The Giants announced on Thursday that Joe Zito, father of Barry Zito, died Wednesday at his home in Van Nuys, Ca.
June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Barry Zito's Father Dies At 84
Chris Carpenter Suffers Rehab Setback
Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter has injured his lower back during a bullpen session.
GM Amaro: Lee, Papelbon Not On Trade Market
Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. says Cliff Lee and Jonathan Papelbon are not on the market to be traded.
Braun Could Miss Another Month With Thumb Injury
It is likely that Ryan Braun will have a longer stint of the DL to allow his injured thumb more time to heal.
Oswalt To Make Rockies Debut Against Nationals
Veteran Roy Oswalt will start for the Rockies tonight against the Nationals.
Clogged Pipe Blamed For A's Clubhouse Issue
A clogged pipe was to blame for a sewage backup at the Oakland A's stadium last Sunday.
Torre's Daughter Catches Falling Baby
The daughter of former manager Joe Torres caught a baby boy who fell off a second-floor fire escape in Brooklyn.
Manny Hopeful Of Another Offer
Manny Ramirez is looking forward to receiving another offer to play professional baseball.
Jay-Z Licensed MLB Agent
MLBPA spokesman Greg Bouris told ESPN.com on Thursday that Jay-Z is now licensed for MLB.
Pirates Send Alex Presley To Triple-A
The Pirates have optioned Alex Presley to Triple-A Indianapolis and are expected to recall pitcher Duke Welker.
Norris Calls Time With Astros 'Tough, Difficult'
Bud Norris, who is considered one of the top trade candidates this summer, has seen a lot in his four years with the Astros.
Red Sox Have Deal With Trey Ball
Ball, the seventh overall pick, is a left-hander out of New Castle (Ind.) Chrysler High School.
Manny Ramirez Parts Ways With EDA Rhinos
After 49 games, Manny Ramirez has parted ways with the EDA Rhinos of the Taiwanese league.
Cliff Lee Wants To Win With Phillies
Cliff Lee has made it clear that his loyalty is with the Phillies.
Report: A-Rod Met With Bosch During ALCS
Alex Rodriguez was seeking help during a 1-for-9 slump against the Tigers.
Astros Officially Sign Mark Appel
The Astros have officially signed Mark Appel, the first overall pick in this year's Major League Baseball draft.
Orioles Get First Win Against Verlander
Justin Verlander hadn't lost in 12 starts against Baltimore prior to Tuesday night.
Diamondbacks Reach Deal With Braden Shipley
The Diamondbacks have signed Braden Shipley, their first round pick, for $2.25 million.
Sandoval Set To Begin Rehab Assignment
Pablo Sandoval has been on the disabled list since June 9 with a strained left foot.
Steinbrenner Wanted Mattingly To Manage Yankees
Don Mattingly, who played 14 seasons with the Yankees, is returning to New York as manager of the Dodgers this season.
Peavy Having Difficulty Breathing, Sleeping
Jake Peavy is having issues breathing and sleeping because of his fractured left rib.
Vogelsong To Have Hand Re-Examined
Ryan Vogelsong will have his surgically repaired pitching hand re-examined with the hope of taking another step in his recovery.
Chris Christie Pledges Loyalty To Mets
During a visit to Samsel Upper Elementary School in Parlin, N.J., Christie was asked by a schoolchild about his favorite sports team.
Harper Cleared To Jog As Knee Improves
Bryce Harper has been cleared to begin testing his injured knee a week after receiving a cortisone shot and a platelet-rich plasma injection into the joint.
San Jose To File Suit Against MLB For Blocking A's Move
The A's want to build a stadium in San Jose, but the Giants claim territorial rights to the area and the MLB has backed that claim to date.
Stanton Hits 99th, 100th HRs In Victory
Giancarlo Stanton hit two home runs against the Diamondbacks on Monday.
Astros Haven't Signed Mark Appel
Jeff Luhnow said the Astros are "fully engaged" in contract talks with Mark Appel.
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