June 2014 - Baseball Wiretap

Trade Costs Samardzija Chance To Pitch In ASG
Jeff Samardzija is ineligible to play in the All-Star game because of the league switch.

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Edwin Encarnacion Out Two Weeks With Quad Strain
A right quad strain will keep Edwin Encarnacion out of the Blue Jays' line-up for at least two weeks.

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Jeter Headlines AL All-Star Roster
Derek Jeter, who will retire after the season, is on the American League roster for the fourteenth time.

RealGM Staff Report

Puig Among First-Time All-Stars On NL Squad
The rosters for the 2014 Major League All-Star Game in Minneapolis were announced on Sunday night.

RealGM Staff Report

Showalter Responds To Lackey's PEDs Talk
Buck Showalter responded to John Lackey's comments by saying that "everybody needs to make their own backyard clean" when it comes to PED's

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Yanks Designate Alfonso Soriano For Assisgnment
The Yankees cut ties with veteran Alfonso Soriano on Sunday.

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Yankees Add Brandon McCarthy To Rotation
The D-Backs are also sending cash to the Yankees for Vidal Nuno.

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Verlander: A's Made Trade With Tigers In Mind
Justin Verlander is certain that the A's trade with the Cubs was made for a potential playoffs rematch with the Tigers.

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Beane: A's Needed Pitching Depth
A's GM Billy Beane felt the team needed to add depth to the starting rotation.

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Epstein: Acquiring Addison Russell 'No-Brainer'
Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein said acquiring Addison Russell was something the team had to do.

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Pirates Claim Dean Anna Off Waivers From Yankees
The Pirates have claimed Dean Anna off waivers and optioned the infielder to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Press Release

Jamie Garcia May Need More Surgery
Jamie Garcia is experiencing nerve issues and numbness in his hand.

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Angels Acquire Thatcher, Campana From D-Backs For Two Prospects
The Angels have traded Zach Borenstein and Joey Krehbiel to the D-Backs for Joe Thatcher and Tony Campana.

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A's Add Samardzija, Hammel In Deal With Cubs
The A's send Dan Strally, two top-prospects, and a player to be named later to the Cubs.

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Sources: Cub Trade Samardzija, Hammel To A's
The A's send Dan Strally and two top-prospects to the Cubs for Jeff Samardzija and Jason Hammel.

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Mariners, Giants Interested In Dayan Viciedo
Seattle has considered sending right-hander Brandon Maurer and another player to Chicago for the outfielder.

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Sources: Mets Will Listen To Offers For Colon
Bartolo Colon, who signed a two-year contract worth $20 million last offseason, is 8-6 with a 3.88 ERA in 16 starts in 2014.

Mike Puma/New York Post

Lester Won't Discuss Contract Until After Season
Jon Lester has told the Boston Red Sox that he would prefer to concentrate on his pitching.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Yankees Not Expecting Sabathia This Season
CC Sabathia had hoped to return around the All-Star break.

Andrew Kramer/ESPN

Damon 'Ready' To Make Major League Comeback
Johnny Damon has been staying in shape and remains eager to return to the Major Leagues.

Associated Press

A's Agree To Extension At Coliseum Through 2024
The A's and the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority have agreed on a 10-year lease extension to keep the club at the Coliseum through the 2024 season.

Jane Lee/MLB

Yankees Shut Down CC Sabathia
The left-hander had hoped to return around the All-Star break, but he woke up with right knee inflammation on Thursday.

Andrew Kramer/ESPN

Alderson: Mets Aren't Ready To Sell Yet
Even if the Mets decide to sell, Sandy Alderson said that Jonathon Niese isn't likely to be included in a trade.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Olney: Lester Is Headed To Free Agency
Buster Olney discussed Jon Lester's future with the Red Sox during a Wednesday afternoon appearance on WEEI.

Buster Olney/ESPN (via WEEI)

Lucroy On Clutch Hitting: I Can 'Hyper-Focus'
In high-leverage situations -- when one swing of the bat can change the game -- Jonathan Lucroy is hitting .406 in 79 plate appearances.

Anna McDonald/ESPN

Atlanta Offense Costing Teheran Wins
Julio Teheran has been an unheralded ace for the Braves this season, registering a quality start in 16 of his 18 appearances.

Christina Kahrl/ESPN

Book: A-Rod OK'd For Testosterone Use In 2007
Alex Rodriguez went on to win his third MVP award in 2007 after hitting 54 home runs and driving in 156 runs (both MLB highs) with a .314 average.

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Yankees Open International Signing Period With Spree
The Yankees signed Dominican third baseman Nelson Gomez for $2.25 million, along with Venezuelan shortstops Wilkerman Garcia for $1.35 million and Diego Castillo for $750,000, according to sources.

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Blue Jays Sign First-Rounders Hoffman, Pentecost
Both of the players will receive bonuses in line with the slot suggestion for their draft position.

Jeff Todd/MLB Trade Rumors

Rockies Acquire Jurrjens From Reds
The Rockies have acquired Jair Jurrjens from the Reds in exchange for Minor League first baseman Harold Riggins.

Steve Adams/MLB Trade Rumors