Aroldis Chapman is focused more on control and command than speed this season.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Chapman Reducing Velocity To Succeed As Starter
Garcia Injury Muddles New York's Rotation
An injury to the right hand of Freddy Garcia has complicated the immediate future of New York's starting rotation.
Report: Darvish May Be Making Illegal Pitches
There is some concern that Yu Darvish is making illegal pitches by wiping sweat off his brow and then touching the ball without leaving the mound.
No Movement In Talks Between Phillies, Hamels
The left-hander will be a free agent after the season.
Doubront In Lead For Boston's Fifth Spot
The race for the two final spots in Boston's starting rotation hasn't formally ended, but Daniel Bard and Felix Doubront are in the lead.
Jose Reyes Gets Razzed By Old Teammates
Marlins shortstop Jose Reyes was fielding text messages from his former teammates on Thursday.
Utley Continues To Sit As Season Nears
Chase Utley has not played a single inning in spring training games with Opening Day just three weeks away.
Red Sox Get Kurcz To Complete Compensation For Epstein
The Red Sox get pitcher Aaron Kurcz as the player to be named to complete their compensation for Theo Epstein.
Nationals' Wang Strains Hamstring
Nationals pitcher Chien-Ming Wang strained his left hamstring on Thursday colliding with Russell Martin of the Yankees.
Rangers Send Kelvin De La Cruz Back To Indians
The Rangers have traded Kelvin D La Cruz back to the Indians for cash considerations.
Crawford Likely To Swing Bat Soon
Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine expects Carl Crawford to begin swinging the bat in the next couple of days.
Halladay Rips Report, Says He's Fine
Roy Halladay says he's not injured and criticized a report suggesting something may be wrong with him because he's been struggling in camp.
Upton, Jennings OK After Collision
Outfielders B.J. Upton and Desmond Jennings collided at full speed during Wednesday's game with the Marlins.
Royals, Escobar Agree To Multi-Year Deal
The Royals and shortstop Alcides Escobar have reached an agreement on a multi-year contract.
Posey's First Spring Hit A Home Run
Buster Posey homered Wednesday against the Indians, his first hit since his ankle injury on May 25.
Howard Cleared For Light Exercise
Ryan Howard has been cleared to do some light exercise in a walking boot.
Nationals Aren't Actively Shopping Lannan
Despite numerous reports to the contrary, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo says the team is not actively shopping John Lannan.
Sources: Phillies Looking For Infield Help
They already have a ton of infielders in camp, but Philadelphia is monitoring the trade market for depth.
Jennings, Upton Collide In Outfield
Rays outfielders Desmond Jennings and B.J. Upton were carted off after colliding in left-center field on Wednesday against the Marlins.
Indians Restructure Carmona's Contract
The Indians have restructured the contract of starter Roberto Hernandez, the pitcher formerly known as Fausto Carmona.
Wright Wants To Play On Opening Day
David Wright, who suffered a small tear in one of his left abdominal muscles, is hoping to play on Opening Day.
Rollins Isn't Sure If Howard Will Play This Year
Jimmy Rollins isn't so confident that the Phillies will have slugger Ryan Howard this season.
Control Issues Plague Yu In Second Start
Yu Darvish walked four batters and allowed three hits, but credited catcher Yorvit Torrealba for saving the outing.
Report: Magic Johnson's Group Leads Bidding For Dodgers
Only five bidders remain in the race to purchase the Los Angeles Dodgers and the largest offer so far is $1.6 billion.
Tigers, Red Sox Seem Focused On Lannan
The Nationals are expected to deal John Lannan before the start of the season.
Michael Wuertz To Hold Workout Next Week
The Twins are expected to take a look at the free-agent reliever.
Angels, Aybar Will Negotiate During Season
Erick Aybar wants to spend his career with the Angels, but he's only under contract for 2012.
Expanded Replay On Hold Until 2013
Major League Baseball says expanded replay is out for this season, with the goal now to put extra looks in play for 2013.
Report: Casden Rejected As Bidder For Dodgers
Major League ownership committees held meetings with bidders still in the running on Monday in Phoenix and Alan Casden was not invited.
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