Joel

Actualy Harold Reynolds has said since the Alomar and Everett trades that he thought the Sox would win the division.

how bout adkins for durham, botch and cotts for foulke, 1st a's deal it has been said many times that he wasn't going to get much for Durham because they knew he was leaving so he had to take what he was going to get. 2nd A's deal when he made the trade for Koch he was expecting to get a guy who could throw 95-99. How was he supposed to know that he lost 5 MPH on the clock, I gurentee you that he checked for injury before the trade and saw nothing and thats why he did it. Oh yeah in the that same trade we got our 2nd best pitching prospect.

I think the thing they don't realize is that even if we didn't make the Ritchie trade Fogg and Wells would still have been traded. They would have probaly been the players involved in a trade for Colon.

I think it was Boone, I will try and e-mail Gammons to see what he says.

Are you sure he is a Free Agent, I could of sworn I heard that he would get 5-6 mil in arbitration.

We aren't involved in any of them even though Gammons said we are intrested in Boone and Suppan WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY J.D. Drew Cardinals Marlins Mariners A's Padres Jul. 30 - The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reiterated its report of Tuesday of a potential three-way deal to send Drew to the Marlins and Pirates' right-hander Jeff Suppan to St. Louis. However, the paper now suggests the Marlins might need to ensure the Cardinals get an additional pitcher, as well. However, the Newark Star-Ledger indicates the Marlins-Pirates-Cardinals deal is losing steam and suggests a different three-way deal involving Drew, one that appeared to have died a while ago, is back in play. The paper reports the A's still covet Drew and still want to funnell Kelvim Escobar from Toronto to St. Louis in exchange for Drew. Still another report suggests the Marlins and Cardinals could work a deal to send a starting pitcher and all-star second baseman Luis Castillo to St. Louis for Drew and second baseman Bo Hart. If the Cards don't like any of those deals, they could have a couple of others to choose from. Drew also has been mentioned in possible deals with the Mariners (for Freddy Garcia) and Padres (for Kevin Jarvis). WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Jason Kendall Pirates Padres Jul. 30 - Talks between the Pirates and Padres continue, reports the San Diego Union-Tribune, but the clubs remain far apart on how to split the remaining $42 million on Kendall's contract. Pittsburgh reportedly is willing to eat up to $10 million of that sum, but the Padres indicate they need more relief. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Sidney Ponson Orioles Cardinals Astros Braves Giants Mariners Red Sox Jul. 30 - Having still not received a counter-proposal from Ponson to their offer of a contract extension, the Orioles are listening more intently to inquiries from other teams about the right-hander. The Baltimore Sun reports the team isn't calling other teams to shop Ponson, but they are taking seriously interest expressed by the Braves, Astros and Red Sox. Previously, the Sun reported the Cardinals were willing to deal J.D. Drew for Ponson, but Wednesday's report suggested St. Louis was eyeing the Orioles' Pat Hentgen instead. The Washington Post adds San Francisco, Seattle and Boston to the list of teams interested in Ponson. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Kelvim Escobar Blue Jays Cardinals Giants Red Sox Jul. 30 - Escobar's name is showing up in more and more possible trades as the deadline approaches, and a number of scouts were in Toronto on Tuesday to see him pitch against the Devil Rays. The Cardinals and Giants were among those scouting the right-hander Tuesday, and reports indicate the potential three-way deal between the Cardinals, A's and Blue Jays is back on the table. The Newark Star-Ledger and Toronto Globe & Mail both report Oakland could acquire Escobar for Ted Lilly and pitching prospect Joe Blanton, then ship Escobar to St. Louis for J.D. Drew. The San Francisco Chronicle reports the Giants want Escobar, but the Jays' reportedly are interested in the Giants' Jesse Foppert in return, and the Giants are unlikely to part with him. The Newark paper also suggests the Yankees could get in on the Escobar chase in order to keep up with the Red Sox in the A.L. East's arms race. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Jeff Suppan Pirates Phillies Giants Red Sox Cardinals Braves Astros Jul. 30 - Despite rumors the Cardinals are hot on Suppan's trail, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports the bidding for the Pirates right-hander is down to the Phillies, Giants and Red Sox. Pirates GM Dave Littlefield confirmed the team had spoken with the Phillies, but no formal offers were discussed. Boston, which acquired Scott Williamson on Tuesday, was thought to have dropped out of the chase for Suppan, but the Red Sox apparently are right in the middle of it. St. Louis reportedly is involved in discussions of a three-way deal with Pittsburgh and Florida to get Suppan. Houston also is looking for a starting pitcher, and Suppan is thought to be high on their list, as well. Atlanta was interested at one point but now appears focused on Sidney Ponson or Kelvim Escobar. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Aaron Boone Reds Mariners Dodgers Jul. 30 - Boone reportedly has told the Reds he wants out of Cincinnati, and ESPN's Peter Gammons suggests Boone could wind up with the Dodgers. Tuesday, reports out of Seattle had the Mariners possibly making a pitch for Boone. Wednesday's Seattle Times, in fact, reports the M's are so close to a deal for Boone that they've approached the third baseman's agent about signing Boone to a multi-year contract extension. "We're trying, but you never know," one club official told the Times. "Sometimes you put something out there you really think is a good offer, really a good offer, and it's turned down. We feel we're doing that." WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Freddy Garcia Mariners Cardinals Giants Red Sox Jul. 30 - Seattle still is dangling Garcia and has received nibbles from Boston and San Francisco but hasn't been able to agree on compensation, reports the Seattle Times. The paper reports Boston offered Trot Nixon for Garcia, but Seattle needs a third baseman more than an outfielder and asked instead for Bill Mueller. The Red Sox declined. San Francisco reportedly lost interest when the Mariners wanted Pedro Feliz. Garcia's salary could slow the Cardinals' interest. There are a number of other, less-expensive pitchers St. Louis is eyeing. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Jose Guillen Reds Royals A's Jul. 30 - Guillen has been mentioned as drawing interest from a number of teams, and ESPN's Peter Gammons indicates the Royals could make a quick play for the outfielder since they're not likely to get Juan Gonzalez from Texas. However, the Newark Star-Ledger indicates Oakland GM Billy Beane could swoop in an grab Guillen in a straight cash transaction as the Reds look to reconfigure their budget. Guillen's 1.023 OPS makes him an ideal candidate for the A's, and the paper reports the Reds are more interested in cash than players in any trades. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Brian Giles Pirates Padres A's Mariners Jul. 30 - The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review indicates the blockbuster deal with the Padres still could happen this week, although not much has been said about it in recent days. For his part, Giles isn't much more than a bystander at this point, waiting while the teams try to work out details of Jason Kendall's contract as part of the deal. If the Padres trade falls through, though, reports Sunday indicate teams like the Mariners, A's and even the Dodgers are standing by to see if they might be able to snag Giles. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Rondell White Padres Marlins Mariners Royals Jul. 30 - With Raul Mondesi off the market and questions over whether the Cardinals will part with J.D. Drew, the Marlins are expected to accelerate talks with San Diego for White. One key will be whether the Marlins are willing to include catcher Ramon Castro in the deal. Recent reports have said both yes and no. Another snag might be money, as the San Diego Union-Tribune reports Florida is unwilling to take on more than $1.2 million of the $1.6 million due White. However, if the Padres acquire Jason Kendall from Pittsburgh in the Brian Giles deal, the question of Castro's availability will become moot. Other teams potentially interested in White include the Royals and Mariners. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Jeremi Gonzalez Devil Rays Cardinals Jul. 30 - The Toronto Globe & Mail reports the Cardinals were scouting Tampa's Gonzalez in his start Tuesday against the Blue Jays. The Devil Rays have said they're not looking to make a deal by Thursday's deadline but will listen to offers. However, the Cardinals might not have what Tampa is looking for. WHO INTERESTED THE SKINNY Juan Gonzalez Rangers Royals A's? Yankees? Jul. 30 - Though it is increasingly unlikely the Rangers will convince Gonzalez to waive his no-trade clause and accept a trade before Thursday's deadline, he will remain available in August. The belief is his $12 million salary will deter teams from claiming him off waivers, meaning the Rangers have until Aug. 31 to deal him. The Kansas City Star reports the Royals remain interested and will keep trying to get him.

I don't know if he has started this year, but i do know he started in 2001 and 2002. If I remember correctly he was a better starter in 01 then 02. Jason or some of the other west coast people would know more about this.

I would not call there Bullpen above average. Especially with Santana out of there. Right now besides Hawkins, I would call it below average.

It gives us another LH in the pen. And next year he will become a starter, so we will have 2 maybe 3 lefties in the rotation. I think its a good trade because you can't have to many LH pitchers. This will help us with teams like the Twins, M's, A's, Yankees, and Red Sox. All having players that can beat us Lefthanded.

He wanted to show White what his role was, mop up duty.

I was wondering the same thing, because its not like Show is an old guy. But I think the reason is becaue he wanted to start and they would not let him. BTW you can never have enough lefties.

I think Boone and Sullivan would make us better. Even if it was just Sullivan it would make us better.

Don't discount the O's they have played great since the break, and will be a tough matchup for the Twins

The only way I trade Crede is if we get Boone and Sullivan in return. Boone would be the replacement for Crede. He is a good defensive player plus he can swing the bat and wouldn't be a hole in the lineup like Crede has been for the past couple months.(Yes I know Crede has played well in certain games, but he hasn't put a streak on to not make me worried every time he comes up to bat.) Sulllivan would be a great addition to the bullpen because he can pitch almostevery day and would be a major upgrade over White, also allowing us to cut White.

I'm with you on that one LDF,

Its probaly been reported but the pitchers are Scott Dunn(The guy we got for Jimenez) and Bittner.

Thats why I think he will go after another RH reliever.

You may be right, but either way(if we get a 5th starter or a RH reliever) White is gone.

It seems as KW isn't done. I wouldn't be suprised if he didn't pick up a RH reliever instead of a starter. Last night White sucked and I think KW sees this and will go after Sullivan really hard and with that move Shoenwise into the rotation. He maight even try and get Boone in that deal. But it looks like Boone is either going to the Ms, Dodgers or staying with the Reds.

that Maggs in his last 46 games is hitting .396. I knew he was doing well over the past 2 months but not that well. He is why we have done so well lately.

I agree, also it would also give us a chance to go after Matsui or Tejada.

One thing Jim Baker doesn't undertsand is that reason Alomar isn't getting many doubles or tripples is because he is batting leadoff and not tring to hit for power. What he is tring to do is get on base for players like Thomas, Maggs, Lee, and Everett driving him in. Which IMO is what a leadoff hitter is supposed to so. And like Hawk and DJ have said many times is that if he was lower in the order he would be putting up the Doubles, tripples, and homers.

Yes I think they would take Konerko for Hernadez. the reason being is that they need a power hitting 1st baseman(They have Wil Cordero there right now.) The only problem would be would they take Konerko's salary and that could be a major question. But if it was excepted by the major leagues then I would do it. Like I said I don't see konerko being more than a .250 hitter, 20 homer and 80 RBI man the rest of his career.

I don't know about that Osuna has sucked this year with the yankees. But would love to have Biddle he would give us 3 guys back there able to save a game.

Yes he is coming around, I just don't think he will be much more than a .250 hitter with 20 homers and 80RBIs. He had his big year and now I think he will start to decline every year. I think if we can trade him this year when he still has a little value would be better than waiting and maybe not having any trade value. Maybe I went a little far in saying that I would except a trade for Livan using Paul, but I think he is on a decline and we need to trade him now.