MLB Rumors

MLB Chatter: Minor, Realignment, Kinsler

By Julian Levine Jun 11, 2011, 4:30pm EDT

Braves pitcher Mike Minor has been recalled from Triple-A.

Some quick chatter...

The Braves optioned Cory Gearrin to Triple-A Gwinnett, and have recalled LHP Mike Minor.
The San Francisco Giants have signed their first-round pick Joe Panik.
ESPN's Buster Olney reports that a simple form of realignment has been discussed between MLB and the players' association. Olney later noted on Twitter that some say the Houston Astros are a natural fit to switch leagues.
ESPN's SweetSpot Blog asks if Latin talent (international free agents) is overpriced.
The Rangers activated 2B Ian Kinsler from the paternity leave list, optioning Chris Davis back to Triple-A in order to make room.
Yankees manager Joe Girardi says he's not worried about overworking C Francisco Cervelli in Russell Martin's absence.