Carlos Zambrano Rumors & Injury Update

'So far, so good' for Carlos Zambrano

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. talked Tuesday about his plans for Carlos Zambrano, who signed a minor-league contract last week. "He pitches again (Tuesday in extended spring) and we’ll try to get him stretched out before we get him into a game in the lower minors. Maybe in Clearwater first," Amaro told The Philadelphia Inquirer. "We’ll see if he’s a viable option for us. At some point he’ll go to the upper levels once he gets stretched out. So far, so good with him."

May 21, 2013

Phillies | Carlos Zambrano appears in extended spring

KFFL — Philadelphia Phillies SP Carlos Zambrano posted five strikeouts over two innings in his first appearance ...

May 18, 2013

Carlos Zambrano makes extended spring debut

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Phillies pitcher Carlos Zambrano made his debut at extended spring training Saturday, throwing two scoreless innings on 44 pitches. Zambrano struck out five batters and allowed one hit. Zambrano is on a minor-league contract and has no promise from the team about earning a promotion, but he does have a July 1 opt-out on his contract.

May 18, 2013

Phillies | Carlos Zambrano, John Lannan could enter rotation

KFFL — Philadelphia Phillies SP Carlos Zambrano will pitch two innings at extended spring training Saturday, May ...

May 18, 2013

Here's the Phillies' timeline for Carlos Zambrano

High Cheese | Philadelphia Daily News — GM Ruben Amaro Jr. says the Phillies need to wait until the veteran righty is stretched out before evaluating him.

Philadelphia Phillies May 17, 2013

Phils sign Zambrano to a minor league deal

Phils-ville | phillyBurbs — PHILADELPHIA — Hide the women, children and water coolers. Carlos Zambrano is now a part of the Phillies' organization.

Philadelphia Phillies May 17, 2013

Carlos Zambrano has July 1 opt-out

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Carlos Zambrano, who signed a minor-league deal with the Phillies Wednesday, will report to extended spring training and the team has made no promises about him being called up to the majors, according to CBSSports.com Baseball Insider Danny Knobler. Zambrano, however, does have a July 1 opt-out on his contract. The Phillies were one of a few teams that scouted Zambrano in Miami Monday. "We're just looking to add some starting pitching depth to the organization. We're taking a chance. It's low-risk, hopefully high-reward," assistant general manager Scott Proefrock said.

May 16, 2013

Carlos Zambrano signs with Phillies

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Free-agent pitcher Carlos Zambrano has agreed to a minor-league deal with the Phillies, the team announced Wednesday. Zambrano last pitched in the majors in 2012, going 7-10 with a 4.49 ERA in 35 appearances (20 starts) for Miami.

May 16, 2013

Zambrano inks minor-league deal

Courier-Post — It's no secret the Phillies need pitching depth. So, a week after Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. called the signing 'ridiculously premature,' the team signed Carlos Zambrano to a minor-league deal Wednesday.

Philadelphia Phillies May 15, 2013

Former teammates happy for Zambrano

Chicago Cubs Blog | ESPN Chicago — CHICAGO -- The news of Carlos Zambrano's return to professional baseball with the Philadelphia Phillies was not shocking to several former Chicago Cubs teammates. Zambrano signed a minor-league deal with the Phillies on Tuesday. The contract gives no assurances Zambrano will make the major league roster. The 31-year-old pitcher can opt out of his agreement with the Phillies in July if he has not been promoted to the 25-man roster. "I always saw Zambrano when he was here in a good way," Soriano said.

Chicago Cubs May 15, 2013

Carlos Zambrano, Phillies agree to minor league deal

Chicago Sun-Times — PHILADELPHIA — Right-hander Carlos Zambrano has agreed to a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. Zambrano will report this week to Clearwater, Fla., for extended spring training. The three-time All-Star rhasn’t pitched in the majors since last September with Miami. Zambrano, 31, is 132-91 with a 3.66 ERA in 12 seasons, including 11 with the Chicago Cubs, averaging 14 wins with a 3.43 ERA from 2003-10. He was 16-17 with a 4.66 ERA the last two seasons. …

Chicago Cubs May 15, 2013

Phillies have little to lose with new Carlos Zambrano deal

High Cheese | Philadelphia Daily News — The Phillies have agreed to terms with veteran pitcher Carlos Zambrano, who will report to Clearwater later this week.

Philadelphia Phillies May 15, 2013

Report: Zambrano lands with Phillies

Cubs Blog | Chicago Breaking Sports — CBSSports.com reports: After agreeing last week to join the independent Long Island Ducks, former Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano has signed a minor league deal with the Philadelphia Phillies.

Chicago Cubs May 15, 2013

At least one former teammate of Zambrano likes his chances with the Phillies

The Phillies Files | Morning Call — After Chase Utley and Charlie Manuel made everyone laugh when they posed for a picture with The Wiggles during batting practice, assistant GM Scott Proefrock addressed a more pressing issue: a Phillies signing. The Phillies signed right-hander Carlos Zambrano to...

Philadelphia Phillies May 15, 2013

Big Z, Phillies agree to minor league deal

Chicago Cubs Blog | ESPN Chicago — PHILADELPHIA -- Right-hander Carlos Zambrano has agreed to a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. Zambrano will report this week to Clearwater, Fla., for extended spring training. The three-time All-Star hasn't pitched in the majors since last September with Miami. Read the entire story.

Chicago Cubs May 15, 2013