Backup role makes Torrealba available - The Denver Post

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The Rockies have told catcher Yorvit Torrealba they would be willing to listen to trade offers for him since he has lost his starting job to Chris Iannetta. The problem is finding a match. Torrealba, who has not demanded a deal, has approximately $5.3 million remaining on a two-year contract signed last winter. The Marlins, who open a four-game series at Coors Field tonight, are seeking a ... [link]

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Published 7/3/2008 by Rox Girl at Purple Row: Front Page Posts
... Not mentioned by Krieger, but suddenly available is one Yorvit Torrealba, who has become disaffected by the Rockies decision to start a catcher that produces more than once or twice a week. Since there were scouts in the stands last night, it's probably good that yesterday was one of those times. The Marlins have been looking at the Nationals Paul Lo Duca, but apparently are no longer interested in Yorvit. Otherwise, the buyers in the catching market look absent right now, but I wouldn't expect it remain that way. At the very least, the Rockies should be able to move him this ...

MLB Trade Rumors: C.C. Sabathia, A.J. Burnett Et Al
Published 7/3/2008 by faketeams at FakeTeams: Front Page Posts
... The Denver Post reports the Rockies have told C Yorvit Torrealba he is being made available thanks to the one-year delayed emergence of Chris Iannetta.  With $5.3 MM remaining on the two-year deal he inked last winter, he should be an attractvie target for every team looking for a catcher.  The Florida Marlins look like a good fit, no offense to Mr. & Mrs. Trainor and Hoover. ...

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