LaRoche possibly being showcased in advance of trading deadline

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Dodgers Showcasing Andy LaRoche?
Published 7/22/2008 by Tim Dierkes at MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com
... Dodgers manager Joe Torre pledged to play young third baseman Andy LaRoche in all three games of the current series against the Rockies.  Tony Jackson of the L.A. Daily News wonders whether the Dodgers are showcasing him.  Or, the Dodgers may just want to see if he can win the starting gig. ...

Morning Rumor Rumblings for 7/22
Published 7/22/2008 by Eric Stashin at Rotoprofessor
... for the article) is reporting that the Cardinals are looking to get a left-handed relief pitcher prior to the deadline, as they have ”expressed interest” in George Sherrill, the Orioles closer.  The Brewers are another team he says has interest in Sherrill. Goold also notes that Eddie Guardado could be another target for the Cardinals, with the Rangers supposively having “interest in Class AA starter Jess Todd”. Tony Jackson of The Los Angeles Daily News (click here for the post) is reporting that the Dodgers could be auditioning Andy LaRoche for a possible deal.  He has ...

Rumor Mill Roundup: July 22
Published 7/23/2008 at FanHouse
... right around the corner, our MLB editor brings you the top five rumors every day until July 31. - Sometimes with trade rumors, it's just a matter of connecting the dots. The Dodgers have a scout in Tampa Bay for this week's Rays-A's series, and with Los Angeles tied with Arizona atop the NL West, you can bet he isn't there to check out Evan Longoria. Back in Tinseltown, manager Joe Torre announced his intentions to showcase give Andy LaRoche plenty of time at third base over the next few weeks. Even considering Ned ...