June 2015 - Baseball Wiretap

Drew Storen Seemingly Unhappy With Papelbon Trade
The Nationals acquired Jonathan Papelbon on Tuesday, something that didn't seem to sit well with incumbent closer Drew Storen.

Bill Ladson/MLB

Indians Acquire David Murphy, David DeJesus
The Angels have now acquired three outfielders, including Shane Victorino, this week.

Steve Adams/MLB Trade Rumors

Diamondbacks Discussing Aroldis Chapman With Reds
Cincinnati has reportedly placed a huge asking price on the closer.

Steve Gilbert/MLB

Nationals Acquire Papelbon From Phillies
Under the terms of the agreement, Jonathan Papelbon will close for the Nationals and be signed through 2016.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Dodgers 'Prioritizing' Cole Hamels
The Dodgers want to exhaust all possibilities in talks with the Phillies before they move onto a secondary target like Yovani Gallardo.

Joel Sherman/New York Post

Source: Rockies Expected To Trade Carlos Gonzalez During Offseason
Colorado is believed to be more willing to part with the outfielder now that they've moved Troy Tulowitzki.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Brewers Placing High Price On Carlos Gomez
The Brewers seem unlikely to trade Carlos Gomez this week.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Source: Royals Acquire Zobrist From A's
The Royals have acquired Ben Zobrist from the Athletics, according to a source.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Tigers Have Mike Leake On Radar
If the Tigers determine they can remain in the American League Wild Card race, they have eyes on Mike Leake.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

A's 'Deep' In Talks On Ben Zobrist Trade
Ben Zobrist, who is expected to be dealt before Friday's non-waiver deadline, could be moved very soon.

Jane Lee/MLB

Marlins Confident They'll Trade Mat Latos
The market for Mat Latos is "coming into focus," according to a source.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Source: Phillies Will Trade Jonathan Papelbon
The Phillies will grant Jonathan Papelbon's wish and trade the reliever this week, according to a source.

Jim Salisbury/CSN Philly

Philles Want 'Best' Offers For Hamels By Wednesday
The Phillies are telling interested teams that they want "best" offers for Cole Hamels by Wednesday, according to sources.

Jayson Stark/ESPN

Sources: Cardinals Discussed Tulowitzki With Rockies
St. Louis could have played Troy Tulowitzki at shortstop, Johnny Peralta at third and Matt Carpenter at first base.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Rockies Prepared To Trade Carlos Gonzalez
The Rockies plan to shop Carlos Gonzalez after trading Troy Tulowitzki.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Sources: Nationals Making Progress On Deal For Papelbon
Jonathan Papelbon, who has been vocal about wanting a trade from the Phillies, has said that he will only approve a trade if he can close for his new team.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Rangers Appear To Be Front-Runners For Hamels
The Rangers are believed to be the front-runners to acquire Cole Hamels from the Phillies, according to the perception of those in the industry.

Joel Sherman/New York Post

Jays, Rockies Began Discussing Tulowitzki During Offseason
While the trade that sent Troy Tulowitzki to the Blue Jays came as a surprise, it may have been in the making for quite some time.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Mets Have No Interest In Bringing Jose Reyes Back
Jose Reyes was traded to the Rockies as part of the package for Troy Tulowitzki late Monday night and reports indicate that the shortstop could be on the move again.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Blue Jays Working On Trade For Starter; Ian Kennedy An Option
The Blue Jays are currently working on a trade for a starting pitcher.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Teams Believe James Shields Would Go Unclaimed On Waivers
The Padres aren't finding it easy to trade James Shields, who they signed this past offseason.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Sources: Giants Making Push For Cole Hamels
The Phillies aren't sure whether the Giants have enough to offer for the left-hander.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Dodgers Open To Moving Puig For Right Price
The Dodgers have let teams know that Yasiel Puig could be had "in the right deal," according to a report.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

Phillies, Rangers Discuss Prospects That Could Make Up Hamels Deal
Not all the names would be included in a potential trade, but catcher Jorge Alfaro, right-handers Chi Chi Rodriguez and Jose Ortiz and outfielders Nick Williams and Lewis Brinson have all come up in t

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

White Sox Waiting To Decide On Jeff Samardzija Trade
It was reported on Monday that the Blue Jays have shown the most interest in the right-hander of any club.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

Craig Kimbrel Linked To Astros, Blue Jays, Nationals, Yankees
The Astros, Blue Jays, Nationals and Yankees are among the teams that have shown interest in trading for Padres closer Craig Kimbrel.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Rockies Don't Have Deal In Place To Move Jose Reyes Elsewhere
The Rockies don't currently have another trade in place to move Jose Reyes, who they acquired from the Blue Jays as part of the Troy Tulowitzki swap.

Joel Sherman/New York Post

Rockies Won't Pay Portion Of Tulowitzki's Contract In Trade
No money is changing hands between the Rockies and Blue Jays other than the differences in the contracts involved in the Troy Tulowitzki trade.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Mariners Think Fernando Rodney Is Tipping Pitches
The Seattle Mariners believe Fernando Rodney is tipping his pitches, part of what has led to his struggles on the mound.

Associated Press

Rockies Trade Troy Tulowitzki To Blue Jays For Jose Reyes
Troy Tulowitzki is owed $113.7M through 2020, and would receive a $2M bonus for being traded.

ESPN.com