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April 2017 - Baseball Wiretap
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Rangers Acquire Pedro Gonzalez To Complete Jonathan Lucroy Deal
The Rangers have acquired Minor League outfielder Pedro Gonzalez from the Rockies as the player to be named later in Jonathan Lucroy trade.
Red Sox Farm Team To Host 'Kyrie Irving Night'
Red Sox Triple-A affiliate Pawtucket will host "Kyrie Irving Night" on Thursday, with any fan wearing green or Celtics garb receiving a free general admission ticket.
Trevor Rosenthal To Undergo Tommy John Surgery
Trevor Rosenthal, who recorded 93 saves over the 2014 and 2015 season, lost the closer's job to Seung-Hwan Oh a year ago but regained it this season after Oh struggled.
Red Sox Acquire Rajai Davis From Athletics
The Red Sox acquired Rajai Davis from the Athletics for Minor League outfielder Rafael Rincones on Wednesday.
Ken Rosenthal Joins The Athletic
Ken Rosenthal will continue to contribute at FOX and MLB network.
Albert Pujols Becomes Foreign-Born Home Run Leader
Albert Pujols has clubbed 610 homers in his career, passing fellow Dominican Sammy Sosa for the distinction and taking sole possession of eighth place on the all-time list.
Anthony Rizzo Becomes First Lefty Third Baseman In 20 Years
The Cubs were forced to play Anthony Rizzo at third base on Tuesday night when Kris Bryant suffered a hand/wrist injury in the ninth inning.
MLB To Implement Fan Code Of Conduct In 2018
Major League Baseball intends to implement a universal code of conduct for fans who attend games beginning next season.
David Wright Begins Rehab Assignment
David Wright began a rehab assignment with Class A St. Lucie on Wednesday as he maintains hope that he'll return to the Mets this year.
Steven Matz To Undergo Elbow Surgery
Steven Matz is dealing with a nerve issue in his pitching elbow and will undergo a procedure to reposition his ulnar nerve, the Mets have announced.
Giants Grant Melvin Upton's Request For Release
Melvin Upton is hoping to catch on with a playoff contender down the stretch.
Alex Wood Facing Another DL Stint With Shoulder Issue
Alex Wood could be headed to the disabled list with left shoulder inflammation.
Andrew Miller Aggravates Right Knee Tendinitis
Terry Francona said the Indians plan to meet with their medical staff Tuesday to discuss a plan for Andrew Miller.
Mets Receiving More Interest In Asdrubal Cabrera
Trade interest in Asdrubal Cabrera has picked up, according to a source.
Diamondbacks Unlikely To Make August Additions
Mike Hazen noted that an injury could change the club's approach.
Justin Upton Is Undecided About Opt Out Clause
Justin Upton has an opt-out clause in his contract at the end of the season, but remains undecided about his future with the Tigers.
Bartolo Colon Becomes Third Active Pitcher To Beat All 30 Teams
Bartolo Colon became the third active pitcher to beat all 30 teams on Sunday as he guided the Twins to a win over the Diamondbacks.
Miguel Sano Headed To DL With Shin Injury
Miguel Sano has landed on the 10-day disabled list with a stress reaction in his left shin.
Jays Interested In Extending Marco Estrada
Marco Estrada re-signed with the Jays in 2015 on a two-year, $26 million deal.
Cubs Claim Rene Rivera Off Waivers From Mets
Rene Rivera became the preferred catcher for Noah Syndergaard.
Aaron Judge Sets Strikeout Streak Record At 36 Games
Chris Sale struck out Aaron Judge in the top of the fifth inning Saturday night.
Clayton Kershaw To Pitch Simulated Game On Monday
Clayton Kershaw has been continuing his rehab from a back issue that has kept him out since July 23rd.
Yankees Demote Aroldis Chapman As Closer
Dellin Betances and David Robertson will be used based on the situation.
MLB Umpires Wear White Wristbands In Protest Of Treatment
Ian Kinsler was fined and not suspended for harsh criticism of Angel Hernandez.
Max Scherzer Placed On 15-Day DL With Neck Inflammation
Max Scherzer left a start and then sat out a game with neck spasms earlier this month.
Amanda Hopkins Working As First Female Scout In MLB For 50 Years
Amanda Hopkins majored in psychology while playing softball at Central Washington.
Marlins 'Willing To Engage' Clubs On Giancarlo Stanton
There have yet to be any serious trade talks involving Giancarlo Stanton, who is still owed roughly $300 million.
Giancarlo Stanton Has Goal Of 61 Home Runs
Giancarlo Stanton says he's aiming for 61 home runs and that he finds baseball's statistical history both alluring and tainted.
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