In a Spanish-language interview with USA Today, David Ortiz has indicated that money will be the determining factor when he hits the free agent market.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Ortiz 'Open To Anything' After 'Humiliating' Talks With Red Sox
Sources: Royals Willing To Move Broxton
The Royals have signaled to teams that they are willing to move right-hander Jonathan Broxton, according to major league sources.
Sabathia Set For Mid-July Return
CC Sabathia could pitch against the Blue Jays in the middle of July.
Howard May Play Friday Night
Ryan Howard will almost definitely make his season debut on Friday night, according to Ruben Amaro Jr.
Phillies Plan To Contend Through 2016
The Phillies are way out of the playoff picture in the National League as the trade deadline approaches.
McCarthy Would Like To Stay With A's
Brandon McCarthy, who is on the disabled list with a shoulder problem, will be a free agent after the season.
Blue Jays Grant Release To Jamie Moyer
The Blue Jays have released Jamie Moyer, 49, after the left-hander requested the move.
Crawford Was Target Of Racial Slur
Carl Crawford was the target of a heckler that used racial slurs on Thursday night in a rehab appearance for Double-A Portland.
Report: Pedroia Headed To DL With Thumb Injury
Dustin Pedroia will be placed on the 15-day DL with a jammed right thumb.
Dan Haren Goes On DL For First Time
The Angels have placed pitcher Dan Haren on the 15-day DL because of stiffness in his lower back.
Dodgers' Gordon Out Six Weeks
Dodgers shortstop Dee Gordon has a torn ligament in his right thumb and is expected to miss six weeks.
Phillies GM: Howard Nearing Return
Ryan Howard could make his return to the major leagues this weekend.
Giants' Freddy Sanchez Out For Year
The Giants have announced that Freddy Sanchez won't play this season and that he will have back surgery.
Darvish, Freese Win All-Star Vote
Yu Darvish and David Freese were picked for the All-Star Game in online fan voting.
Braves Place Venters On 15-Day DL
The Braves have placed Jonny Venters on the 15-day DL with a left elbow impingement.
Reggie Thinks A-Rod's Numbers Are 'Tainted'
Reggie Jackson thinks all of Alex Rodriguez's numbers are tainted because of his admission to drug use.
Pirates Place Presley On DL, Recall Mercer
The Pirates have place OF Alex Presley on the seven-day DL with a concussion.
Dee Gordon Dislocates Right Thumb
Dodgers shortstop Dee Gordon suffered a dislocated right thumb sliding into third base head first on Wednesday against the Reds.
Dodgers Place Ethier On DL, Activate Ellis
Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier was placed on the 15-day DL Wednesday with a strained left oblique.
Lawyer: Clemens Not 'Naive' Over Fans Reaction
Roger Clemens' reputation will always be tainted by drug-related allegations, according to his lawyer Rusty Hardin.
Yu Darvish To Get Extra Rest
Rangers starter Yu Darvish will not make his final scheduled start of the first half.
Big Papi Hits 400th Home Run
David Ortiz became the 49th player in MLB history to reach the 400 home run milestone on Wednesday against the A's.
Astros Trade Carlos Lee To Marlins For Prospects
The Astros have traded veteran 1B Carlos Lee to the Marlins for 3B Matt Dominguez and P Rob Rasmussen.
Darvish, Freese Leading Final Vote
The winners will earn the 34th and final roster spots for the 83rd All-Star Game on Tuesday in Kansas City.
Mets Recall Jordany Valdespin
The Mets have recalled Jordany Valdespon to the major league roster, while designating left-handed reliever Justin Hampson for assignment.
Yankees Have No Intention Of Entering Race For Hamels
The Yankees have no intention of entering talks for Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels unless the price for the left-hander drops dramatically, according to sources.
Rivals Expect Padres To Trade Quentin
The sale of the Padres will soon be made official and rival executives expect the team to trade Carlos Quentin.
Yankees Add Darnell McDonald
The Yankees have added former Red Sox outfielder Darnell McDonald to their roster.
Halladay Throws Bullpen Session, Shows Progress
Roy Halladay went through a vigorous bullpen session Tuesday before the Phillies played the Mets.
Kemp Goes 2-For-3 With Walk In Rehab Debut
Matt Kemp began his rehab assignment on Tuesday night with a two-hit performance at Class A Rancho Cucamonga.
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