July 2011 - Baseball Wiretap

Cashman: Maybe Chavez Should Have Started Over A-Rod In Playoffs
Alex Rodriguez went 2-for-18 in the five-game loss to the Tigers.

New York Daily News

Report: Rangers Interested In Grady Sizemore
The Indians declined Grady Sizemore's $9 million option for 2012, making him a somewhat coveted free agent.

Dallas Morning News

Astros Sale To Be Approved Thursday
The proposed sale of the Houston Astros from Drayton McLane to Jim Crane is expected to be approved on Thursday by major league owners.

ESPN.com

Red Sox, Cubs Still Discussing Compensation
Theo Epstein left as the general manager of the Red Sox to become the president of the Cubs.

Bruce Levine/ESPN.com

Marlins President Addresses Jose Reyes Talk
The Marlins have faced Jose Reyes many times in the National League East.

Adam Rubin/ESPN.com

Cashman Meets With Agent For Wilson, Oswalt
The Yankees haven't yet extended an offer to C.J. Wilson or Roy Oswalt.

Wallace Matthews/ESPN.com

Cardinals Expect To Meet With Pujols This Week
Albert Pujols rebounded from a slow start and a midseason wrist injury to hit .299 with 37 homers and 99 RBIs.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN.com

Sources: MLB Labor Deal Close
Major League Baseball negotiators are on the precipice of a new labor deal that will dramatically alter the landscape of the sport.

Jayson Stark/ESPN.com

Miami's Offer To Reyes Said To Be For Six Years
Jose Reyes has a six-year, $90 million offer on the table from Miami.

MLB.com

Giants Looking To Lock Up Lincecum
The biggest goal of the Giants this winter appears to be signing pitcher Tim Lincecum to a long-term contract.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated

Blue Jays Offer Minaya Scouting Position
Omar Minaya is believed to be weighing other offers as well.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Reds Move Opener Up One Day
The team moved their 2012 opener to avoid conflicts with downtown vendors who sponsor the annual downtown parade and Good Friday observances.

Associated Press

Dodgers Sign Mark Ellis To Two-Year Deal
The Dodgers have finalized their signing of free-agent second baseman Mark Ellis to a two-year, $8.75 million contract.

Tony Jackson/ESPN.com

Orioles Bring Back Cartoon Birds On Hats
The Orioles are bringing back the cartoon bird for their caps as part of a uniform change for the upcoming season.

Associated Press

Mets GM Doesn't Expect Quick Reyes Resolution
Mets general manager Sandy Alderson has spoken with the representatives for Jose Reyes recently.

Adam Rubin/ESPN.com

Verlander Unanimously Wins AL Cy Young
Justin Verlander went 24-5 with 250 strikeouts during the 2011 season.

ESPN.com

Duncan Expected To Stay With Cardinals
The club expects to announce its full roster of coaches by the end of the week.

MLB.com

Hanley Ramirez Not Pleased With Prospect Of Changing Positions
The Marlins could move Hanley Ramirez to another position if they are able to sign shortstop Jose Reyes.

Clark Spencer/Miami Herald (via Twitter)

Padres Don't Believe They'll Re-Sign Bell
San Diego has offered Heath Bell a two-year deal, but he can get more elsewhere.

Jon Heyman/Sports Illustrated (via Twitter)

Francisco Cordero Drawing Interest From Multiple Teams
Reds closer Francisco Cordero is drawing interest from a number of teams on the free agent market.

MLB.com

Sources: Tigers Interested In Prado
The Tigers could trade outfielder Delmon Young for the right second baseman.

Jon Paul Morosi/FOX Sports

Angels Express Interest In C.J. Wilson
Los Angeles general manager Jerry DiPoto had an extended meeting with the agent for C.J. Wilson to express the team's interest in him.

ESPN.com

Cubs Will Give Zambrano Another Chance
The Cubs will give Carlos Zambrano a chance to return to the team as a pitcher next season.

Bruce Levine/ESPN.com

Agent: Aramis Ramirez Won't Return To Cubs
Paul Kinzer, who is attending this week's general managers meetings, said he will meet with other clubs this week about the third baseman.

Bruce Levine/ESPN.com

Boras: Fielder Is A Younger Alternative To Pujols
Agent Scott Boras has begun making his case for Prince Fielder as this winter's top free agent over Albert Pujols.

Associated Press

McCourt Tells Fans He's 'Very, Very Sorry'
Dodgers owner Frank McCourt apologized to the team's fans on Monday as his tenure with the franchise comes to an end.

Ramona Shelburne/ESPN.com

Kimbrel, Hellickson Win Top Rookie Awards
Braves closer Craig Kimbrel and Rays starter Jeremy Hellickson were named the winners of this year's Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Awards.

MLB.com

Brewers Holding Off On Offer To Fielder
Brewers general manager Doug Melvin might meet with agent Scott Boras this week to discuss Prince Fielder and the free-agent market.

Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

Could Phillies Decide To Trade Hamels?
The Phillies have a decision to make regarding Cole Hamels, who will be eligible for free agency next fall.

Buster Olney/ESPN.com

Sources: Sides Close To Approving Draft Tweaks
The agreement could restrain signing bonuses and eliminate first-round draft pick compensation.

Buster Olney/ESPN.com