Chicago, IL (Sports Network) – The Chicago White Sox purchased the contract of pitcher Charlie Leesman from Triple-A Charlotte and recalled outfielder Blake Tekotte from Charlotte. Leesman will make his big league debut in the second game of Friday’s doubleheader […]
Chicago, IL (Sports Network) – The Minnesota Twins made a trio of roster moves on Friday, most notably activating outfielder Josh Willingham from the 15-day disabled list. Willingham last played for the Twins on June 30. He underwent surgery three […]
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) – The Philadelphia Phillies and veteran second baseman Chase Utley officially agreed to terms on a contract extension through the 2015 season. No financial terms were revealed, but the new pact includes three vesting/club options. “Chase […]
Kansas City, MO (Sports Network) – The Boston Red Sox activated outfielder/first baseman Daniel Nava from the paternity leave list prior to Thursday’s game against the Kansas City Royals. Nava, who had missed all of Boston’s just-completed three-game series in […]
Chicago, IL (Sports Network) – Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ernie Banks has been named a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor given to citizens in the United States. “I am humbled and honored to receive […]
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) – The Philadelphia Phillies and veteran second baseman Chase Utley officially agreed to terms on a contract extension through the 2015 season. No financial terms were revealed, but the new pact includes three vesting/club options. “Chase […]
Oakland, CA (Sports Network) – The Oakland Athletics claimed infielder Adam Rosales off waivers from the Texas Rangers on Thursday. Rosales was designated for assignment by the A’s on July 31 to make room for infielder Alberto Callaspo, who was […]
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) – The Chicago Cubs have placed outfielder Thomas Neal on the 15-day disabled list with a dislocated right shoulder. Additionally, the Cubs placed pitcher Matt Guerrier on the 60-day disabled list with right elbow soreness, recalled […]
Cleveland, OH (Sports Network) – The Cleveland Indians designated infielder Mark Reynolds for assignment prior to Thursday’s game against the Detroit Tigers. Reynolds hit .215 with eight doubles, 15 home runs and 48 RBI in 99 games for Cleveland this […]
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) – The Philadelphia Phillies claimed outfielder Casper Wells from the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. “Casper is someone that we’ve had our eye on since spring training,” Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro said. “He’s a versatile […]