Brad Lidge was released by the Nationals last June, after struggling to make a comeback from April surgery to repair a sports hernia.
June 2012 - Baseball Wiretap
Brad Lidge Plans To Retire
Sources: Rangers Recently Met With Greinke
The Rangers recently met with Zack Greinke as they hope to sign the top-level free agent, according to sources.
Marlins Won't Trade Stanton At Winter Meetings
Five years ago, the Marlins dealt Miguel Cabrera to the Tigers at a similar juncture.
Phillies Have Reached Out To Chone Figgins
The Phillies have holes at third base and in the outfield and they have reached out to Chone Figgins.
Rangers Interested In R.A. Dickey
If the Mets decide they want to trade R.A Dickey, the Rangers are interested.
Giants Looking At Pagan, Bourn, Victorino
The Giants are looking for a center fielder and are talking to three big free agents.
Dodgers Making Dee Gordon Available
The young shortstop could be a nice fallback option for teams that miss out on Stephen Drew.
Dodgers Unlikely To Pursue Brian Wilson
The Dodgers haven't publicly commented on Brian Wilson, but a source familiar with their thinking said he isn't in the plans.
As Many As Seven Teams Waiting To Meet With Mets About Dickey
New York reportedly increased their contract offer to R.A. Dickey recently, but it appears the trade meetings haven't been canceled to this point.
Fujikawa Signing Could Lead Cubs To Trade Marmol
The Cubs have signed Japanese closer Fujikawa, which could lead to another move.
Sources: Mets Haven't Made Final Offer To Dickey
Negotiations between the Mets and R.A. Dickey are expected to intensify, but no final offer has been made.
Yankees Targeting Catcher, Right Fielder
Russell Martin has signed with the Pirates and Nick Swisher is expected to leave as a free agent looking for more than New York is willing to give him.
Pirates Sign Mike Zagurski
The Pirates have signed Mike Zagurski to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training.
Reports: Cubs Sign Japanese Closer Fujikawa
Kyuji Fujikawa received a two-year, $9.5 million contract from the Cubs.
LaRoche Remains Eager To Stay With Nationals
Adam LaRoche would prefer a three-year deal, something he could easily get elsewhere.
Mets Increase Extension Offer To Dickey
The Mets have increased their offer to R.A. Dickey, but it remains to be seen if it meets what he is looking for in a two-year deal.
Source: Cubs Will Discuss Soriano At Winter Meetings
Chicago has tried to trade and listened to calls for Alfonso Soriano at various times in the past, but he might actually be on the move this time.
Ichiro Tired Of Waiting For Yankees, Talking With 'Multiple Clubs'
Ichiro Suzuki isn't going to wait around for the Yankees to decide if they want to re-sign him as he has begun talking with "multiple clubs," according to his agent.
Tigers Reportedly Pursuing Asdrubal Cabrera
Detroit has also shown interest in Stephen Drew, so they are looking for a shortstop.
Red Sox Won't Rule Out Trading Lester
Ben Cherington wouldn't admit that the Red Sox are open to trading Jon Lester, but he didn't rule out the idea either.
Rays Acquire Mondesi Jr. From Brewers
The Rays have acquired Raul Mondesi Jr. from the Brewers in exchange for Burke Badenhop.
Sources: Phillies Now Pushing For Pagan
After losing out on B.J. Upton, the Phillies are now pushing hard for Angel Pagan, according to sources.
Braves Still Interested In Ludwick, Ross, Victorino
The Braves may have signed B.J. Upton to a five-year, $75 million contract, but that doesn't mean they aren't still in the market for an outfielder.
Giants 'Open' To Long-Term Deal With Posey
The Giants are open to the idea of signing Buster Posey to a long-term contract.
Victorino, Pagan Could Fill Cincinnati's Need For Leadoff Hitter
The Reds are in need of a leadoff hitter and while they will look to acquire one via trade, free agency could become an option if the market drops a bit.
D-Backs Want Andrelton Simmons From Braves For Justin Upton
Andrelton Simmons is a shortstop in the Atlanta system. He entered the 2012 season as the team's fourth-best prospect.
Cubs Remain Focused On Adding Pitching
Chicago has already signed starters Scott Feldman and Scott Baker this offseason.
Astros Claim Perfect Game Pitcher Humber
The Astros have claimed Philip Humber off waivers from the White Sox and agreed to a one-year contract with the pitcher.
Reynolds, Wilson, Jurrjens Among Those Non-Tendered
A number of high-profile players were non-tendered on Friday night, making them free agents with the ability to sign with any team.
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