Aramis Ramirez Declined All Star Bid - RealGM Wiretap Cubs third baseman Aramis Ramirez turned down an opportunity to be an All-Star adidas ultra boost panske , according to one of his representatives. National League manager Bruce Bochy asked Ramirez to be the replacement for the Philadelphia's Placido Polanco, but Ramirez opted to stick with his plan to spend the break at home in the Dominican Republic. Ramirez, who was an All-Star in 2005 and 2008, is batting .300 with 15 homers and 51 RBIs this season. Blue Jays Fail To Sign Beede - RealGM Wiretap The Blue Jays failed to sign their first-round pick ahead of Monday night's deadline. Tyler Beede, the No. 21 pick in June's draft, was Toronto's highest selection. The two sides reportedly come up short in negotiations by about $1 million. Beede adidas superstar damske biele , who will now report to Vanderbilt University, was said to be asking for $3.5 million while the Jays were said to have offered $2.5 million. Rollins Must Lead Or Face Trade From Phillies - RealGM Wiretap
Jimmy Rollins has played his entire career with the Philadelphia Phillies, but faces a trade from the organization if he doesn't lead, according to sources.
There is sentiment within the organization that they would be better off trading him and establishing a new tone with a new shortstop.
However, Rollins has the right to veto any deal and reportedly intends to stay.
Rollins told CSN Philly on Sunday that he won't waive his no-trade rights any time soon, indicating that he'd like to break Mike Schmidt's franchise record for hits. Rollins has 2 adidas superstar 2 cervene ,175 hits, 60 shy of Schmidt.
Red Sox Expect To Further Talks With Lester - RealGM Wiretap
The Boston Red Sox are still hoping they will be able to keep Jon Lester from hitting the open market after the season.
Lester has a 3.45 ERA in the final season of a previous contract extension.
Larry Lucchino told WEEI's Dennis & Callahan that he "certainly expect[s]" to engage in further extension talks with Lester's representatives at ACES before the left-hander becomes a free agent.
Yaisel Sierra Declared A Free Agent - RealGM Wiretap
Cuban right-hander Yaisel Sierra has been granted free agency, according to a report.
Sierra, 24, is now free to sign with any team without restriction. He is not subject to the international spending limitations.