June 2014 - Baseball Wiretap

White Sox Trade Stewart To Braves
The Braves have acquired Zach Stewart from the White Sox in exchange for cash.

Paul Sullivan/Chicago Tribune

Braves Could Make Run At Ervin Santana
Atlanta has injury concerns with Kris Medlen and Brandon Beachy.

David O'Brien/Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Pirates Send Taillon To Minor League Camp
Jameson Taillon was the second overall pick in 2010.

Associated Press

Aledmys Diaz Drawing Comparisons To Jeter
The Cardinals signed Diaz, 23, to a four-year deal.

Associated Press

McGrady Gets Spring Invite From Skeeters
Tracy McGrady played baseball from age 5 until his senior year in high school.

Associated Press

'Nervous' Bonds Back With Giants
Barry Bonds put on a Giants uniform on Monday for the first time since he was a player back in 2007.

Jim Caple/ESPN

Latos May Be Ready For Opening Day
Mat Latos is progressing well from recent surgeries on his right elbow and left knee.

Barry M. Bloom/MLB

Felix Hernandez Pleased Despite Poor Numbers
Felix Hernandez allowed four runs in a little more than two innings against the Rangers on Sunday afternoon.

John Schlegel/MLB

Extension Unlikely For Headley With Free Agency Looming
The Padres attempted to sign Chase Headley to a long-term deal this winter, but he appears destined to become a free agent.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Orioles Have Toughest Schedule Based On WAR
Based on projected WAR for each team, the Orioles have the toughest schedule heading into the 2014 season.

Jeff Sullivan/FanGraphs

Source: Santana Still Has Offer From Twins
It remains unclear if the free-agent is leaning towards accepting the offer.

Mike Berardino/Pioneer Press

Kris Medlen Strains Right Forearm
Medlen grabbed his elbow after throwing the first pitch to Matt Clark with two outs in the bottom of the fourth inning Sunday.

ESPN

Cardinals Sign Cuban Free Agent Shortstop
The Cardinals have signed shortstop Aledmys Diaz to a major league contract reported to be worth $15-$20 million for four years.

ESPN.com

Kershaw, Ryu To Start For Dodgers In Australia
The season-opening games will be played March 22-23 at Sydney Cricket Ground.

ESPN.com

Mattingly: Kemp Closer To Game Action
Matt Kemp has intensified his spring training workouts.

ESPN.com

Jamie Garcia To Have Shoulder Examined
Jamie Garcia will have his shoulder examined by Dr. james Andrews on Monday.

ESPN.com

Royals Name Shields Opening Day Starter
James Shields and Jason Vargas will start for the Royals against the Tigers in the first two games of the season.

ESPN.com

Matt Carpenter Signs Six-Year, $52M Deal With Cards
Cardinals manager Mike Matheny is impressed with Matt Carpenter's leadership and work ethic.

ESPN.com

Reports: Carpenter Agrees To New Deal With Cardinals
According to several reports, Matt Carpenter has signed a new six-year deal with the Cardinals.

ESPN.com

Santana Unlikely To Return To Kansas City
Ervin Santana is still on the open market and discussing a possible deal with a number of teams.

Dick Kaegel/MLB

Diamondbacks To Sign Oliver Perez
Perez, 32, has revitalized his career over the past two seasons as a reliever with the Mariners.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Padres Claim Alex Castellanos
They have transferred Cory Luebke to the 60-day disabled list to make a spot on the 40-man roster.

Padres

Brad Penny Released By Royals
The Royals have released Brad Penny from his Minor League contract after a poor start to the spring.

ESPN

Luke Hochevar Out For Season
The injury deals a significant blow to the bullpen of the Royals.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Verlander Looks To Return To 2012 Form
A core muscle injury that required surgery likely hampered his delivery during parts of the 2013 campaign.

Jason Beck/MLB

Mauer Describes Move From Catcher As 'Emotional'
It wasn't easy when Joe Mauer realized that at 30 years old he could no longer catch.

Jayson Stark/ESPN

Puig Changes Representation To Wasserman Media Group
Yasiel Puig has changed agents from Jaime Torres to Adam Katz and Andy Mota of Wasserman Media Group.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Maybin Out 4-6 Weeks, Will Avoid Surgery
Cameron Maybin met with doctors Thursday and has opted against surgery for his ruptured left biceps tendon.

ESPN

Dr. Frank Jobe Dies At Age 88
Frank Jobe pioneered Tommy John surgery.

Mark Saxon/ESPN

Report: Cardinals, Carpenter Close To Extension
It has been reported that a six-year, $50-55 million deal is possible.

Jenifer Langosch/MLB