June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap

Strasburg Throws First Complete Game Of Career
Stephen Strasburg picked up his first victory since July 7 against the Padres.

Bill Ladson/MLB.com

Jose Dariel Abreu Defects From Cuba
It could be months before Abreu is declared a free agent by Major League Baseball.

Charlie Wilmoth/MLB Trade Rumors

Rivera Blows Third Straight Save For First Time In Career
Mariano Rivera gave up home runs to Miguel Cabrera and Victor Martinez in the ninth inning on Sunday.

Associated Press

Adam Jones Tweets Fans Threw Banana At Him
Adam Jones took to Twitter to voice his displeasure over a possible racially motivated incident at AT&T Park in San Francisco.

ESPN

Halladay Beginning Rehab Program, Hopes To Stay With Phillies
Roy Halladay is starting a rehab assignment following shoulder surgery, which has sparked questions about his future.

Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe

White Sox Receiving Trade Interest In Alexei Ramirez
The Yankees might be a potential suitor given their need for an eventual replacement for Derek Jeter at shortstop.

Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe

Manuel Might Step Aside, Allowing Sandberg To Manage Phillies
Ruben Amaro, Jr. insists that Charlie Manuel's future won't be determined until after the season.

Bob Brookover/Philadelphia Inquirer

Weiss Wants To Continue Managing Rockies
The Rockies signed Walt Weiss to a one-year contract, but he wants to stay on as manager.

Patrick Saunders/Denver Post

Diamondbacks Promote Matt Davidson
Matt Davidson, considered a top prospect, was the 35th overall selection in 2009.

Zach Links/MLB Trade Rumors

Ross Carted Off With Leg Left Injury
Cody Ross was carted off the field on Sunday afternoon with an injury to his right leg.

Associated Press

Royals Acquire Jamey Carroll From Twins
Minnesota will receive a player to be named player or cash considerations.

Danny Knobler/CBS Sports

A-Rod Hits First HR In 11 Months
Alex Rodriguez hit a home run against the Tigers on Sunday afternoon, his first in 11 months.

Mike Mazzeo/ESPN

Nolan Ryan Believes Future With Rangers Is Stable
Nolan Ryan spoke with reporters prior to Saturday's game between the Rangers and Astros.

T.R. Sullivan/MLB.com

A-Rod: Discipline From Yankees 'Has Not Happened'
Alex Rodriguez is unaware of a published report that claimed he was issued a letter from the Yankees on Friday stating upcoming discipline.

Bryan Hoch/MLB.com

D-Backs Demote Struggling David Hernandez
David Hernandez has struggled most of this season.

Associated Press

Ken Griffey Jr. Honored By Mariners
The Mariners honored Ken Griffey Jr. on Saturday night with induction into their Hall of Fame.

Associated Press

Ludwick Rejoins Reds After Four Months
Ryan Ludwick has rejoined the Reds after missing four months because of torn cartilage in his right shoulder.

Associated Press

Report: A-Rod Sought Advice From Victor Conte
Alex Rodriguez sought advice from Victor Conte in May 2012 looking for an edge on the baseball field.

New York Daily News Staff

Longoria On A-Rod's Appeal: 'I Don't Think It's Fair'
Evan Longoria isn't happy that Alex Rodriguez has been able to play while he appeals his 211-game suspension from Major League Baseball.

Cliff Corcoran/Sports Illustrated

Cubs Don't Anticipate Waiver Trades
The Cubs might be done with trades this season, despite possible waiver interest in some of their veteran players.

Gordon Wittenmyer/Chicago Sun-Times

Josh Johnson Clears Waivers
The Blue Jays can now trade Josh Johnson to any team, although the likelihood of a trade remains to be seen.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Orioles Won't Comment On Interest In Reynolds
The Indians designated Mark Reynolds for assignment this week, leading to speculation that the Orioles might be interested.

Eduardo A. Encina/Baltimore Sun

Hudson Plans To Return, Hopes To Stay With Braves
Tim Hudson recently suffered a season-ending right ankle injury.

Associated Press

Red Sox Recall Will Middlebrooks
He was demoted on June 25 after batting just .192 in his first 53 games.

Gordon Edes/ESPN

Yankees Fine A-Rod $150,000 For Missing Game
The Yankees have fined Alex Rodriguez more than $150,000 for missing a rehab start, according to sources.

Wallace Matthews/ESPN

Haren Becomes 13th Pitcher To Beat All 30 Teams
Barry Zito and A.J. Burnett are the only other active pitchers on the list.

A.J. Cassavell/MLB.com

Morneau Uncertain Of Waiver Status
Justin Morneau was mentioned in trade rumors last month and there is a chance that he has been placed on waivers.

Mike Berardino/Pioneer Press

Cubs Don't Believe Contract Issues Affecting Samardzija
The Cubs don't believe that Jeff Samardzija's recent struggles are related to his uncertain contract situation.

Gordon Wittenmyer/Chicago Sun-Times

Porter Hears Nationals Talk, Committed To Astros
Bo Porter says he is committed to the Astros, despite speculation that he could be a candidate to replace Davey Johnson with the Nationals.

Brian McTaggart/MLB.com

Rodriguez Would Be Allowed To Play Winter Ball If Suspension Upheld
If Alex Rodriguez is suspended for all of the 2014 season after his appeal is heard, there is a possibility that he could play winter ball in the Dominican Republic.

David Schoenfield/ESPN