June 2011 - Baseball Wiretap

Wilson Weighs Options, Won't Enter NFL Draft
Russell Wilson plans to attend spring training with the Rockies, but he also wants to continue playing football.

ESPN

Ziegler, A's Reach One-Year Deal
Brad Ziegler went 3-7 with a 3.26 ERA last season.

ESPN

Ozzie Canseco Charged With DUI
Jose Canseco's twin brother has been arrested before.

ESPN

Phillies, Francisco Avoid Arbitration
Ben Francisco's contract includes performance and awards bonuses.

ESPN

Cubs, Soto Agree To $3M Deal
Geovany Soto made $575,000 last season.

Chicago Sun-Times

Rays, Farnsworth Finalize Contract
The Rays have lost six relievers to free agency this winter, so Kyle Farnsworth certainly fills a need.

MLB.com

Cubs To Honor Santo With Statue
The Cubs will also honor the late Ron Santo with a commemorative patch worn throughout the 2011 season.

MLB.com

Pujols Sets Spring Training Contract Deadline
The Cardinals have until Feb. 18 to sign Albert Pujols to an extension as he has no plans to discuss one during the season.

MLB.com

Royals, Chen Agree To One-Year Deal
Bruce Chen went 12-7 with a 4.17 ERA last season.

RealGM Staff Report

Yankees Not Yet Looking To Trade Joba
The Yankees would listen to offers for Joba Chamberlain.

New York Post

Cardinals Invite Batista, Snell To Camp
St. Louis signed Miguel Batista and Ian Snell to minor-league contracts.

Yahoo! Sports

Cashman Vetoed Soriano Signing
Brian Cashman didn't want to sign Rafael Soriano and give up a draft pick in the process.

New York Daily News

Morneau Vows To Be Ready For Spring Training
Justin Morneau suffered a concussion while taking a knee to the head on July 7 in Toronto.

MLB.com

Chipper Jones Progressing In Rehab
Chipper Jones insists that his low production in recent seasons isn't because of his age.

MLB.com

Jamie McCourt Allowed To Seek Half Of Dodgers
Jamie McCourt is now allowed to seek half of the Dodgers.

ESPN

Fielder, Papelbon, Hamilton Headline Arbitration List
There were 119 players that filed for arbitration on Friday.

ESPN

Thome, Twins Work On Recruiting Pavano
Jim Thome agreed to return to Minnesota under a one-year deal on Friday.

MLB.com

Giants To Star In Showtime Series
Showtime will follow the Giants throughout the 2011 season.

Yahoo! Sports

Santana Cleared To Begin Throwing
Johan Santana underwent surgery to repair a torn anterior capsule in his left shoulder in September.

ESPN

Washington's LaRoche Won't Try To Replace Dunn
Adam LaRoche is essentially replacing Adam Dunn for the Nationals.

ESPN

Tigers, Zumaya Reach $1.2M Deal
Joel Zumaya was limited in 2010 after fracturing his elbow in late June.

Yahoo! Sports

Athletics Agree To Terms With Balfour
Oakland holds an option for 2013 with a $350,000 buyout.

Yahoo! Sports

Five Teams Looking At Manny
The Angels, Twins, Rangers, Rays and Blue Jays are showing interest in Manny Ramirez, according to a source.

ESPN

Twins, Thome Agree To $3M Deal
Jim Thome will remain with the Twins thanks to a one-year deal.

ESPN

Gordon, Kansas City Agree To Terms
Alex Gordon has successfully moved from third base to the outfield.

RealGM Staff Report

Royals Sign Jeff Francis
Jeff Francis has signed a one-year deal with Kansas City.

RealGM Staff Report

Jays, Rays Interested In Rauch
Jon Rauch is just one of the relievers on the market.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Beckham Eyes Season Without Distractions
Gordon Beckham hopes Chicago can avoid distractions this coming season.

ESPN

Selig, Torre Haven't Made Decision On Job
Bud Selig and Joe Torre are still discussing a possible league job.

ESPN.com

Gregg, Orioles Finalize Two-Year Deal
Kevin Gregg will compete to be Baltimore's closer.

ESPN.com