June 2014 - Baseball Wiretap

Young: 'Guarantee I've Had Gay Teammate'
Michael Young doesn't believe there would be any issue with a gay player in a Major League clubhouse.

Richard Durrett/ESPN

Beckett Insists He'll Be Ready For Season
Josh Beckett had a rib removed in July to alleviate a nerve condition that was affecting his right arm.

Associated Press

Pujols Drops Defamation Suit Following Public Apology
Albert Pujols has dropped a defamation lawsuit against Jack Clark.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Indians, Brantley Agree To $25M Contract
Michael Brantley hit .284 with 10 home runs and 73 RBIs last season.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Angels Sign Brandon Lyon
The Angels have signed Brandon Lyon to a Minor League contract.

Alden Gonzalez/MLB.com

Clippard, Nationals Reach One-Year Deal
Tyler Clippard's deal means all eight Nationals players who initially filed for arbitration wound up settling before a hearing.

Associated Press

Jeter: Yankees Need To Move On From A-Rod
With Alex Rodriguez suspended for the 2014 season, Derek Jeter says the Yankees need to move on from the third baseman.

Associated Press

Terry Ryan Diagnosed With Treatable Cancer
Terry Ryan has been diagnosed with cancer and will not be with the Twins for the start of spring training.

Associated Press

Despite Arroyo Signing, Bradley Could Still Start For D-Backs
On the surface, Arizona's rotation looks set with Arroyo, Patrick Corbin, Wade Miley, Trevor Cahill and Brandon McCarthy.

Steve Gilbert/MLB

Kendrys Morales, Pirates Share Mutual Interest
The Pirates are looking for a first baseman/middle of the order hitter.

Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe

Talks Quiet Between Mets, Stephen Drew
Drew, who helped the Red Sox win the 2013 World Series, remains on the free agent market as spring training nears.

Marc Craig/Newsday

Mattingly Enjoys 'Confidence' Dodgers Showed Him
The Dodgers signed Don Mattingly to a three-year contract this winter after question marks dominated the end of the 2013 season.

Barry M. Bloom/MLB

Goldschmidt Played Vital Role In Arizona's Pursuit Of Tanaka
The Diamondbacks were as financially competitive in the race to sign Masahiro Tanaka as they could have been, says Kevin Towers.

Jules Tompkins/Arizona Sports

Ervin Santana Making Progress Toward Contract
Ervin Santana's camp is in discussions with multiple teams and the right-hander is making progress towards a contract, according to sources.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Haren Throws First Bullpen Session For Dodgers
Dan Haren signed a one-year, $10 million deal with the Dodgers during the offseason.

White Sox, Mitchell Boggs Agree To One-Year Deal
Mitchell Boggs and the White Sox have agreed to terms on a one-year deal.

Yahoo.com

Cashner Wins In Arbitration, Pestano Loses
Pitcher Andrew Cashner will make $2.4 million tis year with the Padres.

ESPN.com

Samardzija Gets Deal With Cubs
Jeff Samardzija was 8-13 with a 4.34 ERA last season with the Cubs.

ESPN.com

Dodgers To Add Maholm To Rotation
Paul Maholm is 76-95 with a 4.28 ERA over nine seasons with the Pirates, Cubs and Braves.

ESPN.com

Hank Aaron Celebrates 80th Birthday
Hall of Famer Hank Aaron celebrated his 80th birthday at a private party Friday night.

ESPN.com

Ruth Signed-Ball Sold In Auction For $250k
A Babe Ruth signed-ball sold for $250,641 by Grey Flannel Auctions on Thursday night.

ESPN.com

GM Cashman: Tanaka Has Potential To Be 'No. 3 Starter'
Yankees GM Brian Cashman says Masahiro Tanaka has the potential to be a No. 3 starter.

ESPN.com

A-Rod Drops Lawsuit Against MLB
Alex Rodriguez has decided to drop his lawsuits against MLB , commissioner Bud Selig, and the Player's Association.

Arroyo Reaches Deal With D-Backs
The Diamondbacks have confirmed that the club and free-agent Bronson Arroyo have reached agreement on a two-year deal.

ESPN.com

Phillies Likely Out On A.J. Burnett
The Pirates and Orioles remain interested in A.J. Burnett.

Todd Zolecki/MLB

Brewers, Francisco Rodriguez Agree To Major League Deal
Rodriguez will earn $3.25 million with another $550,000 available through incentives.

Chris Cotillo/MLB Daily Dish

Crisp Receives Two-Year Extension From A's
Coco Crisp is now signed through at least the 2016 season.

Joey Nowak/MLB

Nationals To Sign Luis Ayala
Luis Ayala will earn $1 million if he makes the Major League roster.

Andrew Rickli/Sports Reel Boston

Arroyo May Be Nearing Contract Agreement
Bronson Arroyo will reportedly end up with either the Diamondbacks or Dodgers.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Mariners 'Cautiously Optimistic' They'll Sign Cruz
The Mariners are "all in" after signing Fernando Rodney and are "cautiously optimistic" that they will sign Nelson Cruz.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today