May 2011 - Baseball Wiretap

Carpenter Will Start Game 7 For Cardinals
Chris Carpenter will reportedly start for the Cardinals on Friday night in Game 7 of the World Series against the Rangers.

ESPN.com

Blue Jays 'Will Not Rule Out' Push For David Ortiz
David Ortiz would fit nicely in Toronto, but the Blue Jays are a bit concerned about his age and status as a full-time designated hitter.

Boston Herald

Wang, Nationals Remain In Contract Talks
The Nationals are Chien-Ming Wang's first choice.

Washington Post

With Epstein's Arrival, Ramirez Open To Cubs Return
Aramis Ramirez believes Theo Epstein could turn the Cubs around quickly.

Bruce Levine/ESPN.com

Fan Returns Freese's HR Ball For Memorabilia
The fan who got his hands on David Freese's home run ball on Thursday night returned it for a signed bat and baseball.

Big League Stew

Yankees, Cashman Close To Three-Year Deal
The Yankees are moving closer to a new contract with Brian Cashman.

New York Daily News

Source: Mets Won't Re-Sign Reyes During Exclusive Negotiating Period
The Mets have an exclusive five-day window in which to negotiate with Jose Reyes following the conclusion of the World Series.

New York Daily News

James Shields: 'I Believe I'm Going To Be Back'
James Shields is coming off a career year in which he made his first All-Star appearance.

St. Petersburg Times

Swisher's Expected Return Means Yankees Won't Pursue Beltran
The Yankees are expected to pick up the option on Nick Swisher's contract for 2012.

New York Daily News

MLB, Frank McCourt Nearing Agreement
Terms of the agreement may include Frank McCourt agreeing to sell the team, according to The Los Angeles Times.

ESPN.com

Cruz Has Groin Strain; Napoli's X-Ray Negative
Nelson Cruz suffered a strained right groin Thursday night and his status for Game 7 is not known at this time.

ESPN.com

Reggie: Billy Martin Used Racial Epithets
Reggie Jackson told the MLB Network the late Billy Martin used racist or anti-Semitic epithets when he managed the Yankees.

ESPN.com

Cards Rally, Then Rally Again To Force Game 7
David Freese homered to lead off the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Cardinals a 10-9 win to force the World Series to Game 7.

ESPN.com

Cardinals Pick Up Wainwright's Option
The Cardinals have picked up a two-year, $21M contract on pitcher Adam Wainwright.

ESPN.com

Lovullo, McEwing Not High On Red Sox List
Torey Lovullo and Joe McEwing are unlikely to be among the finalist to mange the Red Sox next season.

ESPN.com

Dodgers' Attorney Believes Assailants, Stow Share Liability
An attorney representing the Dodgers that Frank McCourt should not be held solely liable for the beating of Byran Stow.

ESPN.com

Source: New Deal For Cano 'Highly Unlikely'
Robinson Cano is seeking a new contract from the Yankees, but the odds of something getting done appear remote during this offseason.

ESPN.com

Ron Washington 'Big Fan' Of Billy Beane
Ron Washington said Billy Beane gave a glowing review to Rangers GM Jon Daniels that allowed him to land his first job a a major league manager.

AP

Report: Draft At Center Of MLB Labor Talks
Signing bonuses for draft picks is the last major issue left in talks for MLB's new labor contract.

ESPN.com

Kuo To Have Fifth Elbow Surgery
Hong-Chih Kuo will undergo surgery on his left elbow on Friday.

ESPN.com

M's To Retain Entire Coaching Staff
The Mariners announced Wednesday that the club will bring back their entire coaching staff for the 2012 season.

ESPN.com

Ortiz: Red Sox Won't Regret Keeping Me
David Ortiz would like a multiyear deal with the Red Sox.

ESPN.com

Yankees Meet To Discuss Swisher, Sabathia
The Yankees are gathered in Florida to address offseason plans, including Nick Swisher's $10.25M option.

AP

Hoyer To Cubs; Padres Promote Byrnes To GM
GM Jed Hoyer and assistant Jason McLeod are leaving the Padres to join the Cubs' front office.

AP

Carpenter Declares Himself Available For Remainder Of Series
The postponement of Game 6 on Wednesday increases the likelihood of Chris Carpenter starting a potential Game 7.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Red Sox Expect Ortiz, Papelbon To Test Free Agent Market
Jonathan Papelbon has looked forward to free agency for several years and David Ortiz figures to be tempted by the ability to determine his value on the open market.

Boston Herald

Oppenheimer Won't Have Second Interview With Angels
The Angels have not called back Yankees executive Damon Oppenheimer for a second interview regarding their vacant general manager position.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Twins Still Want To Re-Sign Nathan
The Twins have decided to pay Joe Nathan a $2 million buyout rather than exercise his $12.5 million option for 2012.

Associated Press

Epstein Will Sit Down With Quade, Admires Sandberg
Theo Epstein has decisions to make about Chicago's managerial position.

ESPN.com

Game 6 Of World Series Postponed
Ugly weather is expected in St. Louis on Wednesday night.

ESPN.com