
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Cubs: 'Nothing To Report' On Dempster Trade


Despite reports that he has been traded to the Braves, Ryan Dempster is still a member of the Cubs.
Maholm Finds Rumor Of Return To Pirates 'Ironic'


The Pirates are reportedly interested in trading for Paul Maholm.
Mariners Demote Justin Smoak


The Mariners demoted Justin Smoak after his fourth-straight hitless game on Monday night.
Indians Don't Want To Rebuild, But Could Sell


Cleveland wants to contend next season, so there's no urgency to trade away all of their players.
Pirates Linked To Chase Headley


The Pirates have asked about Chase Headley, but it would take a "significant package of prospects" to acquire him.
Rays Have Interest In Ryan Roberts


Ryan Roberts could play third base for Tampa Bay with Evan Longoria still sidelined.
Orioles Have Had Talks About Acquiring Corner Infielder


In the past few weeks, the Orioles have had talks about San Diego's Chase Headley, Philadelphia's Placido Polanco and Chicago's Bryan LaHair.
Marlins Open To Trading Hanley Ramirez


Hanley Ramirez has two years and $31.5 million remaining after 2012.
Colby Lewis Done For Season


Colby Lewis said doctors told him it could be nine to 12 months before he's 100 percent healthy.
Garza Likely To Miss Next Start


Matt Garza, who is dealing with triceps soreness in his right arm, is not expected to make his next scheduled start.
Ichiro Relieved By Standing Ovation At Safeco


Ichiro Suzuki was traded to the Yankees just hours before the team opened a three-game series against the Mariners in Seattle.
Tigers Acquire Infante, Sanchez From Marlins


The Tigers have acquired Omar Infante and Anibal Sanchez from the Marlins in exchange fo Jacob Turner and two prospects.
Ichiro Suzuki Traded To Yankees


The Yankees will receive Ichiro Suzuki and cash for D.J. Mitchell and Danny Farquhar.
Blue Jays Still Looking For Starting Pitcher


Alex Anthopoulos may not be done dealing despite acquiring J.A. Happ from the Astros last week.
Dodgers, Phillies Have Discussed Victorino Trade


The Dodgers are looking to add before the deadline and have had discussions on Shane Victorino.
Washington: Trout Is 'Not Willie Mays'


Ron Washington believes the comparisons of Mike Trout to Hall of Fame players have become excessive.
Red Sox Showing Interest In Josh Johnson


It was reported earlier Monday that Boston and Detroit were both scouting Miami's Anibal Sanchez.
Talks Between Phillies, Hamels Entering Sensitive Phase


The two sides took a brief hiatus over the weekend.
Braves Close To Trade For Ryan Dempster


Ryan Dempster has a 2.11 ERA this season in 98.0 innings of work.
Brewers Might Be Ready To Sell At Deadline


The Reds swept the Brewers this weekend, which might force Milwaukee to sell prior to the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline.
Dodgers May Shift Focus To Morneau, Shields


If the asking price for Ryan Dempster remains too high, the Dodgers will shift their trade focus to Justin Morneau, James Shields and Matt Garza.
Pirates Waiting For Phillies To Decrease Price For Victorino


Philadelphia is believed to be asking for a lot for Shane Victorino.
Tigers, Red Sox Scouting Anibal Sanchez


Anibal Sanchez has a 3.96 ERA in July following a rough month of June.
Rangers Won't Trade Top Prospect Jurickson Profar


Jurickson Profar, 19, is currently playing shortstop for the Double-A Frisco RoughRiders.
Miguel Cabrera Hits Career Homers 299, 300


Miguel Cabrera hit two home runs on Sunday, the 299th and 300th of his career.
Back Tightness Forces Oswalt To Miss Start


Roy Oswalt will visit a doctor on Monday, but is not expected to land on the disabled list.
Harvey To Make Debut For Mets Thursday


Mets pitching prospect Matt Harvey will debut Thursday in a start against the Diamondbacks.
Larkin, Santo Inducted Into Hall Of Fame


Barry Larkin and Ron Santo were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York on Sunday.
Aramis Ramirez Not Bothered By Trade Rumors


The Brewers have fallen further out of the National League Central race, and Aramis Ramirez doesn't have any no-trade protection.