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Behind The Eight-Ball
Published 7/22/2008 by Cardinal 70 at C70 At The Bat
... I see that Friday's start is TBD.  Hopefully LaRussa doesn't try for a bullpen game.  That's not likely to have much success this year. ...

Morning Roundup for 7/22 (Diamondback & Marlin pitcher news, Ortiz and more)
Published 7/22/2008 by Eric Stashin at Rotoprofessor
... better at Triple A, VandenHurk should not be used in any format. A Marlin pitcher that may prove useable, Anibal Sanchez, is getting an extra day off, according to Phillips.  His next rehab start is now set for Thursday at Double A and if all goes well, he could return to the Marlins rotation for July 29.  That’s not a start I would use him for, but he certainly has the potential to be a pitcher worth watching in all formats.  Derrick Goold of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch (click here for the article) is reporting that Jeff Suppan will get the start for the Brewers this evening ...

Morning Rumor Rumblings for 7/22
Published 7/22/2008 by Eric Stashin at Rotoprofessor
With the trade deadline quickly approaching, I thought I would keep everyone up-to-date, as best I can, on some of the trade rumors that are circulating out there, since they could have a big impact on fantasy owners.  Let’s take a look at some of the rumors from this morning: Derrick Goold of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch (click here 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 ...

Cardinals Looking for Bullpen Help
Published 7/22/2008 by Mr. Fleece at MLB Fleece Factor
... According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, the Cardinals have expressed some level of interest in Baltimore Orioles’ closer George Sherrill. Sherrill has 29 saves this season, and has pitched primarily well for Baltimore. Jason Isringhausen has failed to return to his prior form, and Ryan Franklin has struggled of late as the team’s closer. They would like some more depth, but then again, who wouldn’t? ...

The Lefty Reliever Market
Published 7/22/2008 by Tim Dierkes at MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com
... Let's take a look at some of the left-handed relievers on the market. George Sherrill, Orioles 31 years old, under team control through 2011. Known suitors: Cardinals, Brewers Asking price: two or three prospects, possibly a shortstop among them Brian Fuentes, Rockies Almost 33 years old, free agent after season.  Type A status likely. Known suitors: Marlins, Yankees, Mets, Red Sox, ...

MLB Trade Rumors: Are The New York Yankees Ready To Deal?
Published 7/22/2008 by faketeams at FakeTeams: Front Page Posts
... he says has completely sapped his power and throwing ability.  Whether holding back provides any advantage to the club, I don't know, but I expect those catcher names to become very prominent over the next 9 days - and I expect other teams know the Yankees' negotiating disadvantage regardless. For the meidcal lowdown on Jorge Posada's shoulder, head over the Will Carroll's Under The Knife column. In other trade rumor-related news:   St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The Cardinals' pursuit of a lefthanded reliever to fortify ...

LOOGY’s Are Getting Me Excited
Published 7/22/2008 by David Lister at NationalSportsReview.com Master Site Feed
... but also their closer problem, starting pitching problem and middle infield problem. Of course we do all remember the last time we traded with Billy Beane… Bird Droppings Cardinals Diaspora isn’t thrilled with the performance by the bullpen in yesterday’s tough loss, or their performance all season long. Speaking of unsatisfactory pitching, Mitchell Boggs is back in St. Louis. Jeff Suppan is returning from the DL tonight to pitch against his former team. Two of my favorite things, ...