The Twins removed the struggling Matt Capps from the closer role.
June 2011 - Baseball Wiretap
Braun Exits With Left Leg Injuries
Ryan Braun missed eight games from July 3-10 with a strained left calf.
Mariners Honor 2001's 116-Win Team
Seattle won 116 games in 2001, matching the 1906 Cubs for most wins in major league history.
Bautista Wearing Walking Boot
Jose Bautista is hoping to return on Tuesday when the Mariners come to town.
Colon To Start Tuesday Despite Bad Outing, Hamstring
Bartolo Colon missed three weeks last month with a hamstring issue suffered while covering first base.
Cardinals Shut Down Reliever Sanchez
Eduardo Sanchez has been on the disabled list since June 13 with inflammation in his right shoulder.
Ubaldo Miffed At Trade Rumors
A New York Post report claims the Rockies felt Ubaldo Jimenez was pouting over his lack of a contract extension.
Twins Say They Won't Deal Cuddyer
Michael Cuddyer, who will be a free agent this winter, has helped the Twins climb back into the playoff race.
McKeon: Guillen Would Be Perfect For Marlins
Ozzie Guillen was Jack McKeon's third base coach when the Marlins won the World Series in 2003.
Orioles, Hardy Reach Three-Year Deal
J.J. Hardy's new contract reportedly includes a no-trade clause limited to eight teams.
Girardi: Blue Jays 'Could Be' Stealing Signs Illegally
The Yankees believe the Blue Jays may be stealing signs from somewhere other than the field.
Yankees Have Chance At Jimenez?
The Yankees have the top prospects to land Ubaldo Jimenez if the Rockies opt to deal the right-hander.
Oswalt Hopes To Throw Off Mound Soon
Roy Oswalt is on the disabled list for the second time this season with lower back issues.
Rangers Have Asked About Marlins' Pitchers
The Rangers are in need of starting pitchers and have contacted the Marlins about some of their arms.
Braves Beat Nationals For 10,000th Win
The Braves trail only the Giants and Cubs for the most wins in major league history.
K-Rod, Brewers Renegotiate Deal To Remove 2012 Option
Francisco Rodriguez's option for 2012 is now a mutual one, which the Brewers are unlikely to exercise.
Pirates Move Into Tie For First Place
This is the latest in a season the Pirates have been in first place since 1997.
Philly Is Front-Runner To Land San Diego Reliever
The Padres have a stable of desired arms, including closer Heath Bell, Mike Adams and Chad Qualls.
Cubs Likely To Give Marmol A Break
Carlos Marmol is expected to get a bit of a break after blowing his Major League-leading seventh save on Thursday.
Loria: Don't Count Out Marlins, McKeon
Florida is last in the NL East, but they have won a season-high six straight games.
Phillies Put Polanco On DL, Activate Madson
Placido Polanco has not played since July 4 because of inflammation in his lower back.
Tigers Farm Report: Turner Awaiting Possible Call-Up
Over his last 10 starts, Jacob Turner pitched at least six innings in each appearance and posted a 3.65 ERA.
Rays Farm Report: Moore Sharp As Of Late
Matt Moore has been a strikeout machine for Montgomery of the Double-A Southern League this season.
Orioles Farm Report: Machado Struggling In Carolina League
Baltimore drafted Manny Machado with the third overall pick in the 2010 Draft.
Cardinals Farm Report: Miller Climbing Ranks
Shelby Miller has not allowed more than two earned runs since he was promoted to Double-A.
RealGM's MLB Team Rankings Through 7/15/11
The Blue Jays made the biggest jump this week, moving up six spots to 12th.
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