The Phillies are open to dealing Cliff Lee, but the Red Sox are reluctant to trade Jackie Bradley Jr. or Xander Bogaerts.
June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Red Sox Like Lee, Unwilling To Include Bradley, Bogaerts
Arizona Has Been Shopping Kennedy, Kubel
Selling off Ian Kennedy and Jason Kubel won't free up enough money for the Diamondbacks to acquire Jake Peavy from the White Sox.
Source: Schierholtz Will Be Next Cub Traded
Nate Schierholtz will "most likely" be the next Cubs player traded before Wednesday's deadline, according to a league source.
Phillies Consider Utley, Hamels And Brown Untouchable
Cole Hamels has struggled this season, but the team views it as an aberration.
David Ortiz Won't Be Suspended For Phone Incident
A Major League Baseball spokesman said the incident remains under review, but a suspension has been ruled out.
Brewers Offering $10 Vouchers For August Games
The Brewers are reaching into their wallet in the wake of a disappointing season and Ryan Braun's suspension.
Lawyer: A-Rod Will Fight Any Discipline
Alex Rodriguez's "primary focus" is playing in the majors again.
Rays Acquire Jesse Crain From White Sox
The Rays have acquired Jesse Crain in exchange for player(s) to be named later or cash considerations.
Orioles Willing To Part With Dylan Bundy
Baltimore is open to discussing prospects Bundy, Kevin Gausman, Jonathan Schoop and Eduardo Rodriguez if an offer was worthy of consideration.
Pirates, Diamondbacks Front-Runners For Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson has contract offers from five teams, four National League and one American League, after a recent workout.
Yankees Haven't Received Single Offer For Hughes
Phil Hughes has a 4.58 ERA and 93 strikeouts in 112 innings (20 starts) this season.
Source: If A-Rod Rejects Suspension Through 2014, Ban Possible
If Alex Rodriguez doesn't accept a suspension for the remainder of this season and all of 2014 without pay, Major League Baseball will pursue a lifetime ban, according to a source.
Phillies Focusing On Extension For Utley
The Phillies have told inquiring teams that Chase Utley is unavailable as they seek a contract extension with him.
Nationals Aren't Giving Up On Season
The Nationals were viewed as not only the favorite in the NL East, but also a favorite to win the World Series this season.
Angels Trade Downs To Braves For Rasmus
Cory Rasmus was 3-1 with a 1.72 ERA and 14 saves with Triple-A Gwinnett.
Source: White Sox Close To Dealing Jesse Crain
The White Sox are close to trading Jesse Crain in a "complicated" deal involving two teams, including the Rays.
Rangers Contact Braves About McCann
The Braves have no interest in trading Brian McCann, who will be a free agent at the end of the season.
Phillies, Dodgers Aren't Discussing Cliff Lee Trade
The Dodgers have not discussed a trade for Cliff Lee with the Phillies, according to a source.
Sources: Phillies Discussing Cliff Lee Trade With Multiple Teams
It remains a long shot that he is traded ahead of Wednesday's deadline, but the Phillies have discussed Cliff Lee with other clubs.
Bud Norris Struggling Amid Trade Rumors
Bud Norris has been mentioned in trade rumors for a majority of the summer, something that has effected his productivity with the Astros.
Trades Have Pulled Remaining Cubs Together
The Cubs have made a handful of trades this month with an eye on the future, but the moves have had an unexpected effect on the current roster.
Winning Streak Could Turn Royals Into Buyers
The Royals are unlikely to move Ervin Santana and/or Luke Hochevar unless they are blown away by an offer, according to a source.
Tigers, Rangers Have Discussed Joe Nathan Trade
A deal is not close as the price for Joe Nathan is high.
White Sox Believed To Be Asking Too Much For Jake Peavy
The Athletics, Braves and Red Sox are reportedly dropping out of the race because of Chicago's asking price.
Papelbon: I Didn't Come To Philadelphia For This
The Phillies lost their eighth straight game on Sunday, leading Jonathan Papelbon to express his frustration.
Orioles Might Target Carlos Quentin
Carlos Quentin is signed with the Padres for about $24 million through 2015.
A's, Cardinals, Orioles, Red Sox Discussing Peavy
The Braves are not in talks to acquire Jake Peavy from the White Sox, according to sources.
White Sox Aren't Willing To Pay Portion Of Peavy's Salary
There is close to $24 million remaining on Jake Peavy's contract.
Tino Martinez Quits As Miami's Hitting Coach
Tino Martinez has resigned as hitting coach of the Marlins amid controversy.
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