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Cubs acquire right-handed pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from Oakland | Cubs.com: Official Info
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Cubs acquire right-handed pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from Oakland | Cubs.com: Official Info
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CHICAGO -- The Chicago Cubs today acquired right-handed pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the Oakland Athletics for right-handed pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielder Matt Murton, infielder Eric Patterson and catcher Josh Donaldson. Harden, 26, is 36-19 with a 3.42 ERA (206 ER/541.2 IP) in 97 appearances (89 starts) in all or part of the last six seasons with Oakland. He ...

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Trade Speculator - Done Deal!
The Outsiders Look at the Insides of Baseball — MLB.com is reporting that the Chicago Cubs have acquired Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the Oakland A's for Sean Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson, and minor league catcher Josh Donaldson. This is already shaping up to be one exciting Trade Deadline. Despite being a rather knee-jerk reaction, the Cubs did well with what little they have. The feeling around the organization must be that Murton and Patterson are not going to provide much in terms of major league production, while Donaldson is undeniably blocked. The A's on the other hand must have decided that they were never safe with Harden, and that he was better traded, then 'being' traded. I'll begin looking at how the Cubs did ...

Quick hits
Your Face is a Sports Blog — I guess Spain can't win at every sporting event: Bulls 18, Spaniards (and assorted tourists) 0 Oh, it's OK, ex-Viking Darrion Scott wasn't trying to kill his two year-old son by putting a plastic bag over his head - he was just playing "Boogeyman" with him . Surprisingly, the boy's mom did not find this so assuming. Remember the Tour de France? Know what's crazy - they're still having it ! In fact, it's going on right now - some German guy is leading it or something. Serious news alert: Rich Harden traded by the A's with Chad Gaudin to the Cubs for various cans of corn.

Cubs Acquire Rich Harden
Bucs Dugout — ... " following the Brewers' acquisition of C.C. Sabathia, Jim Hendry and the Cubs have dealt for Rich Harden. They also receive pitcher Chad Gaudin. The A's get pitcher Sean Gallagher, infielder Eric Patterson, outfielder Matt Murton and minor league catcher Josh Donaldson. That's an awful lot of pitching talent that's entered the division in the past few days. ...

A’s Trade Harden & Gaudin to Cubs
A Minor Consideration — The A’s have made their first trade of the season, sending oft-injured but highly talented pitcher Rich Harden and right-hander Chad Gaudin to the Cubs. In return, the A’s get outfielder Eric Patterson, pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielder Matt Murton, and minor-league catcher Josh Donaldson. Patterson is the younger brother of Dusty Baker’s favorite guy, Corey Patterson. Corey was a five-tool guy who just couldn’t put it together, but his younger brother shows more promise. He’s not a power hitter, but he can play left-field and second base, and has plus speed and a good contact bat. He doesn’t walk much, though. ...

Cubs vs. Brewers - Tale of the Tape
Siberian Baseball — A day after Milwaukee officially signs CC Sabathia, the Cubs have returned fire, picking up Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the A's for Eric Patterson, Matt Murton, Sean Gallagher and minor league catcher, Josh Donaldson. The media cycle in Chicago is playing this as an arms race - Get it? Arms race? Because they're pitchers? - where the Cubs are reacting directly to the Sabathia signing by picking up a pitcher of their own. Certainly Chicago is using this year's current success to trade on a logjam of outfielders - moving Patterson and Murton - and Geovany Soto's All-Star season to send another young catcher on his way out west, but to infer that the move was solely ...

From the Wire....Harden and Gaudin to the Cubs
ChicagoCubsOnline.com — According to reports on ESPN 1000 in Chicago, the Cubs have traded Eric Patterson , Matt Murton , Sean Gallagher and Josh Donaldson to the Oakland A's for Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin . Updated - 6:07pm C.T. - It's Official.....The Cubs have acquired ...

Update on The latest Cub Unicorn
The Cub Reporter (TCR) | A Chicago Cubs Blog — There is this article in today's Sun-Times about Rich Harden's winter rehab. He's working on a  6 day a week strengthening program that could be the most rigorous of any Cub this offseason. It's designed to "ease" him up to pitching conditions by the end of spring training. Fine. I remember this somewhere in the not too distant Cub past (including the Larry Rothschild quotes). Flushed with a strong sense of Déjà vu, I finally saw some new information in the article: But sources also confirmed Saturday that Harden has a tear in the joint, just severe enough that some players might seek surgery but slight enough to be in a range often treated effectively with a ...

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Cubs Acquire Rich Harden & Chad Gaudin from Oakland
viewfromthebleachers.com 7/8/2008 — CHICAGO - The Chicago Cubs today acquired right-handed pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the Oakland Athletics for right-handed pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielder Matt Murton, infielder Eric Patterson and catcher Josh Donaldson. Harden, 26, is ...
Chicago Cubs Trade Rumors - Rich Harden & Gil Meche
toweldrills.com 7/3/2008 — The very latest on the Chicago Cubs trade rumors and news. Keep coming back to Towel Drills for our extensive trade rumor coverage as the July 31st trade deadline nears and the hot stove continues to heat up. This time out we take a detailed look at Rich Harden and Gil Meche.
Cubs Pursuing Harden In Wake Of Sabathia Deal
mlbtraderumors.com 7/7/2008 — How will the Cubs counter the Brewers' C.C. Sabathia acquisition?  They simply can't match it, but the next best thing might be Rich Harden .  Harden is also a frontline starter, but he lacks Sabathia's durability. According to Chris De ...
Chicago Cubs Trade Rumors - July 8th; Rich Harden, AJ Burnett, Rich Hill, and more
toweldrills.com 7/8/2008 — The very latest on the Chicago Cubs trade rumors and news. Keep coming back to TowelDrills.com for our extensive trade rumor coverage as the July 31st trade deadline nears and the hot stove continues to heat up. This time out we take a detailed look at how the Cubs will answer the CC Sabathia trade, analyzing a deal for Rich Harden and looking at AJ Burnett, Rich Hill, and others.
Cubs Want Some Harden
athleticsnation.com 7/8/2008 — EDITOR'S NOTE:  I found this to be the topic that I want to talk about all the time now because we're really getting to a fascinating time of year.  The trading deadline is just a little over three weeks away and the A's are sliding a bit ...
Cubs Trade For Rich Harden
hotfootblog.com 7/8/2008 — The Chicago Cubs have traded pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielder Matt Murton,...
A's Trade Harden to Cubs
lifeinthecell.com 7/8/2008 — The A's have traded Rich Harden to the Cubs for a surprisingly weak yield.
A's Trade Harden and Gaudin to the Cubs
athleticsnation.com 7/8/2008 — The first AN diary discussion. From the Chicago Sun Times : The Cubs have traded for Oakland A's pitcher Rich Harden in a multi-player deal. This counters the move of the Milwaukee Brewers, who acquired CC Sabathia. The Cubs also acquired ...
Cubbies Have a Harden
babeslovebaseball.com 7/9/2008 — The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed pitcher (and left-handed batter) Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade Tuesday, along with righty Chad Gaudin in exchange for right-handed pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielders Matt Murton and Eric Patterson, and minor league catcher Josh Donaldson.
Breaking: Cubs Acquire Rich Harden from Oakland
thebiglead.com 7/9/2008 — Talk about upstaging a division rival on the night its new pitcher is debuting: The Cubs just landed Rich Harden and reliever Chad Gaudin from the A’s for SP Sean Gallagher, OF Matt Murton, and two others. Sorry there’s no link, we just ...
Cubs Land Harden
baseballanalysts.com 7/9/2008 — The Cubs get Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin, the Athletics get Scott Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson and Josh Donaldson. "Wow, Hendry got the better of Beane." "This is a deal that seems to make sense for everyone." "Wait, maybe the A's got ...
Chicago Cubs Acquire Rich Harden, Chad Gaudin
toweldrills.com 7/9/2008 — The very latest on the Chicago Cubs blockbuster trade for Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin for Sean Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson, and Josh Donaldson.
Cubs get Harden
baseballprospectus.com 7/9/2008 — The Cubs have countered the Brewers ‘ move of trading for C.C. Sabathia in a big way as they have acquired right-handers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the Athletics for right-hander Sean Gallagher , outfielder Matt Murton and ...
Rich Harden traded to the Chicago Cubs: Reaction
toweldrills.com 7/9/2008 — Great roundup of the reaction to the trade that brings Rich Harden from the Oakland A's to the Chicago Cubs.
MLB Weekly - C.C Sabathia Traded To Brewers & More
allhiphopsports.blogspot.com 7/8/2008 — In this week's edition of MLB Weekly: CC Sabathia Traded to Brewers, The Cubs Look At Harden & Burnett, Johan Santana in Decline?, Ragers Rookie Chris Davis, Trade Rumors, and More
Short Hops: Back to work Monday Edition
blog.baseballdigestdaily.com 7/8/2008 — With Sabathia going to Milwaukee, the Cubs are looking towards Rich Harden of the Oakland Athletics. This according to Chris De Luca of the Chicago Sun times. ...The Dodgers are in the market for a Shortstop due to Rafael Furcal being injury prone this year - and his return from the DL is hazy. The rumor is that they're pursuing SS Jack Wilson of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Harden and Gaudin to Cubs
battersbox.ca 7/8/2008 — Per Jason Stark on SportsCenter . Presumably one less team to trade for Burnett. The A's get Sean Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson and Josh Donaldson.
CUBS STRIKE BACK
docksquadsports.com 7/9/2008 — Cubs trade for A's Starting pitcher Rich Harden. My thoughts about this...
Catfish Stew: Harden and Gaudin Traded to Cubs
catfishstew.baseballtoaster.com 7/9/2008 — Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin were traded to the Cubs today for pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielder Matt Murton, infielder Eric Patterson and catcher Josh Donaldson.
Cubs Get Dick Harden...
sportsyenta.blogspot.com 7/9/2008 — And they didn't even have to use Cialis. The Cubs took all of 24 hours to respond to Milwaukee's acquisition of portly lefty C.C. Sabathia, grabbing starter Rich Harden from Oakland to shore up the pitching rotation. The Cubs also added Chad Gaudin, ...
Rich Harden Traded To The Chicago Cubs — Knuckle Curve
The Chicago Cubs wanted C.C. Sabathia but Sabathia got traded to the Milwaukee Brewers. The Cubs consolation prize is a pretty darn good pitcher — Rich Harden, formerly of the Oakland Athletics. In the trade, the Cubs got Harden and pitcher Chad Gaudin. In return, the Cubs sent Sean Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson and Josh Donaldson to Oakland. Harden has been a very good ...
Cubs Make Deal for Harden — Eli's MLB Rumors
Cubs GM Jim Hendry wasted no time answering the Brewers move for Sabathia the other day. He landed RH starter Rich Harden from the A's. He said the deal was in the works for the last couple of weeks but heated up over the holiday weekend. Harden is only 26 and has an option for '09. He has a 5-3 record with a 2.34 ERA in 13 starts and 92 SO in 77 innings. While his numbers are good and he is ...
Trade: Harden to Cubs — Watching the Game
The Cubs wasted little time in answering the Brewers' aquisition of CC Sabathia. Rich Harden isn't quite as much of a sure thing as Sabathia is, but if he can stay healthy he can provide similar results. While I liked the Sabathia deal for both the Brewers and the Indians, I'm not as sure that I like this deal for Oakland. Perhaps they felt that they had to strike while the Cubs were still ...
Harden and Gaudin to Cubs — Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
In a article on SFGate.com it's says that: Harden, Gaudin gone Capping a few days of rumors, the A's traded Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin to the Cubs for right-handed pitcher Sean Gallagher, catcher Josh Donaldson, infielder Eric Patterson and outfielder Matt Murton (stats in press release) . Just on a quick look, the haul seems a little disappointing, especially with Gaudin included. ...
Fantasy Fallout: Harden headed to Wrigleyville — Roto Arcade
Rich Harden is headed to the Chicago Cubs . And, while that's certainly an interesting development on both a fantasy and reality level, it's never really been about where Harden pitches. It's always been about how often Harden pitches. Coming into this season, Harden brought a well-deserved reputation for being fragile – years of DL stints for various injuries (shoulder, elbow, ...
Harden (a Cub) — Fantasy Baseball Through The Eyes of a Gaijin
Rich Harden of the A's was traded to the Cubs for a handful of other players that don't have too much fantasy value as of right now (Gallagher, Murton, Patterson, and a minor leaguer Donaldson). This is great news for owners who have Harden because, as you know, I love pitchers moving into the NL from the AL, why you ask? Well, for one the NL is an easier league to contend with on a day to day ...
— Al's Ramblings
Cubs pick up Rich Harden and a reliever for 4 players, including 2 of my favorites, Matt Murton and Eric Patterson, two guys the Cubs do not seem to think much of, but just seem to have good OBP's at every level. If Harden stays healthy, the Cubs probably come out of this well...of course, Sabathia could throw one pitch and get hurt too, but all you can do is go by their history, and Harden's
Cubs Get Rich Harden — The Cub Reporter (TCR) | A Chicago Cubs Blog
While I'm refreshing Foxsports.com for the freaking lineup like a dumbass, Jim Hendry and Billy Beane go and pull a trade. The Cubs are getting pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin for Sean Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson and Josh Donaldson. Hold on... (catches breath) (jumps up and down) (pumps fist in air) Sweet. I have to admit that losing Sean ...
Harden a Cub — baseballmusings.com
A huge trade goes down between the Cubs and the Athletics. Rich Harden goes to Chicago with Chad Gaudin for four players: The Cubs answered the Brewers acquisition of CC Sabathia, picking up Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from Oakland...
Cubs get Rich Harden — BBTF's Baseball Primer Newsblog
CHICAGO (AP)—The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Athletics in a mutiplayer trade. This just in.
Cubs acquire Harden in six-player swap — MLB - Sports Rumors - Yahoo! Sports
The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia. The Cubs will receive the right-handed Harden and righty Chad Gaudin for pitcher Sean Gallagher , outfielders Matt Murton and Eric Patterson , and minor leaguer John Donaldson. Harden, scheduled to be a free agent after the 2009 ...
Harden a Cub — Lone Star Ball
The A's have traded Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin to the Cubs:  The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia. The Cubs will receive the right-handed Harden and righty Chad Gaudin for pitcher Sean Gallagher , outfielders Matt Murton and Eric Patterson , ...
Harden traded to Cubs — Fantasy Sports
BY ADAM RONIS The Cubs didn't wait long to respond to the Brewers acquiring C.C. Sabathia . The Cubs acquired starting pitcher Rich Harden and pitcher Chad Gaudin from the A's for pitcher Sean Gallagher , outfielder Matt Murton , infielder Eric Patterson and catcher Josh Donaldson . Harden is 5-1 with a 2.34 ERA in 15 starts, but health is always a concern.
Breaking News: Harden to the Cubs — My Pinstripes
The Cubs have countered the Brewers acquisition of CC Sabathia by trading for the A's Rich Harden . The Cubs will also receive pitcher Chad Gaudin and will pitcher Sean Gallagher , outfielder Matt Murton , infielder Eric Patterson and catcher Josh Donaldson to Oakland .
Breaking News: Harden Traded To Chicago — The 3rd String Safety
Comcast Sportsnet Chicago reports that the Cubs have acquired Rich Harden from the Athletics in a six-player deal. The Cubs will reportedly also get Chad Guadin from the A’s in exchange for RHP Sean Gallagher, outfielder Matt Murton, infielder Eric Patterson and catcher Josh Donaldson. Breakdown and analysis to follow.
The Chicago Cubs are the proud owners of Rich Harden — Diamond Hoggers
Just two days after the Milwaukee Brewers made the move that might have put them over the top in the NL Central, the Cubs have countered with an equal shot-in-the-arm type deal that could make them World Series favorites if things fall the right way with the centerpiece of this deal. The Chicago Cubs today acquired right-handed pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the Oakland ...
Cubs Acquire Rich Harden — Unrestricted View
Well, here comes the other foot. The Cubs picked up Rich Harden, as reported by ESPN. The Network reports it's for Gallager, Murton and little Patterson. Let's see what the deal is like before I comment further that this: Sweet. And, please don't get hurt. Go Cubs!!
Cubs Have Harden In Mind With CC Gone? — wrigleyville23
I would be unspeakably happy - and even more nervous - if the Cubs were to trade for Rich Harden . He breaks as much as Wood or Prior, though not as severely. The above link is screwy, but here is the relevant part: The Cubs have spent a lot of time on the phone recently with Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane trying to pry away right-hander Rich Harden. Expect the phone lines to ...
A Harden Day's Night: Cubs 7, Reds 3 — Bleed Cubbie Blue
The Cubs beat the Reds 7-3 last night, but I know all any Cubs fan wants to discuss this morning is the Cubs' acquisition of Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin from the A's, which was announced a couple of hours before game time. So. What do I think? I haven't changed my mind. There's no doubt that Rich Harden has a great arm and can be one of the most dominant pitchers in the game -- when he's ...
Baseball Notebook — Baseball, Etcetera
Harden Traded To Cubs Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin were traded yesterday to the Cubs while the Athletics received Sean Gallagher, Matt Murton, Eric Patterson and Josh Donaldson a minor league prospect. Harden was 5-1 with a 2.34 ERA for Oakland this season while striking out 92 in 77 innings. Harden has 13 starts this season which equals the 13 starts he had combined during the 2006 and ...
Cubs acquire RHP Harden from Athletics (AP) — Yahoo! Sports - MLB News
The Chicago Cubs acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade on Tuesday, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia. The Cubs received the right-handed Harden and righty Chad Gaudin for pitcher ...
Cubs land pitcher Rich Harden from Athletics — Boston.com -- Baseball News
The Chicago Cubs acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade on Tuesday, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia.
Cubs land pitcher Rich Harden from Athletics — The Seattle Times: Sports
The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia.
Beane defends Harden trade — Major League Baseball News
A's general manager Billy Beane isn't afraid to make an unpopular trade, and he made what figures to be another one on Tuesday, when he sent right-handers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin to the Cubs for a four-player package.
Harden, Gaudin not shocked by deal — Major League Baseball News
Pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin were not shocked by Tuesday's deal that sent them from the A's to the Chicago Cubs. But both are sad to leave behind teammates and friends with Oakland, unsure of how they'll fit in in Windy City.
Cubs land pitcher Harden from Oakland — Boston.com -- Baseball News
The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player deal on Tuesday.
Brewers react to Cubs getting Harden — Major League Baseball News
The Brewers found their NL Central rivals, the Cubs, responding quickly to their acquisition of CC Sabathia by trading for Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics. General manager Doug Melvin is keeping a close eye on his team's roster.
A's receive four for Harden, Gaudin — Major League Baseball News
After days of trade talks circling the A's clubhouse, Oakland made a deal official on Tuesday by announcing the trade of pitchers Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin to the Chicago Cubs in a six-player deal.
Cubs respond to CC trade, get Harden from A's — FOXSports.com News for MLB
The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia. The Cubs will receive the right-handed Harden and righty Chad Gaudin for pitcher Sean ...
Cubs land pitcher Rich Harden from Athletics in 6-player deal — USATODAY.com MLB - Top Stories
The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade, a day after the rival Milwaukee ...
Cubs acquire pitcher Rich Harden in trade with A's — The Seattle Times: Sports
The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade, a day after the rival Milwaukee Brewers landed CC Sabathia.
Cubs respond to Sabathia deal, obtain Harden — Latest Sporting News Articles for MLB
CHICAGO (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a s...
Cubs hope to get Rich; Harden pursuit to heat up — Chicago Sun-Times :: Chicago Cubs ::
Chris De Luca: The Cubs have spent a lot of time on the phone recently with Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane trying to pry away right-hander Rich Harden.
Rich Harden working on staying healthy — Chicago Sun-Times :: Chicago Cubs ::
"The Waddle and Silvy Show" on WMVP-AM (1000) got a hold of new Cubs pitcher Rich Harden this morning. Here's the transcript:
CUBS DEAL FOR HARDEN — NY Post: Sports
CHICAGO - One day after the Brewers landed an ace, the Cubs answered. Intent on ending their 100-year drought without a World Series title, the NL Central leaders yesterday acquired right-hander Rich Harden in a six-player deal with the A's...
NL | Title-hungry Cubs trade for A's Rich Harden — The Seattle Times: Sports
Intent on ending their 100-year drought without a World Series title, the NL Central leaders acquired talented right-hander Rich Harden in a six-player deal with the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday.
Gaudin not just a throw-in for Cubs — Major League Baseball News
The "other guy" in the Cubs' trade for Rich Harden has quality stuff and merits mention. The right-hander began the season starting for the Athletics, and posted a 3-2 record in six outings.
A's Duchscherer's 2-hitter blanks M's (AP) — Yahoo! Sports - MLB News
Justin Duchscherer faced only three batters over the minimum and threw a two-hitter to lead the Oakland Athletics to a 2-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night. The right-hander allowed a two-out double to Richie Sexson in the ...
Cubs Nab A's Ace Harden in Six-Player Deal — Wash Post MLB
The Cubs acquired RHP Rich Harden from the Athletics in a six-player trade yesterday, a day after the rival Brewers landed LHP CC Sabathia .
Cubs' Hendry gets jump on Deadline — Major League Baseball News
The Cubs got a head start on other teams before the Trade Deadline, and answered the Milwaukee Brewers' acquisition of CC Sabathia by acquiring starter Rich Harden and reliever Chad Gaudin on Tuesday from the Oakland Athletics for four players.