MLB Trade Deadline Digest: Dodgers eyeing blockbuster three-team deal
The Stew’s Trade Deadline Digest recaps the day in news and rumors as MLB gets closer to the non-waiver trade deadline on Aug. 1. If you missed any of Thursday’s action, we’re here to help you catch up with all the important links and tidbits.
POTENTIAL BLOCKBUSTER: The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly working to line up a three-team blockbuster that would ultimately land them coveted outfielder Jay Bruce. Obviously, the Reds would be heavily involved, though the third team remains a mystery. All hail, the mystery team. [@jaysonst]
TWO ISN’T ENOUGH: According to Yahoo Sports’ Jeff Passan, the Dodgers and Reds discussed a deal centered around Jay Bruce and Yasiel Puig, but were unable to find common ground. That could be where the third team would come in. [@JeffPassan]
Sources: Dodgers, Reds discussed deal centered around Jay Bruce and Yasiel Puig. Didn't materialize. Still plenty of permutations possible.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) July 30, 2016
OTHER OPTIONS: Along with the Dodgers, the Nationals, Orioles, Mariners and Mets are also believed to be in on Bruce. [@JonHeyman]
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DONE DEAL: The Marlins added a pair of starters early Friday, acquiring right-handers Andrew Cashner and Colin Rea in a seven-player trade with the Padres. Miami adding minor leaguer Tayron Guerrero in the deal, while giving up righties Jarred Cosart and Carter Capps, and prospects Josh Naylor and Luis Castillo. [Yahoo Sports]
STARTING TIME: The Marlins will waste no time getting Rea and Cashner into the rotation. Both are scheduled to start this weekend against St. Louis. [@Marlins]
Updated #Marlins starting rotation vs. St. Louis:
• Saturday: RHP @colinrea29 (#30)
• Sunday: RHP Andrew Cashner (#48)— Miami Marlins (@Marlins) July 29, 2016
ILL-TIMED BLISTER: Potential trade target Rich Hill is going to miss his scheduled start on Sunday with a continuing blister issue. He hasn’t started since July 17. [@JaneMLB]
THINK IT OVER: The Brewers are currently considering mulling multiple offers for catcher Jonathan Lucroy. Nothing appears to be imminent, but that could change quickly. [@Ken_Rosenthal]
STRAIGHT UP: It’s believed the Nationals are willing to trade top prospect Lucas Giolito straight up for elite Yankees reliever Andrew Miller. Whether the Yankees would be willing is another story. [@jonmorosi]
ANOTHER CLOSER FOR SALE: The Indians, Giants and Nationals are in mix for Pirates closer Mark Melancon. Pittsburgh is reportedly looking for a major-league reliever as part of the return. [@Ken_Rosenthal]
METS LOOKING FOR RELIEF: The Mets are reportedly close to acquiring veteran reliever Jim Johnson from the Braves. [@ChrisCotillo]
MORE METS: If that falls through, they may be interested in Angels reliever Joe Smith. [@MarcCarig]
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