South Korea defeated Venezuela, 10-2, in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Saturday night to advance to the tournament's championship game.
June 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
South Korea Advances To WBC Final
Glavine Throws Three Pain-Free Innings Against Mets
Braves veteran lefty Tom Glavine pitched three pain-free innings on Saturday against the Mets.
Concussions Force Koskie Into Retirement
On Saturday, third baseman Corey Koskie officially walked away from baseball because of concussion issues.
Hamels Feels No Pain After BP Session
Phillies ace Cole Hamels will likely still miss his Opening Night start on April 5, but he hit an important milestone on Saturday.
Black Ready To Put Padres' 2008 Behind Him
Padres manager Bud Black told MLB.com recently that he is ready to put the team's tough 2008 season behind him.
Leyland: Miner Won't Be Tigers' Fifth Starter
Tigers manager Jim Leyland said on Saturday that after having a conversation with pitcher Zach Miner he is almost positive that he won't be the team's fifth starter.
Strasburg Strikes Out 15 But Bullpen Blows Lead
Stephen Strasburg struck out 15 batters and allowed just two hits while walking two against BYU.
Griffey Hits First Homer Of Spring For M's
Ken Griffey Jr. clubbed his first home run of the spring on Friday as the Mariners lost 6-5 to the Brewers.
Top Seat At New Yankee Stadium Costs $2,625
A front-row seat at the new Yankee Stadium has a face value price of $2,625.
Posada Happy With His Shoulder Strength
Yankees catcher Jorge Posada is happy with the progress of his surgically-repaired shoulder after catching on back-to-back days and making strong throws to second.
Mauer: I Don't Think I'll Be Ready For Opener
Twins catcher Joe Mauer admitted on Friday that he doesn't think he'll be healthy enough to play on Opening Day.
Lackey: Angels Aren't 'Trying Hard' To Extend Me
John Lackey doesn't believe that the Angels are trying hard to come to terms on an extension heading into the 2009 season.
Burnett: Bruce Lee Tattoo Saved Me
Yankees pitcher A.J. Burnett believes that his Bruce Lee tattoo protected him from a line drive on Thursday night.
Yanks Still Undecided On Center Fielder?
The Yankees are still trying to decide whether Brett Gardner or Melky Cabrera will be their center fielder to start the season.
Phillies To Release Stairs Or Jenkins?
The Phillies will likely have to decide whether to cut Geoff Jenkins or Matt Stairs before the 2009 season begins.
Padres' Gonzalez Wants To Play For Mexico And USA?
Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez has already played for Mexico in the World Baseball Classic, but says he's ready to join Team USA if they need him.
Jones Staying With Rangers, For Now
Andruw Jones will remain with the Rangers through the weekend, even though he has not been named to the team's major league roster.
Mets: Wright Shouldn't Have Played
The Mets are upset that third baseman David Wright played hurt for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.
Teixeira Hopes To Get Off To Fast Start
Mark Teixeira is known to be a slow starter, but is hoping that he'll get off to a strong start this spring with the Yankees.
Pudge Hopes To Be Astros' Opening Day Catcher
Ivan Rodriguez will join the Astros as soon as his physical is complete, and he hopes that he'll be the team's Opening Day catcher.
Joba Has DUI Hearing Delayed
Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain's arraignment on a drunken-driving charge has been rescheduled for a third time.
Hamels To Phillies Fans: 'Relax'
Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels wants the team's fans to relax in the wake of his spring elbow issues.
Chipper Jones: Oblique 'Still Isn't Right'
Braves third baseman Chipper Jones says that his strained side muscle still isn't healed.
Giants And Nationals Interested In Will Ohman
The Giants and Nationals have both been expressing interest in free-agent lefty Will Ohman, according to major-league sources.
Burnett Gives Up One Run In Start Against Old Club
Working on his delivery and limiting damage, A.J. Burnett held the Blue Jays to one run in 3 1/3 innings to log the win in the Yankees' 7-4 Grapefruit League victory.
Willis Reverting Back To Old Delivery
Dontrelle Willis is still trying to find his old form, but he has somehow gotten to his old delivery.
Mariners Want To Get Griffey Comfortable In Left Field
Ken Griffey Jr. went 0-for-3 in his first Spring Training game of 2009, but perhaps more importantly was the opportunity for him to play left field.
Andruw Jones' Decision Should Come Friday
Andruw Jones has an opt-out clause in his contract that is triggered on Friday if he is not placed on the team's 40-man roster.
Will Andruw Jones' Stay With Texas End On Friday?
Veteran Andruw Jones is with the Rangers on a minor league deal that includes a provision he would be released if he is not on the major league roster by March 20.
Lowry's Shoulder Is Healthy
Noah Lowry has not pitched for 19 months because of a variety of arm issues.
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