Lost in all the attention that closer Mariano Rivera received for recording his 500th save and driving in his first run on Sunday night, was Chien-Ming Wang's first win of 2009.
April 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
Wang Gets First Win, ERA Drops To 10.06
Rivera Gets 500th Save, First RBI
Mario Rivera became the second baseball closer to reach the 500-save milestone on Sunday night as the Yankees beat the Mets 4-2.
Mariners Are Leaving Options Open
The Mariners are keeping their options open, even as third baseman Adrian Beltre heads for the disabled list.
Matthews Steals Home Against Diamondbacks
Angels outfielder Gary Matthews Jr. pulled off a straight steal of home on Sunday against the Diamondbacks.
Boston Open To Negotiations With Bay
The Red Sox are willing to open up negotiations with outfielder Jason Bay on a long-term contract.
Greinke Lowers MLB-Best ERA To 1.95
Royals pitcher Zack Greinke became the AL's fourth 10-game winner on Sunday.
Yankees Could Make Play For Street
The Yankees could inquire about reliever Huston Street if the Rockies fall out of the playoff race.
Phillies Interested In Chien-Ming Wang
The Phillies have scouted struggling Yankees starter Chien-Ming Wang recently.
Giants' Sadowski Shines In Debut
Ryan Sadowski scattered four hits over 6-innings in his major league debut on Sunday as the Giants beat the Brewers 7-0.
Dodgers Sign Infielder Ramon Nivar
The Dodgers signed infielder Ramon Nivar to a minor-league contract.
Cardinals Sign 16-Year-Old Dominican Outfielder
The Cardinals have agreed in principle on a signing bonus for 16-year-old Dominican outfielder Wagner Mateo.
Struggles Beginning To Affect Mets
The Mets were one-hit by the Yankees on Saturday, and the losing is starting to affect the team.
Manny Homers In Rehab Game
Manny Ramirez went 2-for-2 with a home run on Saturday night in yet another rehab game.
Indians Send DeRosa To St. Louis
The Indians traded Mark DeRosa to the Cardinals on Saturday night for reliever Chris Perez and a player to be named later.
Milwaukee Looking To Add Pieces
The Brewers are looking to add another piece or two, but appear unwilling to part with any of their top prospects.
White Sox Expected To Sign Mitchell Soon
The White Sox are expected to sign Jared Mitchell, their first round draft pick, soon.
Nationals Trying To Get Nyjer Morgan
The Nationals are trying to acquire outfielder Nyjer Morgan from the Pirates, according to a baseball source.
Report: Phils' Romero In Confrontation With Fan
The Phillies confirmed Saturday that one of their players was involved in a confrontation with a fan in Tampa on Thursday.
Bradley: 'I Don't Have Problem With Lou'
Cubs manager Lou Piniella apologized to outfielder Milton Bradley one day after sending him home in the sixth inning.
Cardinals Increasing Efforts To Get Holliday?
The Cardinals are increasing their efforts to acquire Athletics outfielder Matt Holliday, according to a number of sources.
Lowell May Get Injection For Hip Pain
Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell is hoping to avoid the disabled list, and will have an injection to ease the pain in his troublesome hip.
Piniella Sends Bradley Home After Outburst
Cubs manager Lou Piniella sent Milton Bradley home after the outfielder attacked a cooler in the dugout.
Cubs Have Inquired About DeRosa
The Cubs have had conversations with the Indians about re-acquiring infielder Mark DeRosa.
Kazmir Replaces Sonnanstine In Rays' Rotation
Scott Kazmir will replace Andy Sonnanstine in Tampa Bay's starting rotation, beginning on Saturday night.
Halladay Declares Himself Ready To Start
Blue Jays ace Roy Halladay has declared himself ready to start for the club on Monday.
Piniella Defends Soto, Admits Trying Pot
Cubs manager Lou Piniella came to the defense of catcher Geovany Soto on Friday, admitting that he has tried marijuana.
A-Rod Passes Reggie With 564th Home Run
Alex Rodriguez hit his 564th home run on Friday night as the Yankees beat the Mets 9-1 at Citi Field.
Konerko: Sox Interleague Games Should Only Be Against Cubs
White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko wouldn't mind facing solely the Cubs in interleague play.
Rivera Could Notch 500th Save Against Mets
Yankees closer Mariano Rivera recorded the 499th save of his career against the Braves on Thursday night.
Is Nady Done For The Season?
Yankees outfielder Xavier Nady could be headed for season-ending Tommy John surgery on his right elbow.
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