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Phillies’ Amaro Says – Lee Not Going Anywhere – Why Not ?
The Philadelphia Phillies put Cliff Lee on, waivers and Lee was reportedly claimed by the Los Angeles Dodgers. When Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro was asked about the report, he replied, “It is irrelevant because he is... More of this article »
Straily Strong in Debut – A’s Walk Off Winners Again
Straily allowed one earned run, in six innings of work, and his major league debut. Oakland’s Daniel Straily‘s turned in a strong performance in his major league debut against the Toronto Blue Jays. Still, the A’s... More of this article »
Justin Upton and BJ Upton Both Hit Their 100th Career Home Run
Justin Upton and B.J. Upton both hit their 100th career home run within minutes of each other tonight. Justin connected off of Philadelphia Phillies starter Kyle Kendrick in the second inning, his ninth of the season. Then a few minutes... More of this article »
Dodgers awarded claim on Phillies’ Cliff Lee
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ new ownership group continues to show that it is committed to winning it all in 2012. After acquiring right-hander Joe Blanton from the Phillies on Friday for a player to be named later or cash considerations,... More of this article »
Johnny Damon and Don Kelly join Derek Lowe on DFA List
First, Derek Lowe was designated for assignment by the Cleveland Indians on Thursday. Today, the Tribe did the same with Johnny Damon while the Detroit Tigers affixed the DFA label on utility player Don Kelly. These are three names... More of this article »
Phillies Trade Joe Blanton to Dodgers – Continue Roster Purge
Continuing their roster purge in the midst of a disappointing season that has seen their roster depleted by injuries, the Philadelphia Phillies traded right-handed starting pitcher Joe Blanton to the Los Angeles Dodgers for a player... More of this article »
Nationals Acquire A’s Kurt Suzuki to Bolster Catching Depth
Arguably the most complete team in the National League, the Washington Nationals bolstered their lineup on Friday when they acquired veteran catcher Kurt Suzuki from the Oakland A’s for minor league catcher David Freitas. The... More of this article »
Mike Trout – AL Player of the Month – Rookie of the Month
Trout who is only 20 years old has won rookie of the month three consecutive months ( photo by Keith Allison ) Mike Trout became the first American League player to win the American League player of the month and rookie of the month... More of this article »
Andrew McCutchen Named NL Player of the Month for July
McCutchen leads all MLB players with a .373 batting average (Keith Allison – flickr) Pittsburgh Pirates CF Andrew McCutchen has been named National League Player of the Month for July, the second straight month in which he’s... More of this article »
Daniel Straily – A’s Call Up Baseball’s Strikeout Leader
You will not find the player who leads the minors and the majors in strikeouts this year on any top prospect lists. By his own admission, Daniel Straily was a below-average pitcher until 2010, when he incorporated a slider into his... More of this article »
Phillies Cliff Lee on Waivers – August Waivers Have Begun
With the non-waiver trade deadline passed, teams have begun the process of waiting players, in part to determine the interest level of other teams. Cliff Lee is the biggest name to make the news so far. Players with bulky contracts... More of this article »
Mike Olt Gets Called Up by Rangers from AA Frisco
Mike Olt gets a call to the show and should see regular playing time for the Rangers ( Photo by PINSPROSHO) When the Texas Rangers were looking to add starting pitchers at the trade deadline, they made it clear that Rangers top-tier... More of this article »
Trade Deadline Passed – But More MLB Trades Will Be Made in August
Prominent names like Zack Greinke, Hunter Pence, Shane Victorino and Ryan Dempster have new homes, but many key players who were featured in rumors leading up to Tuesday’s non-waiver trade deadline remained with their current team. That... More of this article »
Pirates and Yankees Trade McGehee – Qualls
The New York Yankees did want some help at third base after all. The Yankees traded reliever Chad Qualls, whom they acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies after being designated for assignment in early July, for Casey McGehee. First... More of this article »
Ryan Dempster Traded to Rangers for Prospects
The Los Angeles Dodgers took a pass Ryan Dempster, not wanting to give up prospect Allen Webster in a trade. Dempster exercised his 10/5 rights last week in nixing a deal that would have sent him to the Atlanta Braves. Dempster... More of this article »
Reds add Jonathan Broxton to Bullpen in Trade with Royals
Cincinnati Reds strengthened an already strong bullpen by adding Jonathan Broxton from the Kansas City Royals in a trade this afternoon. Broxton is pitching to a 2.27 ERA across 35 2/3 innings. he has 23 saves and is on a one-year... More of this article »
Pirates Trade Gorkys Hernández For Marlins Gaby Sanchez
The Pittsburgh Pirates made more trade news, trading outfielder Gorkys Hernández and a competitive balance pick to the Miami Marlins first baseman Gaby Sanchez. Sanchez had fallen out of favor with the Marlins this season, hitting .202/.250/.306... More of this article »
Phillies Trade Hunter Pence to Giants for Schierholtz – Joseph – Rosin
Less than an hour after trading outfielder Shane Victorino, Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro traded Hunter Pence to the San Francisco Giants, for OF Nate Schierholtz and minor league reliever Seth Rosin Pence, 29, is batting... More of this article »
Phillies Trade Shane Victorino To Dodgers for Josh Lindblom and Ethan Martin
The Philadelphia Phillies have traded outfielder Shane Victorino to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Josh Lindblom and Ethan Martin . Late last night the Dodgers acquired Brandon League from the Mariners in a move to bolster their... More of this article »
Pirates Trade Analysis – Snider for Lincoln Low-Risk, High-Reward
Snider addresses a glaring hole in the lineup for the Pirates (Krustation / flickr) The Pirates traded RHP Brad Lincoln to the Toronto Blue Jays late Wednesday night, acquiring OF Travis Snider to address the lack of power in right... More of this article »
Blue Jays – Mariners Trade – Thames for Delabar
The Mariners got outfielder Eric Thames from the Toronto Blue Jays, for reliever Steve Delabar. Delabar, 29, had a 4.17 ERA in 36 2/3 innings. Both Thames and Travis Snider were moved in separate deals today, with the Blue Jays deciding... More of this article »
Mariners Trade Brandon League to Dodgers for Leon Landry and Logan Bawcom
The Seattle Mariners traded RHP Brandon League to the Los Angeles Dodgers for prospects Leon Landry and Logan Bawcom . League had drawn the interest of several clubs over the past several days. Landry is hitting .328/.358/.559 with... More of this article »
Blue Jays Trade Travis Snider for Pirates Brad Lincoln
The Toronto Blue Jays traded outfielder Travis Snider to the Pittsburgh Pirates for RHP Brad Lincoln. Lincoln has 2.73 ERA with Pirates over 59.1 innings, and has a 4-2 record. Lincoln has worked out of the bullpen this year has been... More of this article »
Cubs Trade Geovany Soto to Rangers – Reed Johnson, Paul Maholm To Braves
The Chicago Cubs pulled the trigger on two separate deals. Paul Maholm and Reed Johnson will go to the Braves and Geovany Soto to the Rangers. Johnson is .307/.361/.452 and can play all three outfield positions, and hits left-handed... More of this article »
Pirates’ Correia Seeks Trade After Bullpen Demotion
Correia has asked for a trade (Keith Allison / flickr) Pittsburgh has been one of the most active teams in the trade market, even if they’ve only completed one meaningful deal so far. After acquiring LHP Wandy Rodriguez from... More of this article »
Indians Should Not Trade Choo or Masterson
Fresh off being swept by the lowly Twins in a three-game weekend series, and lugging a 3-7 record over their last 10 games, the Cleveland Indians are fading out of playoff contention. At 50-52, they are still in the hunt for the second... More of this article »
“Dead Arm” Will Cost Chris Sale a Start – Maybe More
Chicago White Sox ace Chris Sale will miss his next start with what is being described as a ” dead arm”. The White Sox plan to take care of Sale who is converting from a reliever last year, to a starter this year. Sale... More of this article »
Beckett Trade or Not – Could be Win-Win Situation for Red Sox
Though Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington essentially indicated to the media on Friday that it would not make sense to trade Josh Beckett and subtract from the rotation, numerous reporters have written that the club is actively... More of this article »
Huston Street Gets $14 Million Extension From San Diego
Huston Street is comfortable pitching in San Diego, and today the San Diego Padres gave Street 14 million more reasons to be more comfortable. The Padres and Street have agreed to a $14 million two-year contract extension that will... More of this article »
Marlins Logan Morrison to the DL – May Require Surgery
Miami Marlins outfielder Logan Morrison was placed on the 15 day disabled list with a bad knee, that could require surgery and in and his 2012 season. Morrison has been playing with the injury since May, and obviously has been in discomfort... More of this article »
Astros Trade Chris Johnson To D-Backs for Prospects Marc Krauss – Bobby Borchering
The Houston Astros have lost 12 straight games, but that’s not about to deter Astros GM Jeff Luhnow from rebuilding the team from the ground up. The Astros have been one of the busiest teams this season, and continue to trade... More of this article »
Twins Trade Francisco Liriano to White Sox
The Chicago White Sox went looking for starting pitching help, and were in the mix to land Zack Greinke before he was dealt to the Los Angeles Angels. Instead, the White Sox traded infielder Eduardo Escobar and left-hander Pedro Hernandez... More of this article »
Josh Reddick Will Likely Get Day Off After Wall Collision
Oakland right fielder Josh Reddick may get a day off after a collision with the right-field wall in Baltimore to make the final out of the game Friday night. Reddick made a leaping catch of a ball hit by Orioles outfielder Nick Markakis,... More of this article »
Marco Scutaro Traded To Giants For Prospect and Cash
The Colorado Rockies traded veteran infielder Marco Scutaro to the San Francisco Giants for minor league second baseman Charlie Culberson and cash. Scutaro is hitting .271/.324/.359 and has played mostly second base for the Rockies. He... More of this article »
Zack Greinke Traded To Angels For Jean Segura and Prospects
The Milwaukee Brewers finally traded Zack Greinke to the Los Angeles Angels for shortstop Jean Segura and two AA pitchers, John Hellweg and Ariel Pena. The Angels will owe Greinke $5.15 million for the remainder of this season. According... More of this article »
MLB’s Second-Half Leaders and Losers
The resurgent A’s have won 10 of their last 12 games (Keith Allison / flickr) With just a handful of days left before the trade deadline, the buyers and sellers of the market have come more clearly into focus. The trends have... More of this article »
Has Ryan Dempster Overplayed His Hand
Ryan Dempster wants to play on a contender, as long as that contender is the Los Angeles Dodgers. The now infamous deal that would have sent Dempster to the Braves in exchange for Randall Delgado appears to be but a memory. Demptser... More of this article »
Mets Matt Harvey Strikes Out 11 Diamondbacks in MLB Debut
Matt Harvey made his major league debut against the Arizona Diamondbacks and made a little history in the process. Harvey struck out 11 batters over 5 1/3 innings and earned his first win 3-1 over the Diamondbacks. Harvey became the... More of this article »
Starling Marte Homers On First Pitch – Any Questions
Imagine the last 24 hours if you are Starling Marte of the Pittsburgh Pirates. You get a call that says you’re going to the show, and grab the next flight to Houston to make your major league debut against the Astros. Clint Hurdle... More of this article »
Rays Willing to Discuss Pitchers – Except David Price and Matt Moore
Starving for offense, even if third baseman Evan Longoria returns from a hamstring injury, the Tampa Bay Rays are willing to deal any pitcher but David Price and Matt Moore, according to CBSSports.com’s Danny Knobler. Since Price,... More of this article »
Brewers GM Doug Melvin: Greinke Will Be Traded
With Cole Hamels officially off the market, teams looking to add pitching before the deadline are intensifying their pursuit. More often than not general managers are often coy and evasive about deals they are working on, or confirming... More of this article »
Jerry Reinsdorf Won’t Name Teams – Talking Contraction Again
Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf , speaking at a fundraiser in Chicago on Wednesday uttered a word that is likely to get some attention and airtime in Tampa Bay and Oakland, contraction. Reinsdorf was asked about future expansion... More of this article »
Andrew McCutchen, Chris Sale and MLB’s Biggest Salary Bargains
Baseball players get paid. Period. North America’s only major team sport to operate without a salary cap has often been derided for the uneven playing field created by its lack of payroll parity, but you’ll hear no complaints... More of this article »
Pirates Recall OF Starling Marte from AAA Indianapolis
Pirates fans will finally see the organization’s prized outfield prospect make his debut (RJ Schmidt / flickr) Pittsburgh called up corner outfielder Starling Marte Wednesday afternoon, ending months of speculation as to when... More of this article »
Rays Make Room for Ryan Roberts – DFA Hideki Matsui
In a move not totally unexpected, the Tampa Bay Rays designated Hideki Matsui for assignment to make room for newly acquired Ryan Roberts. Matsui had struggled since joining the rays as a free agent. In 34 games Matsui was 19-35 with... More of this article »
Braves Have Had Enough Dempster Trade Drama – Moving On
The forced marriage orchestrated by the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago Cubs for the services of Ryan Dempster looks like it may have ended before the honeymoon. Braves general manager Frank Wren said the team is moving on from Ryan... More of this article »
Cole Hamels and Philadelphia Phillies agree to $144 Million Deal
The Philadelphia Phillies kept their man. Cole Hamels agreed to a contract extension with the team reportedly worth $144 million over six years. There is a vesting option in the deal that could make the package worth more than $160... More of this article »
Marlins Purge Continues – Hanley Ramirez Traded to Dodgers
The Miami Marlins continued to make baseball news as the team traded Hanley Ramirez and Randy Choate to the Los Angeles Dodgers in in return for RHPs Nathan Eovaldi and Scott McGough. Once the Marlins decided they were going to make... More of this article »