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A’s May Consider Bonds

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It was suggested yesterday that the Cardinals had a little bit of interest in free agent Barry Bonds.  Not so, according to Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.  Miklasz was told a while back by team owner Bill DeWitt that it wasn’t happening.

However, Susan Slusser’s article this morning indicates the A’s will consider signing Bonds.  Billy Beane recently indicated he was leaning toward playing to win in ’08, so Bonds makes sense.  Slusser talked to a Major League exec who said he’d be shocked if it didn’t happen.

Slusser’s industry source says two other teams have expressed interest, and Bonds’ agent said he’s talking to teams from both leagues.  Any guesses?  It’s known that the Rangers, Twins, Mariners, and Tigers aren’t interested.

Odds and Ends: Bonds, Rusch, Iguchi, Nathan

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The Winter Meetings are over and I have a nice case of carpal tunnel.  Let’s round up some odds and ends anyway, I can always type with my toes.

  • In a chat today, Will Carroll of Baseball Prospectus said the only team besides the A’s with a modicum of interest in Barry Bonds is the Cardinals (a week ago).
  • Couple of Phils notes per Scott Lauber.  Glendon Rusch asked for a big league deal and a rotation spot, neither of which the Phils are keen on.  Also that Tadahito Iguchi waiver?  No chance.
  • Joel Sherman noted today that the Twins and Yankees briefly discussed expanding the Johan Santana talks to include Joe Nathan.  I heard this one at the beginning of the Meetings but I was skeptical.  I wonder if including Nathan ever came up with the Red Sox?  Maybe that would compel them to put both Ellsbury and Lester in the deal.

Does Bowa Mean No Rolen For Dodgers?

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In an article today, MLB.com’s Ken Gurnick suggests that the Dodgers may be reluctant to trade for Scott Rolen due to his history with former Phillies manager Larry Bowa.  Bowa is the Dodgers’ new third base coach.  Perhaps not news to many of you, but it’s an angle that hadn’t occurred to me.  Those two probably can’t work together.

Gurnick says that with Andruw Jones in tow, the Dodgers are inclined to use internal options at third base anyway.

Odds and Ends: Castillo, Marte

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Some random rumorage as the mill slows down a bit…

  • RotoWorld reports that the Pirates have released infielder Jose Castillo.  Castillo has had flashes of brilliance, for example his 7 HR month in ’06.  But he’s been a disappointment overall and doesn’t figure to be anyone’s starting second baseman.
  • The Yankees and Bucs are discussing a Damaso Marte deal.  At the same link a failed Jack Wilson for Chris Duncan rumor is mentioned.

Cardinals Turn To Free Agent Market

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The Cardinals want to add at least one starting pitcher.  Once thought to be interested in Carlos Silva and Kyle Lohse – the "premium" options – John Mozeliak is already digging through the bargain bin.  Matthew Leach and Joe Strauss have the latest.

  • Mozeliak has talked to Bartolo Colon’s agent and the Cards will take a look at his medical records.  It’s been suggested that Colon will not take a one-year deal.
  • Livan Hernandez is under consideration, but Mozeliak says he’s "not yet" a fit.
  • Josh Fogg is on the radar too.
  • The Cardinals have marginal interest in Kris Benson, and they’ll attend his workout on the 17th.
  • Interesting non-pitcher note from Mozeliak: the Cards have expressed interest in Aaron Rowand.

Cardinals Rumors: Rolen, Bedard, Tejada

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UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 8:46pm: Tony La Russa had some choice words concerning Rolen tonight.  Maybe they can’t coexist, after all.

FROM 12-5-07 at 8:26pm:

Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch recently appeared on the radio.  Colleague Bernie Miklasz transcribed it.

  • Strauss suggests the chances of Scott Rolen being traded are around 20%.  Tony La Russa might be able to co-exist with him, even if they don’t like each other.  Still, the Milwaukee talks may be revisited.
  • Strauss believes the Cards are sniffing around on Erik Bedard.  MLB.com’s Jim Molony spoke of their interest yesterday.
  • The Cardinals are revisiting Miguel Tejada.
  • The Cards have their eye on a free agent outfielder and a free agent starter and are heightening interest.

Brewers Rumors: Street, Iguchi, Riske

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UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 7:52pm: Not so fast – Doug Melvin isn’t at the offer stage with Iguchi.

UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 2:54pm: Iguchi’s agent expects a two-year offer from the Brewers sometime today.  Iguchi is willing to play third base and is looking for a two-year deal with an option.

FROM 12-4-07 at 10:59pm:

MLB.com’s Adam McCalvy runs down the Brewers’ day.

  • As you know, the Brewers are out of the running for Scott Rolen.  This is due to a number of factors.  McCalvy quotes an ESPN rumor of Chris Capuano and Bill Hall for Rolen, which I somehow missed. I thought it was just Capuano.
  • Earlier today we wrote about many other third base options the Brewers are considering.  Add Tadahito Iguchi to that list, since he’s declared he’s willing to play third base.  The Giants, Rockies, Padres, and Phillies also like Iguchi.
  • David Riske took a physical in Milwaukee today, though his agent says other teams are still in play. 
  • The Brewers apparently called the A’s to discuss Huston Street’s availability.

Cardinals Rumors: Rolen, Fogg, Lee, Millwood

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UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 1:55pm: Heyman says the impasse between the Cards and Brewers in the Rolen talks was the second player coming over with Chris Capuano.  He thinks the two teams will revisit these discussions in the future.

FROM 12-5-07 at 7:29am:

As usual, Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch has all the insight into the Cardinals’ situation.

  • It doesn’t look like Scott Rolen is going anywhere before the Meetings end, and GM John Mozeliak may have to start the season with him.  The talks with the Brewers were disheartening, apparently.  The Cards don’t think there should be a discount.  There is a glimmer of hope in that Mozeliak may talk again with the Dodgers about Rolen today.
  • On the starting pitching front, the Cardinals are being realistic.  That means they’re looking into signing Josh Fogg.  Fogg will probably get a three-year, $21MM deal or so.  Other starters on the radar include Cliff Lee and a new name, Kevin Millwood.  Millwood will earn $8.5MM in ’08, $11MM in ’09, and $12MM in ’10.  He has a limited no-trade clause, and the club may be able to void the deal after ’09 if he misses certain innings targets.
  • Seems odd that the Cards are pursuing guys like the above but are willing to deal Anthony Reyes.  As we learned yesterday, the Indians and Padres like the young hurler.  The Phillies have coveted him for a while as well.

Reds, Astros, Cards Interested In Rusch

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Glendon Rusch is attempting a comeback, and the Reds, Astros, and Cardinals are interested.  Rusch played under the Reds’ Dusty Baker in Chicago.

This morning Tom Krasovic said the Padres were close to terms with Rusch, so I guess we’ll see.  The Royals are another club that has been linked to him.

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