
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Cano Won't Give Yankees Discount, Willing To Sign Elsewhere


Robinson Cano said that he would "love" to remain a Yankee for life, he also added: "I know this is a business ... It’s up to them."
Yankees Concerned About Pierzynski's Defense


New York considers A.J. Pierzynski only an average defender, but they may be in the market for an established catcher after Russell Martin signed with Pittsburgh.
Ludwick Gets $15M From Cincinnati


The contract agreement that Ryan Ludwick reached with the Reds on Friday is worth $15 million over two years, according to a source.
A-Rod To Have Surgery In January, 'Fully Committed' To Return


It's expected that Alex Rodriguez could be sidelined until the All-Star break.
Rangers Trade Michael Young To Phillies


The Rangers have sent veteran Michael Young to the Phillies for pitchers Josh Lindblom and Lisalverto Bonilla.
Reds, Ludwick Reach Terms On New Deal


Ryan Ludwick had declined a mutual $5 million option for 2013.
Ortiz Happy To Be Free Of Valentine In Boston


David Ortiz seemed to be as close to an ally as Bobby Valentine had on the roster until the then-manager questioned the slugger's desire to play.
Pedro 'Open' To Future Job With Red Sox


It may not be long before Pedro Martinez rejoins the Red Sox in some capacity.
Rockies Have Been Asked About Carlos Gonzalez


Quite a few teams inquired with the Rockies about Carlos Gonzalez at the winter meetings in Nashville.
Mets Valuing Dickey More In Trade Than Extension Talks


The Mets aren't making much progress on a contract extension with R.A. Dickey, who is set to make $5 million in 2013 coming off a Cy Young season.
Did Rafael Soriano Make A Mistake By Opting Out?


Rafael Soriano opted out of his contract with the Yankees after the season. He would have made $14 million in 2013 had he remained with the team.
Report: Phillies Rejected Ellsbury-For-Lee Offer


The Red Sox made a few moves at the winter meetings, signing Mike Napoli and Shane Victorino, but they could have made even more headlines in Nashville.
Dodgers Have Until Sunday Afternoon To Sign Ryu


The Dodgers only have until Sunday afternoon to meet their deadline to sign Korean free agent Ryu Hyun-jin.
Dempster Turns Down $25M From Red Sox


The Red Sox made a two-year, $25 million offer to Ryan Dempster, but the pitcher and his agent rejected it, according to a source.
A's Lose Brandon McCarthy To D-Backs


A Phoenix radio station is reporting that free agent pitcher Brandon McCarthy has agreed to a two-year, $15.5M deal with the Diamondbacks.
Gardner, Yankees Avoid Arbitration With One-Year Deal


Brett Gardner was arbitration-eligible for the second time and earned $2.8 million in 2012.
Bourn Looking For $17M Annually


Michael Bourn is looking for $17 million a year if B.J. Upton got $15 million annually from the Braves.
Tigers Reportedly Targeting Closer In Trade


The Tigers are reportedly targeting a "reliever capable of closing" in a trade.
Braves, Indians, Mariners, Phillies Inquire About Dee Gordon


Seattle would keep Dee Gordon in the infield, but Atlanta, Cleveland and Seattle would all apparently move him to the outfield.
Reds, Rockies Discussing Fowler


Colorado discussed Dexter Fowler with Philadelphia, but those talks never got serious and the Phillies opted to trade for Ben Revere.
Average Salary Hits Record $3.2M


Major League Baseball's average salary increased 3.8 percent this year to a record $3.2 million.
Sources: Mariners Serious About Hamilton


Seattle has discussed three-year deals with Josh Hamilton in the range of $20 million to $25 million per season, according to Major League sources.
Yankees Inquired About Dickey, But Deal Unlikely


A trade between the two New York teams appears unlikely as the Rangers are thought to be the most likely trade destination should the Mets decide to go down that path.
Indians, Yankees Battling For Youkilis


New York has offered him a one-year, $12 million deal, while Cleveland has a two-year contract worth between $16 million and $18 million on the table.
Source: LaRoche Unlikely To Get More Than Two-Year Deal


The Nationals want to re-sign LaRoche and the belief has been that he wants to return to Washington as well.
Yankees Open To Dealing Granderson, Hughes, Nova


The Yankees have holes in their roster, but they also want to minimize future payroll obligations.
Greinke May Prefer Rangers, May Not Chase Money


Zack Greinke once turned down $100 million from the Nationals to remain on a two-year deal with the Brewers.
Hamilton Holding Out For Longer Contract


The Rangers and Josh Hamilton were rumored to be nearing a four-year, $108 million deal this week, but Hamilton wants at least six years.
Sources: Dodgers Confused, Frustrated By Greinke Talks


Heading into the winter meetings the belief was that the Dodgers were the favorite to sign Zack Greinke, but that is no longer the case.