The Rangers are known to be interested in Padres right-handers Andrew Cashner and Tyson Ross, but talks between the two sides have cooled down “for now,” reports Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram (via Twitter). As recently as yesterday, it sounded as if the Rangers were as interested in Ross and Cashner as they are in Phillies ace Cole Hamels, who remains connected to Texas.
Both Ross and Cashner would seem to fit the Rangers’ desire to add a starting pitcher that they can pair with Yu Darvish near the top of their rotation in 2016 and, in Ross’ case, beyond. However, that extra control on each pitcher gives both quite a bit of trade value and keeps San Diego from feeling a strong need to move either player.
The Padres, though, still figure to be active in the next 48 hours or so, with some reports indicating that they’ll be “super” active and pursue a “huge” trade or two. There’s nothing to suggest that talks between Texas and San Diego can’t resume, but for the time being it seems that each will focus elsewhere.
Is it just me or are the reports on San Diego’s trading posture like a roller coaster? Earlier today they said they’d be measured when trading assets and now they want to be super active.
One of the many reporters out there said they would make a mega trade or be super active, but the Padres GM and CEO both said they would be measured and only makes trades if it made the team better this year.
Theirs still time and waiting for Price,Hamels to get Trade.
Not even AJ knows what his plans are. Dude just lives life on the edge.