New York claimed the veteran catcher on waivers.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Rivera 'Fine' After Long-Toss Session
Mariano Rivera took part in a long-toss session on Monday afternoon before the Yankees faced off against the Rangers.
Rangers To Consider Promoting Profar
When the Rangers go back to a four-man bench they could promote Double-A infielder Jurickson Profar.
Bourn Expected To Test Free Agent Market
Michael Bourn appears unlikely to re-sign with the Braves because his price tag is too high for the club.
Konerko Fine After Concussion Evaluation
Paul Konerko will begin physical activities on Tuesday after undergoing a concussion evaluation the day before.
Braves To Use Six-Man Rotation
Fredi Gonzalez said he'll pick the best five starters at the end of August.
Giants Activate Pablo Sandoval
Pablo Sandoval, who was 0-for-1 against Washington, is hitting .298 with eight home runs and 33 RBI this season.
30-Team MLB Scoop, August 13th Edition
The Braves will use a six-man rotation, Andre Ethier's home run drought, Alex Rodriguez's $38 million house and a possible Jurickson Profar promotion.
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Gardenhire Plans To Fulfill Contract With Twins
In his 11th season as manager of the Twins, Ron Gardenhire has one year left on his current contract.
Rockies Sign Luis Castro For $50,000
The Venezuelan shortstop initially signed with the Blue Jays for $800,000 in July, but the contract was voided due to health concerns.
Saunders Could Become Waiver Trade Target
If the Diamondbacks decide they can't make the playoffs, Joe Saunders could become an interesting trade chip.
Source: Strasburg To Miss 2-3 Regular-Season Starts
Stephen Strasburg is 13-5 with a 2.90 ERA and is tied for National League lead in strikeouts with 166.
Johnny Pesky Passes Away At Age 92
Red Sox legend Johnny Pesky passed away on Monday at the age of 92.
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Home Runs Up 8.68 Percent Over Last Year
Major League teams are averaging 1.018 home runs per game this season.
Sabathia Tried To Avoid DL Stint
The Yankees placed CC Sabathia on the disabled list on Saturday, but the left-hander tried to avoid the move.
Strasburg May Throw As Many As 180 Innings
Stephen Strasburg's original limit was believed to be 160 innings.
Pirates Won't Promote Cole This September
The Pirates are looking towards the postseason, not how first-round pick Gerrit Cole might preform in the Major Leagues.
Mets Not Sold On Davis As First Baseman Of Future
Ike Davis has hit 20 home runs this season, but is hitting just .217 and averages a strikeout per 3.56 at-bats.
Blue Jays Will Look To Upgrade Rotation This Offseason
The Blue Jays don't have as many holes to plug this offseason as they have in the past.
Rays Have Been Hard To Score Against Lately
The Rays have won eight of their last 11 to surge into the Wild Card lead along with the Orioles.
Giants Second In NL In Runs Since All-Star Break
The Giants are second in the National League in runs scored since the All-Star break, behind just the Nationals.
Inge To Have MRI On Dislocated Shoulder
The Athletics third baseman was hurt Saturday making a diving stop against the White Sox.
Padres Sign Kotsay Through 2013
San Diego likes Mark Kotsay's left-handed bat off the bench and his place in the clubhouse.
David Ortiz Unable To Run Without Pain
David Ortiz had targeted Sunday for his return from an Achilles injury.
Damon Could Be A Fit For Braves
The Braves are looking for a left-handed pinch hitter, making him a potential target.
Rays Scoring More Since Longoria's Return
In the first four games since his return, Tampa Bay is 4-0 and has scored 6.5 times per contest.
Indians Release Jose Lopez
Jose Lopez appeared in 66 games for Cleveland this year, playing third base and seeing some time at first and second.
Middlebrooks Won't Need Wrist Surgery
Will Middlebrooks has a broken wrist, but the Red Sox received some good news on Sunday.
Konerko Won't Travel To Toronto
Paul Konerko will not travel with the White Sox on their road trip to Toronto because of a concussion.
Sabathia Targets Minimum Stay On DL
CC Sabathia is only planning to remain on the disabled list for the minimum amount of time.
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