June 2017 - Baseball Wiretap

Rangers Trade Sam Dyson To Giants
The Giants will also receive cash while sending a player to be named later to the Rangers.

Evan Grant/Dallas Morning News

Reds To Sign Cuban Shortstop Jose Israel Garcia
Jose Israel Garcia, who is subject to international bonus pools due to both his age and lack of professional experience, will receive a bonus of roughly $5 million on his Minor League deal.

Ben Badler/Baseball America

Mike Schmidt Calls Odubel Herrera, Apologizes For Comment
Mike Schmidt called Odubel Herrera and apologized Tuesday afternoon after saying earlier in the day that he didn't think the center fielder was the type of player the Phillies could build around.

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Mariners, Jean Segura Agree To $70M Extension
The Mariners have agreed to a five-year, $70 million contract extension with Jean Segura, according to multiple reports.

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Red Sox, David Ortiz Discussing Role Within Organization
David Ortiz hinted Monday at the possibility of him returning to the Red Sox organization in some role.

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Rangers Nearing Sam Dyson Trade
The Rays and Twins have been linked to Dyson.

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Fan Returns Albert Pujols' 600th HR Ball For Free
The ball was caught by Angels fan Scott Steffel, a college student.

Dayn Perry/CBS Sports

Justin Verlander's MRI Clean, Next Start Uncertain
The MRI on Justin Verlander's groin injury showed no evidence of structural damage and the Tigers will evaluate him later this week.

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Carlos Rodon To Make First Rehab Start Tuesday
Carlos Rodon will pitch in his first competitive game since mid-March when he begins a rehab assignment with Class-A Winston-Salem on Tuesday.

Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune

Tyson Ross Nearing Return To Rangers
Tyson Ross felt good after Saturday's rehab start for Triple-A Round Rock, but the Rangers aren't sure when he'll pitch again.

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Does Bryce Harper Want To Play For Cubs?
Bryce Harper is eligible for free agency after the 2018 season and his next contract is expected to be worth more than $400 million.

Peter Gammons

Man Finds Card Collection That Could Be Worth $1M
A man in Tennessee found a collection of unopened baseball, basketball and football cards in his aunt's attic that could be worth up to $1 million.

Matt Snyder/CBS Sports

Justin Verlander Leaves Game With Groin Injury
The Tigers announced the removal of pitcher Justin Verlander was made as a precaution.

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Former MLB Player Jimmy Piersall Dies At Age 87
Jimmy Piersall played seven of his 17 seasons with the Red Sox.

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Giants Activate Hunter Pence; Option Christian Arroyo To Triple-A
Hunter Pence had been sidelined since May 13 with a left hamstring strain.

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Marlins' Edinson Volquez No-Hits D-Backs
Edinson Volquez threw the sixth no-hitter in Marlins history on Saturday.

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Albert Pujols Hits 600th Career Home Run
Albert Pujols hit a grand slam on Saturday night to become the ninth player in MLB history to reach the 600th homer milestone.

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Brandon Phillips Shocked Reds Issued 'My No. 4'
Brandon Phillips, a member of the Braves after spending 11 seasons with the Reds, feels slighted that the Reds issued his former No. 4 to another player.

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Clayton Kershaw Records 2,000th Career Strikeout
He is the 79th Major League pitcher to accomplish the feat.

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Giancarlo Stanton Becomes Miami's All-Time RBI Leader
Giancarlo Stanton homered on Friday night, giving him sole possession atop the Marlins' all-time RBI list.

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Cubs Hoping Kyle Schwarber Will Rebound From 7-Hole
Looking to help Kyle Schwarber get on track, the Cubs are moving the slugger down in the batting order.

Carrie Muskat/MLB

Yankees Grooming Gleyber Torres To Play Third This Season
The Yankees are in first place in the American League East, but they are still focused on a youth movement.

Mike Axisa/CBS Sports

Blue Jays To Release Mat Latos
Mat Latos, 29, signed a Minor League deal with the Blue Jays this offseason and has made three starts at the Major League level.

Ben Wagner/Triple-A Buffalo

Rangers DFA Sam Dyson, Expect To Trade Him
The Rangers have reportedly designated Sam Dyson for assignment and they expect to trade the pitcher.

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Kevin Pillar To Donate Forfeited Salary To LGBTQ Groups
Kevin Pillar will donate his forfeited salary from a two-game suspension last month to two Toronto-area LGBTQ organizations.

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Nationals Release Joe Nathan From Minor League Deal
Joe Nathan, 42, requested his release when he wasn't promoted to the Major Leagues before Thursday.

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May Ends With Second-Most Home Runs In MLB History
Major League players clubbed 1,060 home runs during the month of May, the second-highest total for a single month in baseball history.

Chad Thornburg/MLB

Hawk Harrelson To Retire After 2018 Season
Hawk Harrelson will primarily call Sunday home games next season, his 34th behind the microphone.

R.J. Anderson/CBS Sports

Mr. Met Fired After Making Obscene Gesture At Fans
The Mets apologized Wednesday night after their mascot, Mr. Met, made an obscene gesture toward fans at Citi Field.

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Mike Trout Undergoes Thumb Surgery
Mike Trout injured his hand while sliding headfirst into second base on Sunday against the Marlins.

Associated Press