Vernon Wells has retooled his swing ahead of the 2012 season as he looks to reinvigorate his career.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Vernon Wells Retools Swing
Tigers Won't Rule Out Roster Surprise
The Tigers are leaving open the possibility that a long-shot could make their roster out of Spring Training.
Reds Sign Marshall To Three-Year Contract
The left-handed reliever could become the team's closer down the road.
Darvish To Make Rangers Debut March 7
Yu Darvish will make his first Cactus League start on March 7 against the Padres.
Abreu Told He'll Get 400 PAs With Angels
Bobby Abreu is not happy, but he appears resigned to his lesser role with the Angels.
Wilpon Intends To Own Mets For 'Very Long Time'
Fred Wilpon is working to sell minority shares in the Mets, each for a total of $20 million and a four percent stake in the team.
Joel Zumaya Considering Retirement
Joel Zumaya's 2012 season is over because of yet another elbow injury and the reliever is now contemplating retirement.
Francona Calls Boston's Beer Ban A PR Move
Terry Francona doesn't agree with Boston's decision to ban beer from the clubhouse.
Cardinals Giving Greene Chance To Win Job At Second
The Cardinals are giving Tyler Greene a chance to supplant Skip Schumaker as their regular second baseman this season.
A-Rod Offers Jeremy Lin Spot On His Couch
Before getting his own apartment, Jeremy Lin was sleeping on the couches of his brother and teammates.
Zimmerman Still Isn't Highest-Paid Player On Nationals
Jayson Werth will average an $18 million salary over the next six seasons, while Ryan Zimmerman will take home $16.7 million annually.
Hanley All Smiles, Ready To Be Game's Best Third Baseman
There was a lot of talk this winter about whether Hanley Ramirez would accept a move to third base.
Tsuyoshi Wada Misses Bullpen Session
The Baltimore pitcher is dealing with discomfort in his left elbow.
GM: Howard Hasn't Suffered Setback
Ryan Howard will head to Baltimore to have his surgically repaired left Achilles tendon examined.
Torii Hunter Wants To Play 2-3 More Years
Torii Hunter said in September that he'd rather retire than play for a team other than the Angels.
Swisher Won't Seek Contract During Season
The Yankees exercised their $10.5 million option on Nick Swisher's contract for the 2012 season.
Joel Zumaya Done For 2012
Twins reliever Joel Zumaya has a torn ligament in his right elbow and will miss the entire season.
Indians Lose Closer Perez For 4-6 Weeks
Indians closer Chris Perez will miss at least one month and possibly six weeks with a strained left side muscle.
Hamilton Clarifies That 'Loyalty' Is With Rangers
The outfielder added that if he becomes a free agent after this season, the first call he's making is to the Texas front office.
Zumaya's Session Ends Early With Elbow Discomfort
Joel Zumaya cut a session short on Saturday because of discomfort in his inner right elbow.
Diamondbacks Aren't Discussing Trade Of Parra
The Nationals are reportedly interested in Gerardo Parra, but the Diamondbacks aren't currently willing to deal him.
Ethier Reports To Camp, Impatient With Questions About Future
Andre Ethier isn't under contract past the 2012 season.
Brewers To Extend Doug Melvin's Contract
With the Ryan Braun saga behind them, the Brewers are now focused on extending the contract of Doug Melvin.
Howard Suffers Setback In Recovery From Injury
Ryan Howard is leaving Philadelphia's camp for a few days to visit the doctor who did the surgery on his torn left Achilles tendon.
Nursing Abdominal Injury, Lee Will Throw Side Session
Cliff Lee will throw a side bullpen session Sunday when Philadelphia's pitchers throw to hitters for the first time in camp.
Nationals, Zimmerman Agree To $100M Extension
Ryan Zimmerman could earn up to $150 million if he remains with the Nationals through the 2020 season.
Cain Looking For 'Fair Value' In Extension Talks
The Giants aren't close to agreeing to a contract extension with Matt Cain.
A-Rod Credits Health To Treatment Recommended By Kobe
Alex Rodriguez feels good this spring and credits his health to a special treatment suggested by NBA All-Star Kobe Bryant.
Hideki Matsui Isn't Close To Signing Deal
The slugger will likely wait and see how Spring Training plays out and which team might have a need for him.
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