David Ortiz Rumors

Odds and Ends: Wade, Crisp, Holliday

Links for Thursday... New commenters are signing up every day as MLB Trade Rumors grows. Before commenting, be sure to read our policy. If you ever see someone violating the policy just send me an email and I'll take care of it. If you receive an email from noreply@mlbrumors.com talking about some kind of newsletter, that has nothing to do with me or MLB Trade Rumors. We have a daily email of our latest posts, and that comes from dierkes@gmail.com. Bruce Miles of the Daily Herald wonders if Kerry Wood might accept an offer of arbitration from the Cubs. Hal...   Continue Reading

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Odds and Ends: Pettitte, Zaun, Blanco

Links for Tuesday... Scott Bordow feels the D'Backs and Randy Johnson should meet at $5MM, which still seems light. David Murphy explains why the Phillies make more sense than the Mariners for Jamie Moyer, geographically. David Ortiz would like the Red Sox to add a 30 home run bat. Richard Justice wants the Astros to sign both Randy Wolf and Andy Pettitte. He says the Cubs and Cardinals will be talking to Pettitte even though his heart is with the Yankees. El Lefty Malo recommends the Giants sign Derek Lowe. The Giants are at least considering the big-ticket free agents....   Continue Reading

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Olney's Latest: Sexson, Ibanez, Ortiz

Buster Olney's blog post is overloaded with rumors today. Here's a rundown: Olney's Speculation: Will the Red Sox will express interest in Khalil Greene with Julio Lugo on the DL for 4-6 weeks? Olney also wonders if the Dodgers will seek Huston Street if Takashi Saito is seriously hurt. Scout Speculation: Huston Street and Matt Murton to the Rays for prospects? Bobby Kielty was granted release by the Red Sox. Richie Sexson could decide where to go based on greatest offered playing time. I'd say that's expected for a veteran starter. Olney says that requests for Max Scherzer are keeping...   Continue Reading

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Red Sox Rumors: Bonds, Fuentes

Checking in on the Red Sox... The rumor that the Red Sox quietly worked out Barry Bonds at Fenway made its way to GM Theo Epstein, who dismissed it. Tony Massarotti is in favor of the idea, nonetheless. David Ortiz felt no pain following batting practice, so it may be a moot point. According to Ed Price, Rockies reliever Brian Fuentes remains on Boston's radar. Epstein admitted he is monitoring the relief market. Sean McAdam of the Providence Journal profiles prospects the Sox could use as trade chips.   Continue Reading

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Red Sox Trade Wish List

Tony Massarotti of the Boston Herald takes a look at Boston's wish list, some of which could be fulfilled via trade this month. The Red Sox are still looking for an heir to Jason Varitek's throne. Apparently the Sox have inquired about catching prospects. The Rangers are considered to have the game's largest surplus at the position. Julio Lugo is signed through 2010, but the Red Sox are looking for a better long-term option at short. Massarotti doesn't mention how Jed Lowrie fits into the plan. Massarotti says the Red Sox are "closely monitoring" Braves first baseman Mark Teixeira. Their...   Continue Reading

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Rosenthal's Latest: Teixeira, Liriano, Garcia, Willingham

Ken Rosenthal has a new hot stove article up. Rosenthal leads with some Mark Teixeira-Angels speculation, but admits the Braves aren't considering trading him and the Angels are content with their team. The Halos' .706 team OPS ranks 12th in the AL; something should be done. All kinds of Mariners turmoil. They could look to acquire a center fielder given the move back to right for Ichiro. Releases of Richie Sexson and Jose Vidro could be on the agenda. And chemistry problems abound, with Ichiro and Kenji Johjima at the center. The Ms might consider Chris Antonetti and David Forst...   Continue Reading

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Will Ortiz Injury Lead To Acquisition?

11:21pm: Terry Francona says surgery for Ortiz is "very unlikely." 9:28pm: Bad news for the Red Sox - DH David Ortiz will miss a significant chunk of the season with his wrist injury. There's even a chance Ortiz could need season-ending surgery. An open DH spot in Boston is sure to light up the rumor mill. Keep in mind, though, that the Sox could fill the vacancy internally. For example, Manny Ramirez could DH and Brandon Moss could play left. Plenty of bats are out there if Theo Epstein does look for outside help. The following players may be available:...   Continue Reading

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Heyman's Best-Ever Free Agent Deals

A few weeks ago Jon Heyman gave us his list of the worst-ever free agent signings, and you guys chimed in on what deals should have been included on the list. Heyman is back at it again. This time, he has his list of the 20 best free agent signings ever. Topping the list is the 1-year/$1.25MM deal given to David Ortiz back in 2003. I am not convinced that a 1-year deal deserves to be at the top of this list. So let's have it. Which deal would top your list? What deals not on the list, deserve to...   Continue Reading

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ESPN Deportes: Ortiz Nearing Extension

Thanks to reader Nick for the tip. A rough translation of this article: David Ortiz is nearing a four-year, $50MM contract extension with the Red Sox. The source has family ties to Ortiz. Ortiz's agency, SFX declined to comment   Continue Reading

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