Byron Buxton was taken off the field in an ambulance after an outfield collision in his first game for Double-A New Britain on Wednesday night.
June 2014 - Baseball Wiretap
Minnesota's Top Prospect Taken Off In Ambulance
Tulowitzki, Gonzalez To Meet With Specialists
The Rockies will learn the injury fates of Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez soon as the pair will meet with specialists.
Oswaldo Arcia Changes Representation
Oswaldo Arcia has switched agents and is now represented by Praver Shapiro Sports Management.
Lester Open To Re-Signing With Red Sox
Jon Lester has no animosity toward the Red Sox and is open to re-signing with the team that traded him to the Athletics.
Jayson Werth Charged With Reckless Driving
Jayson Werth is facing a misdemeanor reckless driving charge after being pulled over July 6 for going 105 mph in a 55 mph zone.
Arrieta Open To Long-Term Deal With Cubs
Jake Arrieta wants to stay with the Cubs over the long-term and believes that he can be the ace of the team's pitching staff.
Giants, Sandoval Haven't Discussed New Deal In Months
Pablo Sandoval's agent says the free agent-to-be is still open to discussing a new deal with the Giants, but no talks have occurred "in months."
Mets May Slow Down Harvey's Rehab
Matt Harvey wants to pitch in a Major League game this season, but the Mets may slow down his rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery.
Machado Has Ligament Sprain, DL Possible
Manny Machado could go on the 15-day disabled list, but the injury isn't has serious as it looked on Monday night when he crumpled in a heap at the plate after taking an awkward swing.
Verlander Has No Major Structural Damage In Shoulder
Justin Verlander will likely miss at least one start because of a sore right shoulder.
Brett Anderson To Have Surgery Thursday
Brett Anderson will undergo surgery to repair a disk in his lower back Thursday.
Willingham Was Mentor To Dozier In Minnesota
The trade that sent Josh Willingham to the Royals wasn't easy for some of the Twins to swallow.
Alfredo Simon Joins MVP Sports Group
The pitcher will be eligible for arbitration for the third and final time this offseason before being eligible for free agency the following winter.
Stanton Hits Two HRs, Sets Marlins Mark
Giancarlo Stanton hit two home runs against the Cardinals on Monday night, setting a franchise mark in the process.
Harper, Strasburg Claimed On Waivers, Nationals Pull Them Back
Washington also placed Ian Desmond and Gio Gonzalez on waivers, which the pair cleared.
Twins Promote Buxton To Double-A New Britain
Byron Buxton was selected No. 2 overall in the 2012 First-Year Player Draft.
Granderson, Niese Clear Waivers
Curtis Granderson was expected to clear waivers, but it is somewhat of a surprise that Jon Niese went unclaimed.
Royals Acquire Willingham From Twins
Kansas City is looking to bolster their offense for a playoff push. The Royals have not been to the postseason since 1985.
Manny Machado Sprains Knee On Swing
Manny Machado hurt his right knee while swinging on Monday night and had to be helped off the field.
Verlander Lasts One Inning, To Have MRI On Shoulder
Justin Verlander lasted only one inning against the Pirates on Monday night because of soreness in his right shoulder.
Shields To Draw Interest From Red Sox, Yankees, Orioles, Blue Jays
James Shields will be 33 when he hits free agency, but he will have no shortage of suitors.
Pineda To Skip Rehab Start, Face Orioles
Michael Pineda has not pitched in the major leagues since April 23.
Angels, Cubs, Dodgers, Rangers, Red Sox Expected To Pursue Hamels
It will likely take four or five prospects to land Cole Hamels in a trade with the Phillies this offseason.
Jackie Bradley's Value Has Plummeted
The Red Sox once considered Jackie Bradley, Jr. a top prospect, but his value has plummeted around baseball.
Harper Denies Intentially Stepping On Braves Logo
Bryce Harper denies intentionally dragging his right spike across Atlanta's "A" logo stenciled in the dirt behind home plate during Saturday night's game against the Braves.
Coghlan: Too Much Pressure Placed On Prospects
Chris Coghlan, who was a top pick in 2006 and the National League Rookie of the Year in 2009, believes too much pressure is placed on young players in baseball today.
Sources: Padres Promoting Top Prospect
In 16 games with Triple-A El Paso, Rymer Liriano has a .467/.536/.683 slash line with 13 RBIs.
Rays Weren't Against Dealing Price To Yankees
A report out of New York last week claimed that the Rays and Red Sox were prohibited from dealing Price and Jon Lester, respectively, to their American League East rival.
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