The Cardinals are back in first place, but the Red Sox were the story this week. They rank seventh, marking their highest ranking of 2011.
June 2011 - Baseball Wiretap
RealGM's MLB Team Rankings Through 6/10/2011
Royals Call Up Third Baseman Moustakas
The Royals recalled third base prospect Mike Moustakas from Triple-A Omaha after Thursday night's game.
Pedroia Isn't Headed To DL
Dustin Pedroia originally injured his knee on May 14, 2010 in Detroit and missed Thursday night's game against the Yankees.
Ortiz Blames Media For Getting Hit By Pitch
David Ortiz had gone 696 plate appearances and 160 games without being hit by a pitch against the Yankees.
Guillen Manages 1,200th Game With White Sox
Ozzie Guillen has a 631-569 record as Chicago's manager.
Phil Hughes 'Looked Good' Throwing
The Yankees are hopeful that Phil Hughes will begin a rehab assignment this coming week.
Joba Likely Headed For Tommy John Surgery
Joba Chamberlain hasn't felt any pain in his elbow, but Tommy John surgery will likely keep him out until midway through the 2012 season.
Yankees Showed NBA Finals On Scoreboard During Delay
Thursday night's Red Sox-Yankees game was delayed close to 3 1/2 hours.
Sabathia: Pitch That Hit Ortiz 'Got Away'
CC Sabathia drilled David Ortiz in the fourth inning on Thursday night after Josh Beckett had hit Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez.
Renteria Gets World Series Championship Ring
World Series MVP Edgar Renteria was given his championship ring on Thursday night before his first game in San Francisco since helping the Giants win it all last fall.
Pedroia Has Bone Bruise On Kneecap
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia has a bone bruise on his right kneecap but is expected to play Friday night in Toronto.
A's Lose Melvin's Debut, Losing Streak Reaches 10
The White Sox spoiled the debut of interim manager Bob Melvin, beating the A's 9-4 on Thursday night.
Gary Carter's Doctor Sought MRI
Gary Carter's MRI revealed that he had four small tumors in his brain on May 21.
Mets Give Jason Bay A Few Days Off
Mets outfielder Jason Bay will sit for at least two games while trying to regroup.
Yankees' Joba Has Ligament Tear
Joba Chamberlain has a torn ligament in his right elbow, and is likely going to miss the remainder of the season.
Hafner Set To Take Batting Practice
Injured Indians DH Travis Hafner is set to take batting practice for the first time since going on the DL.
Pirates Place Snyder On DL; Recall Toregas
The Pirates have placed catcher Chris Snyder on the DL with a lower back problem.
A's Fire Geren, Melvin Takes Over
The A's have relieved Bob Geren of his duties and have named Bob Melvin the interim manager for the rest of the season.
Ortiz Responds To Girardi On Bat Flip
David Ortiz had a message for Yankees manager Joe Girardi, who said he didn't like the way he flipped his bat after hitting a HR: "Take it like a man."
Prospect Anthony Rizzo Gets The Call From Padres
The Padres have called up first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who has been batting .365 at Triple-A Tucson in the PCL.
Marlins Hire ESPNs Eduardo Perez To Replace Fired Hitting Coach
The Marlins have fired hitting coach John Mallee and announced the hiring of Eduardo Perez to replace him.
Red Sox Place Jenks On 15-Day DL
The Red Sox placed Bobby Jenks on the DL again on Wednesday with tightness in his back.
A's Place Anderson On DL, Will Visit Dr. Andrews Next Week
The A's have placed Brett Anderson on the 15-day disabled list.
Kinsler Goes On Paternity Leave
The Rangers placed Ian Kinsler on paternity leave after his second child was born Wednesday afternoon.
Burnett Sick Of Hearing About Past
Yankees starter A.J. Burnett is sick of hearing about all the success he had against the Red Sox when he was with the Blue Jays.
Pedroia To Have Knee Examined
Dustin Pedroia is scheduled to return to Boston Thursday morning for an exam of his right knee.
Former Tiger' Jim Northrup Dies At 71
Former Tigers outfielder Jim Northrup died Wednesday at age 71 after having a seizure at an assisted living facility.
Chamberlain Goes On DL
Yankees reliever Joba Chamberlain has been placed on the DL with a strained flexor muscle.
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