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For most of us who read this blog, we all know about the Brian Roberts saga. In my opinion, I think it’s not a matter if Roberts will be traded, but when. Here’s the latest: From MLB Trade Rumors, Via the Chicago Sun Times: “We’ve actually got some movement this morning on the Brian Roberts front. According to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times, the Cubs ... [link]

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A Deal Close to Being Done With Roberts? The Cubs Are Sweeting Up the Deal…
Published 3/14/2008 by Maryland Orioles' Fan at Oriole Post - Baltimore Orioles Analysis & News; The World of Baseball and Beyond
... America) in the 4-for-1 deal. Wittenmyer also notes that the deal could be expanded to a 5-for-2 with cash if Jason Marquis and Jay Payton are included. He believes a deal will get done before Opening Day, but it may go down to the wire.” Andy MacPhail is no doubt looking for the best deal possible for the Orioles down the road and Chicago really needs a standout leadoff hitter. (A special shut-out to Ian of Sox and Dogs for the update...) Read the rest of this entry »

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