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MLB rumors: Latest news, buzz, and rumors

Here's the latest on MLB news and rumors.

Through the first month and a half of the Major League Baseball, rumors are already starting to fly about deals that could be made before the trade deadline.

As teams scramble to get a foothold of their positions in their respective divisions, injuries have already derailed some teams potential at a postseason berth.

Here is the latest news and rumors from around the league.

Rumors and News

• Detroit's JD Martinez said he would like to finish career with the team, but contract talks are unlikely this season. (MLB.com)

• South Korean court denied the appeal of infielder Jung Ho Kang over DUI charge; Kang has been on the restricted list for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

• Twins management say they were tempted to trade pitcher Ervin Santana last offseason but held off. (FanRag Sports)

Texas Rangers pitcher Cole Hamels won't rule out return to the Phillies. Hamels spent 10 seasons with Philadelphia and is currently on the disable list. (Philly.com)

• The Houston Astros will be aggressively pursuing pitching before the trade deadline. (FOX Sports)

Injuries

Atlanta Braves placed third baseman Adonis Garcia on the 10-day disabled list with Left achilles tendinitis. Move is retroactive to May 16.

• Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman set for MRI and a CT scan on wrist after being hit by pitch.

San Diego Padres placed pitcher Trevor Cahill on the 10-day disabled list with strained right shoulder. Move is retroactive to May 14.

• Pirates placed outfielder Gregory Polanco on the 10-day disabled list with left hamstring strain. Move is retroactive to May 15.

Miami Marlins placed pitcher Junichi Tazawa on the 10-day disabled list with rib cartelige inflammation. Move is retroactive to May 16, 2017.