The Indians have endured struggles as they employ one of the best rotations in the game and sit just 4.5 games back in the Wild Card race.
June 2015 - Baseball Wiretap
Indians Unlikely To Make Significant Moves
Angels, Athletics Talked Reddick, Zobrist Before Dipoto Resigned
The Angels inquired with the Athletics about Josh Reddick and Ben Zobrist before Jerry Dipoto resigned last week, according to sources.
Cubs Likely To Target Howie Kendrick In Free Agency
The Cubs are expected to target Howie Kendrick in free agency this winter, according to sources.
Papelbon Would Be Disappointed If He Wasn't Traded
The Phillies are expected to trade Jonathan Papelbon this month, something the closer is looking forward to amid a losing season.
Lester Ends Longest Hitless Streak To Begin Career
Jon Lester got a hit in the 67th at-bat of his career on Monday, ending the longest hitless streak to begin a Major League career.
Steinbrenner: A-Rod Having An 'Amazing Year'
Alex Rodriguez, who will turn 40 later this month, is batting .284 with 16 home runs, 47 RBIs and a .902 on-base plus slugging percentage.
Could Tigers Become Sellers At Deadline?
The Tigers looked like sellers heading into July, but Miguel Cabrera's injury may alter their path as the non-waiver trade deadline approaches.
First-Rounder Kolby Allard May Choose UCLA Over Braves
The Braves have signed all of their top picks with the exception of first round pick Kolby Allard.
Athletics Acquire Aaron Kurcz From Braves
The Braves have traded Aaron Kurcz to the Athletics in exchange for an international bonus slot valued at $167,000.
Tigers Claim Marc Krauss From Rays
The Tigers will be without Miguel Cabrera for six weeks because of a calf injury and Marc Krauss is a logical addition.
Robinson Cano Has Been Battling Stomach Issue Since Last Summer
Robinson Cano, who has been stuck in a slump for much of the season, says he's been battling a stomach ailment since last August.
Bryce Harper Passes On Home Run Derby Invite
Bryce Harper won't participate in the Home Run Derby this month despite being invited to the event for a second time.
Phillies Acquire International Signing Slot From Diamondbacks
The Phillies have acquired the No. 1 international signing slot from the 2015-16 signing period from the Diamondbacks for right-hander Chris Oliver, left-hander Josh Taylor, and the No. 9 slot.
White Sox Won't Dismantle At Trade Deadline
With a few weeks to go before the non-waiver trade deadline, the White Sox aren't expected to dismantle before July 31.
Cubs Seek Starting Pitching, Left-Handed Outfielder
The Cubs have had more talks about acquiring a starting pitcher than a position player, but they would also like to add a left-handed hitting outfielder.
Yankees Could Replace Stephen Drew From Within
The Yankees are unhappy with Stephen Drew's offensive production at second base.
Should Royals Go After Johnny Cueto?
The Royals have a 4.5-game lead in the American League Central, but Christina Kahrl writes that Dayton Moore should look to acquire Johnny Cueto ahead of the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline.
All-Star Game Starters Announced
Josh Donaldson sets the all-time single-season voting record, while Bryce Harper finishes as the top NL vote-getter.
Gerrit Cole Records Major League-Best 12th Win
Gerrit Cole allowed three runs and five hits in eight innings on Sunday.
Nats Place Stephen Strasburg On DL With Oblique Strain
Stephen Strasburg is headed to the DL for the second time this season.
Pirates Claim Travis Ishikawa Off Waivers From Giants
This will be Travis Ishikawa's second stint with the Pirates,
Big Papi Gets Rare Start At First Base
David Ortiz is replacing a struggling Mike Napoli at first base.
Greinke's Scoreless Streak Reaches 27 2/3 Innings
Zack Greinke lowered his major-league leading ERA to 1.48 on Saturday.
Strasburg Exits Game Early With Tightness In Side
Stephen Strasburg allowed one hit over 3 2/3 scoreless innings on Saturday against the Giants.
Twins To Start Ervin Santana On Sunday
Pitcher Ervin Santana has been reinstated after an 80-game drug suspension.
Tigers Place Miguel Cabrera On DL For First Time
Miguel Cabrera strained his left calf while breaking for second base on a hit-and-run attempt Friday night.
White Sox GM Denies Conflict With Boss
The White Sox entered play Friday with the worst record in the AL at 34-42.
A-Rod, Yankees Settle Marketing Payment Dispute
Charitable groups will receive $3.5M, the team saves $5.5M, and A-Rod gets the home run ball from his 3,000th hit.
Miguel Cabrera May Be Headed To DL For First Time
Miguel Cabrera had an MRI on Friday night, which showed no injury to his Achilles tendon.
GM Alderson: Mets Have No Intention Of Firing Collins
The Mets entered Friday night's series with the Dodgers with a 40-40 record.
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