Trade talk is heating up for a number of clubs, but Angels GM Jerry Dipoto told reporters, including MLB.com's Alden Gonzalez, not to expect much chatter out of the club between now and July 31st. “We have a 25-man roster right now of guys that are playing particularly well, they’re feeding off each other,” the GM said. “I don’t think it’s imminent that we make any kind of moves, nor do I think that it’s a must.” It was already hard to imagine the Halos making additions, in part because of their already hefty $154MM payroll. More from around baseball as Saturday turns to Sunday..
- Twins Assistant GM Rob Antony told Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN (via Twitter) that he'll engage Ryan Doumit's agent in extension talks soon. Doumit has enjoyed his time in Minnesota and has interest in returning next season.
- White Sox GM Ken Williams kept mum today when asked about the current climate of the trade market, writes MLB.com's Scott Merkin. The club has been linked heavily to Red Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis.
- Tigers GM Dave Dombrowski must find a way to acquire a solid everyday second baseman and a right-handed power bat, opines Lynn Henning of The Detroit News.
- Cuban outfielder Yasiel Puig was set to have workouts for teams today for scouts in Mexico but wound up being a no-show, writes Ben Badler of Baseball America. The 21-year-old has apparently changed representation and will now audition for clubs in Cancun over the next week.
I’d much rather the White Sox make a move on Chase Headley than Youkilis.
No show Puig? Who does he think he is? That should turn some teams off.
Angels should be considering trading away a couple of pieces if anything. Bourjos, Morales, and Itzturis all come to mind. Maybe net another bullpen piece, 5th starter, or maybe even a better 3B option?