July 2nd Live Updates  —  As I discuss in today's article, I'm not even sure what to expect as far as players that will sign today and what information will be available.  That being said, I already have one confirmed signing, and it's a big one, so I figured it would be worth throwing …

Ex-Yankee Jim Leyritz arrested again  —  Fallen Yankee hero Jim Leyritz was busted early Thursday on charges of beating up his ex-wife.  —  Leyritz went ballistic and dragged Karrie Leyritz out of bed and socked her twice because she'd written a check without his permission, police said.

BRUNEY WON'T CRY IF HE LOSES EIGHTH-INNING ROLE  —  Brian Bruney isn't launching a campaign to keep his eighth-inning job.  —  The inconsistent Yankee reliever yesterday stopped short of saying he'd welcome a new role, but also made it known he wouldn't lose sleep if manager Joe Girardi …

Choosing when to rest A-Rod a puzzle  —  New York (45-32) vs. Seattle (39-38), 7:05 p.m. ET  —  NEW YORK — Yankees manager Joe Girardi knows he eventually needs to rest Alex Rodriguez.  He has seen firsthand what happens when Rodriguez plays too often while recovering from right hip surgery …

D-Backs scouting Red Sox  —  The Arizona Diamondbacks spent a lot of time scouting the Red Sox during the Atlanta and Baltimore series.  While it could merely be normal coverage assignments with nothing cooking, the D-Backs might have a player who could be appealing to the Red Sox.

Blunders cost Angels in loss to Rangers  —  The biggest mistake of the night might have been made in the dugout.  —  Recommend  —  ARLINGTON, TexasThis one was a beauty all right — but it was no beauty contest.  —  “It was ugly,” Angels outfielder Torii Hunter said of the team's 9-7 loss …

All-Star rosters expand to 33 players  —  NL and AL will each carry a 13th pitcher on staffs  —  Major League Baseball moved on Wednesday to alleviate a nagging problem, expanding All-Star rosters for the July 14 game in St. Louis to include one more pitcher, for a total of 33 players on each squad.

Hanley records RBI in 10th straight game  —  Shortstop's streak the longest in the Majors in 2009  —  MIAMI — Hanley Ramirez's RBI rampage continues.  —  The Marlins shortstop dropped a two-run double in the third inning off Washington's Jordan Zimmermann, extending his club-record string …

Source: Cubs deal for Rockies' Baker  —  The Chicago Cubs have acquired Jeff Baker  —  from the Colorado Rockies, according to a source close to the club.  —  It is unclear who the Rockies will receive in return for Baker or the Cubs' plans for him.  —  Baker, an infielder …

On Mullin, Bad Words and Hypocrites  —  It seems like a natural fit: Chris Mullin, New York guy and deposed general manager of the Warriors, going back to his home town for a job in the Knicks' front office.  I just wonder if Mullin, having taken a hard look at the scene, wants to make that move.

Indians Prospect Faked Age, Identity  —  Major League Baseball has caught another high-profile prospect from the Dominican Republic misrepresenting his age and identity.  —  MLB's latest catch is Indians shortstop Jose Osoria, who signed for $575,000 last year on July 2.

The 39 strikeouts: Dodgers take series from Rockies with 1-0 finale victory  —  After striking out 17 Colorado Rockies in 13 innings Monday and 12 in nine innings Tuesday, Dodger pitchers wrapped up an almost dominating performance against their Rocky Mountain rivals, fanning 10 in a 1-0 victory today at Dodger Stadium.

Personal struggle leads Snell back to Indianapolis  —  Indianapolis - A former major league pitcher is back in Indianapolis following a tough personal battle.  —  Ian Snell returned to Indianapolis last week, back to the friendly confines of Victory Field.  —  “It's something about this stadium that brings out the best of me.

Mets might be on a road to nowhere  —  Buzz up!  —  Magic bus?  Jerry Manuel's decree that the New York Mets all share a ride to the ballpark Wednesday morning in Milwaukee probably beat the alternative - 25 players, 25 cabs.  At least it reduced the chances of anyone repeating …

Yanks confirm Nady will have surgery  —  Right elbow operation certain to end outfielder's season  —  NEW YORK — Unable to avoid the inevitability any longer, the Yankees announced on Wednesday that outfielder Xavier Nady has abandoned his attempts to rehab his right elbow …