Category Archives: Trade Rumors

Carlos Lee: Plan-C for Losers of the Bay and Holliday Sweepstakes

Posted on November 13, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Houston, you have a problem. Your ballclub is bad, really bad. The Astros—a perennial contender for much of the last decade—have fallen on hard times. From 1994 to 2006, Houston was one of the most competitive clubs in the National … Continue reading →

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Glen Perkins’ Grievance is Settled, His Future in Minnesota is Not

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Glen Perkins has dropped his grievance against the Minnesota Twins. The two sides were able to reach a settlement earlier today, thus avoiding the hearing that was planned for this Friday in New York. The grievance came as a result … Continue reading →

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For the Minnesota Twins, Brandon Phillips is the Answer

Posted on November 11, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

In baseball, it’s not always easy to find the answers. To this day it seems that almost no pitchers have found the answer to Albert Pujols’ bat and no hitters—except Chase Utley—have found the answer for CC Sabathia’s left arm. … Continue reading →

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Juan Pierre: Baseball’s Best Fourth Outfielder

Posted on November 8, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Juan Pierre is baseball’s best fourth outfielder. The problem is that Juan Pierre plays like—and is being paid like—a starting outfielder. Pierre, 32, has two more years and $18.5 million remaining on the five-year, $44 million pact he signed with … Continue reading →

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Minnesota and Tampa Bay Working on Iwamura Swap?

Posted on November 3, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins may be on the verge of completing a major deal to improve the infield for 2010 and beyond. Mark Topkin of the St. Petersburg Times is reporting that the Rays are close to dealing second baseman Akinori … Continue reading →

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Trading Joe Nathan, the Mistake the Twins Can’t Afford to Make

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The Twins cannot afford to trade Joe Nathan. Period. Not now. Not later this offseason. Not at any point before next year’s trade deadline, if at all. Despite the battalion of pitch-fork wielding commentators storming Bill Smith’s gate (read: email … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Injuries, Joe Nathan, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Trade Rumors | 1 Comment

Twin Closers: Minnesota’s Missing Link

Posted on August 7, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins have made two moves to prepare for a postseason push, but are still missing one key piece. Last week, the club acquired Gold Glove shortstop Orlando Cabrera from the Oakland Athletics to shore up the middle infield … Continue reading →

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Waiver Wire Offers Options to Bolster Twins Rotation

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

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

Posted on July 24, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

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 Jeremiah Graves

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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Victor Martinez: Trade Winds are Blowing (from the East)

Posted on July 9, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Bob Dylan’s classic ballad “The Times They Are A-Changin’” rings true for many people, especially Cleveland Indians fans. In Cleveland, the times sure are a-changin’. Unfortunately, the changes are not for the better. Two years ago, the Indians were one … Continue reading →

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Game On: The Roy Halladay Sweepstakes Has Officially Begun

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Ladies and gentlemen. Boys and girls. Children of all ages. Step up, step right up! The Roy Halladay Sweepstakes has officially begun!! According to comments from Toronto Blue Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi at CBS Sportsline, the team is officially … Continue reading →

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Prince Ready to Trade His Crown for a Halo

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Prince Fielder has looked downright kingly this year. The 25-year old is hitting for average and power while playing top-notch defense at first base. Without a question, he is in the midst of a great season and makes … Continue reading →

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Trading Time for Twins: Five Logical Options

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

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 →