The Diamondbacks have signed Nick Punto to a Minor League contract with an invitation to Spring Training.
June 2015 - Baseball Wiretap
Diamondbacks Sign Nick Punto
Justin Upton Not Intimidated By Petco Park
Upton has hit .291 with 10 home runs in 46 career games at the ballpark, which is known as tough on hitters.
Shields 'Not In The Cards' For Rangers
The Rangers are still looking to improve their rotation through trade or free agency, but James Shields is no longer a target.
Griffey Headlines List Of 2016 Hall Hopefuls
Ken Griffey Jr. headlines the list of players that will be eligible for enshrinement in Cooperstown for the first time in 2016.
Angels Aren't Courting Scherzer, Shields
The Angels aren't "engaged with any free agent pitcher at all," according to general manager Jerry Dipoto.
Boras: No Timetable For Scherzer To Sign
"There are a number of clubs that are playoff teams if they sign Max Scherzer," Scott Boras said.
Source: Beachy Fielding Offers From Six Teams
The 28-year-old right-hander has only thrown 30 innings since the start of the 2013 season.
Tim Hudson Undergoes Ankle Surgery
The ankle is the same one he injured during the 2013 season with the Braves that sidelined him for the final two months.
Stephen Drew Close To Deal With Yankees
Drew has reportedly agreed to a contract worth $5 million plus incentives, pending a physical.
Blue Jays Aren't Negotiating With Shields
Jon Heyman of CBS Sports has reported that Toronto may enter the fray if the right-hander's price drops.
Stephen Drew Seeking $7M-Plus As Free Agent
The 31-year-old hit .162/.237/.299 in 300 plate appearances last season.
Tigers, Gorzelanny Agree To One-Year Deal
Tom Gorzelanny, 32, had a 0.86 ERA with 23 strikeouts in 23 appearances for the Brewers last year.
Pedro, Big Unit, Smoltz, Biggio Elected To Hall Of Fame
Pedro Martinez, Randy Johnson, John Smoltz and Craig Biggio were elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday.
Orioles, Dodgers Have Engaged In Talks On Ethier
The Orioles are looking for a left-handed hitting outfielder and have discussed Andre Ethier with the Dodgers, according to a source.
Rays Have Had Talks With Colby Rasmus
The Rays would be more likely to sign Rasmus if they trade Ben Zobrist.
Angels, Blue Jays, Mets Showing Interest In Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won't be eligible to sign with a Major League club until July 2.
Rangers To Re-Sign Adam Rosales
The Rangers have agreed to a one-year, $900,000 deal with Adam Rosales.
Howard Can Block Trade To 20 Teams
There are only nine teams the Phillies can trade Ryan Howard to without his permission.
Marlins Interested In Schierholtz, Suzuki
Miami is looking for a fourth outfielder as the offseason progresses.
White Sox Agree To $4M Contract With Bonifacio
Emilio Bonifacio will make a guaranteed $3 million in 2015. The deal includes a $4 million club option for 2016 with a $1 million buyout.
Phillies, Aaron Harang Reach One-Year Deal
Harang, 36, had a bounce-back year after signing with the Braves before last season.
Hall Of Fame Class To Be Revealed Tuesday
It's possible that a large group of players will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame for the second straight year.
Uggla Suffered From Oculomotor Dysfunction
Dan Uggla was hit in the head by pitches twice in less than year from June 2012 to spring 2013.
A-Rod Needs Six HRs To Trigger $6M Bonus
Alex Rodriguez is just six home runs shy of 660, which would trigger a $6 million bonus to go along with his $21 million salary.
MLB Unlikely To Adopt Pitch Clock In 2015
The clock was used during the Arizona Fall League as an experiment.
Giants Remain Interested In Ben Zobrist
Giants assistant GM Bobby Evans says the team is "staying engaged" with the Rays about a potential trade for Ben Zobrist.
Orioles, Dodgers Have Discussed Ethier Trade
According to reports, the Orioles and Dodgers have had trade talks involving outfielder Andre Ethier.
Report: Norichika Aoki Seeking Three-Year Deal
The Orioles and Giants remain a possibility for outfielder Norichika Aoki.
Teams May Balk At Shields Asking Price Of Five-Years, $100M
Several teams may bow out of the running for James Shields at the expected price.
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