June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap

Cano, Yankees Unlikely To Soon Reach Deal On Extension
If the Yankees aren't able to sign Robinson Cano to a contract extension, he'll hit the free agent market after this season.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Marmol Was Hurt By Failed Trade To Angels
Carlos Marmol is entering the final year of his contract and hopes to remain with the Cubs.

Bruce Levine/ESPN

Braves Could Use 2013 Salary Flexibility On Future Arbitration Years
Despite adding the Upton brothers to their outfield, the Braves have $10-$12 million remaining to spend for the 2013 season.

Mark Bowman/MLB.com

Hernandez Has Conditional 8th Year In New Deal
If Felix Hernandez needs elbow ligament surgery during his seven-year deal, an eighth-year option will trigger.

Associated Press

Andrus, Rangers Have Discussed Long-Term Deal
Elvis Andrus has two years remaining on his current deal and doesn't appear concerned about any potential negotiations and will let the process play out.

Richard Durrett/ESPN

Harper Arrives At Camp Looking More Muscular
Bryce Harper looked more muscular at 230 pounds when he reported, but figures he will lose at least 10 pounds by the end of spring training.

Associated Press

Balfour To Miss 4-6 Weeks Following Surgery
Grant Balfour has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his right knee to repair a torn meniscus.

Associated Press

Mattingly Names League Dodgers Closer
Brandon League was 6 for 6 in save chances with the Dodgers last season.

ESPN.com

Pujols Ready To Test Knee
Albert Pujols hopes to begin drills in a couple of days to test his repaired right knee.

ESPN.com

Youkilis: 'I'll Always Be a Red Sox'
Kevin Youkilis made his first appearance in Yankees camp on Thursday.

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Cardinals Commit To GM Mozeliak, Matheny
The Cardinals are hoping GM John Mozeliak and manager Mike Matheny will lead the team to a World Series title.

ESPN.com

Andrus Not Worried About Long-Term Deal
Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus is not concerned about any potential negotiations with the club.

ESPN.com

Leyland 'Broken-Hearted' That Valverde Remains Unsigned
Tigers manager Jim Leyland said he is "shocked" that former closer Jose Valverde has not signed with another team.

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Belfour To Have Knee Surgery, Out Four-To-Six Weeks
A's closer Grant Balfour will have arthroscopic right knee surgery on Thursday afternoon.

ESPN.com

Josh Hamilton Ready For LA Temptations
Josh Hamilton is not worried about the temptations he might have in Los Angeles this coming season.

ESPN

King Felix Signs New Deal With M's
Felix Hernandez signed his new seven-year deal with the Mariners on Wednesday.

ESPN.com

Yanks Acquire Shawn Kelly From M's, Place A-Rod On 60-Day DL
The Yankees have acquired RHP Shawn Kelly from the Mariners for outfielder Abraham Almonte.

Press Release

Trout's Speed Should Keep Him From Regressing
Mike Trout hit .326/.399/.564 with 30 home runs in his rookie season, leading many to project him as an early MVP candidate in 2013.

David Schoenfield/ESPN

Halladay Confident He'll Rebound From Rough 2012
Doc Halladay was limited to just 25 starts because of injuries and wasn't as effective as we've come to expect on the mound when he was healthy.

Todd Zolecki/MLB.com

Rivera To Reveal Plans By Opening Day
Mariano Rivera, who tore ligaments in his knee in May, could make the decision as soon as this week.

Andrew Marchand/ESPN

Parnell Will Close For Mets If Francisco Isn't Healthy
Bobby Parnell is coming off his best season as a professional, with a 2.49 ERA, 61 strikeouts and 20 walks.

Anthony DiComo/MLB.com

Wainwright, Cardinals Put Talks On Hold
The Cardinals and Adam Wainwright have put talks regarding a contract extension on hold, but neither side expects many obstacles to a long-term deal.

Associated Press

Pirates Sign Brandon Inge
The Pirates have signed Brandon Inge to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Associated Press

Wilpon: Mets' Financial Woes Are Over
The Mets will have the flexibility to make major moves in coming offseasons.

Adam Rubin/ESPN

Rolen Chooses Not To Attend Reds Camp
Scott Rolen isn't quite ready to retire, despite declining a spring training invitation from the Reds.

Gary Schatz/Associated Press

Montero Denies Involvement With Anti-Aging Clinic
Jesus Montero said he didn't know why his name popped up in the records.

Jose M. Romero/Associated Press

Samardzija Turned Down Extension With Cubs
While Jeff Samardzija turned down a five-year extension with the Cubs this offseason, he wants to remain with the organization for the remainder of his career.

Paul Sullivan/Chicago Tribune

Granderson Stands To Cash In Next Winter
Entering the final year of his contract, it appears unlikely that the Yankees will offer Curtis Granderson a long-term extension before he hits free agency.

Andy McCullough/Star-Ledger

Mattingly Downplays Expectations Surrounding Dodgers
The Dodgers have baseball's highest payroll and enter spring training with high expectations.

Associated Press

A-Rod To Rehab In New York
Alex Rodriguez won't be with the Yankees to start spring training.

Andrew Marchand/ESPN