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Ken Rosenthal Columns / 06-2009

Source: D-backs 'can't conceive' of Haren trade MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 144 days 1 hrs 34 mins

Diamondbacks right-hander Dan Haren would be an ideal fit for a team in need of an elite starting pitcher.

Agent: Robertson can start throwing in 4 weeks MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 144 days 6 hrs 34 mins

Tigers left-hander Nate Robertson, who underwent surgery Tuesday to remove four small cysts from his left elbow, is expected to resume throwing in four weeks, according to his agent, Steve Canter.

Forget trades, Cubs have enough to win right now MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 144 days 8 hrs 34 mins

Forget about getting better via trades, Ken Rosenthal says it's time the Cubs start playing to their talent level and win some games.

All-Star team a mix of no-brainers, close calls MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 146 days 3 hrs 34 mins

It's easier to pick an All-Star team without steroids on our minds. That doesn't mean Ken Rosenthal had an easy time with his picks.

Smoltz wasn't all that bad in first BoSox start MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 148 days 2 hrs 30 mins

John Smoltz's final line in a loss vs. the Nats says something bad. So why isn't Ken Rosenthal worried about the veteran righty?

Smoltz wasn't all that bad in first BoSox start MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 148 days 19 hrs 34 mins

John Smoltz's final line in a loss vs. the Nats says something bad. So why isn't Ken Rosenthal worried about the veteran righty?

Lee may cost too much for Dodgers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 149 days 20 hrs 30 mins

The Dodgers want ace lefty Cliff Lee — but he won't come cheap. Ken Rosenthal looks at what would satisfy the Indians.

Lee may cost too much for Dodgers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 149 days 23 hrs 34 mins

The Dodgers want ace lefty Cliff Lee — but he won't come cheap. Ken Rosenthal looks at what would satisfy the Indians.

Nats will be in tough battle with Boras MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 150 days 15 hrs 30 mins

No. 1 pick Stephen Strasburg won't come cheap or without a fight. Ken Rosenthal examines if he'll put pen to paper on a Nats deal.

Nats will be in tough battle with Boras MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 150 days 16 hrs 34 mins

No. 1 pick Stephen Strasburg won't come cheap or without a fight. Ken Rosenthal examines if he'll put pen to paper on a Nats deal.

Minaya, Mets should practice patience MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 151 days 34 mins

Injuries are ravaging the Mets. But for the sake of their farm system, they need to avoid making quick-fix trades, Ken Rosenthal says.

Fehr leaves strong legacy ... except for one thing MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 151 days 12 hrs 34 mins

Labor peace. A strong union. Don Fehr leaves a strong legacy. But steroids, Ken Rosenthal says, will always be a blemish.

Source: Injured Glaus has trade appeal at 1B/DH MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 151 days 12 hrs 34 mins

Here's another name to consider for all those teams in the market for a first baseman or designated hitter.

Fehr leaves strong legacy ... except for one thing MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 151 days 16 hrs 34 mins

Labor peace. A strong union. Don Fehr leaves a strong legacy. But steroids, Ken Rosenthal says, will always be a blemish.

Source: Injured Glaus has trade appeal at 1B/DH MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 151 days 16 hrs 34 mins

Here's another name to consider for all those teams in the market for a first baseman or designated hitter.

Forget benching, dropping Mags makes more sense MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 155 days 5 hrs 34 mins

Benching Magglio Ordonez is a good first step. Now it's time for the Tigers to use a much harsher option, says Ken Rosenthal.

Forget benching, dropping Mags makes more sense MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 155 days 6 hrs 34 mins

Benching Magglio Ordonez is a good first step. Now it's time for Tigers management to use a much harsher option, says Ken Rosenthal.

Nats to need make a move on Acta ... either way MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 155 days 18 hrs 34 mins

Well, the Nationals can't fire Manny Acta now.

Returning stars may halt plans to sell MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 156 days 3 hrs 34 mins

Should Astros ace Roy Oswalt prepare to move? Ken Rosenthal breaks down if struggling teams are ready to start buying or selling.

Four teams to watch Pedro; interest may be limited MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 156 days 7 hrs 34 mins

The Cubs and Rays are not the only teams in contact with free-agent right-hander Pedro Martinez.

Returning stars may halt plans to sell MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 156 days 18 hrs 34 mins

Should Astros' ace Roy Oswalt prepare to move? Ken Rosenthal breaks down if struggling teams are ready to start buying or selling.

Blue Jays promote Mills to start Thursday MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 156 days 21 hrs 34 mins

The Blue Jays have promoted left-hander Brad Mills, their fourth-round pick in 2007, to start Thursday's game in Philadelphia.

Blue Jays promote Mills to start Thursday MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 157 days 9 hrs 34 mins

The Blue Jays have promoted left-hander Brad Mills, their fourth-round pick in 2007, to start Thursday's game in Philadelphia.

Red Sox reliever drawing interest from several teams MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 158 days 13 hrs 34 mins

A deal with the Rangers didn't go down, but Red Sox reliever Takashi Saito has plenty of other suitors, Ken Rosenthal says.

Sources: Acta out as Nats' skip soon, Riggleman in MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 160 days 20 hrs 34 mins

Manny Acta's time as manager of the Washington Nationals is just about over, according to major-league sources.

Sources: Acta out as Nats' skip soon, Riggleman in MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 161 days 3 hrs 34 mins

Manny Acta's time as manager of the Washington Nationals is just about over, according to major-league sources.

Finger pointing may hurt Manuel in long run MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 162 days 5 hrs 30 mins

Ken Rosenthal has spotted something in Jerry Manuel's managerial style. And it just might to come back to hurt the Mets' skipper.

Finger pointing may hurt Manuel in long run MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 162 days 7 hrs 34 mins

Ken Rosenthal has spotted something in Jerry Manuel's managerial style. And it just might to come back to hurt the Mets' skipper.

Yanks will look for relief on trade market MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 162 days 18 hrs 34 mins

The Yankees could sure use bullpen help. D-backs closer Chad Qualls may be among others on their wish list, Ken Rosenthal says.

Yanks will look for relief on trade market MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 162 days 19 hrs 34 mins

The Yankees could sure use bullpen help. D-backs closer Chad Qualls may be among others on their wish list, Ken Rosenthal says.

Contenders looking to Rockies to plug holes MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 165 days 8 hrs 30 mins

Already out of contention, the Rockies are getting lots of trade inquiries. Ken Rosenthal tells us who they might move.

Contenders looking to Rockies to plug holes MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 165 days 9 hrs 34 mins

Already out of contention, the Rockies are getting lots of trade inquiries. Ken Rosenthal tells us who they might move.

Putz to get elbow surgery, likely out 10-12 weeks MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 167 days 22 hrs 34 mins

Mets right-hander J.J. Putz will undergo surgery Tuesday to remove a bone spur in his pitching elbow and is expected to miss 10 to 12 weeks.

Glavine may file grievance against Braves MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 167 days 22 hrs 34 mins

Pitcher Tom Glavine is considering filing a grievance against the Atlanta Braves over his release Wednesday, as originally reported on FOX Saturday Baseball.

Glavine may file grievance against Braves MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 168 days 2 hrs 34 mins

Pitcher Tom Glavine is considering filing a grievance against the Atlanta Braves over his release Wednesday, as originally reported on FOX Saturday Baseball.

Putz to get elbow surgery, likely out 10-12 weeks MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 1 hrs 30 mins

Mets right-hander J.J. Putz will undergo surgery Tuesday to remove a bone spur in his pitching elbow and is expected to miss 10 to 12 weeks.

Source: Putz needs surgery, likely out 8-10 weeks MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 3 hrs 34 mins

Mets right-hander J.J. Putz will undergo surgery Tuesday to remove a bone spur in his pitching elbow, according to a major-league source.

Happy clubhouse is key to Dodgers' success MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 4 hrs 34 mins

Hitting and pitching are great, but Ken Rosenthal says a happy clubhouse is a big reason why the Dodgers have turned the corner.

Source: Putz needs surgery, likely out 8-10 weeks MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 4 hrs 34 mins

Mets right-hander J.J. Putz will undergo surgery Tuesday to remove a bone spur in his pitching elbow, according to a major-league source.

Happy clubhouse is key to Dodgers' success MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 7 hrs 30 mins

Hitting and pitching are great, but Ken Rosenthal says a happy clubhouse is a big reason why the Dodgers have turned the corner.

Braves' trade should soften loss of Glavine MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 16 hrs 34 mins

Yes, cutting Tom Glavine was painful but getting an All-Star outfielder the same day was good for the Braves, Ken Rosenthal says.

Sources: Angels fire key scouting figure Daniel MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 16 hrs 34 mins

Clay Daniel, who oversaw the Angels' signings of right-hander Ervin Santana, first baseman Kendry Morales and shortstop Erick Aybar, was fired by the club on Monday, according to major-league sources.

Around the Horn: If wowed, O's will move Guthrie MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 16 hrs 34 mins

What will it take for the O's to trade Jeremy Guthrie? When will the Mariners begin to deal? Ken Rosenthal has the answers.

Around the Horn: If wowed, O's will move Guthrie MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 169 days 19 hrs 34 mins

What will it take for the O's to trade Jeremy Guthrie? When will the Mariners begin to deal? Ken Rosenthal has the answers.

Sources: Angels fire key scouting figure Daniel MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 170 days 3 hrs 34 mins

Clay Daniel, who oversaw the Angels' signings of right-hander Ervin Santana, first baseman Kendry Morales and shortstop Erick Aybar, was fired by the club on Monday, according to major-league sources.

Braves' trade should soften loss of Glavine MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 170 days 19 hrs 34 mins

Yes, the choice to cut Tom Glavine was painful but getting Nate McLouth the same day was good for the Braves, Ken Rosenthal says.

Sources: Rangers request waivers on Padilla MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 170 days 21 hrs 34 mins

The Rangers have requested outright waivers on right-hander Vicente Padilla, indicating their desire to part with the veteran pitcher, major-league sources say.

Braves release future Hall lock Glavine MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 171 days 1 hrs 34 mins

Tom Glavine is done in Atlanta.

Sources: Braves release future Hall lock Glavine MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 171 days 2 hrs 34 mins

Tom Glavine is done in Atlanta.

Sources: Rangers request waivers on Padilla MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 171 days 4 hrs 30 mins

The Rangers have requested outright waivers on right-hander Vicente Padilla, indicating their desire to part with the veteran pitcher, major-league sources say.

Despite woes, A's not about to sell low MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 171 days 13 hrs 34 mins

Yes, the A's should be sellers. But given the poor performance of their studs, it may not be possible. Ken Rosenthal explains why.

Would-be sellers not ready to start dealing ... yet MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 171 days 13 hrs 34 mins

Buyers are ready to start making deals. So where are all the sellers? Ken Rosenthal explains why bottom feeders have yet to cave.

Would-be sellers not ready to start dealing ... yet MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 172 days 1 hrs 30 mins

Buyers are ready to start making deals. So where are all the sellers? Ken Rosenthal explains why bottom feeders have yet to cave.

Despite woes, A's not about to sell low MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 172 days 7 hrs 34 mins

Yes, the A's should be sellers. But given the poor performance of their studs, it may not be possible. Ken Rosenthal explains why.

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