Tony Phillips, who made the final defensive play in the Athletics' sweep of the Giants during the 1989 World Series, has died at age 56.
April 2016 - Baseball Wiretap
Former A's Star Tony Phillips Dies At Age 56
Rangers Extend Jeff Banister's Deal Through 2018
Jeff Banister was voted AL Manager of the Year after leading the Rangers to an 88-74 record and the AL West title.
Papelbon Admits He Was Wrong, Apologizes For Choking Harper
Jonathan Papelbon told reporters on Friday that he has apologized to the Nationals for choking Bryce Harper late last season.
Indians, Juan Uribe Agree To $5M Deal
The 36-year-old may not join the club immediately because of visa issues, according to Buster Olney.
Luke Gregerson Thinks He Should Close For Astros
The Astros acquired Ken Giles this offseason, but Luke Gregerson believes he should be closing games for the club.
Royals Sign Three To Minor League Deals
The Royals have signed Clint Barnes, Brian Duensing and Ross Ohlendorf to Minor League contracts.
Yankees Had Deal With Tommy Hunter Fall Through
New York and Tommy Hunter had reached an agreement on a two-year contract for what is believed to be between $11.5 million and $12 million, but the Yankees backed out because they were uncomfortable w
Angels Won't Rush Albert Pujols Back For Opener
Albert Pujols had surgery in November after foot pain limited him to a designated-hitter role during the final month of last season.
Reds Will Give J.J. Hoover Chance To Close
The Reds will give J.J. Hoover a chance to close games this season with Aroldis Chapman in New York.
Pablo Sandoval Will Resume Switch-Hitting This Season
After recording just two hits in his first 41 at-bats from the right side, Pablo Sandoval hit lefty for the rest of the 2015 season.
Diamondbacks Extend Chip Hale Through 2017
Chip Hale has had his contract extended by the Diamondbacks through "at least" the 2017 season, according to a report.
Rangers Extend Protective Netting At Ballpark
The Rangers have installed additional protective netting that spans the length of the dugouts on each side of their home ballpark.
If Suspended, Aroldis Chapman Plans To Appeal
If Major League Baseball ends up suspending Aroldis Chapman for domestic violence allegations, the Yankees closer says he will appeal.
Royals Reward Dayton Moore, Ned Yost With Extensions
Ned Yost, who had been entering the final year of his deal, signed on for two more years and is now committed through the 2018 season.
Rays Nearing Deal With Ryan Webb
Ryan Webb, 30, pitched more than 50 innings for the Indians last season with a 3.20 ERA. He had a 59.2% ground ball rate.
Mitch Moreland Played With Left Foot Fracture
Mitch Moreland revealed on Wednesday that he played the final two months of the 2015 season with a left foot fracture.
Hanley Ramirez Reports Early To Begin Work At First Base
Hanley Ramirez reported to the Red Sox six days ahead of the deadline for position players on Wednesday.
Orioles Making Progress On Deals With Fowler, Gallardo
The Orioles are confident they'll sign both free agents.
Rockies, DJ LeMahieu Agree To Two-Year Deal
DJ LeMahieu will earn $3 million in 2016 and $4.8 million in 2017.
Rangers Monitoring Market For Outfielders
Josh Hamilton reported to camp with inflammation in his recently-repaired left knee, adding to uncertainty.
Royals To Add Safety Netting At Kauffman Stadium
The netting will extends toward the outfield end of each team's dugout.
Marlins, Jose Fernandez To Discuss Innings Plan
Jose Fernandez is healthy, but the Marlins still plan to discuss how to best maximize the innings the 23-year-old will throw in 2016.
Red Sox Sign Carlos Marmol To Minors Deal
Carlos Marmol will compete for a bullpen role alongside Koji Uehara and Carson Smith as a right-hander setup option for newly-acquired closer Craig Kimbrel.
Rockies Have Been In Contact With Ian Desmond
Whether or not the Rockies get serious with Ian Desmond will depend on how Major League Baseball punishes Jose Reyes after he pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic abuse in Hawaii.
Andrew McCutchen: 'I'd Love To Spend My Whole Career' With Pirates
Andrew McCutchen, 29, would have hit free agency this offseason had he not signed a team-friendly, six-year contract worth $51.5 million back in 2012.
Adrian Beltre, Rangers Working Towards Extension
The Rangers and Adrian Beltre appear to be moving towards a contract extension that would keep him with the club through the remainder of his career.
Koji Uehara Has No Plans To Retire
Koji Uehara, who is entering the final year of his contract, added that his surgically-repaired wrist is doing well and hasn’t prevented him from beginning a throwing program.
Mariners Sign Joel Peralta To Minors Deal
If Joel Peralta makes the Major League roster, he will earn $1.25 million with the ability to earn $2.5 million through incentives.
Astros, Evan Gattis Agree To $3.3M Deal
The two sides had a hearing scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
Buchholz Isn't Ready To Discuss Extension With Red Sox
The Red Sox hold a club option for 2017 and Clay Buchholz says he's not interested in working out an extension with the team this spring.
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