Dan Haren Staying Put
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
Diamondbacks ace Dan Haren will not be traded, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports. A D'Backs official put it bluntly: "We're not trading him. We don't want to change our core."
Haren signed an extension in August of last year taking him through 2012 with a club option for 2013. The 28 year-old leads the NL with a ...
Note: False Santana Report, other Pitchers
MetsBlog.com —
There is a bogus Associated Press report floating around the Internets suggesting Johan Santana recently requested a trade from the Mets.
…from what i can gather, talking with people connected to the team, this is total nonsense… in fact, the Associated Press has not issued any such report, from what i can tell… i trust this is someone having fun with us, fans and reporters, on a day when our heads are spinning…
Speaking of pitchers…
Earlier this week, Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse said the Rays may look to trade Scott Kazmir, which, according ...
Mariners Ready To Sell?
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
The Mariners are shifting into "sell mode," according to Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports. Jarrod Washburn is available and contending teams may be able to pry pitchers Mark Lowe, Sean White and Brandon Morrow away as well.
One rival official says the Mariners are "about ready to ...
Sox and Rays Looking to Land V-Mart and Lee?
Sliding Into Home: A Yankees Blog —
Ken Rosenthal has the story: The Indians are indeed considering packaging left-hander Cliff Lee and catcher Victor Martinez in the same trade. But the possibility of such a deal occurring, one source said, is "very unlikely." The Red Sox have the prospects and financial flexibility to obtain both players, but almost certainly would be reluctant to trade the number of quality prospects the Indians would require. Informed of one report that said both the Red Sox and Rays were trying to negotiate a Lee-Martinez blockbuster, one Rays official said, "Please explain to me how we could do that." The Rays have been talking to the ...
Twins Targeting Relievers & Infielders
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
The Twins are targeting teams with both infielders and relievers available in the hopes of addressing their two biggest needs in one trade, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports. John Grabow and Freddy Sanchez could be packaged together, as could ...
Rockies Rumors: 'Pen, Spilborghs
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
The Rockies would to add a left-handed reliever, but won't necessarily be able to, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports. Here are the details:
There are few left-handers available. John Grabow and George Sherrill could be had, but they could cost ...
Washburn wants to be a Yankee
TYU —
After losing their last three games and falling further below the Angels and the Rangers in the AL West (they’re now 7 1/2 games out), Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi (FOX Sports) note that the Mariners are heading into sell mode. According to an unnamed official from a contending team who spoke with KR and JPM, “They’re about ready to do some things.” All of this, of course, is speculation, however, Jarrod Washburn—who is scheduled to start tonight against Toronto—has long been a Yankee target. Last year, the Yankees tried to acquire him but balked at the Mariners’ asking price. This year, the rumors continue to swirl ...
Yankees Deadline Update
No, You're a Towel —
The trade deadline is fast approaching so it's time to look at what the Yankees will do before Friday's deadline hits: Earlier on the blog: Bronson Arroyo coming to the Yankees Bronson Arroyo not coming to the ...
Rays — Buy or Sell?
Rays All Day —
... This afternoon, Foxsports.com’s Ken Rosenthal and John Paul Morosi post in their trade deadline column that the Rays now may be sellers, not buyers. I would agree that these next two games against the Yankees are crucial. But, I think it’s kind of funny that the best that Rosenthal and Morosi can do in their post to support the “sell” mode is to list several bullpen pitchers. ...
Washburn Officially Available
TYU —
Via MLBTR, just came down a few minutes ago:
Mariners Ready To Sell
By Ben Nicholson-Smith [July 28 at 6:06pm CST]
6:06pm: Jon Paul Morosi and Ken Rosenthal are now reporting that Washburn is “officially available” and have informed the Yankees, who plan to make an ...
SHOULD YANKEES DEAL FOR LEFTY WASHBURN?
BigLeagueScrew —
With the trade deadline fast approaching, the New York Yankees are reportedly putting in calls around the league about available starting pitching. According to a FOX Sports report, Seattle Mariners lefty Jarrod Washburn is officially available. If reports are true that the Yankees are looking for another quality starter due to the injury to Chien-Ming Wang and Joba Chamberlain’s innings limit, then they should seriously consider Washburn who having his best year having gone 8-6 with a 2.71 ERA to date. ...
Jeff Clement Removed From Game
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
DH/catcher Jeff Clement was pulled from the Tacoma Rainiers' lineup in the third inning tonight, according to Ryan Divish of The News Tribune. His analysis:
I have it on pretty reliable source that it is not injury related. Clement has been rumored to be part of possible trades already this season and maybe he is part of a package ...
Who's Looking at Freddy Sanchez's Knee?
FanHouse —
by Jeff Fletcher Filed under: Giants, Pirates, MLB Injuries, MLB Rumors, MLB Trade DeadlineSAN FRANCISCO -- When word first surfaced that the Giants may have had their medical people take a look at Freddy Sanchez's sore left knee, it seemed like a sure precursor to a trade sending Sanchez from one clubhouse to the other at AT&T Park. But Sanchez cleared it up on Tuesday night. Sort of. Sanchez, who has missed the past few games, confirmed that Dr. Ken Akizuki, the Giants orthopedist, had looked at his knee on Monday night. However, he also said that was simply a courtesy since the ...
Trade talk: Roundup of Tuesday's rumors
HardballTalk —
... . Nonetheless, one report said the Dodgers, Red Sox, Phillies and Angels have all spoken to Cleveland recently. *There was much attention on Jarrod Washburn, as scouts from the Yankees, Phillies, Brewers and Rangers watched him pitch against the Blue Jays on Tuesday night. Washburn got a no-decision while allowing ...
Trade Deadline Perspectives: The Great Rangers Financial Impasse
Baseball Time in Arlington —
If I may be so brazen as to reiterate a point I made some 48 hours ago, the absolute worst thing about occupying that murky middle ground in the late-July standings -- you know, that veritable Bermuda Triangle of uncertainty where you're more than three games but fewer than six games out of first place -- is the heightened probability of making an incorrect buy-or-sell decision, the sort which can, in an instant, deplete your reserves of young talent, infuriate your clubhouse and/or alienate your revenue-generating core of paying customers.
Not having a relatively firm grasp on what exactly you are as a ballclub during perhaps the single-most chaotic and ...
Freddy Sanchez Unlikely for the Cubs
Bleacher Nation | Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Commentary —
Mini update on the Chicago Cubs’ pursuit of a bat. The one spot in the lineup that could even potentially, realistically be upgraded is second base, and fans have been pushing for the Cubs to make a move on Pittsburgh Pirates’ second baseman Freddy Sanchez.
It is becoming increasingly likely that Sanchez will be dealt, but it is also becoming increasingly likely that he will be dealt… to the San Francisco Giants. The buzz was hot last night that he was already on his way across the dugouts to join the Giants, but some concerns about lingering knee issues held up the deal.
Sanchez was never a particularly attractive option, given ...
Round 'em Up Wednesday (7/29/09)
Milwaukee Brewers Blog - Bernie's Crew —
Update 10:07AM: Ken Rosenthal has reported the Brewers are not after Jarrod Washburn. Phew! That's good news. Jim has a busy day today, and I've got simulations up the wazoo to accomplish, but we always try to get you your links. Big League News: Lost in the Tidbits of today's game preview over at the main site is this little gem, "Folks in the business offices at Miller Park have been told by the baseball side that if anyone is traded before Friday, it could be Hardy." H/T to Al's Ramblings for pointing this out as I would have completely missed it otherwise. ...
Brewers Aren't Pursuing Washburn
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
... Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports report that the Brewers aren't seriously discussing a trade for Jarrod Washburn. They've lost 16 of their last 23 games and are reluctant to give up the prospects the Mariners would require in return, especially when Washburn profiles only as a ...
Slightly Increased Interest In Davis & Garland
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com —
... Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports report that interest in D'Backs starters Doug Davis and Jon Garland has grown "slightly." The D'Backs are open to moving one or both of the pitchers if a team approaches them with a fair offer. Earlier in the month they ...
Trade Deadline 2009, AL Central
BaseballMoves —
AL Central
Tigers (52-47) First Place AL Central
Needs: Corner outfielder, infielder, pitching, backup catcher
Take: The Tigers are targeting what seems to be an entire team; they are in the market for a left fielder, help in the left side of the infield, pitching and a backup catcher. That explains the situation in the AL Central and that the Tigers are in first place somehow despite being among the bottom five teams in the American League in hits, RBI, total bases, average, on base percentage, slugging percentage and OPS. Where to begin…
OK let’s look at the starting ...
Brewers out of Washburn hunt
Nova Fantasy Sports Headline Newsfeed —
Brewers out of Washburn hunt Submitted by jsavino on Wed, 07/29/2009 - 12:29pm. Milwaukee Brewers Player News Seattle Mariners JarrodWashburn.jpg Update: Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports that the Brewers are no longer interested in dealing for Seattle Mariners' picther Jarrod Washburn. Fantasy Impact: Milwaukee is falling out of contention day by day. They have lost 16 of their last 23 games, and have to be realizing that a two month rental isn't the best option for tem. They are four and a half back in the Centeral and must realize their playoff chances are slim. Full text available to members only . Please consider joining ...
Catching Up With The Trade Rumors
The Rays Party —
I know I have been doing a very poor job of updating all these rumors, so here is another collection of rumors complied through MLBTradeRumors: The Cliff Lee and Victor Martinez front- The Rays still actively pursuing LHP Cliff Lee and C Victor Martinez of the Cleveland Indians. As of now sources say the Rays are willing to trade Wade Davis and possibly Reid Brignac in order to acquire Lee. There is could also be a three way trade in order to acquire any of the Indian players. The Rays have been shopping Scott Kazmir around to the Mets and Rangers but the possibility sounds weak since Kazmir has been struggling ...
Mariners Acquire Wilson and Snell From Pirates
Bats —
While Roy Halladay talks cool and Cliff Lee rumors heat up, other teams are closing deals. Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson, who has been long rumored to be dealt before Friday’s July 31 trading deadline, is heading to Seattle. Wilson and starting pitcher Ian Snell were traded to the Seattle Mariners for a package of players that includes the highly touted catching and first base prospect Jeff Clement. Joining Clement on his way to Pittsburgh are shortstop Ronny Cedeno and pitchers Aaron Pribanic, Brett Lorin and Nathan Adcock. The Pirates had recently made an attempt to lock up Wilson with a two-year contract extension worth $8 million, but ...
