Rich Aurilia Rumors

Brown's Latest: Fuentes, Hoffman, Wilson, Aurilia

By Tim Dierkes [November 26, 2008 at 7:13pm CST]

Here's a look at the latest from Yahoo's Tim Brown. The Mets kicked around the idea internally of signing both Brian Fuentes and Trevor Hoffman. The eighth inning would be a tough sell for either pitcher though. Brown says that if the Angels fail to sign Mark Teixeira they will try to sign C.C. Sabathia as well as a closer like Fuentes. The Dodgers want the Pirates to eat "a huge chunk" of the $7.85MM Jack Wilson has coming. The Giants and Dodgers have shown interest in Rich Aurilia. Continue Reading

Giants Rumors: Aurilia, Vizquel, Cain

By Tim Dierkes [September 29, 2008 at 9:23pm CST]

Andrew Baggarly of the San Jose Mercury News did some quick blogging from Brian Sabean's press conference today. Here's a full transcript. Hot stove notes: Rich Aurilia could be re-signed, but Omar Vizquel won't be back. The Giants will buy Vizquel out for $300K. With Pablo Sandoval penciled in at first base, the Giants may be reluctant to trade catcher Bengie Molina (my own speculation on the Molina part). Matt Cain is said to be "untouchable" in a trade. So we'll stop with the Cain trade scenarios for now. Possible offseason needs include bullpen help and a run-producer. The relief... Continue Reading

Odds and Ends: Aurilia, Vazquez, Al Reyes, Varitek

By Tim Dierkes [September 19, 2008 at 2:45pm CST]

Some random links for today... McCovey Chronicles thinks Rich Aurilia would be a nice fit for the '09 Giants. Tyler Kepner of the New York Times says the Yankees never really had to give up on Javier Vazquez. The Mets released Al Reyes; he never pitched for them. Reyes had nine saves for the Rays in April of last year, but it's mostly been downhill since then. Jason Varitek does not want to talk about 2009. It's hard to see the Red Sox offering him more than one year. RotoAuthority discusses the fantasy baseball code of honor. Continue Reading

Giants Rumors: Winn, Walker, Aurilia

By Tim Dierkes [August 17, 2008 at 11:47pm CST]

Let's dig into a couple of blog posts from Giants beat writers Henry Schulman and Andrew Baggarly. Schulman says the Giants' front office is divided on whether to trade right fielder Randy Winn this winter. Nate Schierholtz has a .931 OPS in Triple A this year, but can he be a capable regular in 2009? Winn makes $8.25MM in '09, and can block trades to ten teams. The Giants could take advantage of a weak free agent market for center fielders, if Winn can still handle the position. Tyler Walker, owner of a 4.95 ERA, expects to be non-tendered by... Continue Reading

Waiver Trade Possibilities For Red Sox, Rays

By Tim Dierkes [August 14, 2008 at 10:38am CST]

The Red Sox, three games behind the Rays in the standings, have the advantage when it comes to waiver claims. Both teams are dealing with injured third basemen for the next few weeks, and may choose to bring in some veteran assistance. Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe names four players who may be of interest to the Red Sox and Rays: Rich Aurilia, Mark Loretta, Gary Sheffield, and Kevin Millar. Even after he clears waivers, a deal for Sheffield seems unlikely. The Rays have already expressed their disinterest. Sheffield doesn't expect a deal, noting that he's been put on... Continue Reading

Mets Eyeing Rich Aurilia?

By Tim Dierkes [August 4, 2008 at 8:43am CST]

Andrew Baggarly of the San Jose Mercury News has a rumor this morning: A New York Mets official is following the Giants and has submitted a recommendation to acquire Rich Aurilia. The Brooklyn native is likely one of the first names the Giants submitted through waivers; if so, he would clear on Tuesday. Aurilia has about $1.5MM left on his contract this year; he's hitting .281/.334/.421 in 308 plate appearances. He's a righthanded hitter who has handled southpaws well. He'd be a fine platoon partner for Carlos Delgado, and he could also dabble at the other infield positions as needed.... Continue Reading

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Twins Looking For A Second Baseman?

By Tim Dierkes [July 31, 2008 at 7:53am CST]

According to Bob Dutton of the KC Star, the Twins are in the market for a second baseman. Alexi Casilla has a serious thumb injury. Dutton mentions Mark Grudzielanek, Rich Aurilia, and Brian Roberts as possibilities. Roberts, however, may be off the market. Dutton says the Twins could use Boof Bonser and Craig Monroe as bait. Here's a look at the trade market for second basemen. Continue Reading

Stark's Latest: Aurilia, Fuentes, Orlando Cabrera

By Tim Dierkes [July 30, 2008 at 2:18pm CST]

New collection of rumors from ESPN's Jayson Stark... The Twins have asked the Giants about Rich Aurilia. They've been dangling Boof Bonser for a position player; would they trade him back to San Francisco for Aurilia? On the Phillies' radar: John Grabow, Will Ohman, Arthur Rhodes, and Jack Taschner. A Brian Fuentes trade remains doubtful. The White Sox will trade Orlando Cabrera for the right pitcher. The Sox aren't generating much interest in their prospects. Continue Reading

Ray Durham Trade Reactions

By Tim Dierkes [July 21, 2008 at 9:51am CST]

Yesterday, the Giants traded second baseman Ray Durham to the Brewers for minor leaguers Darren Ford and Steve Hammond. They were ranked 21st and 27th among Brewers prospects heading into the season, according to Baseball America. Today let's look at reactions to the trade. ESPN's Keith Law considers Durham a useful addition for Milwaukee, albeit only offensively. He considers the prospects received by San Francisco to be "close to a zero return." The Giants picked up roughly half the money owed to Durham. The trade was jarring for Ford. Henry Schulman wonders if Rich Aurilia will be the next Giants... Continue Reading

Giants Rumors: Durham, Aurilia, Vizquel

By Tim Dierkes [July 8, 2008 at 4:41pm CST]

Andrew Baggarly of the San Jose Mercury News talked to Giants GM Brian Sabean about his deadline plans. By the way, you can download Sabean's trade history here. Sabean may make an acquisition to aid the '08 club, which is only five games out. However, he won't acquire players who will become free agents after the season. He compared his situation to '05, when the Giants added Randy Winn for Jesse Foppert and Yorvit Torrealba. Unlike that deal, the Giants are not going to move any of their young pitchers. Ray Durham, Rich Aurilia, and Omar Vizquel are prime candidates... Continue Reading

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Sabean Explains Giants' Trade Strategy

By Tim Dierkes [July 4, 2008 at 12:23pm CST]

Giants GM Brian Sabean explained his trade deadline strategy to the San Francisco Chronicle's Henry Schulman. As you might expect, starters Tim Lincecum, Matt Cain, and Jonathan Sanchez are off-limits. The trio has 331 Ks already. The Giants aren't interested in a rental, even though they are in the race at five games out. Sabean is likely to keep Bengie Molina and Randy Winn, but Ray Durham, Omar Vizquel, and Rich Aurilia are available. Continue Reading

Sabean: Giants Will Not Be Sellers In '08

By Cork Gaines [May 15, 2008 at 1:29pm CST]

Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle has some telling quotes from Giants GM Brian Sabean. Despite a 17-24 record and being 8.5 games behind the D-Backs in 3rd place of the NL West, Sabean says the Giants are not going to give up on the '08 season and will not be trading off their veteran players. "As long as we've got a chance to stay in and around third place, why not?" Sabean said as he stood along the dugout rail and watched his players take batting practice. "Why wouldn't you want to think that way? These guys think... Continue Reading

Giants Interested In Nick Johnson?

By Nat Boyle [April 6, 2008 at 10:16am CST]

Henry Schulman at The San Francisco Chronicle reports that Giants GM Brian Sabean is seeking a left-handed hitting 1B to complement the aging Rich Aurilia, and lists Nick Johnson and the Braves' Scott Thorman as points of interest. Nick Johnson is off to a hot start hitting .368/.455/.688 in 19 ABs, and for this reason Schulman suggests he could be off the market; however, contrary to that rationale, the Nationals might want to take advantage of Johnson's sudden upswing in value. They do have Dmitri Young sitting idly by. If the Giants want to spend $11MM over the next 2... Continue Reading

Stark's Latest: Davis, Valdez, Roberts, Lofton

By Tim Dierkes [March 10, 2008 at 9:30pm CST]

ESPN's Jayson Stark checks in with a blog entry jam-packed with rumorage. Stark says the Giants are shopping Rich Aurilia, Ray Durham, Steve Kline, Randy Winn, Tyler Walker, Rajai Davis, and Merkin Valdez. The vets we knew about; the last two are a surprise. Probably stems from both being out of options. Brian Roberts update: Stark talked to a club official who's in touch with the Cubs and O's. That guy expects a deal to be done next week. Plus, Stark sees the O's as an active suitor for Kyle Lohse at the right price. Stark confirms the rumblings that... Continue Reading

Odds And Ends: Crede, Marlins, Canó, Bonds

By Matthew Birt [March 2, 2008 at 4:45pm CST]

Some interesting tidbits this afternoon before I check out: Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that one of Brian Sabean's top advisors, Ted Uhlaender, was present to witness Joe Crede's homer off of Arizona's Max Scherzer on Saturday. Seems more and more likely, as Crede proves his back is fine, that he will be moved to the Giants. Will the White Sox get Kevin Correia in exchange for Crede? The White Sox need a back-of-the-rotation guy, and Kenny Williams and company think they can win this year. So prospects probably won't get it done. While the Giants could... Continue Reading

Giants Rumors: Lincecum, Tejada, Sexson

By Tim Dierkes [December 4, 2007 at 11:43am CST]

Andrew Baggarly gives his take on the Giants hot stove buzz. One Reds official think the Giants almost have to trade Tim Lincecum to build an offensive core. It seems the Mariners and Reds in particular are pushing for Lincecum. The Ms could offer Adam Jones; the Reds have Jay Bruce, Joey Votto, and Josh Hamilton. The Mariners could've had Lincecum with the fifth overall pick in 2006, but opted for Brandon Morrow instead. The Reds could've had him too but went for Drew Stubbs. The Giants and Orioles discussed Miguel Tejada, and the O's like players such as Jonathan.. Continue Reading