June 2015 - Baseball Wiretap

Police Investigate Danny Salazar
Danny Salazar is being investigated by the Cleveland Police Department for a sexual assault complaint, according to a report.

ESPN

Cardinals Acquire Ohlman From Orioles
The Cardinals have acquired Michael Ohlman from the Orioles in exchange for cash considerations.

Jeff Todd/MLB Trade Rumors

Mulder Won't Attempt Another Comeback
Mark Mulder had a brief stint with the Angels cut short last season with a rupture of his Achilles tendon.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

James Shields Expected To Sign This Week
With multiple offers on the table, James Shields is expected to sign with a club by the end of the week.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Kyle Kendrick, Rockies Agree To $5.5M Deal
The Rockies have agreed to a one-year, $5.5 million deal with Kyle Kendrick, according to multiple reports.

ESPN

Josh Hamilton To Have Shoulder Surgery
Josh Hamilton will undergo shoulder surgery on Wednesday and is expected to resume baseball activities in three to eight weeks.

ESPN

Five, Six Teams Still Trying To Trade For Cole Hamels
No team has offered a package that Philadelphia would seriously consider for Cole Hamels.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

Yoan Moncada Cleared To Sign With MLB Clubs
Yoan Moncada is now cleared to sign with a Major League team after MLB altered standards for incoming players from Cuba.

Jeff Todd/MLB Trade Rumors

Ivan Nova Progressing In Return From Elbow Injury
Ivan Nova says his surgically repaired right elbow feels great and appears on track to rejoin the Yankees by June.

Associated Press

Royals, Moustakas Agree On $2.64M Contract
Mike Moustakas would earn a $10,000 bonus under Tuesday's deal if he has 550 or more plate appearances.

Associated Press

John Axford Reaches Deal With Rockies
John Axford will attempt to earn the job as Colorado's setup man for closer Latroy Hawkins.

Associated Press

Stanton To Wear Protective Mask In Camp
Giancarlo Stanton will wear a protective guard on his helmet during Spring Training, which begins later this month.

Joe Frisaro/MLB

Phillies Continuing To Discuss Jonathan Papelbon Trade
Ruben Amaro has confirmed that Jonathan Papelbon trade talks are ongoing.

Jim Salisbury/CSN Philly

Janssen Finalizes Deal With Nationals
The Nationals have finalized a one-year deal with Casey Janssen that includes a mutual option for 2016.

ESPN

Frank Robinson Becomes Manfred's Senior Adviser
Frank Robinson is leaving his job as executive vice president for baseball development in the commissioner's office to become a senior adviser to Commissioner Rob Manfred.

Associated Press

Wilson Betemit Suspended 50 Games
Betemit, who played for Tampa Bay's Triple-A team in Durham last year, is a free agent.

Associated Press

Gerald Laird Reaches Agreement With Diamondbacks
Gerald Laird's contract is of the Minor League variety and includes an invitation tp Spring Training.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Reds Signs Paul Maholm
The Reds have invited him to Major League spring training with a chance to earn a roster spot.

Associated Press

Brandon Belt, Giants Agree To $3.6M Contract
Brandon Belt hit .308 with two RBIs in the World Series after missing time over the final 2½ months with a concussion.

Associated Press

Red Sox "Expressed A Willingness" To Trade Mujica
Edward Mujica, 30, is slated to earn $4.75 million this coming season.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Padres Still Exploring Trades
The Padres have remade their roster, but may not be done dealing.

Cash Kruth/MLB

Buxton Named MLB.com's Top Prospect For 2015
Byron Buxton, who was a no-brainer last season, struggled with injuries in 2014.

Jonathan Mayo/MLB

Andruw Jones Drawing Major League Interest
Andruw Jones is drawing interest from Major League teams after spending two seasons in Japan.

Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe

Agents: Shields Should Consider Lesser Offer
The market for James Shields has crumbled, leaving rival agents to suggest that the veteran right-hander accept a lesser contract.

Buster Olney/ESPN

Report: QB Wilson To Spend Time With Rangers This Spring
The Rangers have not yet commented on Russell Wilson's return to Spring Training.

MLB.com

Samardzija Open To Long-Term Deal With White Sox
Pitcher Jeff Samardzija is a year away from free agency.

MLB.com

Reds Sign Paul Maholm To Minor League Deal
Paul Maholm was 1-5 with a 4.84 ERA in 30 games for the Dodgers last season.

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