Source: Garland-to-Rockies stalled out MLB
Trade talks between the Rockies and Diamondbacks stalled over Arizona's asking price for right-hander Jon Garland, according to a major-league source.
Trade talks between the Rockies and Diamondbacks stalled over Arizona's asking price for right-hander Jon Garland, according to a major-league source.
Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday.
Trade talks between the Rockies and Diamondbacks stalled over Arizona's asking price for right-hander Jon Garland, according to a major-league source.
The White Sox made virtually all of their expensive veterans available on Monday, the final day that teams could add players to their post- season rosters, major-league sources said.
Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.
Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.
Brad Penny is expected to sign with the Giants after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.
A couple of days ago, Rich Harden looked like a goner. Now, he'll stay put as the Cubs hope for a wild card run, Ken Rosenthal says.
Brad Penny is expected to sign with the Giants after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.
A couple of days ago, Rich Harden looked like a goner. Now, he'll stay put as the Cubs hope for a wild card run, Ken Rosenthal says.
A couple of days ago, Rich Harden looked like a goner. Now, the Cubs might think he can help win the wild card, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Angels are in serious discussions to obtain left-hander Scott Kazmir from the Rays, according to a major-league source.
If the Cubs want to point toward the future, this is their chance.
The Angels are in serious discussions to obtain left-hander Scott Kazmir from the Rays, according to a major-league source.
The Rays had better take care of business this season, because Ken Rosenthal says Tampa likely won't always have it this good.
The Twins, seeking to bolster their bullpen, are on the verge of acquiring left-hander Ron Mahay, according to a major-league source.
If the Cubs want to point toward the future, this is their chance.
Right-hander Brad Penny, released by the Red Sox on Wednesday night, could be a very popular man once he clears waivers on Monday.
The Astros pulled back reliever LaTroy Hawkins after he was claimed on waivers, according to a major-league source.
The Astros pulled back reliever LaTroy Hawkins after he was claimed on waivers, according to a major-league source.
Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. reiterated his support for the struggling Brad Lidge on Wednesday, stating emphatically, "Lidge is our closer."
Mets left-hander Billy Wagner is giving last-minute consideration to a trade to the Red Sox, according to a major-league source.
Finally, Billy Wagner made up his mind. He's going to the Red Sox.
Now that ace lefty Johan Santana is out for the season, Ken Rosenthal raises the question: Is being a Met hazardous to your health?
The Brewers are making plenty of veterans available, including closer Trevor Hoffman. Ken Rosenthal sees if they'll be moving soon.
Brad Lidge's nightmarish season continued Tuesday night, when he suffered his major-league leading ninth blown save by allowing a two-run, game-winning homer by the Pirates' Andrew McCutchen.
The Brewers are making plenty of veterans available, including closer Trevor Hoffman. Ken Rosenthal sees if they'll be moving soon.
Now that ace lefty Johan Santana is out for the season, Ken Rosenthal raises the question: Is being a Met hazardous to your health?
Mets left-hander Billy Wagner is giving last-minute consideration to a trade to the Red Sox, according to a major-league source.
Finally, Billy Wagner made up his mind. He's going to the Red Sox.
If the Mets and Cubs are content with their current GMs, Ken Rosenthal wants to know what each exec will do to fix their teams.
Billy Wagner is staying with the Mets.
Billy Wagner is staying with the Mets.
The Red Sox's chances of landing Mets reliever Billy Wagner are in serious jeopardy.
The Padres have signed second baseman David Eckstein to a one-year contract extension through 2010, a major league source told FOXSports.com.
The Padres have signed second baseman David Eckstein to a one-year contract extension through 2010, a major league source told FOXSports.com.
The Padres have signed second baseman David Eckstein to a one-year contract extension through 2010, a major league source told FOXSports.com.
The Boston Red Sox were awarded a waiver claim on Mets left-hander Billy Wagner on Friday, according to two major-league sources.
The Boston Red Sox were awarded a waiver claim on Mets left-hander Billy Wagner on Friday, according to two major-league sources.
Mets left-hander Billy Wagner has been claimed off waivers, according to a major-league source.
Bill Hall is heading to Seattle.
For teams looking for starting pitchers, another option just became available.
Dave Trembley is likely a goner in Baltimore and that's a shame. Ken Rosenthal says the O's should give him more time.
San Diego State right-hander Stephen Strasburg has agreed to a record four-year, $15.1 million contract with the Washington Nationals.
Stephen Strasburg's record contract is great for the 21-year-old. But the Nats score big in the deal, too, Ken Rosenthal says.
Dave Trembley is likely a goner in Baltimore and that's a shame. Ken Rosenthal says the O's should give him more time.
Stephen Strasburg's record contract is great for the 21-year-old. But the Nats score big in the deal, too, Ken Rosenthal says.
San Diego State right-hander Stephen Strasburg has agreed to a record four-year, $15.1 million contract with the Washington Nationals, a major-league source confirmed to FOXSports.com.
For teams looking for starting pitchers, another option just became available.
The Rangers, concerned about the condition of Jarrod Saltalamacchia, have contacted several teams in search of catching help, according to major-league sources.
The Rangers, concerned about the condition of Jarrod Saltalamacchia, have contacted several teams in search of catching help, according to major-league sources.
John Smoltz definitely wants to pitch again in 2009.
The Angels' rotation is starting to come around, but the team isn't shying away from making possible upgrades, Ken Rosenthal says.
Taking the latest slew of high-heaters and bench-clearers into account, Ken Rosenthal says enough is enough to Beanball Nation.
Alex Gonzalez is going back to Boston.
The Brewers will have to look elsewhere for pitching help down the stretch.
Alex Gonzalez is going back to Boston.
Even if the Giants don't make the playoffs, the season has been a success. Ken Rosenthal chats with the GM who made it happen.
The Brewers are not confident that they will acquire Diamondbacks left-hander Doug Davis, according to a major-league source.
Taking the latest slew of high-heaters and bench-clearers into account, Ken Rosenthal says enough is enough to Beanball Nation.
The Brewers, in a major shakeup, have fired pitching coach Bill Castro, demoted shortstop J.J. Hardy and designated infielder Bill Hall for assignment.
John Smoltz's brief career with the Red Sox is over.
The Brewers, in a major shakeup, have fired pitching coach Bill Castro, demoted shortstop J.J. Hardy and designated infielder Bill Hall for assignment.
The Angels' rotation is starting to come around, but the team isn't shying away from making possible upgrades, Ken Rosenthal says.
Imagine a Dodgers bullpen that included All-Star Heath Bell. Ken Rosenthal says it almost happened and knows why it didn't.
First Jake Peavy, now Alex Rios. Ken Rosenthal says forget about salaries, the ChiSox better hope they spent in the right places.
First Jake Peavy, now Alex Rios. Ken Rosenthal says forget about salaries, the ChiSox better hope they spent in the right places.
If you're one of those fans thinking the Jays can't let Alex Rios get away for nothing, then Ken Rosenthal has a message for you.
David Ortiz says he was careless in taking vitamins. But if he took 'roids, he'll be inducted into an infamous group, Ken Rosenthal says.
David Ortiz says he was careless in taking vitamins. But if he took 'roids, he'll be inducted into an infamous group, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Red Sox, seeking additional depth for their rotation, have signed free-agent right-hander Paul Byrd to a minor-league contract, according to a major league source.
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios has been claimed on waivers by an unknown team, according to a major-league source.
After giving up eight earned runs in Boston's loss to the Yankees on Thursday night, John Smoltz on Friday was designated for assignment.
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios has been claimed on waivers by an unknown team, according to a major-league source.
The Red Sox, seeking additional depth for their rotation, have signed free-agent right-hander Paul Byrd to a minor-league contract, according to a major league source.
The White Sox are taking a big gamble on Jake Peavy. Ken Rosenthal says there's only one GM capable of doing such a thing.
The White Sox are taking a big gamble on Jake Peavy. Ken Rosenthal says there's only one GM capable of doing such a thing.