Category Archives: Trade Deadline

An Open Letter to Terry Ryan

Posted on July 31, 2012 by

Dear Terry Ryan- I see that you’re contemplating the merits of trading Denard Span to the Cincinnati Reds. Before you do anything else on the trade market, I’d like to reiterate that Span is one of the few legitimately movable, … Continue reading →

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Twins Trade for Carl Pavano to Bolster Rotation

Posted on August 7, 2009 by

The Minnesota Twins finally made a move to shore up their depleted pitching corps. The Twins acquired right-hander Carl Pavano from the Cleveland Indians in exchange for a player to be named later. Pavano, 33, went 9-8 with a 5.37 … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Carl Pavano, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Trade Deadline | 2 Comments

Waiver Wire Offers Options to Bolster Twins Rotation

Posted on August 6, 2009 by

The Minnesota Twins are a mess right now. After sweeping the Chicago White Sox to claw their way back into the AL Central race and acquiring Gold Glove shortstop Orlando Cabrera from the Oakland Athletics, the Twins have gone on … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Twins Acquire Shortstop Orlando Cabrera

Posted on July 31, 2009 by

The Minnesota Twins’ search for an experienced middle infielder came to an end Friday. Just hours before the MLB Trade Deadline, the Twins bolstered their lineup for a playoff push by acquiring 34-year-old shortstop Orlando Cabrera from the Oakland Athletics. … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Oakland Athletics, Orlando Cabrera, Trade Deadline | 4 Comments

Trio of Minnesota Twins All-Stars Urge Front Office to Pull the Trigger

Posted on July 28, 2009 by

As the clock continues ticking toward the Major League Baseball Trade Deadline, it is becoming apparent that fans of the Minnesota Twins aren’t alone in their desire to see the front office make a move. Last weekend, in the midst … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Joe Mauer, Joe Nathan, Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Trade Deadline | 1 Comment

Twins Face a ‘Make or Break’ Series Against White Sox

Posted on July 27, 2009 by

The Minnesota Twins have struggled mightily following the All-Star break. After taking the first two games of the second-half from the Texas Rangers, the Twins have won just two of seven and have fallen a game under .500 on the … Continue reading →

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Deadline Dilemma: Los Angeles Angels Running Out of Time to Improve

Posted on July 24, 2009 by

With the trade deadline a mere week away and numerous teams scrambling to make moves, the Los Angeles Angels are flying high. Prior to play on Friday night, the Angels have the third-best record in all of baseball at 56-38. … Continue reading →

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It’s Holliday Season in St. Louis: Cardinals Acquire Slugger from Oakland

Posted on July 24, 2009 by

One of the biggest names on the trade market has officially found a new home. The Oakland Athletics sent outfielder Matt Holliday to the St. Louis cardinals in exchange for a trio of prospects. The Athletics obtained third baseman Brett … Continue reading →

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Minnesota’s Ten-Run Collapse Shows Vulnerability and Necessity

Posted on July 21, 2009 by

Monday night in Oakland, the Minnesota Twins seemed to have everything going their way, for awhile at least. This year’s de facto ace, Nick Blackburn was on the hill and the offense was firing on all cylinders. Blackburn was given … Continue reading →

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Trading Time for Twins: Five Logical Options

Posted on June 9, 2009 by

Today is the annual Major League Baseball amateur draft, an event which gives struggling franchises a glimmer of hope for the future. Unfortunately for teams on the cusp of contention, like the Minnesota Twins, the players taken today won’t have … Continue reading →

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