The Rangers are now simply viewed as one of the many teams in the mix to acquire Matt Garza from the Cubs.
June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Rangers Don't Lead Race For Garza Anymore
Ross Detwiler To Miss More Starts
Ross Detwiler didn't complete a full bullpen session and will miss at least two more starts before returning to the rotation of the Nationals.
Bedard Took Himself Out Of No-Hitter
Erik Bedard took himself out of what could have been the first no-hitter of his lengthy career on Saturday against the Mariners.
Mariano Rivera Cheered In Boston
Red Sox fans at Fenway Park rose to cheer Mariano Rivera as he trotted out from the bullpen to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning on Saturday.
Seven Teams Scouting Braves-White Sox Series
Not all of the clubs are looking at Jake Peavy. The Yankees are believed to be on normal scouting and the Diamondbacks aren't interested.
Boston Scratches Lester From Sunday Start
The Red Sox scratched Jon Lester from his scheduled start against the Yankees on Sunday night with "general wear and tear."
Aramis Ramirez Unlikely To Be Dealt In July
Aramis Ramirez is likely to miss another 10 to 14 days with a knee injury.
Could Red Sox Go After K-Rod?
The Red Sox need bullpen help and the Brewers are open to trading Francisco Rodriguez.
Garza Trade Could Still Go Either Way
The talks between the Rangers and Cubs hit a snag over a reported discrepancy over the medical records of an involved player.
Report: Puig Subject Of $12M Lawsuit
Yasiel Puig is being sued by a Cuban man who claims Puig made false allegations against him that resulted in a lengthy prison sentence.
Cardinals Place Matt Holliday On DL
Matt Holliday suffered the hamstring injury before the All-Star break.
Rios Benched For Lack Of Hustle, Not Imminent Trade
Alex Rios was actually pulled because he didn't run out a ground ball. He could still be traded, but nothing is close.
Morneau Would Be Happy To Remain With Twins
Justin Morneau has drawn some trade interest as the Twins remain out of contention in the American League.
Rangers No Longer Close To Acquiring Garza
The Rangers are no longer on the verge of acquiring Matt Garza from the Cubs, who are open to dealing with other clubs.
Bailey Has 'Significant Damage' To Shoulder
Andrew Bailey is investigating alternatives to season-ending shoulder surgery as he deals with "significant damage" to the joint.
Cespedes Scratched With Sore Wrist
Yoenis Cespedes, who won the Home Run Derby on Monday, was scratched from Oakland's game against the Angels.
Red Sox, Pedroia Discussing $100M Extension
The Red Sox made a formal extension offer to Dustin Pedroia and his New York-based agents over the All-Star break, according to a source.
Details Emerging In Potential Garza Trade
The Rangers could send Mike Olt and perhaps pitchers Neil Ramirez and C.J. Edwards to the Cubs for Matt Garza.
More Names Coming In Biogenesis Scandal
The names may not be superstars, but they are Major League players nonetheless.
Source: Red Sox Interested In Bud Norris
Bud Norris is making just $3 million this year and has two more years of team control before he is eligible for free agency.
Red Sox Won't Give Up Top Prospects For Garza
The Red Sox haven't advanced in talks for Matt Garza because they haven't been willing to give up top prospects, according to sources.
Buchholz Dealing With Lingering Soreness
Clay Buchholz's return to the Red Sox has been delayed because of lingering soreness in his shoulder.
Cobb To Make First Rehab Start Since Head Injury
Alex Cobb, who was struck in the head by a line drive in June, will make his first minor league rehab start on Tuesday.
Cubs Tell Agent Garza Will Be Traded
The Cubs have informed Matt Garza's agent that they will trade him to build for the future, according to the right-hander.
Orioles Reach Deal With Cuban Prospect Alvarez
A right-handed hitter who played for Camaguey in Serie Nacional in Cuba, Alvarez defected from the island last summer.
Giants Aren't Looking To Move Lincecum
Brian Sabean says the Giants are not looking to trade Tim Lincecum.
Rangers Remain In Mix For Garza, Cubs Want Deal Soon
The Cubs are believed to want to sell high on Matt Garza, who is 5-0 with a 1.24 ERA over six starts.
Market Developing Slowly For Morneau
The Twins are making Justin Morneau available, but a market has been slow to develop for the veteran slugger.
Blue Jays To Add Delgado To Level Of Excellence
Carlos Delgado spent 12 seasons with the Blue Jays, hitting .282/.392/.556 with 336 homers in 6,018 plate appearances.
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