Japan's first-ever professional female baseball player made her debut on Friday, striking out one batter in the ninth inning.
June 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
Japanese Schoolgirl Makes Pro Debut
A's Acquire C Thigpen From Jays; Sign C Munson
The A's added two catchers to the roster on Friday, acquiring Curtis Thigpen from the Jays and signing Eric Munson to a minor league deal.
Orioles Send Wieters To Triple-A To Delay Free Agent Clock
Baltimore will keep Matt Wieters in the minors for at least the first 12 days of the regular season to keep his free agent clock from starting for an extra year.
Steinbrenner Expected To Attend Home Opener
Yankees owner George Steinbrenner is reportedly expected to attend the opening game at new Yankee Stadium on April 16.
Sabathia Thrilled To Be Starting Opener
Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia was thrilled to hear this week that he'd be starting the first game of the 2009 season and the home opener at the brand new Yankee Stadium.
Padres Introduce Troy Aikman As Limited Partner
Jeff Moorad was introduced as CEO and vice chairman of the Padres on Thursday, and he confirmed that Troy Aikman is a limited partner in his ownership group.
Ordo?ez Admits Venezuelan Booing Hurt Him
Tigers outfielder Magglio Ordo?ez admitted on Thursday that he was hurt by the booing he heard from some Venezuelan-American fans during the World Baseball Classic.
Economy Will Keep Indians From Extending Lee
The Indians say that they won't discuss a contract extension with pitcher Cliff Lee, the reigning AL Cy Young winner, because of the uncertain economic times.
Manuel: Utley, Feliz Will Be Ready To Defend Title
Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said on Thursday that infielders Chase Utley and Pedro Feliz will definitely be ready for the start of the team's title defense.
WBC Injury Shouldn't Keep Braun Out
The Brewers got some good news on Thursday when an MRI on Ryan Braun's injured right side indicated no serious damage.
Giants Not Yet Committed To Sandoval At 3B
Travis Ishikawa looks like the Opening Day first baseman for the San Francisco Giants.
Yankees Not Concerned With Joba's Velocity
Joba Chamberlain had a rough outing on Thursday against the Phillies. He yielded homers to Chase Utley and Ryan Howard and also walked three and struck out three.
Lackey Not Expecting Much From Angels In Extension Talks
John Lackey and the Angels began extension talks earlier this month, but now appear to be on life support.
Strasburg Nearly Gave Up Baseball As A Freshman
Stephen Strasburg was unimpressive and out of shape coming out of high school and very nearly quit as a freshman during the second week of conditioning.
Sabathia Will Start Yankee Stadium Opener
CC Sabathia will start both the regular season and home opener for the New York Yankees.
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2009 Season Preview: New York Mets
The Mets addressed their bullpen woes (twice) by acquiring Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, but will they get enough offense and another improbably healthy season from their big four bats?
Jeter Expected To Hit Leadoff This Season
Derek Jeter hit leadoff on Thursday, which is where he is expected to be in the Yankees' lineup on Opening Day.
Tejada Gets One Year Probation
Miguel Tejada was sentenced to one year of probation for misleading Congress.
Yanks Send Brackman To Low-A, Hughes And Kennedy To Triple-A
Phil Hughes, Ian Kennedy and Kei Igawa will form 3/5ths of Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre's starting rotation.
Quentin Feels Comfortable Turning Down Exension Offer
Carlos Quentin turned down an offer that was believed to be worth more than the four-year, $15 million deal pitcher Gavin Floyd received.
Milwaukee Flatly Denies Peavy Rumors
Doug Melvin called Padres' GM Kevin Towers to assure him he wasn't responsible for the Jake Peavy rumors.
Sale Of Padres Nearly Complete
Majority owner John Moores is on the verge of selling a one-third interest in the Padres to Jeff Moorad, a general partner of the Diamondbacks, and about a dozen partners.
2009 Season Preview: Toronto Blue Jays
The Blue Jays had the best pitching staff in baseball in 2008, but suffered from some horrible luck and watched the Rays and Red Sox reach the playoffs.
Manny Tells Pedro To Be Realistic With Asking Price
Pedro Martinez is reaching out to prospective suitors, but finding little interest in his $5 million-plus asking price.
Yankees Shopping Melky Cabrera
The Yankees are telling clubs that they are open to trading outfielder Melky Cabrera.
Hamilton Receives First Extension Offer From Rangers
Center fielder Josh Hamilton said he received the first offer on a contract extension from the Rangers on Tuesday night, and he and agent Mike Moye did not jump on it.
Rays Option David Price To Triple-A
David Price was optioned to Triple-A Durham on Wednesday.
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Reggie: Teixeira Manages His Own Aura
Yankees adviser, and Hall of Famer, Reggie Jackson believes that first baseman Mark Teixeira can handle the attention and pressure he'll receive in New York.
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