The Dodgers have an elite closer in Kenley Jansen, but that doesn't mean they aren't looking to fortify their bullpen.
June 2016 - Baseball Wiretap
Trade For Wade Davis "Interests" Dodgers
Brewers Fielding More Serious Offers For Jonathan Lucroy
The Brewers have been fielding more serious offers for Lucroy recently and they are "building toward a trade" before Monday's deadline.
Mariners, Reds Have Discussed Jay Bruce Trade
The Mariners have inquired with the Reds about trading for Jay Bruce, who has been on the market for the past several months.
Indians Among Those Interested In Steve Pearce
Steve Pearce, 33, will be a free agent after the season and is owed just $4.75 million.
Angels File Official Protest After Loss To Royals
Mike Scioscia filed an official protest after the Angels lost 7-5 to the Royals on Wednesday night.
Jeurys Familia's Saves Streak Ends At 52
The Cardinals beat the Mets on Wednesday night, ending Jeurys Familia's string of 52 straight saves.
Yankees Aren't Considering Releasing Alex Rodriguez
The Yankees traded away Aroldis Chapman on Monday, but Brian Cashman says that doesn't mean the club will consider releasing Alex Rodriguez as a means of focusing more on younger players.
Giants In "Active Talks' With Padres On Andrew Cashner
The Padres are pushing to trade Andrew Cashner, who pitched on Tuesday night, ahead of the non-waiver trade deadline.
White Sox Open To Trading James Shields
Chicago acquired James Shields from the Padres earlier this summer.
Qualifying Offers Will Increase To $16.7M This Winter
The qualifying offer for Major League Baseball free agents is expected to jump from $15.88 million last winter to $16.7 million this winter, according to sources.
Rob Manfred: Changes Needed To Improve Pace
One proposal under consideration is a limitation on relief pitching changes in an inning or a game.
Blue Jays Acquire Joaquin Benoit From Mariners For Drew Storen
Both Drew Storen and Joaquin Benoit entered the season as setup men, but struggled and lost their jobs.
Ichiro Now Just Three Hits Shy Of 3,000
Ichiro had gone 0-for-7 in the at-bats leading up to the single.
Reds Discussing Jay Bruce With 'At Least' Four Teams
The Reds have picked up the pace on trade talks involving Jay Bruce and are discussing him with "at least" four teams.
Nationals Were In Mix To Acquire Aroldis Chapman
The Nationals were in the mix to acquire Aroldis Chapman right up until the Yankees completed a deal with the Cubs.
Padres Making Progress On Andrew Cashner Trade
The Padres are discussing Andrew Cashner with multiple teams and are making progress on a deal to move him.
Clayton Kershaw Determined To Return To Dodgers This Season
Clayton Kershaw hasn't pitched since June 26 because of what was first diagnosed as a mild disk irritation in his lower back.
MLB Warns Yasiel Puig Over Wearing Customized Spikes
Yasiel Puig has been informed that his custom spikes are no longer allowed by Major League Baseball.
Mariners Won't Act As Sellers At Deadline
The Mariners aren't interested in acting as sellers at the non-waiver trade deadline, Jerry Dipoto says.
Madison Bumgarner Hires Legacy Agency
For the second time in recent months, Madison Bumgarner has changed his representation.
Sandy Alderson: Mets Aren't Discussing Jonathan Lucroy Trade
The Mets are not in talks to acquire Jonathan Lucroy from the Brewers, according to Sandy Alderson.
Dodgers Would Deal Julio Urias For Chris Sale
If the White Sox decide to trade Chris Sale, the Dodgers would be willing to include top prospect Julio Urias in a trade package, according to a report.
Hector Rondon OK With Ceding Closer Job To Aroldis Chapman
Hector Rondon is on board with the Cubs acquiring Aroldis Chapman and is willing to pitch in the seventh or eighth inning or "whenever" manager Joe Maddon wants him.
Chris Sale Apologizes To Fans, White Sox Teammates
Chris Sale has apologized after he was given a five-game suspension stemming from a dispute over the White Sox's throwback uniforms Saturday, saying winning was at the center of his actions.
Prince Fielder Headed For Another Season-Ending Neck Surgery
Prince Fielder is expected to have season-ending neck surgery for the second time in three years.
Blue Jays Reportedly Agree To Acquire Melvin Upton, Jr.
Melvin Upton is earning $15.45 million this season and has one more year at $16.45 million remaining on his deal.
Royals Placing High Price On Wade Davis
The Royals are valuing Wade Davis like the lights-out reliever he was in 2014 and 2015, but he has seen a regression this season.
Rangers Targeting Phillies' Vince Velasquez
The 24-year-old is 8-2 with a 3.34 ERA in 17 starts this season, striking out 103 batters in 91 2/3 innings.
Yankees Shopping Ivan Nova
New York traded Aroldis Chapman to the Cubs on Monday afternoon, perhaps kicking off a fire sale.
Angels Listening To Offers For Hector Santiago
The Angels have received a number of calls about Hector Santiago and are listening to offers.
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