Cubs rumors: Trade deadline looming for Chicago

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We’ve yet to reach June, but the writing is already on the wall for the Chicago Cubs. As the summer approaches, it appears it will be more of the same for the Cubbies; they’ll once again be sellers on the trade market. While manager Dale Sveum continues to hold out hope that the team can turn things around, he told Gordon Wittenmyer of The Chicago Sun-Times that he understands that if this doesn’t happen changes are likely coming.
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Twins rumors: No extension talks for Justin Morneau

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Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau is in the final year of his current contract with the team. He’s off to a decent start, as he’s at least been able to remain healthy so far. Still, Morneau and the Twins have yet to discuss a contract extension, according to Darren Wolfson of ESPN 1500.

A source close to Twins first baseman Justin Morneau said this week there still have not been any contractual talks between the two sides. Morneau is a free agent after the season.
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Rangers’ Nick Tepesch, Alexi Ogando nearing returns

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Nick Tepesch is ready to return to the Texas Rangers’ starting rotation, and Alexi Ogando isn’t too far behind him, according to T.R.Sullivan of MLB.com.

Tepesch was scratched from his previous start after he developed a blister. He’s set to return to the rotation after throwing 50 pitches during a bullpen session Thursday. There was no setback regarding the blister on his middle finger, and he’ll now start tomorrow against the Seattle Mariners.
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Pirates’ Jeff Karstens suffers setback

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Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jeff Karstens had recently started his minor league rehab assignment. However, he experienced pain in his shoulder while  throwing yesterday, and as a result he’s been shut down, according to Travis Sawchik of The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

Following the discomfort, Karstens will undergo an evaluation of his ailing shoulder next week in Pittsburgh. Until then, his rehab will be put on hold.
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White Sox’ Gordon Beckham suffers setback

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Chicago White Sox second baseman Gordon Beckham has suffered a minor setback during his recovery from a right hand injury, and manager Robin Ventura told reporters – including Fred Mitchell of The Chicago Tribune – that he’ll be shut down for the weekend before resuming his rehab.
"He still is having a little discomfort, so we just want to slow him down," Ventura said Friday. "He probably will take (Friday) off and maybe even (Saturday) too."
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Brewers place Hiram Burgos on DL; activate Tom Gorzelanny

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The Milwaukee Brewers starting rotation took another hit yesterday, as the team placed right-hander Hiram Burgos on the 15-day disabled list with a shoulder impingement, according to Todd Rosiak of The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.

Burgos’ shoulder has been bothering him of late, and it’s showed in his recent performances. He and manager Ron Roenicke are hoping that he’ll be able to return at full strength after the minimum required two-week stint on the DL.
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Rockies’ Rafael Betancourt shouldn’t require DL stint

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Colorado Rockies closer Rafael Betancourt was lifted from Tuesday night’s contest against the Arizona Diamondbacks due to a groin injury. He’s been shut down for the past two days, and he told Thomas Harding of MLB.com that he’s not sure how the ailment has responded since he hasn’t had a chance to test it.
"I feel a little bit better, but I really can't tell you how much different I feel because I was off Wednesday and yesterday I was off and I tried not to do anything," said Betancourt, 10-for-10 on save opportunities and carrying a 1.56 ERA in 19 appearances. "I did some stretching, treatment and exercises. I feel kind of weird, but I think I can go through that. Hopefully, I'll be fine."
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Surgery 'strong possibility' for Giants' Santiago Casilla

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San Francisco Giants reliever Santiago Casilla has been dealing with a cyst in his knee for some time, but now it sounds as though he may actually undergo surgery to deal with the problem.

According to Steve Corkran of the San Jose Mercury News, Giants manager Bruce Bochy is seriously considering surgery for the right-hander. An operation would require around four weeks recovery time for Casilla.

"That's a strong possibility, to be honest," Bochy said of the surgery option. "But we're still weighing the other options before we go this way."
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Nationals injury update: Ryan Mattheus, Danny Espinosa, Ross Detwiler

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For the Washington Nationals, the revolving door to the injury front keeps turning. Here is the latest news according to MLB.com’s Bill Ladson.


Ryan Mattheus, broken hand
Reliever Ryan Mattheus broke his right hand on May 19 as he left the game against the San Diego Padres. He did not injure it on the field, but rather, as a result of an ill-advised punching of his locker to relieve frustration after a poor performance. Ladson reports that Mattheus will miss up to two months, but he will not need surgery.
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Yankees expect David Phelps to make next start

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While New York Yankees outfielder Curtis Granderson wasn’t able to escape last night’s contest without suffering a serious injury, starting pitcher David Phelps was more fortunate. The right-hander was hit on his pitching forearm by a line drive that forced his exit from the contest. Still, X-rays were negative, and the Yankees expect Phelps to make his next scheduled start.

Phelps was noticeably frustrated when he was exiting the game, but he told reporters – including Chad Jennings of LoHud.com – that he considers himself lucky to have avoided more serious injury.
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Jordan Walden could rejoin Braves next week

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The Atlanta Braves’ bullpen has taken several hits recently, with Jonny Venters and Eric O’Flaherty undergoing Tommy John surgery. But Atlanta could be receiving some relief next week, as late-inning arm Jordan Walden could return from his shoulder injury, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com.
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