July 2009 - Baseball Wiretap

Cashman: Teixeira Is Struggling With Pressure
Mark Teixeira was hitting just .202 entering Wednesday night's game against the Blue Jays.

New York Times

Duquette: 'Juiced' Balls Were Used In '99 HR Derby
Former Red Sox general manager Dan Duquette said in an interview with WEEI recently that the 1999 Home Run Derby was "juiced."

Sports Radio Interviews

Rose: A-Rod Still Belongs In HOF
Pete Rose said on Wednesday that he believes Alex Rodriguez should still make the Hall of Fame despite his steroid controversy.

New York Daily News

Report: Leyritz Hospitalized After Suicide Threat
According to police, former major league Jim Leyritz phoned a friend in New Jersey this week threatening suicide.

ESPN

Ump Apologizes For Touching Tigers' Ordonez
Umpire Paul Schrieber has issued an apology for placing his hand on Magglio Ordonez's back during Wednesday night's game.

ESPN

Bradley Has Suspension Reduced
Milton Bradley's suspension was reduced from two games to one by MLB on Thursday, but he's still unhappy.

ESPN

Which New York Lefty Will Be The Better Value?
CC Sabathia and Johan Santana will be inextricably linked over the next six or seven seasons as the hired southpaw guns of New York City.

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Exec: Money Is Always A Good Carrot For Manny
One front office executive with a rival club wondered how motivated Manny Ramirez will be when he returns from his suspension.

ESPN

Putz Out At Least Two Games With Bone Spur
J.J. Putz had an MRI on Wednesday that revealed inflammation in the back of the elbow.

New York Daily News

Reds Get Rule 5 Pick Player Back
The Nationals have returned reliever Terrell Young, their Rule 5 pick, to the Cincinnati Reds.

Washington Times

Citi Field Streaker Had Been Planning Run For Eight Years
The Citi Field streaker was completely unapologetic Wednesday after spending the nigh in jail.

New York Daily News

Brewers Call Up Top Offensive Prospect
The Brewers intend to introduce Mat Gamel to the big leagues the same way they did with Prince Fielder several years ago.

Journal Sentinel

Pedro Alvarez Swinging Too Hard?
Pedro Alvarez has belted six homeruns, but he also has struck out 35 times in 31 games.

Post-Gazette

Dontrelle Enjoys First Comeback Start Against Twins
Dontrelle Willis made his first start of 2009 against the Minnesota Twins, giving up four earned runs in four innings.

Detroit Free-Press

Orioles Promote Nolan Reimold From Triple-A
Nolan Reimold is batting .394 with nine homers in 31 games.

Baltimore Sun

Halladay Still Not Interested In Talking Contract Extension
Roy Halladay continues to be one of the best pitchers in the game, but he is not interested in talking about his future contract plans.

Toronto Sun

Yankees May Put Claim On Javier Lopez
The Yankees may spoil Boston's plans to sneak Javier Lopez past waivers.

Boston Herald

Adam LaRoche Makes Baseball History
Adam LaRoche became the first player to have a home run taken away by video replay.

Canadian Press

Zimmerman's Hit Streak Ends At 30
Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman's hit-streak was snapped at 30 games on Wednesday against the Giants.

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Melvin Knew He Would Be Fired Two Days In Advance
Bob Melvin knew for two days that he was going to be fired by the Diamondbacks.

SI.com

Nolasco Credits Bubble Gum For Win
Marlins pitcher Ricky Nolasco believes that chewing gum helped him earn his first win in six starts on Friday night.

Palm Beach Post

Howard: Fans Don't Trust Players Anymore
Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard doesn't believe that fans trust players anymore because of numerous steroid scandals.

Sports Radio Interviews

Struggles Bother Ortiz, But Peers Give Support
David Ortiz is homer-less in his last 130 at-bats, and his struggles are starting to consume him.

Boston Herald

Rollins Takes Lineup Shuffle In Stride
Jimmy Rollins was moved from first to fifth in Philadelphia's batting order for Tuesday night's game.

Philadelphia Daily News

Shaprio Gives Wedge A Vote Of Confidence
Indians general manager Mark Shaprio has given manager Eric Wedge a public vote of confidence.

Cleveland Plain Dealer

Glavine Could Return By End Of Month
Tom Glavine had another successful bullpen session on Wednesday.

ESPN

Delgado To Disabled List By Friday?
The Mets could place Carlos Delgado on the disabled list as soon as Friday because of a hip injury.

ESPN

Jays Farm Report: Cooper Hits 2nd Homer Of Season
David Cooper is hitting .273/.338/.397 in 121 at bats for Double-A New Hampshire.

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Tigers DFA Rincon In Order To Make Room For Dontrelle
The Tigers removed reliever Juan Rincon from the active roster in order to make room for Dontrelle Willis.

Detroit Free-Press

Ricciardi: At 81 Game Mark We'll Know If We're For Real
J.P. Ricciardi went on New York's WFAN on Tuesday and was asked about what is responsible for their fast start to the 2009 season.

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