June 2011 - Baseball Wiretap

Schierholtz Homers In 14th For Giants Win
Nate Schierholtz hit his second home run of the game leading off the bottom of the 14th inning to give the Giants a 6-5 win over the Padres Wednesday night.

AP

Red Sox Place Lester On DL
The Red Sox have placed pitcher Jon Lester on the DL with a lower lat muscle strain.

ESPN.com

Reyes' All-Star Game Status In Jeopardy
Jose Reyes has not improved enough to progress to running, leaving his starting spot in the All-Star game in doubt.

ESPN.com

Leyland Talks Tension With Umpires
Jim Leyland feels more friction between umpires and team in recent times.

ESPN.com

Jeter Gets 2,997th Hit
Derek Jeter doubled in the eighth inning Wednesday night to move within three hits of the 3,000 hit mark.

ESPN.com

Could Phillies Be Surprise Suitor For Reyes This Winter?
The Phillies have a number of contracts coming off the books, including incumbent shortstop Jimmy Rollins, this winter.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated

Tigers May Look For Hitter, Starting Pitcher
The Tigers have internal options to fill their holes as well.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated

Astros Discussing Deals For Wandy Rodriguez
It remains to be seen how interested Houston is in trading Wandy Rodriguez.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated

Webb Likely Done For Season
Brandon Webb hasn't pitched in a major league game since Opening Day 2009 for Arizona.

Richard Durrett/ESPN.com

Lester To Miss Next Start
Boston is deciding whether or not to place Jon Lester on the disabled list for a stint that would bridge the All-Star break.

ESPN.com

Werth: No Regrets About Joining Nationals
Jayson Werth has been hearing some boos in Washington because of his .221 average despite a huge contract.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN.com

Mauer Likely To Play First On Thursday
Drew Butera will catch for Minnesota on Thursday as Joe Mauer makes his first start at first base.

Associated Press

Jeter In Lineup Against Indians
Derek Jeter entered Wednesday night's game in Cleveland just four hits shy of 3,000 for his career.

Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com

Mets Shopping K-Rod, Isringhausen And Byrdak
The Mets have played very well despite a myriad of injuries, but they appear to be sellers this month.

New York Daily News

Red Sox Targeting Position Players Over Pitchers
The Red Sox have pitching depth in their organization.

NESN.com

Speculation Surrounds Pujols' Early Return
Albert Pujols needed just 17 days to recover from a broken wrist after St. Louis expected him to miss at least four weeks.

Jeff Passan/Yahoo! Sports

Garland To Undergo Season-Ending Surgery
Jon Garland will be on the shelf for at least six months following Monday's scheduled surgery.

Los Angeles Daily News

Morneau Hopes To Return In August
Justin Morneau had surgery on his neck last week and hopes to return to the Twins in August at full strength.

Associated Press

Victorino Has Sprained Thumb
Shane Victorino was hurt Sunday when he stumbled and fell making a throw in Toronto.

Associated Press

Lester Leaves No-Hitter With Muscle Strain
Jon Lester could miss some time after leaving Tuesday night's start after four innings.

Joe McDonald/ESPN.com

Jeter May Get Day Off Wednesday
Derek Jeter has played four straight days and the Yankees may opt to rest him rather than risk him re-injuring his calf.

Associated Press

Red Sox Deal Cameron To Marlins
The Red Sox have traded outfielder Mike Cameron and cash to the Marlins.

Joe McDonald/ESPN.com

Home Run Derby Participants Announced
David Ortiz selected three American League players for his squad, while Prince Fielder selected three National Leaguers for his unit.

RealGM Staff Report

HBO To Air Documentary About Jeter's 3,000th Chase
Derek Jeter was at 2,994 hits after returning from the disabled list Monday and going hitless against Cleveland.

Associated Press

Josh Johnson Wants To Return This Season
Josh Johnson isn't likely to return to the mound until August.

Miami Herald

Hardy, Reynolds May Be Trade Chips For Orioles
Baltimore is expected to sell at the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline.

Baltimore Sun

Crawford Runs Bases During Rehab
Carl Crawford was placed on the disabled list June 18 with a hamstring injury.

Joe McDonald/ESPN.com

Cardinals Activate Pujols From DL
St. Louis was just 6-7 without Albert Pujols.

ESPN.com

Bautista, G. Gonzalez, Ramirez Named Players Of The Week
Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista, A's pitcher Gio Gonzalez and Cubs third baseman Aramis Ramirez were baseball's top players over the last week.

RealGM Staff Report

Gonzalez, Fielder Named Players Of The Month
Red Sox first baseman Adrian Gonzalez and Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder were honored for their play in June.

RealGM Staff Report