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Odds And Ends: Rockies, Spilborghs, Harper

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 24, 2009 at 4:55pm CDT

Rockies Looking For Pitching

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 24, 2009 at 9:43am CDT

Rockies GM Dan O'Dowd told Dave Krieger of the Denver Post something we've heard a lot of recently: there just aren't that many sellers right now. Here are the details from Krieger's column:

Winners of 17 of their last 19, the Rockies are looking to improve their rotation and their 'pen.
O'Dowd isn't sure anyone in the NL other than the Pirates, Nationals and Padres would engage in trade talks right now.
The Rockies could move Jorge De La Rosa to the bullpen if they acquire a starter.
Garrett Atkins and Yorvit Torrealba are available, but haven't drawn much interest.

Sherman On Phillies, Rockies, Marlins

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 24, 2009 at 8:32am CDT

Joel Sherman of the New York Post explains how Jason Marquis and Ryan Spilborghs almost became Phillies and names a dangerous NL East team:

A few weeks ago the Phillies and Rockies seriously discussed a deal that would have sent Marquis and Spilborghs to the Phillies for J.A. Happ and prospects.
The Phillies would have acquired an innings eater and a righty bat, while the Rockies would have shed payroll and acquired young talent.
The Rockies began an extended hot streak after the trade talks began, so they decided not to make the deal.
Colorado is now quietly in search of a veteran reliever.
Some believe the Marlins are a threat to win the NL East because of their talented young rotation.
Sherman reminds us that the Marlins have "one of the most aggressive, successful front offices in the majors."

O’Dowd Quells Hawpe Rumors

By Nat Boyle | June 21, 2009 at 9:55am CDT

Rockies GM Dan O'Dowd is snuffing out rumors that the Rockies would trade Brad Hawpe if the price is right, according to Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post. Saunders writes,

"'I don't know where any of that came from,' O'Dowd said. 'I don't foresee us doing anything with him. That's something you would only do strategically, for the big picture. That would be something for the offseason, if at all.' … Before the Rockies sizzled their way back into wild-card contention, there was plenty of speculation around baseball that the Rockies would begin unloading players in July. That's no longer the case."

The Rockies have six weeks to evaluate their competitive chances before the non-waiver trade deadline. Baseball Prospectus gives the Rockies a 27.5% chance of making the playoffs. Hawpe said he would void his $10MM 2011 club option and become a free agent if he's dealt.

Odds & Ends: Webb, Padres, Corpas, Nationals

By Mike Axisa | June 19, 2009 at 8:38pm CDT

Some Friday evening linkage…

Nick Piecoro says that if Brandon Webb's latest setback requires surgery, it would give the club pause about picking up his $8.5MM option for 2010.
Paul DePodesta runs through all of the Padres' recent roster moves.
Rockies reliever Manny Corpas had an MRI on his right elbow today according to Patrick Saunders. Both the team and Corpas were surprised since he has pitched effectively of late. Depending on the severity of the injury, this may impact the Rockies' decision to trade closer Huston Street.
Thomas Boswell at The Washington Post says we "will see little or nothing for a long time" regarding negotiations with first overall pick Stephen Strasburg. Boswell also says the Nats have begun to discuss which free agents they will pursue next offseason, and the general assumption is that they will go after a reliever.
Alyson Footer tweets that the Astros have signed three draft picks, including third rounder Jonathan Meyer.
CBSsports.com's Scott Miller spoke to Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik, who indicated that they haven't decided to sell off movable pieces yet.
Dean Jones Jr. writes that the Orioles signed a pair of undrafted free agents out of Towson: infielder Gary Helmick and catcher Jason Stifler.

Odds And Ends: Webb, Doumit, Blanks

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 19, 2009 at 10:53am CDT

Links for Friday morning…

Bill Conlin of the Philadelphia Daily News argues the Phillies should declare prospect Michael Taylor off-limits.
Mark Kiszla of the Denver Post says the 2009 Rockies are nothing like the version that stunned us with a late-season surge two Septembers ago.
Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports argues the Nationals need to fire Manny Acta or assure him that he'll manage all season.
Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic says Brandon Webb had a setback and could miss the entire year.
Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette wonders whether the Pirates have considered moving Ryan Doumit to first base or right field when he returns.
The Padres called up their top prospect, Kyle Blanks, according to Baseball America's John Manuel.
Ben Klayman and Megan Davies of Reuters report that the Ricketts family has a rival in its bid to buy the Cubs, as an old bidder is again involved.

Rosenthal On Buyers And Sellers

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 18, 2009 at 9:17am CDT

Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports predicts whether six of the teams on the fringes of the playoff race will become buyers or sellers between now and July 31st, providing some rumors along the way:

The Cardinals, who are not interested in Miguel Tejada, are tracking Mark DeRosa.
Carl Pavano, Jamey Carroll and Rafael Betancourt could all become trade candidates.
The Indians will only move Victor Martinez or Cliff Lee if they're overwhelmed.
Rosenthal predicts the White Sox will be buyers. After all, their offense has lots of room for improvement and they're just 3.0 games behind Detroit.
If the Rockies sell, they could have two impressive trade chips in Jason Marquis and Huston Street.
One GM predicts that demand for Street will be so intense that he'll command more in return than Matt Holliday will for the A's.
The Yankees, Rangers and Dodgers could have interest if Street hits the market.
The Astros won't likely add payroll, but Rosenthal doesn't expect them to sell.
Along with Erik Bedard and Jarrod Washburn, the Mariners have Adrian Beltre. We don't know if any of them will hit the market, but Beltre's been hitting better for the last six weeks.
The Marlins are looking for a reliever who can set up for Matt Lindstrom.
Rosenthal predicts the Marlins will try to compete for as long as possible before considering deals for Jorge Cantu, Dan Uggla and Jeremy Hermida.

Odds And Ends: Wagner, Peavy, Melhuse

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 17, 2009 at 9:54am CDT

Some links for Wednesday morning…

Billy Wagner says he could be pitching in the majors within 30 days, according to Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News. If he returns in mid-July, the Mets would have time to evaluate Wagner before deciding whether to acquire more arms via trade.
The Royals signed ten of their draft picks, according to MLB.com's Rustin Dodd.
Troy E. Renck of the Denver Post reports that Evan Longoria never wonders what it would be like to play for the Rockies. Colorado, who selected Greg Reynolds instead of Longoria back in 2006, has probably wondered what it would be like to have Longoria.
Tim Sullivan of the San Diego Union-Tribune says the Padres have an insurance policy in place that would potentially recoup money for the team should Jake Peavy miss much time. The details aren't clear, as GM Kevin Towers hasn't looked at the policy yet.
Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports that catcher Adam Melhuse retired. He had been playing for the Pirates' Triple A affiliate.
Carlos Quentin has had second thoughts about his decision to turn down an extension from the White Sox, according to Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Odds And Ends: Sosa, Harper, Pedro, Ibanez

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 16, 2009 at 3:57pm CDT

Links for Tuesday evening…

Michael S. Schmidt of the New York Times reports that lawyers with knowledge of MLB's 2003 drug tests say Sammy Sosa tested positive for PEDs that year. Not our domain here at MLBTR, but easily the biggest baseball story of the day.
Tom Verducci of SI.com reports that Bryce Harper has been flooded with interview requests since being profiled on the cover of Sports Illustrated.
Richard Griffin of the Toronto Star believes the Jays should pursue Pedro Martinez.
ESPN.com's Jayson Stark profiles Raul Ibanez and the hot start to the 37-year-old's season.
Not only did the Rockies agree to terms with Tim Wheeler, they made progress with Rex Brothers and signed 27 players in total, according to Troy Renck of the Denver Post.

Rockies First Rounder Wheeler Agrees To Sign

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | June 16, 2009 at 11:29am CDT

According to Tracy Ringolsby of Inside the Rockies, first rounder Tim Wheeler agreed to terms with the Rockies and is set to begin his pro career. Wheeler, a tall, left-handed hitter, was selected 32nd overall in last week's draft. The Rockies received the pick from the Angels as compensation for losing Brian Fuentes.

The Rockies have signed 13 players other than Wheeler. Tyler Matzek, the high school pitcher the Rockies chose 11th overall, is not one of them. He figures to demand multi-million dollar bonus and isn't expected to sign soon.

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