The Red Sox left David Ortiz on the bench for Monday's game against the Twins and left-hander Francisco Liriano.
June 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
Red Sox Give Ortiz Day Off Against Lefty
Cameron Joins Rare 250-250 Club
Brewers outfielder Mike Cameron became the 20th member of the 250 home run/250 stolen base club on Sunday night.
Source: Giants Aren't Dangling Cain
The Giants aren't shopping pitcher Matt Cain, according to a high-level team source.
Rays Give Maddon Three-Year Extension
The Rays and Manager Joe Maddon agreed today on a three-year contract extension.
Scout: Derrek Lee Isn't Driving The Ball Anymore
Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee had a .240 average and four home runs entering Sunday night's game.
Padres Cap First-Ever 9-0 Homestand
The Padres defeated the Cubs 7-2 on Sunday to complete their first-ever 9-0 homestand in franchise history.
Are Giants Interested In Uggla?
The Giants are looking for a bat, and Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla has reportedly piqued their interest.
Struggling Ortiz Could Drop In Boston's Order
Hitting just .195, the Red Sox could drop David Ortiz from the third slot in the batting order.
Mets May Call Up Top OF Prospect
With Ryan Church hampered by a hamstring injury, the Mets could call up top outfielder prospect Fernando Martinez.
Bruney Realizes He'll Have To Pitch With Pain
Yankees reliever Brian Bruney is coming to the realization that he'll have to pitch this season with arm pain.
Rays Call Up Price To Face Indians
The Rays have called up pitcher David Price to start against the Indians on Monday.
Yankees Plan To Keep Wang In Bullpen
Yankees manager Joe Girardi plans to keep pitcher Chien-Ming Wang in the bullpen for right now.
Joba Will Start On Tuesday Against Texas
Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain will start on Tuesday against the Rangers despite leaving in the first inning of his last start.
Reds Send Homer Bailey To Minor Leagues
The Reds have optioned pitcher Homer Bailey to Triple-A Louisville after he was roughed up on Saturday.
Rays' Maddon Disputes MLB's $500 Fine
Rays manager Joe Maddon criticized a $500 fine he received from MLB following his team's recent confrontation with the Indians.
K-Rod Is Released From Hospital
Mets closer Francisco Rodriguez has been released from the hospital following severe back spasms on Saturday night.
Leyritz Says '07 Fatal Crash Not His Fault
Former major leaguer Jim Leyritz claims that the fatal car crash that killed a woman in 2007 wasn't his fault.
Soria Unlikely To Return Until June
The Royals are expected to be without All-Star closer Joakim Soria until at least the beginning of June.
Payroll Concern Limit Indians' Trade Options
Indians general manager Mark Shapiro is trying to improve via trades, but on a smaller scale than some of his competitors.
Mets Beat Red Sox On Reviewed HR
The Mets defeated the Red Sox 3-2 on Saturday night, with Omir Santos hitting a reviewed home run in the top of the ninth inning.
Young Mets Reliever Hits 100 MPH
Rising Mets reliever Bobby Parnell didn't even know that he hit 100 mph on the radar gun at Fenway Park on Friday night.
Once Perfect, Lidge Is Looking For Answers
Phillies closer Brad Lidge was perfect during the team's championship season in 2008, but is struggling to find answers this season.
Giambi Joins 400 Home Run Club
Athletics slugger Jason Giambi hit the 400th home run of his career against the Diamondbacks on Saturday.
Giants Exploring Trade Routes
The Giants have great pitching and defense, but they simply don't hit enough to win often.
K-Rod Collapses With Back Pain
Mets closer Francisco Rodriguez collapsed in pain with back spasms on Saturday and had to be taken to a Boston hospital.
Four Yankees Headed To Tampa For Rehab
The Yankees have sent Xavier Nady, Jorge Posada, Cody Ransom and Jose Molina to Tampa to begin rehabilitation assignments.
Marlins Demote Ricky Nolasco
The Marlins have sent struggling pitcher Ricky Nolasco to the minor leagues.
Kansas City's Scoreless Streak Hits 24 Innings
The Royals haven't scored since Thursday's loss to the Indians.
Manny Is Working Out In Florida
Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez is working out in Florida and has been in contact with the team's front office.
Mayberry Homers In Second At-Bat For Phils
Phillies right fielder John Mayberry homered in just his second major league at-bat on Saturday against the Yankees.
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