
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Source: Orioles Have Interest In Michael Morse


Baltimore likes Michael Morse's ability to play both first base and the outfield.
Seattle Pushing To Make Felix Hernandez 'Mariner For Life'


While the Mariners are pushing for a deal, the talks are preliminary.
Source: Dickey Likely To Remain With Mets


The Mets spent Monday, the first day of the winter meetings, listening to offers for Dickey.
Six Teams In On Anibal Sanchez


The Tigers remain in contact with Anibal Sanchez, while the Angels and Royals are also interested in the pitcher.
Greinke Likely To Get $150M Contract


Zack Greinke remains one of the most coveted free agents on the market as the winter meetings heat things up this week.
Marlins Trying To Move Yunel Escobar


The Marlins are trying to move Yunel Escobar, who they acquired in a trade with the Blue Jays last month.
Mariners Meet With Josh Hamilton


Josh Hamilton is believed to have met with other teams as well, while the Rangers work hard to re-sign him, the sources added.
Indians Covet Four Prospects In Return For Cabrera


Cleveland is shopping Asdrubal Cabrera at the winter meetings as they look for three to four prospects as part of any deal for the two-time All-Star.
Yankees Open To Trading Granderson


If New York moves his $15 million salary, they'd have the flexibility to do other things as they look to get under the $189 tax threshold by the 2014 season.
Sizemore Had Microfracture Surgery In September


Grady Sizemore, who is a free agent, may not be able to play until midseason.
Agent: Nolasco Wants Trade From Gutted Marlins


Ricky Nolasco is the highest paid player on the team following Miami's blockbuster trade with Toronto last month.
Source: Red Sox Among Eight Teams Pursuing Dickey


R.A. Dickey is under contract for 2013 at $5 million, but New York is serious about trading him if they are unable to come to terms on an extension.
Yankees May Be Showing Interest In Cody Ross


Cody Ross hit .267/.326/.481 with 22 homers and 81 RBI for the Red Sox in 2012 after signing a one-year, $3 million contract.
Source: Phillies, Rockies Have Discussed Fowler


If Colorado is going to trade Dexter Fowler, they'll want pitching in return.
Reds Have Extended Offer To Ludwick


The Reds want to re-sign Ryan Ludwick and they have made him an offer as the winter meetings began on Monday.
Source: Soria, Rangers Nearing Two-Year Deal


Joakim Soria has a 2.40 career ERA -- all with the Royals -- and 160 saves.
Pagan Returning To Giants With Four-Year Deal


Angel Pagan will earn $40 million over the life of the contract, according to a source.
Yankees Now In Market For Third Baseman


The Yankees announced on Monday morning that Alex Rodriguez is headed for labrum surgery and that he'll miss four-to-six months.
Napoli Addition Doesn't Mean Red Sox Won't Pursue Swisher


The Red Sox have reached an agreement on a three-year deal with Mike Napoli, but that doesn't mean they won't continue to pursue Nick Swisher in free agency.
Cubs Will Stick To Theo Epstein's Plan


As the Cubs arrive at the winter meetings, they won't stray from Theo Epstein's rebuilding plan this winter.
Source: Swisher May Wait For Hamilton To Sign


An industry source has indicated that Nick Swisher will wait until fellow free agent Josh Hamilton agrees to a deal before signing with a team.
Marquis, Padres Reach $3M Contract


The Padres are the eighth team Jason Marquis has pitched for in a 13-year big league career.
Napoli, Red Sox Agree To Three-Year Deal


The Red Sox have agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract with Mike Napoli, according to a baseball source.
A-Rod To Undergo Surgery On Labrum, Miss 4-6 Months


The injury likely had an effect on Alex Rodriguez's play during the 2012 postseason.
RealGM Staff Report
Hamilton Heads To Winter Meetings, Claims He's 'Just Visiting'


The Orioles, Mariners, Phillies, Red Sox and Brewers have all been mentioned as potential suitors for Josh Hamilton.
Rays Sign Loney To One-Year, $2M Deal


James Loney was a part of the blockbuster trade between the Red Sox and Dodgers in the second half of the 2012 season.
In Search Of Hitter, Mariners Considering All Options


The Mariners are "in on everybody" as they look for offense, according to a rival executive.
Orioles More Likely To Trade For Slugger Than Sign One


Baltimore has made adding a power hitter their top priority this offseason.
Rays, Nationals Discussing Trade Involving Espinosa, Morse


The basis of the deal would include Tampa Bay sending a starting pitcher to Washington for Danny Espinosa and Michael Morse.