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Astros Trade Notes With Angels Leaked To Deadspin

Oct 31, 2014 12:39 PM

Extensive trade notes taken by the Houston Astros during discussions with the Los Angeles Angels have been leaked and reported by Deadspin.

Jeff Passan of Yahoo! Sports verified the authenticity of the logs.

The notes stretch from June 2013 and run through March of this year.

The Astros have yet to comment on the leak, which provides unprecedented detail into how the team values players and approaches trade discussions.

Tim Dierkes/MLB Trade Rumors

Tags: Houston Astros, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Jake Peavy Tunes Out Trade Rumors

Sep 18, 2014 6:05 AM

Jake Peavy is a trade candidate for the Boston Red Sox as the deadline nears.

Peavy, who will be a free agent this coming winter, is 1-6 with a 4.93 ERA this season.

"I have a great relationship with my pitching coach (Juan Nieves), my manager (John Farrell) and my general manager (Ben Cherington)," Peavy said.

"We're all very open with each other. I don't need any clarity on any situation involving anything. At the end of the day, you do what you're told, work as hard as you can work, get better at your craft. That's the way I approach each day and will continue to do that. If you start worrying about stuff like that, your focus is off where it needs to be and it's going to affect things."

Alex Speier/WEEI

Tags: Boston Red Sox, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Headley Doesn't Think He Needs Change Of Scenery

Oct 23, 2014 10:54 PM

Chase Headley has been mentioned in trade rumors for a few years and will be once again as the July 31 non-waiver deadline approaches.

The Toronto Blue Jays are one team giving Headley consideration.

Headley, who has had a number of injuries, doesn't think a trade will cure what has ailed him.

"Even when things are going full-on crappy, like now, I'm confident that sometime in the near future, I'm going to get healthy, stay healthy and start playing the way I know I'm capable of," he said. "Whether that's here or somewhere else, who knows? I don't think a change of scenery is going to bring that about ...

"I don't look at it like, 'Man, I gotta get out of here to be me again.' I'm going to be me again, whether it's here or somewhere else. If I'm me, that's good. Playing the way I can play, I know that's valuable."

Chris Jenkins/San Diego Union-Tribune

Tags: San Diego Padres, Toronto Blue Jays, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Big Papi Blasts 450th Home Run In Red Sox Win

Sep 16, 2014 6:48 PM

David Ortiz hit his 450th homer, a three-run drive, and Dustin Pedroia had three RBIs during his second consecutive three-hit game to lead the Red Sox over the Yankees 8-5 Sunday night, according to an ESPN.com report.

ESPN.com

Tags: Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, Game Recap, Misc Rumor

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A's Place Josh Reddick On 15-Day DL

Oct 31, 2014 6:36 AM

The A's returned Josh Reddick to the 15-day disabled list Sunday after the outfielder aggravated a previous knee injury, according to an ESPN.com report.

"Until we get the MRI we're not sure, but regardless it was the feeling of the training staff that he wouldn't be available," manager Bob Melvin said before Sunday's game at the Marlins. 

ESPN.com

Tags: Oakland Athletics, Injury, Misc Rumor

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Sources: Red Sox Upgrade Offer To Jon Lester

Oct 31, 2014 11:39 AM

Jon Lester is eligible for free agency after this season, but the Red Sox are taking what might be one last run at trying to sign the left-hander, according to sources.

The team has re-engaged Lester's representation in recent hours, according to sources, following up on talks that stalled in April, when Boston offered Lester $70M over four years. 

ESPN.com

Tags: Boston Red Sox, Misc Rumor

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Sergio Romo Out As Giants' Closer

Sep 20, 2014 7:54 AM

Sergio Romo is out for the Giants after another blown save Saturday night, the team announced Sunday.

The Giants will now close by committee, with Santiago Casilla and Jeremy Affeldt most likely sharing those duties, manager Bruce Bochy said, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Romo has blown three of his past five opportunities,

ESPN.com

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Masterson Ready To Face Dodgers

Oct 31, 2014 2:14 PM

Justin Masterson threw a bullpen session on Saturday and convinced the Indians that he was recovered from a sore knee. He will rejoin the rotation Tuesday against the Dodgers.

"He's all set for Tuesday," manager Terry Francona said, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

ESPN.com

Tags: Cleveland Indians, Los Angeles Dodgers, Injury, Misc Rumor

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Harper Hits Three Home Runs In Rehab Start

Jun 30, 2014 8:21 AM

Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper went 4-for-5 with three home runs and five RBIs in a rehab start for Double-A Harrisburg in Akron, Ohio on Saturday night.

Harper served as the designated hitter and batted third for the Senators in his third rehab appearance.

ESPN.com

Tags: Washington Nationals, Game Recap, Injury, Misc Rumor

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David Wright Won't Need Surgery

Sep 9, 2014 12:46 AM

Mets third baseman David Wright has been prescribed rest and anti-inflammatory medication for his ailing left shoulder but will not require surgery, a source told ESPNNewYork.com.

The Mets captain is believed to favor avoiding the disabled list, but that ultimately will be determined by general manager Sandy Alderson. 

ESPN.com

Tags: New York Mets, Injury, Misc Rumor

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Reds Sign Raisel Iglelas To Seven-Year Deal
The Red have signed Cuban right-hander Raisel Iglesias to a seven-year contract.

ESPN.com

Red Sox Promote Prospect Mookie Betts
The Red Sox promoted 21-year old Mookie Betts on Saturday.

ESPN.com

David Wright To Have MRI On Shoulder
David Wright has had discomfort in his non-throwing shoulder for three weeks.

ESPN.com

Padres Interview Beinfest For GM
Larry Beifest was fired by the Marlins in September.

ESPN.com

Angels, Pirates Swap Relievers
The Pirates have sent Jason Grilli to the Angels for Ernesto Frieri.

ESPN.com

Rangers Listening On Core Of Veterans
The Rangers are now telling teams that they will listen to trade proposals on anybody.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Mets Could Extend Murphy's Contract
A Mets insider called a deal that would buy out Daniel Murphy's final arbitration season and a few free agent years "possible."

Andy Martino/New York Daily News

Mariners Expected To Discuss Dunn, Others With White Sox
Seattle could inquire about Adam Dunn, Alexei Ramirez and Dayan Viciedo.

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Padres Receiving Strong Interest In Street, Benoit
San Diego is 10 games under .500 and recently dismissed Josh Byrnes as general manager.

Jon Heyman/CBS Sports

Pirates, Polanco Still Discussing Extension
Gregory Polanco is hitting .344/.420/.410 in 70 plate appearances.

Enrique Rojas/ESPN Deportes

Trade Rumors Put Price In 'Bad Mood'
David Price's name will be involved in trade rumors up to the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline, unless the Rays move him before.

Bill Chastain/MLB

Utley Not Planning To Wave No-Trade Rights
Chase Utley has no plans to waive his no-trade rights, which would allow him to veto a trade to another team.

Todd Zolecki/MLB

Rays Prepared To Trade David Price
No trade is imminent, but the Rays are prepared to move David Price "right now" if the right offer is made, according to rival officials.

Buster Olney/ESPN

Angels Seeking Lefty Reliever, Maybe Closer
The Angels are seeking bullpen help as the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline nears.

Jim Bowden/SiriusXM

Blue Jays Continue To Scout Samardzija
Much of the talk has been about Chicago's asking price, but the Cubs are reportedly interested in a package centered around right-hander Aaron Sanchez, left-hander Daniel Norris and center fielder Da

Jon Morosi/FOX Sports

Rangers Exploring Market For 'Core-Type' Players
The Rangers have begun exploring the trade market for some of their star players, according to a Major League source.

Evan Grant/Dallas Morning News

Hammel Open To Return If Cubs Trade Him
Jason Hammel, who will be a free agent after this season, is open to returning to the Cubs if he's traded over the next five weeks.

Jesse Rogers/ESPN

Only Eight First-Round Picks Are Unsigned, Without Agreement
Carlos Rodon, who the White Sox took third overall, is the highest pick without a deal in place.

Andrew Perna/RealGM

Rollins Wants To Stay With Phillies
The Phillies are struggling and his name has come up in trade rumors, but Jimmy Rollins has no plans to play elsewhere.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

Red Sox Aren't Targeting Matt Kemp
The Red Sox have been linked to Matt Kemp in the past, but there is nothing currently going on between the Dodgers and Red Sox, according to a source.

Rob Bradford/WEEI