If the Angels don't have an everyday position for Bobby Abreu, he wants the team to trade him by Opening Day.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Abreu Tells Angels: Play Me Everyday Or Trade Me
Kemp Doesn't Want MVP If Braun Is Guilty
Matt Kemp says he doesn't believe he should be given the National League MVP award if Ryan Braun is stripped of the title.
Cubs Told Prospect They Weren't Courting Pujols, Fielder
The Cubs informed first base prospect Bryan LaHair this offseason that they didn't intend on trying to sign Albert Pujols or Prince Fielder.
Pudge Rodriguez Working Out, Hopes To Play
Ivan Rodriguez, 40, is working out daily to keep himself in shape as he hopes for a chance to play this season.
Tracy Has 'Indefinite' Extension With Rockies
The new deal at the very least includes the 2013 season and both sides hope there are many more years beyond that.
Matsuzaka Throws Bullpen, Not Expected To Pitch This Spring
Daisuke Matsuzaka was limited to eight games (seven starts) in 2011 and ultimately had Tommy John surgery.
Francona, Henry Talk For First Time Since Split
Red Sox owner John Henry spoke with Terry Francona on Monday for the first time since the manager departed following a disastrous end to the 2011 season.
Pujols Doesn't Regret Leaving Cardinals
Albert Pujols has reported to Spring Training with a team other than the Cardinals for the first time in his career.
Molina Won't Give Cardinals Hometown Discount
Yadier Molina enters Spring Training seeking a contract extension as he approaches the final year of his deal.
Crawford Says Opening Day Is Possible
Carl Crawford was an early arrival for the Red Sox so that the club can monitor his surgically repaired left wrist.
Strasburg Won't Skip Starts, But Will Be Limited To 150-160 Innings
The Nationals followed the same path with Jordan Zimmermann.
Burnett Lost Confidence During Time With Yankees
A.J. Burnett is grateful for his time in New York, but says he allowed too many people to tinker with him during his time with the Yankees.
Niese Gets Nose Job At Beltran's Urging
Carlos Beltran told Jon Niese before he was traded by the Mets last summer that the pitcher needed "a new nose."
Rivera Hints At Retirement, Won't Reveal Plans
Mariano Rivera broke the all-time saves record last season.
Source: Yankees, Ibanez Agree To Deal
With incentives, Raul Ibanez could make up to $4 million in 2012.
Giants Tell Posey Not To Block The Plate
A violent collision at home plate ended Buster Posey's season in May last season.
Manny Agrees To Join A's
Manny Ramirez told ESPN's Pedro Gomez on Monday that he has agreed to a deal with the Athletics.
Strasburg Wants Nationals To Be Able To Rely On Him
Stephen Strasburg has reported to Spring Training this year without the restrictions he had in 2011.
Giants Pleased With Posey's First Spring Workout
He didn't feel any pain in the leg that was mangled in a season-ending home-plate collision last May 25.
Sabathia Reports 10 To 15 Pounds Lighter
CC Sabathia reported at the same weight in 2011 and won 13 of his first 17 decisions.
Yankees, Ibanez Have Had Framework Of Deal For Weeks
Raul Ibanez is expected to sign a deal worth about $1 million plus incentives.
Phillies Wanted Angels To Facilitate Trade With Yankees
The Phillies wanted to send Joe Blanton to the Angels for Bobby Abreu, who they then would have offered the Yankees for A.J. Burnett.
Vogelsong's Spring Delayed By Back Strain
Ryan Vogelsong wants to be cautious so the injury won't bother him during the season.
GM: Wright's Future Independent Of Club's Performance
After dealing with the uncertain futures of Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran in his first year as general manager of the Mets, Sandy Alderson now has to deal with David Wright.
Damon No Longer An Option For Yankees
Johnny Damon is no longer considering a return to the Yankees.
Morales Thinks He'll Be Ready By Opening Day
Kendrys Morales says his left ankle feels "a lot better" than it did last spring, when a series of setbacks cost him all of the 2011 season.
Phillies, Kendrick Reach Two-Year Deal
The Phillies have agreed to a two-year, $7.5 million contract with Kyle Kendrick.
Mike Cameron Retires After 17 Seasons
Mike Cameron has decided to retire after 17 seasons, an All-Star appearance and three Gold Gloves.
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