MILWAUKEE — After blowing his major league-leading fifth save on Friday night in a 4-3 loss to the Brewers, Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said Saturday embattled reliever Jason Isringhausen will no longer be the team’s closer.
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Vernon Wells will go from leading the Blue Jays in home runs and RBIs to leading the team in cheers after the two-time all-star outfielder was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a broken left wrist. He is expected to miss six to eight weeks.
• Star shortstop Hanley Ramirez has agreed to the framework of a $70 million, six-year contract to remain with the Marlins.
• Already missing Alex Rodriguez, the Yankees lost backup Wilson Betemit with an injured hamstring. The team will recall infielder Alberto Gonzalez from Triple-A to replace Betemit.
• The Braves recalled Chuck James from Triple-A Richmond and placed reliever Buddy Carlyle on the 15-day DL with a strained neck.
• The A’s activated outfielder Travis Buck and optioned him to Triple-A Sacramento.
• The Angels placed infielder Chone Figgins on the 15-day DL and recalled first baseman Kendry Morales from Triple-A.
• Left-hander Glendon Rusch was outrighted to Triple-A Portland by the Padres to make room for lefty Sean Henn.
