The right-hander has nerve irritation that has caused weakness in his pitching shoulder.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Chris Carpenter Out Indefinitely
Tigers Being Cautious With Miguel Cabrera
Miguel Cabrera broke a bone below his right eye less than a week ago.
Nationals May Begin Season Without Storen
With Opening Day less than two weeks away, the Nationals might have to start the season without closer Drew Storen.
Rangers Introduce $26 Hot Dog At Ballpark
The Rangers have introduced a two-foot long, one-pound hot dog for $26 at their ballpark.
Utley Returns, But Phillies Provide No Updates
Chase Utley is expected to address the media on Sunday.
Cubs Suddenly Have Thin Bullpen
Kerry Wood is dealing with a back issue and Marcos Mateo with elbow discomfort.
Madson Has Torn Elbow Ligament, Will Miss Season
The Reds signed Ryan Madson to be their closer this offseason.
Posey Survives First Close Play At Plate
Buster Posey's 2011 season ended on May 26 when he fractured his fibula and tore the ligaments in his lower left leg following a home-plate collision.
Morales Hits First Home Run Since 2010
The last time Kendrys Morales hit a home run, he broke his left ankle by jumping onto home plate in celebration.
Halladay To Start Opener, Hamels Gets Home Nod
Cole Hamels will be the fourth pitcher to start for the Phillies to begin the season.
Morneau's Future Likely At Designated Hitter
The Twins will be happy as long as Justin Morneau is in the lineup.
Dunn To Seek Advice From Ventura, Baines
Adam Dunn plans to pick the brains of Robin Ventura and Harold Baines this season.
Report: Three Bidders Remain For Dodgers
The group led by Magic Johnson, Rams owner Stan Kroenke and billionaire Steven Cohen are alive in the race.
Chipper Jones To Have Knee Surgery
Chipper Jones will have arthroscopic surgery Monday to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee.
Joba's Ankle Dislocation Was Gruesome
Joba Chamberlain suffered an open dislocation of his right ankle while playing with his son on a trampoline.
Reds Haven't Decided On Chapman's Role
The Reds have not decided whether Aroldis Chapman will begin the season in the bullpen or as a part of the starting rotation.
Angels Will Begin Season With Four Starters
The Angels will carry four starters and seven relievers until mid-April.
Kinsler, Rangers Discuss Long-Term Deal
Jay Franklin, the agent for Ian Kinsler, met with the Rangers on Friday to discuss the possibility of a long-term deal for the second baseman.
Dempster To Start Opener For Cubs
Ryan Dempster will start on Opening Day for the Cubs for the second straight season.
Torre Returns As Vice President Of MLB
Joe Torre stepped down to join a group trying to buy the Dodgers three months ago.
Royals Lose Soria For 2012 Season
The Royals will be without reliever Joakim Soria for the 2012 season after he undergoes reconstructive elbow surgery.
Bobby Jenks Charged With Five Misdemeanors
Red Sox pitcher Bobby Jenks was arrested Friday morning and charged with five misdemeanors.
Joba Injured On Trampoline
Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain suffered an open dislocation of his right ankle playing with his son Thursday.
Cardinals To Wear Gold-Trimmed Jersey, Caps For Opener
In addition to receiving their World Series rings on April 14, the club will wear special gold-trimmed jerseys and caps.
Dunn Hits Two Homers As Turnaround Continues
Adam Dunn has four home runs this spring after hitting just 11 last season.
Mattingly: Dodgers Should Be Contending Every Year
Don Mattingly believes the Dodgers should be thriving in part because of their place in a big market.
Orioles Shopping Gregg, Reynolds
Mark Reynolds has struck out 200 times in three of the last four seasons.
Michael Wuertz Throws For 15 Teams
Michael Wuertz threw for half of baseball on Thursday.
Phillies Not Motivated To Move Blanton
The Phillies like the depth that Joe Blanton gives their rotation.
Giants Still Deciding Where To Play Belt
Brandon Belt has logged significant time at three positions this spring as the Giants look for the right spot for him.
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