MLB Trade Deadline Digest: Will the White Sox hold Jeff Samardzija?
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 Tuesday’s action, we’re here to help you catch up with all the important links and tidbits.
BIG SURPRISE: Due to the White Sox’s recent winning streak they could opt to hang on to pitcher Jeff Samardzija. It’s starting to look like Tigers ace David Price is more available. [Jon Morosi]
TRUE OR FALSE: One exec thinks James Shields will end up on the Giants, but there’s a belief that the Padres will not trade within their division. [Jayson Stark]
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PRIORITIES, MAN: The Dodgers have made Cole Hamels their No. 1 priority [Joel Sherman]
WAIT A MINUTE: The Astros have also made a push for Hamels, but he could veto a deal there if the two sides are able to come to an agreement. [Ken Rosenthal]
DONE DEAL: Nationals solidify their bullpen by adding Jonathan Papelbon from the Phillies. [Tim Brown]
ARIZONA HEAT: The D-backs talked to the Reds about Aroldis Chapman. [Jeff Passan]
UP NEXT: With Troy Tulowitzki gone, the Rockies are expected to trade outfielder Carlos Gonzalez next. The Mets and Orioles make sense as a destinations. [CBS Sports]
NOT SO FAST: Some executives believe the Rox may wait until the offseason to deal Jose Reyes. The idea behind that thinking is that Reyes will put up strong offensive numbers and rebuild his value. [Jeff Passan]
DONE DEAL: Royals make another all-in move, getting Ben Zobrist from A’s. [The Stew]
GET EVERYONE: The Dodgers are considering a number of pitchers. If they fail for Hamels or Price, they could look at Mike Leake or Yovani Gallardo. [Jerry Crasnick]
INTERESTING: The Orioles have interest in Padres slugger Justin Upton. [Jon Morosi]
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DONE DEAL: Angels pick up two more outfielders, trading for David DeJesus of the Rays and David Murphy of the Indians. [Tim Brown]
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