Pirates Rumors: Bay, Morris, McLouth, Nady

Morris makes 9.5 Mil this year. Why would they need to take 70% of that to dump him?

Someone would gladly take Morris for 1 year, 6.5 Mil.

I have no idea where Perrotto's 70% figure comes from.

I just really do not see the braves having much interest in chris duffy, as they already have made a move for a similar player in josh anderson. However, I can definitely see duffy being part of a deal that would also include marte or grabow, as the braves have definitely made it known they are looking for a lefty reliever. If that were the case, the braves and pirates could definitely have something to talk about. I will admit, while we may not have that much interest, it would not be the end of the world to acquire duffy.

Duffy to ATL for Lillibridge? Rumor was the Braves preferred Duffy over him in the LaRoche trade. Littlefield thought Duffy was the end all be all. The Pirates need a middle infielder (utility) and this would allow them to move Wilson if a reasonable deal would come about. Lillibridge could be the leadoff hitter the Buccos have needed for years. I hope the Pirates are very active and turn over the roster. I hope they pursue trading Snell. He would bring them the best package of ML ready talent. I am surprised with Huntington's patience. I thought he would make a splash by now. Littlefield would have already traded Bay for 3 AA relievers by now.