
June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Moore's Success Tied To Throwing More Changeups


Matt Moore threw the first complete-game shutout of his Major League career against the Red Sox at Fenway Park on Monday night.
Grilli Injury Taints Pittsburgh's Win


Andrew McCutchen hit a pair of home runs as the Pirates beat the Nationals on Monday night, but the club was in no mood to celebrate.
Report: Yankees Close To Deal For Soriano


In need of power, the Yankees are close to acquiring Alfonso Soriano from the Cubs.
A-Rod Almost Certain To Be Suspended For Biogenesis Link


The ban could be longer than the typical 50 games for first-time offenders.
Sources: Rangers Trading Four Players To Cubs For Garza


Chicago will acquire third baseman Mike Olt, pitchers Justin Grimm and C.J. Edwards and a player to be named later, according to sources and various reports.
Report: Mike Olt Headed To Cubs In Garza Deal


Matt Garza was scheduled to start for Chicago on Monday night, but was removed with a trade close.
Nationals Won't Fire Davey Johnson


"We're not gonna fire Davey Johnson. He's one of the best managers that ever managed," Mike Rizzo said.
Nationals Fire Hitting Coach


The Nationals, who have struggled offensively all season, have fired hitting coach Rick Eckstein.
No Structural Damage In Buchholz's Shoulder


Clay Buchholz received a good report from Dr. James Andrews on Monday.
Brewers Would Have To Be Blown Away To Deal Lohse


Milwaukee also doesn't view San Francisco as a potential trade partner.
Sources: Garza Won't Start With Trade Near


Matt Garza will not make his scheduled start for the Cubs on Monday night, according to sources.
Dodgers, Tigers, Red Sox Linked To K-Rod


Francisco Rodriguez has a 1.09 ERA in 25 appearances, with 10 saves in as many chances.
Source: Giants Interested In Garza


Matt Garza will pitch for the Cubs on Monday as the club continues to search for the right trade partner.
Yankees Have Alfonso Soriano On Radar


Soriano has $25 million in outstanding salary commitments, which makes him certain to clear waivers if the Cubs want to swing a trade in August.
During 24-Game Run, Rays Have 2.18 ERA


The Rays have won 20 of their last 24 games, including a 15-2 mark in the month of July.
Harvey Turns In Fourth Start With 10 Ks, No BB


Matt Harvey dominated the Phillies on Sunday, striking out 10 batters in seven innings as the Mets prevailed 5-0.
Buchholz To Get Second Opinion From Dr. Andrews


Frustrated by a shoulder injury, Clay Buchholz will seek a second opinion from Dr. James Andrews on Monday in Florida.
A-Rod Has Grade 1 Quad Strain, Won't Join Yankees


Alex Rodriguez, who turns 38 this week, will now return to the team's training complex in Tampa for rest and treatment.
Saunders Could Become Trade Target


The Mariners might have a nice trade commodity in Joe Saunders once the Cubs find a deal for Matt Garza.
Garza '100 Percent' Pitching For Cubs Monday


The Cubs are fielding offers for Matt Garza, who has been red-hot as of late.
Halladay Takes Big Step In Return From Injury


Roy Halladay took a big step toward a return to action on Sunday, throwing off a mound for the first time since having corrective surgery on his throwing shoulder.
Cubs Working To Draw Competing Offers For Garza


Chicago is looking to create alternate trade partners to the Rangers.
Kemp Activated, Homers In First At-Bat


Matt Kemp homered and doubled in the same inning in his first two at-bats.
A-Rod's Return Uncertain After Quad Strain


Alex Rodriguez was not in the lineup for Triple-A Scranton on Sunday because of tightness in the front of his left thigh.
Orioles 'Tapped Out' Financially After Feldman Trade


After acquiring Scott Feldman from the Cubs earlier this month, the Orioles are out of the financial resources to make another significant move.
Peavy Could Bring Team Four Times As Many Starts As Garza


Matt Garza and Jake Peavy are the two biggest names on the pitching market this month.
Pence Expected To Remain With Giants


There are teams with interest in Hunter Pence, but the Giants have no plans to trade him this summer.
Dodgers Could Offer Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez $50M


A rival general manager says: "word is the Dodgers will go five years, close to $50 million for Miguel [Alfredo] Gonzalez."
