March 2015 - Baseball Wiretap

Yankees Inquire With Braves About Shelby Miller

Nov 30, 2015 4:09 PM

The New York Yankees have called the Atlanta Braves about trading for Shelby Miller, according to sources.

There is a lot of interest in Miller and Atlanta reportedly asked New York for Luis Severino in return.

There is no evidence that the Yankees will consider moving Severino.

Atlanta also reportedly would want Marcell Ozuna and more from the Miami Marlins in a deal for Miller.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Tags: New York Yankees, Atlanta Braves, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Sources: Dodgers Have Discussed Signing Greinke And Price

Dec 1, 2015 4:07 PM

The Los Angeles Dodgers have discussed internally the possibility of signing both Zack Greinke and David Price, according to sources.

However, it's highly doubtful the club would spend the money to sign both.

Clayton Kershaw already makes $30 million annually and both Price and Greinke are expected to receive as much on the free agent market.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Tags: Los Angeles Dodgers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Report: Cueto Seeking $140-$160M Contract

Dec 1, 2015 6:25 AM

Johnny Cueto is looking for a contract worth $140 million to $160 million, according to a report by ESPN's Jerry Crasnick.

Cueto reportedly rejected a six-year, $120 million offer from the Arizona Diamondbacks, which may offer legitimacy to Crasnick's report.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Tags: Kansas City Royals, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Market For Zack Greinke Beginning To Intensify

Nov 30, 2015 3:57 PM

The market for Zack Greinke is beginning to "heat up," according to a report by Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants are looking for some details in terms of what Greinke is looking for on the free agent market.

Greinke is reportedly looking for more than $30 million annually.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Tags: Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Red Sox, Chris Young Reach Multiyear Deal

Dec 1, 2015 6:25 AM

The Boston Red Sox have reached an agreement on a multiyear deal with Chris Young, according to a source.

No terms have been reported for the deal, which brings Young over from the rival New York Yankees.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Tags: Boston Red Sox, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Signing

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World Series Share For Royals Worth $370,069

Nov 30, 2015 3:48 PM

A full postseason share for the Kansas City Royals is worth $370,069, Major League Baseball announced on Monday afternoon.

The mark is a record.

The New York Mets set a record for a World Series loser with a full share of $300,758.

Kansas City split $25.16 million into 58 full shares, 8.37 partial shares and 50 cash awards. The Mets divided $16.77 million into 44 full shares, 11.05 partial shares and 25 cash awards.

Associated Press

Tags: Kansas City Royals, Misc Rumor

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Orioles Interested In Denard Span

Nov 30, 2015 7:02 AM

The Baltimore Orioles have "some level of interest" in Denard Span, according to a report.

The level of Baltimore's interest isn't clear, but some within the organization view him as a good fit in right field.

Span has played just 124 games in right during his career and none since 2009.

Roch Kubatko/MASN

Tags: Baltimore Orioles, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Loria Tells Interested Buyer He Has No Intention Of Selling Marlins

Nov 30, 2015 6:57 AM

Jeffrey Loria was recently approached by a businessman interested in purchasing the Miami Marlins.

Loria made it clear that he has no intention of selling, but the businessman is reportedly hoping the owner will reconsider after the Marlins host the All-Star Game in 2017.

Forbes recently valued the Marlins at $650 million, but Loria reportedly would be looking for $1 billion for the franchise.

 

Barry Jackson/Miami Herald

Tags: Miami Marlins, Misc Rumor

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Braves Interested In Zobrist As Mentor To Young Players

Nov 30, 2015 6:53 AM

The Atlanta Braves are interested in signing Ben Zobrist, who has no shortage of suitors this offseason.

Atlanta is rebuilding and seems like a surprising suitor, but they view Zobrist as a strong mentor for their young players.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Tags: Atlanta Braves, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Report: Atkins, LaCava Finalists For Toronto's GM Job

Nov 30, 2015 6:47 AM

Ross Atkins and Tony LaCava are both finalists to be named general manager of the Toronto Blue Jays, according to a report.

LaCava is currently the club's interim general manager, while Atkins is vice president of player development for the Cleveland Indians.

The Blue Jays haven't confirmed the report. President Mark Shapiro has been searching for a permanent general manager since Alex Anthopoulos declined to sign a contract extension.

Gregor Chisholm/MLB

Tags: Toronto Blue Jays, Misc Rumor

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Mariners Privately Acknowledge Cano Will Eventually Move To First Base
The Mariners could have an opening at first base as soon as 2016 if Mark Trumbo is traded or non-tendered, but Seattle is unlikely to make the change that soon.

Bob Dutton/News Tribune

Johnny Cueto Rejected Offer From D-Backs
GM Dave Stewart says that free-agent Johnny Cueto turned down a lucrative offer from the D-Backs earlier this month.

ESPN.com

Nationals Resisting Offers For Joe Ross
Joe Ross is a sought-after trade target this winter, but the Nationals have been resisting all offers.

Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe

Report: Red Sox Looking To Trade Hanley Ramirez
There is talk around baseball that the Red Sox are trying to move Hanley Ramirez in a trade.

Nick Cafardo/Boston Globe

Zobrist Is 'No. 1 Target' For Mets
The Mets have labeled Ben Zobrist as their "No. 1 target," according to a report.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Tigers, Jordan Zimmermann Agree To $110M Deal
The Tigers have agreed to a five-year, $110 million deal with Jordan Zimmermann, according to a source.

Jerry Crasnick/ESPN

Report: Tigers In Serious Talks With Jordan Zimmerman
Jordan Zimmerman went 13-10 with a 3.66 ERA in 33 starts for the Nationals last season.

ESPN.com

Minors HR Leader Mike Hessman Retires To Pursue Coaching
Mike Hessman is often compared to Crash Davis, Kevin Costner's character in "Bull Durham."

ESPN.com

Pirates Acquire Allen Webster From D-Backs For Cash
Allen Webster was traded from the Red Sox last offseason.

Yahoo.com

D-Backs Name Dave Magadan Hitting Coach
Dave Magadan was the Rangers' hitting coach for the last three seasons.

Yahoo.com

MLB To Investigate Puig's Reported Altercation With Sister
Miami police confirmed to The Associated Press that Yasiel Puig was involved in an argument with his sister Wednesday night at the Blue Martini bar.

ESPN.com

J.A. Happ Returns To Blue Jays
Free agent left-hander J.A. Happ agreed to a $36M, three-year deal with the Blue Jays on Friday.

ESPN.com

Pirates Listening To Offers For 2016 Free Agents
The Pirates are listening to offers for Mark Melancon, Neil Walker and Pedro Alvarez.

A.J.Cassavell/MLB

Several GMs Predict Red Sox Will Sign David Price
As many as six general managers predicted to Peter Gammons that the Red Sox will sign David Price amid reports that they are the leaders for the left-hander.

Peter Gammons

Astros Unlikely To Sign Chris Davis
The Astros have been connected to Chris Davis, but they aren't expected to sign the first baseman, according to a person familiar with the situation.

Evan Drellich/Houston Chronicle

Marlins, Dee Gordon Discussing Extension
Dee Gordon confirmed his camp has been in talks with the Marlins regarding a multiyear deal during an appearance on MLB Network on Wednesday.

Joe Frisaro/MLB

Cubs Acquire Rex Brothers From Rockies
The Cubs have acquired Rex Brothers from the Rockies in exchange for left-hander Wander Cabrera.

Carrie Muskat/MLB

Alex Avila Signs Deal With White Sox
The White Sox have signed Alex Avila to a one-year contract.

Doug Padilla/ESPN

Astros Trade Jed Lowrie To Athletics
The Astros have traded Jed Lowrie to the Athletics less than a year after the infielder left Oakland to sign a three-year deal with Houston.

Associated Press

Report: Ivan Nova Available Via Trade
The Yankees are willing to deal Ivan Nova, according to a report in The New York Post.

Chad Thornburg/MLB