Chad Gaudin Rumors

Week in Review

Here's a look back at the biggest stories MLBTR covered for the week of July 6 - 13: The Brewers completed a deal for C.C. Sabathia, sending Matt LaPorta and other prospects to Cleveland in return. Sabathia's looked great so far, and LaPorta's already making an impact in the Indians minor league system. Looks good for both teams right now if you ask this guy. The Cubs answered their division rival quickly, landing Oakland ace Rich Harden along with Chad Gaudin in exchange for Matt Murton, Sean Gallagher, Eric Patterson, and Josh Donaldson. Harden was brilliant in his debut. I...   Continue Reading

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Rich Harden Links

It's only July 9th, and we've already seen two huge names moved. Today let's round up the Rich Harden links. Susan Slusser says the A's weren't discussing Harden with any other teams. Jim Hendry was persistent for weeks, while Billy Beane has had his eye on Sean Gallagher for years (however, Buster Olney says this deal was pulled together within the last two days). Chad Gaudin was included in the deal as insurance for Harden. Slusser wonders whether Joe Blanton could be next to go. Rob Neyer is reminded of the Mark Mulder trade, and thinks the A's might even...   Continue Reading

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Odds And Ends: Brewers, White Sox, Astros, Harden

A few minor notes from around the MLBiverse... Jon Heyman came up with a list of 19 pitchers that could be made available prior to the trade deadline. He also presents a list of 12 candidates that the Mariners may consider for their vacant GM position. The Brewers' assistant GM indicated the team would like to add a starting pitcher to give the pitching staff more depth. Ken Williams says that he is happy with the White Sox' roster and has not assigned scouts to specific players on other teams that could be available. Richard Justice says that the Astros...   Continue Reading

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Rosenthal's Latest: Possible Waiver Deals

Ken Rosenthal has a new post up; below are some points of interest for rumor-hounds like us. Josh Towers and Steve Trachsel have both cleared waivers. You'll find their contract info as well as a complete list of those who have cleared waivers here. Rosenthal says the Rockies are monitoring both pitchers; they were forced to start journeyman Tim Harikkala today. The Rox also called the A's about Chad Gaudin but found the price prohibitive. Another reason a Gaudin trade wouldn't make sense is that he wouldn't pass through waivers. Towers is attracting multiple suitors. I think he'll have moderate..   Continue Reading

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