Don Wakamatsu will serve as the team's bench coach and catching instructor.
June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Royals Add Wakamatsu To Coaching Staff
White Sox Hire Steverson As Hitting Coach
Todd Steverson most recently served as the minor league hitting coordinator for the Oakland Athletics.
Source: Cubs Considering Eric Wedge
Eric Wedge left the Mariners earlier this month after three seasons and a 213-273 record.
Nationals Plan To Hire Matt Williams As Manager
The Nationals are planning to hire Matt Williams as their next manager to replace Davey Johnson, according to multiple reports.
Samson: Marlins Won't Lose 100 Games In 2014
Miami retooled their front office recently. They dismissed Larry Beinfest as president last month, promoting Michael Hill to the position. Dan Jennings was named general manager.
Twins Will Sacrifice Pick To Sign Free Agent
It might be a long shot, but Ervin Santana may be an option.
Yankees Interested In Oh Seung-Hwan
Korean right-hander Oh Seung-Hwan is drawing attention from Major League teams as the offseason nears.
Giants Could Be Surprise Suitor For McCann
The Giants are looking for a left-handed power bat and the market is thin this winter.
Indians Won't Sign Jimenez To Long-Term Deal
The Indians essentially lost any change of signing Ubaldo Jimenez to a long-term deal when the Giants gave Tim Lincecum $35 million.
Lloyd McClendon Interviews With Tigers
McClendon served as hitting coach under Jim Leyland for the last eight seasons.
Davis To Replace Ryan As Controlling Owner Of Rangers
Major League Baseball requires each team to have a designated control person.
Molina Got Wacha Back On Track After Ortiz Home Run
Michael Wacha was once again almost unhittable on Thursday night, but David Ortiz hit a two-run home run off the rookie in the sixth inning.
Beltran Discusses Health, Decision To Play
Playing in the World Series for the first time as a 36-year-old, Carlos Beltran hinted that he wouldn't have played if it had been the regular season.
Lackey Praises Saltalamacchia's Work Behind The Plate
John Lackey pitched well on Thursday night, but ended up taking the loss in Game 2 of the World Series.
Craig 'Felt Good' After Returning To Cardinals
Allen Craig returned to the Cardinals on Wednesday night after missing nearly seven weeks.
Carlos Beltran In Game 2 Lineup
Carlos Beltran suffered a bruised rib while robbing David Ortiz of a grand slam in Game 1 on Wednesday night.
Red Sox 'Categorically' Deny Lester Was Using Illegal Substance
Much has been made of an apparent green glob inside the glove of Jon Lester during his Game 1 start against the Cardinals.
Farrell Expects Buchholz To Make Game 4 Start
Clay Buchholz has been dealing with some fatigue in his shoulder, but the Red Sox have tabbed him as their Game 4 starter nonetheless.
Red Sox Won't Consider Playing Napoli At Catcher
The Red Sox will not consider playing Mike Napoli at catcher when the World Series shifts to St. Louis and the designated hitter spot is removed.
Average Postseason Game Lasting 3 Hours, 22 Minutes
The average playoff game has lasted 23 minutes more than a regular season contest.
Giants Believe Qualifying Offer Justifies Lincecum's $35M
The Giants agreed to a two-year, $35 million deal with Tim Lincecum earlier this week despite a 4.76 ERA over the past two seasons.
Indians Asking Fans For Opinion On 'Wahoo' Logo
The Indians are asking fans for their opinions on their "Chief Wahoo" logo.
Mattingly Will Honor Final Year Of Contract
The Dodgers confirmed on Wednesday night that Don Mattingly will return for at least one more season.
Beltran Day-To-Day With Rib Contusion
Carlos Beltran suffered a rib contusion while robbing David Ortiz of a grand slam in the second inning of Game 1.
Cards Minor Leaguer Questions If Lester Used Illegal Substance
Jon Lester pitched seven-plus shutout innings as the Red Sox took the opener 8-1.
Fatigued Buchholz To Start Game 4
Clay Buchholz confirmed Wednesday he has been feeling some "fatigue" in his throwing shoulder.
Lester Dominates As Red Sox Take Game 1
Jon Lester silenced the Cardinals as the Red Sox took Game 1 of the World Series 8-1 on Wednesday night.
Beltran Taken To Hospital With Rib Injury
Carlos Beltran suffered a rib injury while robbing David Ortiz of a grand slam home run.
Dodgers Have Scouted Masahiro Tanaka
Tanaka, who will turn 25 on Nov. 1, most recently pitched for the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles of Nippon Professional Baseball.
Mauer 'Symptom-Free' From Concussion
Joe Mauer seems to be almost completely recovered from a concussion suffered in August.
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