MLB Trading Deadline - Page 2

coffeemonkey · 07-18-2011, 01:52 PM

Who would you like to see your team acquire? Runs

Who would you like to see your team get rid of? Everyone batting below 0.250, oh wait, nevermind...

Will there be any blockbusters? Or surprises? of course not, this is the M's we are talking about, they thought trading Derrick Lowe and Jason Veritek to the Red Sox for Heathcliff Slocum was a good idea.

Now that the Rangers are starting to pull away, does King Felix get moved? Felix is ours and you can't have him!

For the Yankees, while the emphasis is always on pitching, I'd like to see them grab a stick! I hate the Yankees, it isn't logical
Carlos Beltran would suit my desires quite nicely. I'll hate him if he becomes a Yankee
Also I would like to see them grab any Lefty specialist they could get. You can have Figgins, he is a switch hitter, I am sure he can throw lefty too
Boone Logan is awful. His parents switched his last name with his first, what did you expect?

Does King Felix get moved? I wish!!!!!! Felix is ours and you can't have him! Felix is ours and you can't have him! Felix is ours and you can't have him!

VirtualSmitty · 07-18-2011, 02:12 PM

I've been hearing the Nationals would like BJ Upton from the Rays and would be willing to part with Tyler Clippard. Also the pirates possibly interested in Josh Willingham from the A's.

jonumberone · 07-18-2011, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jonumberone

The way things are in Met land they would be happy to shed the $7 million still owed to him.

I guess even I can be wrong once and a while!

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NEW YORK -- There are no shortage of suitors for Carlos Beltran as the trade deadline approaches. And the New York Mets are demanding top-notch young talent in return for the outfielder because they are willing to cover his remaining salary, according to a major league source.

kelmac07 · 07-18-2011, 07:06 PM

Gotta get some pitching prospects..and that's gonna cost us...AGAIN!!

jonumberone · 07-19-2011, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by jonumberone

Will there be any blockbusters? Or surprises?

Biggest surprise so far, the Pirates and Indians are buyers rather then sellers this year!

3SmokesaRound · 07-19-2011, 09:24 PM

The Giants got Keppinger today from Houston. Not the big bat I hoped for, but with the Giants injury problems and lack of depth up the middle it makes sense. Plus, it didn't cost us much in terms of prospects. Kepp has been swing a good bat since coming off the DL as well. Supposed to start at second tomorrow.

x man · 07-20-2011, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 3SmokesaRound

The Giants got Keppinger today from Houston. Not the big bat I hoped for, but with the Giants injury problems and lack of depth up the middle it makes sense. Plus, it didn't cost us much in terms of prospects. Kepp has been swing a good bat since coming off the DL as well. Supposed to start at second tomorrow.

Sounds like a good pic up.

Starscream · 07-20-2011, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 3SmokesaRound

The Giants got Keppinger today from Houston. Not the big bat I hoped for, but with the Giants injury problems and lack of depth up the middle it makes sense. Plus, it didn't cost us much in terms of prospects. Kepp has been swing a good bat since coming off the DL as well. Supposed to start at second tomorrow.

You should be happy with Kepp. He's not a huge difference maker, but he's a great utility player/pinch hitter who's consistent.

jonumberone · 07-21-2011, 04:56 AM

The Tigers traded for Wilson Betemit.
I wasn't all that impressed when he was a Yankee, but he should be an upgrade over the struggling Brandon Inge, who was designated for assignment.

Red Sox are in on Beltran but think Mets price too high, Yanks aren't in, Yet

Phils in as well, Mets asking for Domonic Brown
Pirates, Braves, Giants also in mix.

kelmac07 · 07-21-2011, 05:07 AM

Betemit was a stud prospect that didn't pan out. But he was having a decent year in KC. Sad to see Inge designated for assignment...he's a good guy.

3SmokesaRound · 07-21-2011, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by jonumberone

The Tigers traded for Wilson Betemit.
I wasn't all that impressed when he was a Yankee, but he should be an upgrade over the struggling Brandon Inge, who was designated for assignment.

Red Sox are in on Beltran but think Mets price too high, Yanks aren't in, Yet

Phils in as well, Mets asking for Domonic Brown
Pirates, Braves, Giants also in mix.

And now the Brewers are in the mix too. I don't think the Giants will get him, since they don't want to give up top prospects which is what the Mets want.

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

Betemit was a stud prospect that didn't pan out. But he was having a decent year in KC. Sad to see Inge designated for assignment...he's a good guy.

It sure is! He was a team leader just a year or two ago (can't remember and too lazy to look up)

The Poet · 07-21-2011, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

Gotta get some pitching prospects..and that's gonna cost us...AGAIN!!

I agree, Mac. The Mets need those pitchers to be named later when they again trade young hurlers for old bats.

jonumberone · 07-21-2011, 10:10 AM

Reports are that the Mets won't trade Reyes.
Does anyone make them an offer they can't refuse?

3SmokesaRound · 07-21-2011, 10:12 AM

I hope the Giants do

The Poet · 07-21-2011, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by jonumberone

Reports are that the Mets won't trade Reyes.
Does anyone make them an offer they can't refuse?

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Originally Posted by 3SmokesaRound

I hope the Giants do

I would be foolish to deny that Reyes has earned a huge contract, and could certainly help any team win. Yet his repeated health issues would preclude me submitting "an offer they can't refuse". That is particularly true where the Wilpons are concerned, as they have too often swapped younger talent for older washouts, and may be reluctant to face the indignant Met fans were they to do the same again.

jonumberone · 07-22-2011, 11:39 AM

Todays rumors.

Hunter Pence is on the Market, but many teams think the price is way too high.
The Phils are one team that's in despite the high price tag.

The Astros are shopping Wandy Rodriguez and Brett Myers harder than Pence.
AL teams don't think that Wandy can handle the switch to the AL, and Myers isn't having a great year

Hiroki Kuroda hasn't yet told the Dodgers whether he'd waive his no-trade clause in some cases, though he may take trades on a case-by-case basis. AL sources indicate the Yankees, Red Sox, Tigers, Indians and Rangers are among interested teams.

The Yanks have interest in the O's Guthrie, but don't think Peter Angelos will trade with them.

Pad's owner says Mike Adams is staying in SD, but GM says no player is untouchable.

The Yankees seek a righthanded bat (someone like the Rockies' Ty Wigginton) and a lefthanded reliever in a addition to a starting pitcher. The Marlins' Randy Choate, an ex-Yankee, might be the best lefty reliever available.

Read more: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/201...#ixzz1SrC0tA7N

BigAsh · 07-22-2011, 11:54 AM

Pence would be a nice fit for the Phils...helloooo, right-handed bat....but at what price?

kelmac07 · 07-22-2011, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BigAsh

Pence would be a nice fit for the Phils...helloooo, right-handed bat....but at what price?

Everyone wants Dominic Brown.

jonumberone · 07-24-2011, 02:06 PM

Latest updates:

Teams are reportedly looking at the Cubs Kosuke Fukudome.
4 teams believed involved including the Indians.

Kerry Wood apparently told the Cubs, he's staying put, and wants to re sign there next year.

The Chi Sox are reportedly seeking a deal with the Cards for Colby Rasmus.
The Sox would send a pitcher, likely Edwin Jackson or Matt Thornton and a prospect to the Cards.

The Phils have told the Mets no in a trade involving Domonic Brown for Beltran, Also Told them no for Righty pitcher Cossart.
The Mets are talking to the Rangers and Red Sox about Beltran, but many still see NL teams Phils, Braves, Giants as more likely.

Bruins Fan · 07-24-2011, 03:21 PM

The Red Sox don't need any help except to get two of their starting pitchers back

07-18-2011, 01:52 PM	#21
coffeemonkey Smoking my way to the Top Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Great Pacific Northwest Posts: 314 Trading: (0)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Who would you like to see your team acquire? Runs Who would you like to see your team get rid of? Everyone batting below 0.250, oh wait, nevermind... Will there be any blockbusters? Or surprises? of course not, this is the M's we are talking about, they thought trading Derrick Lowe and Jason Veritek to the Red Sox for Heathcliff Slocum was a good idea. Now that the Rangers are starting to pull away, does King Felix get moved? Felix is ours and you can't have him! For the Yankees, while the emphasis is always on pitching, I'd like to see them grab a stick! I hate the Yankees, it isn't logical Carlos Beltran would suit my desires quite nicely. I'll hate him if he becomes a Yankee Also I would like to see them grab any Lefty specialist they could get. You can have Figgins, he is a switch hitter, I am sure he can throw lefty too Boone Logan is awful. His parents switched his last name with his first, what did you expect? Does King Felix get moved? I wish!!!!!! Felix is ours and you can't have him! Felix is ours and you can't have him! Felix is ours and you can't have him! __________________ "I think I lost it, let me know if you come across it"

07-18-2011, 02:12 PM	#22
VirtualSmitty WiP!? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joe Location: The Evil Empire Posts: 2,084 Trading: (0)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline I've been hearing the Nationals would like BJ Upton from the Rays and would be willing to part with Tyler Clippard. Also the pirates possibly interested in Josh Willingham from the A's. __________________ We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid - Benjamin Franklin

07-18-2011, 07:06 PM	#24
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Gotta get some pitching prospects..and that's gonna cost us...AGAIN!! __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

07-19-2011, 09:24 PM	#26
3SmokesaRound CCCC Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Bill Location: CA Posts: 685 Trading: (48)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline The Giants got Keppinger today from Houston. Not the big bat I hoped for, but with the Giants injury problems and lack of depth up the middle it makes sense. Plus, it didn't cost us much in terms of prospects. Kepp has been swing a good bat since coming off the DL as well. Supposed to start at second tomorrow.

07-21-2011, 04:56 AM	#29
jonumberone Raw Dog Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Dom Location: Exit 8A Posts: 6,475 Trading: (62)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline The Tigers traded for Wilson Betemit. I wasn't all that impressed when he was a Yankee, but he should be an upgrade over the struggling Brandon Inge, who was designated for assignment. Red Sox are in on Beltran but think Mets price too high, Yanks aren't in, Yet Phils in as well, Mets asking for Domonic Brown Pirates, Braves, Giants also in mix. __________________ Sex junkie looking for a dealer

07-21-2011, 05:07 AM	#30
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Betemit was a stud prospect that didn't pan out. But he was having a decent year in KC. Sad to see Inge designated for assignment...he's a good guy. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

07-21-2011, 10:10 AM	#33
jonumberone Raw Dog Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Dom Location: Exit 8A Posts: 6,475 Trading: (62)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Reports are that the Mets won't trade Reyes. Does anyone make them an offer they can't refuse? __________________ Sex junkie looking for a dealer

07-21-2011, 10:12 AM	#34
3SmokesaRound CCCC Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Bill Location: CA Posts: 685 Trading: (48)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline I hope the Giants do

07-22-2011, 11:39 AM	#36
jonumberone Raw Dog Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Dom Location: Exit 8A Posts: 6,475 Trading: (62)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Todays rumors. Hunter Pence is on the Market, but many teams think the price is way too high. The Phils are one team that's in despite the high price tag. The Astros are shopping Wandy Rodriguez and Brett Myers harder than Pence. AL teams don't think that Wandy can handle the switch to the AL, and Myers isn't having a great year Hiroki Kuroda hasn't yet told the Dodgers whether he'd waive his no-trade clause in some cases, though he may take trades on a case-by-case basis. AL sources indicate the Yankees, Red Sox, Tigers, Indians and Rangers are among interested teams. The Yanks have interest in the O's Guthrie, but don't think Peter Angelos will trade with them. Pad's owner says Mike Adams is staying in SD, but GM says no player is untouchable. The Yankees seek a righthanded bat (someone like the Rockies' Ty Wigginton) and a lefthanded reliever in a addition to a starting pitcher. The Marlins' Randy Choate, an ex-Yankee, might be the best lefty reliever available. Read more: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/201...#ixzz1SrC0tA7N __________________ Sex junkie looking for a dealer

07-22-2011, 11:54 AM	#37
BigAsh Don't knock the Ash... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Keith Location: Yardley, PA Posts: 5,046 Trading: (46)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Pence would be a nice fit for the Phils...helloooo, right-handed bat....but at what price? __________________ Keith

07-24-2011, 02:06 PM	#39
jonumberone Raw Dog Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Dom Location: Exit 8A Posts: 6,475 Trading: (62)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline Latest updates: Teams are reportedly looking at the Cubs Kosuke Fukudome. 4 teams believed involved including the Indians. Kerry Wood apparently told the Cubs, he's staying put, and wants to re sign there next year. The Chi Sox are reportedly seeking a deal with the Cards for Colby Rasmus. The Sox would send a pitcher, likely Edwin Jackson or Matt Thornton and a prospect to the Cards. The Phils have told the Mets no in a trade involving Domonic Brown for Beltran, Also Told them no for Righty pitcher Cossart. The Mets are talking to the Rangers and Red Sox about Beltran, but many still see NL teams Phils, Braves, Giants as more likely. __________________ Sex junkie looking for a dealer

07-24-2011, 03:21 PM	#40
Bruins Fan Hooper drives the boat. Join Date: May 2009 First Name: John Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,359 Trading: (0)	Re: MLB Trading Deadline The Red Sox don't need any help except to get two of their starting pitchers back __________________ Here's to swimmin' with bow-legged women.