Clay Buchholz Rumors

Rangers Rumors: Byrd, Valverde, Littleton

By Tim Dierkes [November 26, 2008 at 11:27am CST]

We haven't discussed the Rangers much lately. Let's take a look at the latest from MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan (here and here). Hat tip: The Newberg Report. The interest shown in Kevin Millwood and Vicente Padilla has been "tentative at best." Rangers GM Jon Daniels wants Clay Buchholz from the Red Sox for one of his catchers, but Sullivan says the Sox made it clear Buchholz is not available under any circumstances. Sullivan suggests the Sox might be more inclined to trade Justin Masterson or Michael Bowden if they bolster their minor league pitching depth by signing Junichi Tazawa. Sullivan wonders... Continue Reading

Looking Beyond Varitek

By Tim Dierkes [November 26, 2008 at 9:20am CST]

According to Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald, a slew of catchers are being shopped to the Red Sox. Among them: Jeff Mathis, Mike Napoli, Brian Schneider, Miguel Montero, John Buck, Ramon Hernandez, Bengie Molina, Carlos Santana, Kelly Shoppach, Victor Martinez, Jesus Flores, Kenji Johjima, Jeff Clement, Yorvit Torrealba, and the Rangers' guys. Silverman says the Braves, Cardinals, and Rays also have catchers available. It seems that teams are asking for players like Justin Masterson, Clay Buchholz, or Lars Anderson in some cases. On the Jason Varitek front, Scott Boras told the AP yesterday that he's had no financial discussions... Continue Reading

Gammons' Latest: Penny, Jenks, Salty

By Tim Dierkes [November 17, 2008 at 9:13am CST]

Let's take a look at Peter Gammons' Saturday blog post. Gammons indicates that Brad Penny is working hard this offseason, and teams such as the Cardinals, Red Sox, Rangers, and Blue Jays "appreciate" his past success. The Mets are apparently worried about Bobby Jenks' declining strikeout rate, a sentiment echoed by Joel Sherman. Sherman talked to a Mets official who said the chances of acquiring Jenks are "close to zero." The Rangers apparently wanted Clay Buchholz or two of Justin Masterson/Nick Hagadone/Michael Bowden for Jarrod Saltalamacchia. The Red Sox aren't biting. The Rangers would probably have to trade Hank Blalock... Continue Reading

Rangers Rumors: Blalock, Blake, Catchers

By Tim Dierkes [November 6, 2008 at 11:43am CST]

Next up we'll dig into the latest Rangers rumors, courtesy of Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News. The Rangers are expected to pick up their $6.2MM option on Hank Blalock today. It doesn't seem that Blalock will spend much time at third base if he's with the Rangers in 2009. Instead, he'd play first and DH. Of course, a trade is possible. The Rangers may look at outside options for third base, and they've been in touch with Casey Blake's agent. The Rangers have an eye on defense, which might rule out Garrett Atkins. Grant finds Joe Crede questionable,... Continue Reading

Red Sox Rumors: Bay, Tazawa, Kawakami, Lugo

By Tim Dierkes [November 5, 2008 at 4:03pm CST]

Collecting today's Red Sox rumors and links... Nick Cafardo says the Red Sox did not meet with C.C. Sabathia's agent and he doesn't appear to be in their plans. The Sox are eyeing southpaw reliever Billy Traber, according to WEEI's Alex Speier. Scott Boras believes Derek Lowe would be a good fit in Boston or New York. Nick Cafardo says Lowe would like to return to Boston, maybe even at a slight discount. Jason Bay's agents say he's loving Boston and is open to a contract extension. When asked about the possibility of Manny Ramirez signing with the Yankees, Red... Continue Reading

Red Sox To Pursue Peavy?

By Nat Boyle [October 19, 2008 at 9:16am CST]

The Red Sox could make a pitch for Jake Peavy, according to Sean McAdam of the Boston Herald. "It stands to reason the Padres would want two of the team’s three best young arms - Clay Buchholz, Michael Bowden and Justin Masterson - plus another position player. If the Sox were to include highly regarded first baseman Lars Anderson in a package with two of their best pitching prospects, talks between the clubs would certainly become interesting. But officials with other clubs believe the Sox consider Anderson to be virtually untouchable." Beyond the names mentioned above, Sox prospects Ryan Kalish... Continue Reading

Cafardo's Latest: Salty, Renteria, Pudge

By Tim Dierkes [September 15, 2008 at 2:57pm CST]

Let's take a look at the latest column from Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe. The Red Sox are "intrigued" by Rangers catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia (I believe they have been for some time). Jamey Newberg would like to see Clay Buchholz in a Rangers uniform, but admits the deal would have to be expanded. The Red Sox will not have to pay the $3MM buyout on Edgar Renteria if the Tigers decline his $11MM option for '09. The free agent market for shorstops is weak, but the Tigers will probably look elsewhere given Renteria's .269/.318/.375 showing. Cafardo wonders if Jason... Continue Reading

The Price For Fuentes

By Tim Dierkes [July 23, 2008 at 9:16am CST]

According to Troy E. Renck of the Denver Post, the Rockies have asked various teams for the following players for closer Brian Fuentes: Wade Davis, Ian Kennedy, Clay Buchholz, and Jon Niese. Tracy Ringolsby says no concrete offers have been made for Fuentes yet. Fuentes will provide two months of solid relieving, and possibly two draft picks after that. But alternatives are plentiful, and the Rockies are in danger of overplaying their hand if the price doesn't come down soon. It doesn't help the Rockies that the Nationals accepted Emilio Bonifacio for for 2.3 years of Jon Rauch. Continue Reading

Odds and Ends: Posada, Uribe, Wise, Red Sox

By Sarah Green [May 31, 2008 at 4:39pm CST]

Today's links... Jorge Posada could rejoin the Yankees as early as Wednesday (a few reports suggested Tuesday). Kat O'Brien of Newsday says the Yanks will hold on to both Jose Molina and Chad Moeller for "a while" after Posada returns, but as Peter Abraham points out on the LoHud Yankees blog, the Yankees have a real need for a set-up man now that Joba Chamberlain is starting. Juan Uribe has been activated from the 15-day DL, and although Ozzie Guillen said he wasn't guaranteed playing time, they had to make room on the roster nonetheless. DeWayne Wise was designated for... Continue Reading

Perrotto's Latest: Atkins, Holliday, Howard

By Tim Dierkes [May 26, 2008 at 12:38am CST]

Baseball Prospectus' John Perrotto has a new column up; let's discuss the hot stove tidbits. Perrotto wouldn't be surprised to see Clay Buchholz rejoin the Red Sox as a reliever, though some have suggested he'll just remain in Pawtucket. The Red Sox have an embarrassment of starting pitching right now. The Indians are "bringing up Garrett Atkins and Matt Holliday in trade talks." Holliday just hit the DL, but there's plenty of time before the deadline. Perrotto's sources suggest the Phillies may deal Ryan Howard before the '09 season, to avoid his probable large salary. Can you think of any... Continue Reading

Projecting Clay Buchholz

By Tim Dierkes [January 24, 2008 at 10:52am CST]

Projecting Clay Buchholz for 2008 is not easy, and I don't have all the answers. But head on over to RotoAuthority if you are interested in the fantasy baseball discussion Continue Reading

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Beane Has High Asking Price For Haren

By Tim Dierkes [December 3, 2007 at 8:43am CST]

Did you expect anything different? Billy Beane is happy to field offers on Dan Haren and Joe Blanton, but he'll require a king's ransom for either pitcher. Jayson Stark says Beane asked the Yankees for two of Phil Hughes, Joba Chamberlain, and Ian Kennedy for Haren. With the Red Sox it was two of Clay Buchholz, Jon Lester, and Jacoby Ellsbury. The Mets would have to pony up Carlos Gomez and Fernando Martinez. With two starters under contract through 2010, Beane and the A's are sitting pretty. One source of Stark echoes the popular sentiment that Miguel Cabrera in an.. Continue Reading

Heyman On Santana

By Tim Dierkes [November 27, 2007 at 4:54pm CST]

SI.com's Jon Heyman has the latest on the Johan Santana trade talks. The Twins want Melky Cabrera plus one of Chamberlain/Hughes/Kennedy from the Yankees. If the Yanks can surrender Kennedy rather than Hughes or Joba, they've done a nice job. Sounds like they would consider giving up Hughes though. The Twins want one of Clay Buchholz or Jon Lester plus Jacoby Ellsbury. Lester seems to be the only one of the three the Red Sox would part with, while they'd also be fine with sending Coco Crisp over. Heyman names the Mets, Dodgers, Angels, and Mariners as interested parties. First.. Continue Reading

More On Mike Lowell

By Tim Dierkes [November 9, 2007 at 1:23pm CST]

Michael Silverman has a little detail on Boston's three-year offer to Mike Lowell: it's between $12-15MM per season. It's all guaranteed, and it doesn't seem to be a "take it or leave it" offer, but they won't add a fourth year. So it's for $45MM on the high end. If you agree with Jon Heyman's 4/52 prediction, Lowell would be leaving a minimum of $7MM on the table. Silverman adds that the Red Sox won't go nuts trying to replace Lowell with a big name if things don't work out. They figure that if Kevin Youkilis can win a Gold.. Continue Reading

Sunday Morning Santana

By Tim Dierkes [September 30, 2007 at 10:40am CST]

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe discusses the names being thrown around for Johan Santana. As well as the Kemp/Kershaw for Santana, Cafardo quotes an AL Executive: One AL executive theorized, "There are a few teams who could match up with the Twins. Would the Yankees deal Melky Cabrera and an Ian Kennedy for Santana? How about Boston? Would they send a Clay Buchholz and a Jacoby Ellsbury for him? The Mets? There are few teams who could handle the paycheck you'd have to give Santana and also be able to part with key prospects." If that logic is correct,.. Continue Reading

Red Sox Continue Discussions For Dye

By Tim Dierkes [July 28, 2007 at 11:24am CST]

UPDATE: The Chicago Tribune cites two factors for the non-trade - a disagreement over the players involved and Dye's lack of desire to go to Boston. The Hartford Courant adds that Kenny Williams demanded either Clay Buchholz or Jacoby Ellsbury. UPDATE 2: Could the Phillies be the third team, working Michael Bourn into the mix somehow? Ken Rosenthal has updated this post with some information regarding Boston's ongoing pursuit of Jermaine Dye. Apparently Dye was willing to waive his no-trade clause for some performance bonuses and a guarantee of playing five days a week. A third club would've been needed.. Continue Reading

Red Sox Emerge As Top Buehrle Suitor

By Tim Dierkes [June 24, 2007 at 9:31am CST]

Here's something we didn't see coming. According to Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times, the Red Sox have emerged as the frontrunner for southpaw Mark Buehrle. They've jumped ahead of the Braves and Mets on the strength of their farm system. Cowley says talks between Buehrle and the White Sox regarding an extension are basically dead. Now Boston has taken center stage, even sending assistant GM Allard Baird to watch Buehrle's last start (a typical fine effort from him). Cowley believes a major motivation for the Red Sox is keeping Buehrle away from the Yankees. The Red Sox would apparently.. Continue Reading