The Pirates are putting off talks on contract extensions with Jack Wilson and Freddy Sanchez until after the trade deadline.
June 2009 - Baseball Wiretap
Pirates To Wait On Extensions For Wilson, Sanchez Until After Deadline
Gavin Floyd Shrugs Off Trade Rumors
White Sox starter Gavin Floyd has heard his name pop up in trade rumors and isn't letting it get to him.
Could Yankees Make Rays Sellers With Sweep?
The Yankees defeated the Rays on Monday night, and there is a belief around baseball that Tampa Bay could become sellers if New York completes a sweep.
Exec: Phillies Will Get Halladay, Lee Or Washburn
The Phillies will almost certainly add a starter to their rotation.
Red Sox Not Even Close On Gonzalez Talks
The Red Sox and Padres haven't gotten very deep in negotiations on a trade involving first baseman Adrian Gonzalez.
Jays Appear To Have Abandoned Early Deadline
Blue Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi instituted a deadline of July 28 to deal Roy Halladay earlier this month, but it appears to be irrelevant now.
Damon Hits 200th HR Of Career
Johnny Damon hit the 200th home run of his major league career on Monday night against the Rays.
Holliday, Cards In No Hurry On Extension
The Cardinals want to keep Matt Holliday for the long-term, but neither the team nor the player are in a hurry to talk about an extension.
Giants Get Garko From Indians
The Giants have acquired first baseman Ryan Garko from the Indians for minor league pitcher Scott Barnes.
Could Indians Package Carmona In Deal?
The Indians have been mentioned often in trade rumors this month as a number of teams fight for the services of catcher Victor Martinez and pitcher Cliff Lee.
Reds 'Close' To Dealing A Pitcher
A league source claims that the Reds are "close" to dealing one of their big-money pitchers.
Will Pedro Affect Phillies' Deadline Deals?
Pedro Martinez has looked good lately, a revelation that could affect what the Phillies do this week.
Yankees Have Eye On Washburn
Knowing that they are unlikely to get a pitcher like Roy Halladay or Cliff Lee, the Yankee have turned their attention to Jarrod Washburn.
Boston Busy Exploring Possible Deals
Theo Epstein is "burning the midnight oil" trying to make a big deal prior to the trade deadline.
Mets Fire Executive Bernazard, Minaya Argues With Rubin
The Mets have fired vice president for player development Tony Bernazard in the wake of recent outbursts.
Source: Jays, Phils Talks 'Not Going Well'
Talks between the Blue Jays and Phillies on a trade involving Roy Halladay are "not going well," according to a source.
Report: Selig Mulling Rose Status
MLB commissioner Bud Selig is "seriously considering" reinstatement for Pete Rose.
Yankees Send Scout To Watch Ian Snell
Ian Snell has a 0.96 ERA and 51 strikeouts in six starts for Indy.
Giants Could Be In On Martinez Or Garko
The Giants have been frequently linked to Freddy Sanchez and Nick Johnson in trade rumors.
Brewers Interested In M's Washburn
The Brewers are interested in getting pitcher Jarrod Washburn from the Mariners.
Computer Appears To Crack HOF Code
A computer science professor has developed a computer that can predict whether or not a player will be elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Is Dmitri Young's Career Over?
Dmitri Young tore his left quadriceps muscle last week and is out for at least the remainder of the season.
Giants Rule Out Deal For Halladay
Giants general manager Brian Sabean has flatly ruled out a trade for pitcher Roy Halladay.
Phillies Also Looking At Indians' Lee
In addition to Roy Halladay, the Phillies are looking at Cleveland's Cliff Lee as a trade option.
Dodgers Deny Loney To Cleveland Rumors
The Dodgers have emphatically denied rumors that they are discussing a blockbuster deal with the Indians.
Rickey's 'Journey As A Player Is Complete'
Rickey Henderson said this weekend that his "journey as a player in complete" after his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Red Sox Making Push For Halladay
The odds appear to be against the Red Sox landing Roy Halladay, but that hasn't stopped them from inquiring with the Blue Jays.
Yankees Interested In Pirates' Snell
Looking for depth in both their starting rotation and bullpen, the Yankees appear interested in Pittsburgh's Ian Snell.
Angels Have Offered Weaver For Halladay
The Angels have reportedly offered the Blue Jays a package that includes Jered Weaver for Roy Halladay.
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