MLB Trade Deadline Digest: The chase for Cole Hamels is heating up
The Stew’s Trade Deadline Digest recaps the day in news and rumors as MLB gets closer to the non-waiver trade deadline on July 31. If you missed any of Monday’s action, we’re here to help you catch up with all the important links and tidbits.
HOUSTON STILL WANTS HIM: If you thought the Astros were out on Cole Hamels now that they have Scott Kazmir, you’re wrong. Houston is making “a big push.” [Jerry Crasnick]
MEANWHILE: The Phillies were out scouting the Rangers’ minor leaguers because Texas is still considered a legit contender for Hamels too. [Ken Rosenthal]
ALSO: The Diamondbacks are also interested in Hamels, but aren’t a favorite. [Crasnick]
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IN OTHER PITCHER NEWS: The White Sox still aren’t sure if they’re trading Jeff Samardzija, though the Blue Jays are supposedly very interested. [Bob Nightengale + Chris Cotillo]
DONE DEAL: Blue Jays pulled off a late-night shocker and got Troy Tulowitzki from Rockies in exchange for Jose Reyes, Miguel Castro, Jeff Hoffman and one more prospect. [The Stew]
TO FLIP OR NOT TO FLIP? While it makes sense for the Rockies to flip Reyes to another team, there’s no deal immediately in place. [Joel Sherman]
DANGLING: The Cubs are said to be dangling Starlin Castro in front of the Padres, hoping to get one of their pitchers. Preferably Tyson Ross. [Jon Morosi + Rosenthal]
UP IN BALTIMORE? The Padres and Orioles have talked about a deal that would send free-agent-to-be Justin Upton to Baltimore. [Jayson Stark]
BUYING OR SELLING? The Tigers say they’re still trying to make the playoffs and aren’t selling. Not yet at least. [CBS Sports]
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THE NEW HOTNESS: The Nats are “hottest” after Pads closer Craig Kimbrel. [Rosenthal]
NOT SO FAST: The Yankees are said to be interested in Kimbrel too. [CBS Sports]
DONE DEAL: Mets solidify bullpen by adding A’s closer Tyler Clippard. [The Stew]
LOL: The Braves now need to be “blown away” to trade Cameron Maybin. Did Ruben Amaro get a job over there and we just missed it? [MLB.com]
DONE DEAL: Shane Victorino sent to Angels, where outfield needs help [The Stew]
STILL SHOPPING: The Angels are still in the market for outfield help. [Jon Heyman]
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