
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Miguel Cabrera Excited For World Series, Chance To Unwind This Winter


Miguel Cabrera is excited for his second trip to the World Series and first since he was a rookie with the Marlins in 2003.
Nick Punto, Wife Cheer On Cardinals In Game 6


Nick Punto was a member of the 2011 World Series champion Cardinals and the Giants are a division rival of the Dodgers.
Giants Aren't Planning To Trade Lincecum


Tim Lincecum struggled during the 2012 season, but with one year left on his contract the Giants have no plans to trade the former Cy Young winner.
Cardinals 2-0 In NLCS Game 7s Since 2004


The Cardinals and Giants are headed for a Game 7, not something St. Louis envisioned when they won three of the first four games of the series.
Giants Force Game 7 Behind Vogelsong


The Giants avoided elimination once again on Sunday night, beating the Cardinals 6-1.
After Interview With Rockies, Giambi Considered Legitimate Candidate


Jason Giambi has become a legitimate contender for Colorado's vacant managerial position after an impressive interview this past week.
Peavy Could Command $40M Over Three Years


The White Sox will not pick up the $22 million option on Jake Peavy for 2013, but what does that mean for his future?
Mets May Be Willing To Deal Santana


New York would almost certainly have to absorb some of the remaining money on his $22.5 million deal.
Red Sox Turn Attention To Re-Signing Ortiz


Now that they have John Farrell in place as their new manager, they have turned their attention towards re-signing David Ortiz.
Cashman: A-Rod No Longer Untouchable


While trading Alex Rodriguez might be "unrealistic," Brian Cashman says that he would listen to offers for the player -- who he conceded is no longer a superstar.
Shohei Otani Picks MLB Over Turning Pro In Japan
Shohei Otani has a fastball that can hit 100 mph.
Leyland To Use Valverde In World Series, Doesn't Specify Role


Jose Valverde hasn't pitched for the Tigers since he blew a save in the ninth inning of Game 1 against the Yankees.
Andruw Jones Wants To Play Four More Years
Andruw Jones wasn't on the postseason roster of the Yankees and his time with the club appears to be over, but that doesn't mean he's headed for retirement.
Bell Trade May Indicate Marlins Will Retain Guillen


The Marlins traded Heath Bell, who signed with the team as a free agent last winter, to the Diamondbacks in a three-team deal on Saturday night.
Beane Called D-Backs About Young Day After A's Were Eliminated


If Billy Beane did call Kevin Towers the next day, it took them eight days to work out the three-team deal that sent Chris Young to Oakland and Miami's Heath Bell to Arizona.
A's Have No Plans To Move Outfielder After Acquiring Young


The Athletics have a number of outfielders after acquiring Chris Young in a three-team deal with the Diamondbacks and Marlins on Saturday afternoon.
Alomar Considered Favorite For Jays To Replace Farrell


The Blue Jays are in need of a manager after allowing the Red Sox to hire John Farrell.
Yankees Will Issue Qualifying Offer If Rafael Soriano Opts Out


If Rafael Soriano opts out of his contract, as agent Scott Boras as hinted, the Yankees will issue a qualifying offer to the reliever.
Jered Weaver Relied Less On Fastball In 2012


Jered Weaver relied less on his fastball, throwing it just 56.3 percent of the time compared to 61.7 percent last year.
Bochy Joked With Molina: 'Don't Call That Pitch Any More'


Yadier Molina had called for Lance Lynn's curveball on three of the four pitches that Pablo Sandoval had faced.
Farrell Wanted Blue Jays To Release Vizquel In July


John Farrell wanted to release backup infielder Omar Vizquel in July, but Alex Anthopoulos did not want to cut loose a future Hall of Famer, according to a source.
Matt LaPorta Has Hip Surgery


Indians infielder has had surgery on his left hip and will need 3-4 months to recover.
Cano Expecting 10-Year, Top Dollar Contract


Robinson Cano hasn't commented on what type of contract he may be looking for in the future, but some of his teammates have insight.
D-Backs Plan To Use Bell As Setup Man For Putz


Prior to Saturday's trade, Arizona picked up the option on J.J. Putz's deal for 2013.
Chris Young To A's, Heath Bell To D-Backs In Three-Team Deal


The Athletics, Diamondbacks and Marlins have completed a three-team trade that will send Chris Young to Oakland and Heath Bell to Arizona.
Granderson To See Eye Specialist After Strikeout-Heavy Season


This isn't the first time Curtis Granderson's eyes have been an issue.
Sabathia To Undergo Elbow Exam


At some point, CC Sabathia will undergo an elbow exam to be sure that there are no lingering issues going into the offseason.
Rafael Soriano Expected To Reject $14M Option For 2013


Scott Boras has provided a strong indication that Rafael Soriano will reject his $14 million player option with the Yankees for next season.
Red Sox Ask To Speak Directly To Farrell


John Farrell was the Red Sox pitching coach for four years before he left for Toronto after 2010.