July 2011 - Baseball Wiretap

Report: Buehrle Receives Offer From Marlins
The Marlins have been aggressive in their pursuit of free agent left-hander Mark Buehrle.

Chicago Tribune

Red Sox Turning Attention Towards Re-Signing Ortiz
David Ortiz has made it clear that he wants to return to the Red Sox and finish his career in Boston.

Joe McDonald/ESPN.com

Matheny May Be Favorite To Manage Cardinals
Mike Matheny may be the front-runner to become the next manager of the Cardinals, writes Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Red Sox, Cubs Will Decide Compensation Next Week
Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington will meet with Cubs president Theo Epstein next week at baseball's general manager meetings in Milwaukee.

Joe McDonald/ESPN.com

Sizemore Looking For One-Year Contract
Grady Sizemore, who had his option declined by the Indians earlier this offseason, is seeking a one-year contract on the free agent market.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Blue Jays Inquire About Madson
Toronto is looking to bolster their bullpen this offseason.

Bob Elliott/Toronto Sun (via Twitter)

Miami's Offers To Free Agents Considered 'Preliminary'
The Marlins are courting Jose Reyes, Albert Pujols, Mark Buehrle and Ryan Madson, but any agreements are a ways off.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Bard Is Boston's Top In-House Option To Close
Daniel Bard may be closing games for the Red Sox when the 2012 season begins following Jonathan Papelbon's departure as a free agent.

MLB.com

White Sox Getting Calls About Danks, Floyd
There has been no shortage of interest in members of the White Sox so far this offseason.

Chicago Tribune

Marlins Close To Deal With Reyes?
They are courting Jose Reyes, in addition to fellow free agents Mark Buehrle and Albert Pujols.

Jorge Sedano/790 AM (via Twitter)

Madson Drawing Interest From Rangers, Red Sox, Nationals
Following Jonathan Papelbon's agreement with the Phillies, reliever Ryan Madson is going to have to find closer-money elsewhere.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Hoyer: No Front-Runner For Cubs Job
Chicago has interviewed four candidates for their managerial vacancy.

ESPN.com

Astros Sale On Meeting Agenda For Next Week
The proposed sale of the Houston Astros from Drayton McLane to Jim Crane is on the agenda for approval when baseball owners meet next week.

Associated Press

Miami Marlins Unveil New Uniforms, Logo, Colors
The Marlins have new uniforms, and new colors---orange, blue, black, and yellow.

ESPN.com

Pujols Gets Offer From Marlins
The Miami Marlins have made a contract proposal to free-agent Albert Pujols.

ESPN.com

Wilson Ramos Rescued By Venezuelan Police
Wilson Ramos was found "safe and sound" and that he was rescued by police.

ESPN.com

Angels GM Dipoto Talks To C.J. Wilson's Agent
Angels GM Jerry Dipoto says he has touched base with the agent for free-agent pitcher C.J. Wilson.

ESPN.com

Torey Lovullo Interviews With Red Sox
Jays coach Torey Lovullo interviewed for the vacant managerial job with the Red Sox on Friday.

ESPN.com

Source: Twins, Carroll Near Deal
Free-agent Jamey Carroll is close to a two-year deal with the Twins.

ESPN.com

Papelbon Agrees To Record Contract With Phillies
Jonathan Papelbon's deal is believed to be four years and close to $50 million with a vesting option for a fifth season.

Boston Globe

Josh Hamilton Has Sports Hernia Surgery
Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton has surgery Friday morning to repair a sports hernia.

ESPN.com

Source: Phils Continue To Show Interest In Papelbon
The Phillies continue to show "serious" interest in closer Jonathan Papelbon.

ESPN.com

Report: Pujols To Meet With Marlins
Albert Pujols and his representatives are to meet with the Marlins as early as this Saturday.

ESPN.com

Top Jewish Ex-Players Join Isreal's WBC Bid
Three Jewish ex-players met this week in LA with israeli baseball officials to help Isreal field a team in next year's WBC.

ESPN.com

Hershiser Serious About Buying Dodgers
Orel Hershiser on Thursday shot down skepticism about the seriousness of their ownership group to buy the Dodgers.

ESPN.com

Pat Burrell's Career Likely Over
Pat Burrell's career is likely over because of a troublesome right foot.

ESPN.com

Marlins Travel To Dominican To Check Out Cespedes
The Cuban outfielder has sparked the interest of the Marlins, Rangers, Blue Jays, Red Sox, Nationals, A's, Indians, Giants, Phillies, Pirates and Yankees.

MLB.com

Investigations Under Way In Ramos Kidnapping
Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos was kidnapped in Venezuela on Wednesday night and officials said they were investigating after finding the vehicle used in the abduction.

MLB.com

Sanchez Ready To Roll With Royals
Jonathan Sanchez, traded from San Francisco to Kansas City this week, is ready to get going with his new team.

Associated Press

No Winter Ball For Aroldis Chapman
The Reds have decided against sending Aroldis Chapman to Puerto Rico.

Cincinnati Enquirer