Torre MLB To Look At Possible Clubhouse Drinking Ban - RealGM Wiretap Major League Baseball executive vice president of baseball operations Joe Torre plans to look into the drinking that went on in the Red Sox clubhouse this past season. As a result http://www.knicksofficialonline.com/Lance-Stephenson-Jersey/ , baseball may ban the practice from all clubhouses, according to multiple reports. "It's something we're concerned about, just to make sure that we get all the facts and that's my area," Torre said. "I know I have plans just to talk to some people." Red Sox starting pitcher Jon Lester admitted to drinking in the team's clubhouse during games while Clay Buchholz told WEEI in Boston on Thursday that he drank beer, too. The Boston Globe, citing "team sources," reported that fellow starters Josh Beckett and John Lackey were also involved in the beer-drinking controversy. There are no details as to what an MLB investigation would include. "It's something we're going to look at and find the best way to approach it, let's put it that way," Torre said. "That's one thing where I feel comfortable, the fact that I played and I managed. I have no problem talking to someone in regards to baseball http://www.knicksofficialonline.com/Kristaps-Porzingis-Jersey/ , whether it's behavior or otherwise." There are 13 teams that allow alcohol in the clubhouse, including the Red Sox, the Globe reports. Morneau Struggling To Hit Left Handers - RealGM Wiretap Justin Morneau, who couldn't play less than a year ago because of concussion issues, is hitting right-handed pitching like an elite slugger. He has 10 home runs and almost a .500 slugging percentage against right-handers, numbers close to stars like Joey Votto, Carlos Gonzalez and Josh Hamilton. His 1.070 OPS against righties is fifth best in the major leagues. However, the Minnesota first baseman is not hitting lefties. Of the 168 hitters who qualify for the batting title, Morneau ranks 168th in batting average (.097), 168th in on-base percentage (.123) and 163rd in slugging percentage (.210) against lefties. Ellsbury Yankees Have Chip On Their Shoulder - RealGM Wiretap

Jacoby Ellsbury believes the New York Yankees are motivated to perform after a disappointing 2014 season.

"They worked hard http://www.knicksofficialonline.com/John-Starks-Jersey/ , seeing them in the clubhouse, and obviously you can tell they put on some strength from their size," Ellsbury said. "I think guys have a chip on their shoulder and want to go out there and perform at the highest level."

Ellsbury, who was one of the most productive Yankees last season, is entering the second year of the massive seven-year, $153 million deal he signed with New York.

"I was talking to Mac [Brian McCann] about it; it's just nice to see familiar faces and teammates," Ellsbury said. "Just all those little things that you go through with a new team. It's a simple, easy transition. I thought it was easy last year, but it's just really nice this year to come in and know the clubhouse guys, little stuff like that."

Cody Ross Red Sox Gaining Momentum On Contract Talks - RealGM Wiretap

Talks between the Boston Red Sox and Cody Ross on a new contract have gained "some momentum http://www.knicksofficialonline.com/Joakim-Noah-Jersey/ ," according to a source familiar with the negotiations.

Ross will be eligible for free agency five days after the end of the World Series.

Ross signed a one-year, $3 million deal with Boston prior to the 2012 season.

Sandoval Open To Midseason Talks With Giants - RealGM Wiretap

Pablo Sandoval has told his agent, Gustavo Vasquez, to continue negotiating with the San Francisco Giants about a possible contract extension during the season.

It remains to be seen if the Giants are open to doing so at this point.

Brian Sabean typically avoids in-season contract talks.

There was a considerable gap when the two sides last spoke. Sandoval is looking for a five-year, $90 million deal, while the Giants were looking at $40 million over three seasons.

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