David Ortiz of the Red Sox was named the winner of the 2011 Roberto Clemente Award on Thursday for his community service contributions and value to his team.
June 2011 - Baseball Wiretap
Ortiz Wins Clemente Award For Community Service
Source: Padres To Promote Byrnes If Hoyer Leaves For Cubs
The Padres appear ready to promote Josh Byrnes to GM if Jed Hoyer leaves for the Cubs.
Kershaw Wins Spahn Award
Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw has been named the winner of the Warren Spahn Award on Thursday as the game's best left-hander.
Rangers Rally Late To Even Series
The Rangers scored twice in the ninth inning to beat the Cardinals 2-1 on Thursday night.
Source: Angels Speaking To GM Candidates
The Angels' search for a new GM is moving along at a brisk pace.
Josh Hamilton Playing With Groin Injury
Josh Hamilton continues to play through a left groin strain that has bothered him for a few months.
Source: Cubs Set To Hire Epstein
The Cubs and Red Sox are finalizing a deal that would make Theo Epstein the Cubs' president of baseball operations at some point on Thursday.
Yankees Have Scouted Yu Darvish
Yankees GM Brian Cashman said on Thursday that the club scouted Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish during the 2011 season.
Yankees Decline Marte's $4M Option
The Yankees declined a $4M option on LHP Damaso Marte on Wednesday.
Dykstra Faces Up To Four Years In Prison In Plea Deal
Lenny Dykstra has changed his plea from not guilty to no contest on charges of auto theft and providing a false financial statement.
Cardinals Edge Rangers In World Series Opener
Allen Craig's pinch-hit single in the sixth inning carried the Cardinals to a 3-2 win over the Rangers on Wednesday night.
Rhodes Guaranteed World Series Ring
Cardinals reliever Arthur Rhodes is guaranteed a World Series ring whether or not St. Louis wins their series against Texas.
Padres Could Pursue Trade For Lackey
John Lackey has three seasons to go plus a vesting option for 2015 on a five-year, $82.5 million contract.
Angels To Interview Ng For GM Job
The Angels will interview Kim Ng for their vacant general manager position, according to baseball sources.
Gooden Was Too High For 1986 Parade
Dwight Gooden was too high and paranoid to join his teammates on the 1986 Mets as they basked in the glory of millions.
Rangers, Cardinals Make Roster Changes
The Rangers and Cardinals have announced their World Series rosters and there have been some changes.
Cubs May Hire Epstein During World Series
Major League Baseball typically has a ban on such announcements during the Fall Classic.
Hoyer Could Join Epstein In Chicago
There is a chance that pending Cubs general manager Theo Epstein will add Jed Hoyer to his front office, according to a report.
Marlins May Deny Orioles Permission To Speak With Jennings
It would be the fourth time the Marlins have denied another team permission to talk to the assistant general manager, who signed an eight-year extension four years ago.
Twins Looking For Shortstop, Starting Pitchers
The Twins have a reliable shortstop and depth for their starting rotation on their list of offseason wants and needs.
Guillen Doesn't Rule Out Position Change For Hanley Ramirez
When given the chance, new Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen didn't rule out the possibility of shortstop Hanley Ramirez moving to another position.
Mattingly: Dodgers 'Need A Bat' To Contend
Dodgers manager Don Mattingly is well aware that the team's financial situation may keep it from adding key pieces.
Berkman Admits He Was Wrong About Rangers
Lance Berkman called the Rangers an "average team" during a radio interview back in January.
Pujols Remains Silent On Future Beyond World Series
Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols has consistently avoided discussing his pending free agency and he isn't going to change with his team in the World Series.
Red Sox Deny Having Beer In Dugout
The Red Sox came out quickly with statements denying reports that Josh Beckett, John Lackey and Jon Lester drank beer in the dugout during games.
Source: Epstein Talks At Stalemate
The Red Sox and Cubs remained stalemated Tuesday on compensation negotiations for GM Theo Epstein.
World Series May Affect Epstein Announcement
Major League Baseball discourages teams from announcements during the World Series.
Cashman Expects New Deal By End Of Month
Brian Cashman has been New York's general manager since 1998.
Greinke Would Have Accepted Trade To Rangers
The Royals traded Zack Greinke to the Brewers prior to this season.
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