Cal Ripken, Jr., who played a portion of his career alongside his brother, is looking forward to watching B.J. and Justin Upton as teammates with the Braves.
July 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Ripken Thinks Uptons Will Motivate One Another
Selig Envisions True 'World' Series
Bud Selig hopes the World Baseball Classic will eventually lead to a true "World" Series and growing interest in the game across the globe.
Trout's Agent Implies He Wanted $1M Salary
The figure would have been the largest ever paid to a player with fewer than two years of service.
Michael Young Thinks He Can Improve Defensive Range
Michael Young says he was too high in his setup, leading to his first step being too slow and balls rocketing by him.
Team USA In Trouble After Loss To Mexico
The United States is in trouble after losing to Mexico in their first game of the World Baseball Classic on Friday night.
Kemp Facing Mental Hurdles During Rehab
Matt Kemp is dealing with some mental hurdles as his prepares for the season coming off shoulder surgery.
Mejia Diagnosed With Hyperactive Thyroid
Jenrry Mejia has been cleared to resume baseball activities after being diagnosed with a hyperactive thyroid gland..
Josh Johnson Retires All 11 Batters Faced
Josh Johnson threw more than three perfect innings against the Braves on Friday afternoon.
Jeter Claims Ankle Is Fully Healed
Derek Jeter batted in a simulated game against Andy Pettitte on Friday.
Cardinals Reward Craig With Five-Year Deal
The Cardinals have signed Allen Craig to a five-year, $31 million deal that could be worth $43 million over six seasons.
Spring Training To The Troops, Part 2
Struggling with an exercise during Combative Training, Jose Tolentino gets a little push from Heath Bell.
Tigers Hearing From Teams About Pitching Surplus
Dave Dombrowski hasn't indicated whether or not the Tigers are close to a trade, but admitted that calls have been exchanged.
Crawford: Boston Media 'The Worst Thing I've Ever Experienced'
Carl Crawford, who is preparing for his first full season with the Dodgers, looks back on his time with the Red Sox with regret.
Padres Beginning To Listen To Offers For Headley
Chase Headley drove in 115 runs last year and will be a free agent after the 2014 season.
Yankees Not Inclined To Hit Panic Button, Make Trades
The Yankees will be without Curtis Granderson and Mark Teixeira into May, Alex Rodriguez for at least the first half of the season and Derek Jeter is coming off ankle surgery.
Jackson Could Take Over For Furcal At Shortstop
Rafael Furcal will miss the 2013 season because of Tommy John surgery, leaving the Cardinals with a hole at shortstop.
Phillies, Nationals Exchange Purpose Pitches In Clearwater
It's only spring training, but the Phillies and Nationals extended their rivalry to Clearwater on Wednesday as a number of purpose pitches were thrown in an exhibition game.
Jones Confident Braves Will Survive Without Him
Chipper Jones is no longer an active member of the Braves, but the longtime third baseman is confident that the franchise will survive without him.
Dominican Republic Beats Venezuela In WBC
Hanley Ramirez homered to help lead the Dominican Republic past Venezuela 9-3 on Thursday night.
Lawrie Off Canada's WBC Roster With Rib Injury
Brett Lawrie is off Canada's WBC roster because of a rib injury.
Tate Won't Report To Padres For 'Personal Reasons'
Padres prospect Donovan Tate will not report to spring training on Friday for "personal reasons."
Crawford Hopeful To Still Play In Opener
Carl Crawford isn't ready yet to rule himself out for Opening Day.
Teixeira Will Not Rush Back From Wrist Injury
Mark Teixeira will not rush back from his wrist injury because he does not want to risk having surgery.
White Sox, Chris Sale Agree To Five-Year Deal
The White Sox and pitcher Chris Sale have agreed on a new five-year contract extension.
Rivera To Retire After 2013 Season
Yankees closer Mariano Rivera is expected to announce Saturday that he will retire after the upcoming season, according to sources.
Doug Melvin Still Numb From Scorpion Sting
Brewers GM Doug Melvin's arm is still numb after being stung by a scorpion in his condo on Wednesday.
Furcal Needs Elbow Surgery
Shortstop Rafael Furcal will undergo Tommy John surgery in his right elbow and expects to miss the 2013 season.
Cuba Beats Japan In WBC, Wins Group A
Cuba beat Japan 6-3 on Wednesday to finish first in Group A of the WBC.
Ryan Westmoreland Decides To Retire
Former Red Sox prospect Ryan Westmoreland has decided to retire at the age of 22.
Derek Lowe Signs With Rangers
The Rangers have signed veteran pitcher Derek Lowe to a minor league deal with an invitation to major league training camp.
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