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Losing out on DeRosa has Reds looking elsewhere
Losing out on DeRosa has Reds looking elsewhere
You think the Cubs are ticked about Mark DeRosa to the Cards? Jon Paul Morosi says that's nothing compared to how the Reds feel.
DeRosa Will Help Cards
DeRosa Will Help Cards
mvn.com — In one of the first high-profile trades of the summer, the Cleveland Indians on Saturday dealt the... versatile Mark DeRosa to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for reliever Chris Perez and a player to be named later. The verdict on the outcomes of this deal won't be out for a long time, of ... (more) DeRosa Will Help Cards
Redbirds get DeRosa in trade
Redbirds get DeRosa in trade
stltoday.com — Infielder has 13 home runs and 50 RBIs with Cleveland this year.... (more) Redbirds get DeRosa in trade
DeRosa Will Help Cards
DeRosa Will Help Cards
tylersarticles.blogspot.com — In one of the first high-profile trades of the summer, the Cleveland Indians on Saturday dealt the... versatile Mark DeRosa to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for reliever Chris Perez and a player to be named later. The verdict on the outcomes of this deal won’t be out for a long time, of ... (more) DeRosa Will Help Cards
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Reds Seek Bats
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com — ... Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports reports that the Reds are actively seeking right-handed hitting, especially after losing out on Mark DeRosa to the rival Cardinals. Here are a few options for the Reds, who could improve at third base, shortstop and left field: ...

Open Thread: Buyers or Sellers?
Redleg Nation — ... , some of it spurred by this article over at FSN. The author, Jon Paul Morosi, basically says that the Reds were hot and heavy on the trail of Mark DeRosa (who was traded to St. Louis over the weekend), and that they are working hard to procure a right-handed bat. ...

Around The Halo
Angelswin.com - Los Angeles Angels Blog — ... of first place and now head to Arlington for a Texas showdown with the second place Rangers. With the losses of Scot Shields and Kelvim Escobar, Matt Palmer coming down to Earth and the meltdown of Kevin Jepsen yesterday it should be no surprise that Tony Reagins is looking for pitching. Despite the recent efforts of Jason Bulger and Justin Speier, for the Angels to go deep in the playoffs they must solidify their bullpen. Jon Paul Morosi writes the Reds could have interest in Gary Matthews Jr. The Angels ...

Round 'em Up: Monday 6.29.09
Milwaukee Brewers Blog - Bernie's Crew — ... With Mark DeRosa going to St. Louis, the Cincinnati Reds are looking for a right-handed bat in other places now.  Matt Holliday could be way out of reach but would significantly bolster the Reds' outfield.  Gary Matthews Jr. is also mentioned in the article, which is a bit depressing for the Reds.  Matthews is no longer an impact bat and is not a plus-outfielder anymore.  They can do better. ...

Gary Matthews Jr. and the Reds
Angels blog — This report on Foxsports.com indicates the Angels and Cincinnati Reds could be natural trading partners this season. The Reds are desperate for offense and might be willing to take Gary Matthews Jr. off the Angels’ hands, presuming the Angels eat a large chunk of his salary over the next two seasons, of course. Reds manager Dusty Baker has known Matthews since he was a kid since he’s close friends with GM Senior, aka “Sarge.” The questions becomes: What can the Reds offer the Angels? Possibly a veteran reliever like Arthur Rhodes or David Weathers? Posted in: ...

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