The Cubs declined Jason Hammel's $12 million option for 2017 in favor of a $2 million buyout.
June 2016 - Baseball Wiretap
Jason Hammel To Change Agents, Likely To Join ACES
Rockies 'Keeping Track' Of Edwin Encarnacion, Mark Trumbo
The Rockies continue to keep an eye on high-profile sluggers such as Edwin Encarnacion and Mark Trumbo, according to Jeff Bridich.
Roughly 20 Teams Interested In Tyson Ross
Tyson Ross threw less than six innings last season before ultimately undergoing thoracic outlet surgery in October.
Theo Epstein: Cubs Haven't Seen Real Jason Heyward Yet
Jason Heyward struggled at the plate, hitting just .230, in his first season with the Cubs.
Chris Colabello Signs Minors Deal With Indians
Chris Colabello served an 80-game suspension last season for a performance-enhancing drug violation.
Red Sox Trade Clay Buchholz To Phillies
The Red Sox have traded Clay Buchholz to the Philadelphia Phillies for for minor league second baseman Josh Tobias.
Indians Have Made Offers To Right-Handed Bats
Options for the Indians include Edwin Encarnacion, Mike Napoli, Chris Carter, Mark Trumbo and Mark Reynolds.
Blue Jays Haven't Offered Jose Bautista More Than Qualifying Offer
The Blue Jays have not made a formal offer to Jose Bautista that exceeds the value of the one-year, $17.2 million qualifying offer, according to a report.
Mets Looking Into Possible Trade For Center Fielder
Ken Rosenthal described the Mets as being "semi-engaged" in talks for a variety of possibilities.
Yankees Remain Interested In Trade For Jose Quintana
The Yankees haven't yet added to their starting rotation, but they remain interested in a trade for Jose Quintana.
Pirates Sign Daniel Hudson To Two-Year, $11M Deal
Daniel Hudson might have a path to the closer's role in Pittsburgh after Mark Melancon signed with the Giants.
Jimmy Rollins Signs Minor League Deal With Giants
The deal will pay Jimmy Rollins $1 million if he makes the major league roster, according to a source.
Edwin Encarnacion Discussing Deal With Several Teams
Edwin Encarnacion is focused on a long-term deal and is discussing options with several teams.
Many Expect Matt Wieters To Sign With Nationals
There is heavy speculation that the Nationals will sign Matt Wieters.
Braves Consider Dansby Swanson Close To Untouchable
The Braves are very impressed with Dansby Swanson's on-field talent and off-field intangibles.
Marlins Could Begin 2017 With Entirely Left-Handed Bullpen
The Marlins have assembled their bullpen on talent and availability, which may lead them to open the 2017 season with an entirely right-handed bullpen.
New Labor Deal Requires Earlier Game Times On Getaway Days
Major League Baseball will require teams to start games earlier than normal beginning in 2018 when either team faces a flight longer than 2½ hours after the game.
Bryce Harper Marries Longtime Girlfriend
Nationals star Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner were married in San Diego this weekend.
Source: Padres, Jhoulys Chacin Agree On One-Year Deal
Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin made 34 appearances with the Braves and Angels last season.
White Sox, Jose Abreu Agree On One-Year, $10.825M Deal
The White Sox have avoided salary arbitration with first baseman Jose Abreu.
Joe Maddon Defends Use Of Aroldis Chapman
Aroldis Chapman admitted he never voiced his concerns to Cubs manager Joe Maddon.
Record Six Teams To Pay Luxury Tax This Season
The Dodgers will have to pay a luxury tax of $31.8M this season.
Rod Carew Undergoes Heart, Kidney Transplant Surgery
The Twins have reported that Rod Carew is resting and is expected to make a full recovery.
Marlins, Brad Ziegler Agree To Two-Year, $16M Deal
In 33 appearances with the Red Sox, Brad Ziegler posted a 1.52 ERA with 31 strikeouts and 11 walks.
Cardinals Listening To Offers For Matt Adams
Matt Carpenter is set to play first base for the Cardinals in 2017.
Rangers Have Discussed Asking Price For Edwin Encarnacion
It remains unclear if the Rangers have made a formal offer to Edwin Encarnacion.
Mike Dunn Agrees To Three-Year Deal With Rockies
The deal is worth more than $19 million, according to a source.
Phillies Sign Odubel Herrera To Five-Year Extension
The Phillies have signed Obudel Herrera to a five-year contract extension that will guarantee the center fielder $30.5 million, according to a source.
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