Relievers Rumors

The Relief Market

Mark Hale of the New York Post mentions some available relievers in today's column. The Mets, like many teams, may be looking to acquire bullpen help. Here are Hale's trade candidates: Chad Cordero Jon Rauch Eric Gagne Akinori Otsuka Salomon Torres Hale's source believes the Rangers would only trade one of Otsuka/Gagne, and not both. Some other "name" relievers who may be available leading up to the July 31st deadline, in my estimation: Al Reyes Octavio Dotel David Riske Mike MacDougal Mike Stanton Dave Weathers Eddie Guardado The Royals, Devil Rays, Rangers, Nationals, and Reds are shaping up as the..   Continue Reading

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The Relief Market

The complaining in Philadelphia is going to reach a fever pitch if GM Pat Gillick doesn't shore up the bullpen soon. Charlie Manuel put it bluntly: "We've got to fix our 'pen." So which relievers might be available, aside from the aforementioned Brad Lidge? There's Byung-Hyun Kim, but he'd probably be a nightmare in Philadelphia. The Rockies can't seem to pawn him off on anyone. The Phils would love to get Scott Linebrink, but the Padres don't have any reason to give him up and in fact might yet work out a contract extension. Salomon Torres should be available, but..   Continue Reading

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2007 MLB Free Agent Market: Middle Relievers

Updated 1-9-07 Is there anyone useful left among the free agent relievers? At this point, it's a mixed bag. Take a look at the available free agents. Mike DeJean - He had shoulder surgery in June and barely pitched in 2006. He was useful in 2005 so someone will bring him aboard. Dustin Hermanson - The White Sox declined their $3.65MM option on him after his back limited him to less than seven innings with the big club this year. The Yankees took a look at his medical records earlier this month. Dan Kolb - Despite two full seasons of..   Continue Reading

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Relievers On The Market

Sometimes trade deadlines come and go without any phenomenal blockbuster; such was the case last year when July's biggest deal may have been the Randy Winn trade. However, one type of player is sure to change hands - contenders will add relievers this month. Let's break down the best available. The reliever who could make the biggest difference this year is probably Tom Gordon. Trading him now could free the Phillies from the worrisome agreement to pay him $5-7 mil per season as he nears 40 years old. Gordon has been excellent this year. A return to the Yankees has..   Continue Reading

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