Category Archives: Trade Rumors

Reactions from a Converted White Sox Fan: Jeff Samardzija, David Robertson Join the Dark South Side

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Justin Kunkel

I must admit, as a relatively new Minnesota Twins fan who converted after years of cheering the White Sox, seeing Samardzija and Robertson join the dark south side really stings. Not only are Twins fans watching the rival White Sox get … Continue reading →

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White Sox Acquire Ace Jeff Samardzija and Closer David Robertson

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Jeremiah Graves

What a difference a day makes. Coming into the Winter Meetings, the Chicago White Sox were a team coming off a dismal 72-89 season and just watched Paul Konerko, the face of the franchise for more than a decade, ride … Continue reading →

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Diamondbacks & Cubs Nearing a Miguel Montero Trade

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Jeremiah Graves

The trade winds are blowing in San Diego as the rumors coming out of the Winter Meetings indicate that Arizona Diamondbacks’ catcher, Miguel Montero might be on the move. Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com is reporting via Twitter that the Cubs … Continue reading →

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MLB Winter Meetings: The Six Biggest Storylines

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Jeremiah Graves

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all-ages; the moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here. Let’s get ready to ruuuuuuuuuumble… And by rumble, I obviously mean partake in lengthy discourse about the relative long-term value of one … Continue reading →

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An Open Letter to Terry Ryan

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Jeremiah Graves

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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Is Mike Lowell an Option for the Minnesota Twins?

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins had a great offseason. Mike Lowell did not. The Minnesota Twins revamped a previously punchless middle infield, added a big bat to an otherwise lackluster bench, retained an innings-eater for the rotation, and brought in a solid … Continue reading →

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Curtis Granderson Heads to the Yankees in a Blockbuster Three-Team, Seven-Player Trade

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The New York Yankees, Detroit Tigers, and Arizona Diamondbacks have reportedly completed a blockbuster trade that has seven players switching teams. All-Star center fielder Curtis Granderson goes from the Tigers to the Yankees. Pitcher Edwin Jackson goes from the Tigers … Continue reading →

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Brave Decision: Rafael Soriano Accepts Atlanta’s Arbitration Offer

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Rafael Soriano just threw a curveball and Frank Wren didn’t see it coming. In a move that the Atlanta general manager hadn’t planned for, Soriano has accepted the arbitration offer from the Braves and will return to the club for … Continue reading →

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Boston Blunder: Red Sox Continue to Strike Out in Pursuit of Shorstops

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The Boston Red Sox need a shortstop. It’s as simple as that. It’s time for the club to forget about acquiring ace Roy Halladay or a slugging first baseman like Adrian Gonzalez or Miguel Cabrera. The Red Sox number one … Continue reading →

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Joe Mauer’s Potential Trade Destinations, Minnesota’s Worst-Case Scenario

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

It’s almost time to let the real “Hot Stove Season” begin in earnest. Barring some unforeseen blunder by the Baseball Writers Association of America, Joe Mauer will be crowned the 2009 American League Most Valuable Player on Monday afternoon. When … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fish: Josh Johnson and Florida Falter on Four-Year Pact

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Once a cheap team, always a cheap team. The Florida Marlins have reportedly “reached an impasse” with ace Josh Johnson regarding a proposed four-year contract extension. Matt Sosnick, Johnson’s agent, was reportedly seeking a deal very similar to the four-year, … Continue reading →

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Déjà Vu: Mike Lowell May Be on Red Sox’s Trading Block

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The Boston Red Sox are considering acquiring a marquee first baseman. The club is reportedly interested in San Diego’s Adrian Gonzalez and Detroit’s Miguel Cabrera. If either one is acquired in a trade, the Red Sox would move incumbent first … Continue reading →

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Garrett Atkins and Colorado: Stuck Between a Rockie and a Hard Place

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Garrett Atkins is a man without a job, yet he is still gainfully employed. It may sound like the ultimate contradiction, but it’s merely a sign of the times in Major League Baseball. Many teams are currently at a tipping … Continue reading →

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Pirates’ Booty: Pittsburgh Open to Trading Ryan Doumit

Posted on November 16, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The air is crisp, the leaves are falling, and Scott Boras is on the prowl. It can mean only one thing. It’s November in Pittsburgh and it’s time for the front-office to rid the ballclub of any remaining veteran talent. … Continue reading →

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Dan Uggla’s Stubbornness is Hurting His Trade Value

Posted on November 14, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Dan Uggla has no qualms about changing teams. Changing positions, however, is a whole different ballgame. Uggla, 29, is due a substantial raise via arbitration, and finds himself on the trading block as a result. The Florida Marlins aren’t inclined … Continue reading →