
Tigers Trying To Avoid Closer-By-Committee
Tigers manager Jim Leyland doesn't want the team to use a committee to close games this season.
J.D. Drew Says Back Still Sore
Boston outfielder J.D. Drew is still suffering from a stiff back and the herniated disk that limited him in 2008.
Chipper Wants Griffey In Atlanta
Ken Griffey Jr. has been rumored to covet a spot on the Braves, and third baseman Chipper Jones wants him in the team's lineup this season.
Hafner: 'I've Never Used Steroids'
Cleveland's Travis Hafner made his big-league debut in 2002 with the Rangers, and called many admitted and alleged steroids users his teammates.
Hamels Will Start Season Opener For Phils
Phillies manager Charlie Manuel usually waits to name the team's Opening Day starter, but he isn't deliberating this year.
Varitek Hopes To Retire With Red Sox
After an offseason of uncertainty, catcher Jason Varitek is "ecstatic" to be in Boston for a 13th season and hopes to retire as a member of the club.
Cards' LaRussa For Zero-Tolerence Drug Policy
Cardinals manager Tony La Russa doesn't believe that there is a place for performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
Peavy Insists There Are 'No Hard Feelings'
After an offseason full of trade rumors, Padres pitcher Jake Peavy insists that he has "no hard feelings" towards the organization.
Healthy Harden Wants 30 Starts For Cubs
Feeling healthy for the first time in a long time, Cubs starter Rich Harden wants to start at least 30 times this season.
Hanley Will Likely Bat Third For Marlins
Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez expects to bat third in the team's lineup this season.
Report: Braves Have An Interest In Griffey Jr.
Braves GM Frank Wren told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Saturday that the team is interested in several outfielders, including Ken Griffey Jr.
Pettitte: A-Rod's "My Teammate And I Love Him"
Andy Pettitte issued support for teammate Alex Rodriguez on Friday in the wake of the third baseman's steroid admission.
Mets Sign Livan Hernandez
The Mets have added Livan Hernandez to a crowded list of pitchers hoping to make the team's five-man rotation.
Romero: Drug Hot-Line Isn't Well-Known
J.C. Romero, who has been suspended for the first 50 games of the season after testing positive for a banned substance, said Saturday that he wasn't aware of baseball's toll-free drug hotline until
Angels, Santana Agree On Four-Year, $30M Deal
The Angels have agreed to terms with pitcher Ervin Santana on a four-year deal worth $30 million.
Dodgers Keeping Tabs On Manny
Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti and manager Joe Torre are keeping tabs on free agent outfielder Manny Ramirez, and sound as though they believe he'll ultimately re-sign.
Brewers' Hall Expected Out 4-6 Weeks
Brewers third basemen Bill Hall is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks because of a partial tear in his left calf.
Howard Reports To Phillies Camp Slimmer
Ryan Howard, who recently signed a three-year deal worth $54 million with the Phillies, reported to spring training on Friday looking noticeably slimmer.
Torre: A-Rod's Numbers Are 'Tainted'
Joe Torre discussed the recent steroid admission by Alex Rodriguez on Friday afternoon, and said that he believes the third baseman's numbers are "tainted."
Junior: No Done Deal With Mariners
Ken Griffey Jr. says that rumors of a return to the Mariners are just that, and that the seriousness of the rumors is news to him.
Aaron: Bonds Can Keep The Record
Hank Aaron doesn't want the all-time home run record back, saying that Barry Bonds can keep the mark despite steroid allegations.
Witness To Say She Saw Bonds Being Injected
Barry Bonds's former personal shopper is expected to be called to the home run king's perjury trial in March to testify that she saw Bonds being injected by Greg Anderson.
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