rangersblog.dallasnews.com - 7/29/2008
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It turns out Hank Blalock didn't have an upset stomach. He had a sore shoulder (though that might be enough to upset his stomach, but he said his stomach is fine). He started feeling it in Oakland and it got...
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Lone Star Ball —
... Continuing the DMN blog theme, Richard Durrett is now saying that Hank Blalock has a sore shoulder that could land him on the DL. So that's probably that for his trade possibilities, and if this winds up leading to another extended DL stay, his value in the offseason - both to the Rangers and in trade - would have to be in question. ...
Teixeira heads to Disneyland (and other Tuesday items)
Roto Arcade —
... Red Sox
discussing a Manny Ramirez deal (Boston would get Matt Kemp or more likely
Andre Ethier as part of the give-back). Take that for what it's worth.
• Adam LaRoche's rib-cage injury ultimately forced a DL move, a shame because he's been white hot for a few weeks. Doug Mientkiewicz picks up the at-bats, something you can ignore in mixed leagues.
• Hank Blalock missed Monday's game with a sore shoulder, not an upset stomach, according to the Dallas Morning News. ...
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