June 2010 - Baseball Wiretap

Damon Denies Return To Boston
Johnny Damon didn't want to leave Detroit.

ESPN

White Sox Plan To Claim Manny Off Waivers
The White Sox plan to claim Manny Ramirez if the Dodgers place him on waivers this week.

FOX Sports

Damon Leaning Towards Detroit
The Red Sox claimed Johnny Damon on waivers.

Boston Globe

Baker Mulling Over Cincinnati's Offer
Dusty Baker isn't under contract for the 2011 season.

ESPN

Yankees Won't Give Girardi New Deal During Season
Joe Girardi will essentially become a free agent this winter.

ESPN

Marlins Defend Profits Despite Small Payroll
The Marlins made a profit of $49 million over the 2008 and 2009 seasons despite having baseball's lowest payroll.

ESPN

Harden, Rangers Take No-Hitter Into 9th
Joe Mauer broke up a no-hitter in the ninth inning on Monday night.

ESPN

Strasburg Going Back On DL
Nationals rookie Stephen Strasburg is headed back to the disabled list.

AP

Red Sox Claim Damon
Johnny Damon could return to Boston.

Sports Illustrated

Sabathia Has No Plans To Opt Out
CC Sabathia can opt out of his contract after the 2011 season.

New York Post

Webb Still Hoping To Pitch In 2010
Brandon Webb hasn't pitched since Opening Day 2009.

Arizona Republic

Damon Claimed By Unknown Team
Johnny Damon has been claimed on waivers.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter)

Nova Will Help Yankees Limit Hughes
Ivan Nova will start for the Yankees on Monday night.

ESPN

Westmoreland To Begin Rehab Soon
Ryan Westmoreland underwent brain surgery in March.

ESPN

Manny May Hit Waivers This Week
Manny Ramirez became eligible for waivers on Monday.

ESPN

Nationals Extend Affiliation With Syracuse
The Nationals extended their deal with Triple-A Syracuse by two years.

Nationals (via Twitter)

Lowell Still Expected To Retire
Mike Lowell plans to enjoy his children.

WEEI.com

Izturis Lands On DL For Third Time
Maicer Izturis had a career year in 2009, but he's been injury-prone yet again.

Los Angeles Times

Documents Show Pirates Are Profitable
The Pirates haven't had a winning season in nearly two decades, but they have been profitable.

ESPN

Cody Ross Awarded To Giants
Marlins starting outfielder Cody Ross was awarded to the Giants on a waiver claim.

AP

Strasburg Isn't Done For Season
Stephen Strasburg left a start on Saturday with a strained right forearm.

MLB.com

Even If Traded, Damon Wants To Return To Tigers
Johnny Damon was reportedly placed on waivers late last week.

Detroit News

Padres May Get Young Back Soon
Chris Young threw a simulated game on Saturday.

San Diego Union-Tribune

Prior Throws Another Scoreless Inning
Mark Prior hasn't allowed an earned run in seven innings.

ESPN Insider

Guillen: Pressure Is Greater For Cubs
Ozzie Guillen thinks there is more pressure on the Cubs to win than the White Sox.

ESPN

Dodgers Acquire Barajas From Mets For Cash
The Dodgers have acquired C Rod Barajas from the Mets for cash.

AP

Vin Scully Will Return To Dodgers Next Season
Vin Scully will return to the broadcast booth for the Dodgers next season.

AP

Lou Piniella To Retire After Sunday's Game
Cubs third base coach Mike Quade will manage for the rest of the season.

ESPN.com

Konerko's Success Tied To Positive Outlook
Paul Konerko hit rock bottom in 2008 and pledged to be more positive.

Yahoo! Sports

Wagner Says He's No Favre, He'll Retire
Billy Wagner will retire after the season.

Atlanta Journal-Constitution