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Ken Rosenthal Columns / 07-2009

With no good offers, Jays hold on to Halladay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 1 hrs 32 mins

Roy Halladay has not been traded.

Playoff-hopeful Marlins trade for Nats' Johnson MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 2 hrs 32 mins

First baseman Nick Johnson has been traded from the Washington Nationals to the Florida Marlins.

Sources: Dodgers making run at Gonzalez, Bell MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 3 hrs 32 mins

The Dodgers are working on a major blockbuster.

Source: Marlins trade for Nats' slugger Johnson MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 3 hrs 32 mins

The Marlins have acquired first baseman Nick Johnson for the Nationals for Class AA left-hander Aaron Thompson, according to a major-league source.

Source: With no good offer, Jays keep Halladay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 3 hrs 32 mins

Roy Halladay has not been traded.

Red Sox deal for Braves' Kotchman MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 3 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox, just minutes after getting catcher Victor Martinez from the Indians, have reached a deal to acquire first baseman Casey Kotchman from the Braves for first baseman Adam LaRoche.

ChiSox land Peavy in late deadline trade MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 3 hrs 32 mins

Jake Peavy has finally agreed to pitch for the Chicago White Sox.

Red Sox get Martinez from Indians for prospects MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 3 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox have acquired catcher Victor Martinez from the Indians for young pitchers Justin Masterson, Nick Hagadone and Bryan Price.

Sources: BoSox land Indians' bat for prospects MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 5 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox have acquired catcher Victor Martinez from the Indians for young pitchers Justin Masterson, Nick Hagadone and Bryan Price, major-league sources confirmed to FOXSports.com.

Twins beef up infield, deal with A's for Cabrera MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 6 hrs 32 mins

The Twins have acquired shortstop Orlando Cabrera from the A's for Class A shortstop Tyler Ladendorf.

Source: Red Sox close to deal for Indians' Martinez MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 6 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox are on the verge of acquiring catcher Victor Martinez from the Indians, according to a major-league source.

Source: Twins deal for A's SS Cabrera MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 7 hrs 32 mins

The Twins have acquired shortstop Orlando Cabrera from the A's for Class A shortstop Tyler Ladendorf, a major-league source confirmed to FOXSports.com.

Seems like an earthquake is about to hit Boston MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 13 hrs 32 mins

It's not like Theo Epstein to be so quiet around the trade deadline. That's why Ken Rosenthal thinks something big's coming.

Jays' GM: I doubt a Halladay trade will get done MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 114 days 3 hrs 32 mins

The Roy Halladay sweepstakes appear all but over, with no winner.

Phils get Lee, Francisco in deal with Indians MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 115 days 1 hrs 32 mins

The Phillies are not getting Roy Halladay. But the pitcher they are getting just happens to be the reigning American League Cy Young award winner.

Sources: Phils reach agreement for Indians' Lee MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 115 days 7 hrs 32 mins

The Phillies are not getting Roy Halladay. But the pitcher they are getting just happens to be the reigning American League Cy Young award winner.

Source: Phillies in discussions for ace lefty Lee MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 115 days 8 hrs 32 mins

The Phillies are in discussions with the Indians to obtain left-hander Cliff Lee and possibly another player for Class A right-hander Jason Knapp, Class AAA right-hander Carlos Carrasco, shortstop Jason Donald and catcher Lou Marson, according to a major-league source.

Yanks talking to Jays, but is there interest? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 115 days 10 hrs 32 mins

Yanks GM Brian Cashman stays in touch with the Jays, but is it to ruin the BoSox's shot to land Roy Halladay? Ken Rosenthal weighs in.

Yanks still in mix for Jays' Halladay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 115 days 18 hrs 32 mins

Yanks GM Brian Cashman stays in touch with the Jays, but is it to ruin the BoSox's shot to land Roy Halladay? Ken Rosenthal weighs in.

Lee prefers to stay in Cleveland, but OK with trade MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 116 days 7 hrs 32 mins

Cliff Lee will not be upset if he is traded.

Indians' Lee at peace with trade possibilities MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 116 days 8 hrs 32 mins

Cliff Lee will not be upset if he is traded.

There are plenty to blame for Mets' dysfunction MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 116 days 18 hrs 32 mins

Want reasons for the Mets' dysfunction? Omar Minaya isn't the guy to ask. Ken Rosenthal knows where to point fingers.

Source: Giants send prospect to Indians for Garko MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 116 days 22 hrs 32 mins

The San Francisco Giants have acquired first baseman Ryan Garko from the Cleveland Indians for Class-A left-hander Scott Barnes, according to a major-league source.

Source: Giants acquire 1B Garko from Indians MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 116 days 23 hrs 32 mins

The San Francisco Giants have acquired first baseman Ryan Garko from the Cleveland Indians for Class-A left-hander Scott Barnes, according to a major-league source.

Jays GM calls chances of Halladay deal 'very slim' MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 117 days 22 hrs 32 mins

Two days away from his deadline for trading ace right-hander Roy Halladay, Blue Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi told FOXSports.com on Sunday night that the chances of a deal remain "very slim."

Dodgers, Indians talking; top officials deny story MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 118 days 1 hrs 32 mins

The Dodgers and Indians are talking. The question is about what.

Sources: Dodgers in talks to get Lee, Martinez MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 118 days 4 hrs 32 mins

The Dodgers and Indians are in serious discussions about a blockbuster that would send left-hander Cliff Lee and catcher Victor Martinez to Los Angeles for first baseman James Loney, one of the Dodgers' young starting pitchers and prospects, according to major-league sources.

Sources: Cards close on Holliday deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 118 days 23 hrs 32 mins

Albert Pujols is getting help.

Holliday deal shows how shrewd Beane is MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 120 days 6 hrs 32 mins

St. Louis has all the cards, yet Billy Beane is about to win big in the Matt Holliday deal. Ken Rosenthal knows one guy who'd be proud.

Sources: Cards close on Holliday deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 120 days 6 hrs 32 mins

Albert Pujols is getting help.

Q & A with Phillies ace Cole Hamels MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 120 days 6 hrs 32 mins

The Phillies are rolling and so is their ace. Ken Rosenthal goes deep with Cole Hamels to find out how the champs turned it around.

Sources: Cardinals on the verge of Holliday deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 120 days 9 hrs 32 mins

Albert Pujols is getting help.

Sources: Doubtful Indians move Lee or Martinez MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 1 hrs 32 mins

The Indians continue to gauge the trade markets for both left-hander Cliff Lee and catcher Victor Martinez, but doubt they will receive the value they desire for either player, major-league sources say.

Source: Chacin jumping from Class AA to Rockies MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 4 hrs 32 mins

The Rockies did not pull Class AA right-hander Jhoulys Chacin from his start on Wednesday night with the intention of trading him.

Sources: Rockies in talks to get Betancourt MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 5 hrs 32 mins

The Rockies are involved in serious discussions about Indians reliever Rafael Betancourt, according to major-league sources.

Source: Cards' interest in Holliday 'mild' ... for now MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 5 hrs 32 mins

Don't pencil Matt Holliday into the Cardinals' lineup just yet.

Key to Rays' trade hopes hinge on payroll MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 5 hrs 32 mins

The Rays want Roy Halladay, but they don't have the cash. So what's the solution? Ken Rosenthal says it just might be Scott Kazmir.

Source: BoSox willing to pay salary if Lugo is dealt MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 9 hrs 14 mins

The Red Sox, facing a roster bind as they prepare for the returns of shortstop Jed Lowrie and third baseman Mike Lowell, have informed teams that they are willing to assume virtually all of shortstop Julio Lugo's remaining salary in a trade, according to a major-league source.

Source: Chacin jumping from Class AA to Rockies MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 9 hrs 14 mins

The Rockies did not pull Class AA right-hander Jhoulys Chacin from his start on Wednesday night with the intention of trading him.

Source: Chacin jumping from Class AA to Rockies MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 121 days 9 hrs 32 mins

The Rockies did not pull Class AA right-hander Jhoulys Chacin from his start on Wednesday night with the intention of trading him.

Red Sox trade Lugo to Cards for Duncan MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 122 days 3 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox have made their second big move of the day.

Pirates trade Adam LaRoche to Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 122 days 5 hrs 32 mins

The Boston Red Sox added one of the Pirates' middle-of-the-order hitters for the second time in as many seasons, acquiring first baseman Adam LaRoche on Wednesday for two midlevel prospects.

Source: Pirates trade Adam LaRoche to BoSox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 122 days 7 hrs 32 mins

The Pirates have traded first baseman Adam LaRoche to the Boston Red Sox, a major-league source has confirmed to FOXSports.com.

Buchholz gives BoSox ace in the hole MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 122 days 15 hrs 28 mins

Young hurler Clay Buchholz gives the Red Sox insurance against the kind of injuries a veteran staff often incurs, Ken Rosenthal says.

Buchholz gives BoSox ace in the hole MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 122 days 16 hrs 32 mins

Young hurler Clay Buchholz gives the Red Sox insurance against the kind of injuries a veteran staff often incurs, Ken Rosenthal says.

Phillies have other options beside Halladay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 123 days 12 hrs 32 mins

The Phils don't have to get Roy Halladay. Ken Rosenthal says they have more than enough to wow Cleveland into dealing Cliff Lee.

How inclined are O's to trade closer Sherrill? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 124 days 20 hrs 32 mins

There are several teams who could use O's closer George Sherrill. Ken Rosenthal examines how inclined Baltimore is to deal him.

Rehabbing Glaus may switch to OF for Cards MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 126 days 1 hrs 32 mins

The Cardinals might have found another hitter without making a trade.

BoSox designate Lugo; source says release likely MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 127 days 4 hrs 32 mins

Julio Lugo's tenure in Boston is over.

Starters make Braves contenders for playoff spot MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 127 days 5 hrs 32 mins

Ready to write off the Braves? Not so fast. With a strong starting rotation they can't be counted out of the race yet, Ken Rosenthal says.

Starters make Braves contenders for playoff spot MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 127 days 8 hrs 32 mins

Ready to write off the Braves? Not so fast. With a strong starting rotation they can't be counted out of the race yet, Ken Rosenthal says.

Source: Red Sox to designate Lugo; release likely MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 127 days 8 hrs 32 mins

Julio Lugo's tenure in Boston is over.

Source: BoSox willing to pay salary if Lugo is dealt MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 128 days 4 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox, facing a roster bind as they prepare for the returns of shortstop Jed Lowrie and third baseman Mike Lowell, have informed teams that they are willing to assume virtually all of shortstop Julio Lugo's remaining salary in a trade, according to a major-league source.

Source: Red Sox 'desperately' trying to deal Lugo MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 128 days 7 hrs 32 mins

The Red Sox, facing a roster bind as they prepare for the returns of shortstop Jed Lowrie and third baseman Mike Lowell, are "desperately" trying to trade shortstop Julio Lugo, according to a major-league source.

Putting together a package for Halladay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 128 days 16 hrs 32 mins

The Yankees don't appear to be in the Roy Halladay sweepstakes, but you'd be foolish to ever count them out, Ken Rosenthal says.

Putting together a package for Halladay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 128 days 18 hrs 32 mins

The Yankees don't appear to be in the Roy Halladay sweepstakes, but you'd be foolish to ever count them out, Ken Rosenthal says.

Experience doesn't help NL All-Star staff MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 129 days 16 hrs 32 mins

Apparently seniority doesn't mean much in the All-Star Game. Just ask the NL coaching staff. Ken Rosenthal does the math and more.

Acta firing just a sign of mess in D.C. MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 129 days 23 hrs 32 mins

Manny Acta is out manager, but that won't help the Nationals. D.C.'s struggling franchise will be an be an embarrassment until ...

Managing to win the All-Star Game isn't easy MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 130 days 20 hrs 32 mins

Managing the All-Star Game was tough even before home-field in the Series was at stake. But Ken Rosenthal says it's all worth it.

Acta firing just a sign of mess in D.C. MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 130 days 20 hrs 32 mins

Manny Acta is out, but that won't help the Nationals. Ken Rosenthal says the team will be an embarrassment until ...

Phillies bringing in Pedro Martinez for physical MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 130 days 20 hrs 32 mins

Free-agent right-hander Pedro Martinez will take his physical with the Phillies on Tuesday and could sign with the team as soon as Wednesday, according to a major-league source.

Managing to win the All-Star Game isn't easy MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 131 days 9 hrs 32 mins

Managing the All-Star Game was tough even before home-field in the Series was at stake. But Ken Rosenthal says it's all worth it.

Phillies bringing in Pedro Martinez for physical MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 131 days 9 hrs 32 mins

Free-agent right-hander Pedro Martinez will take his physical with the Phillies on Tuesday and could sign with the team as soon as Wednesday, according to a major-league source.

Acta firing just a sign of mess in D.C. MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 131 days 12 hrs 32 mins

Manny Acta is out, but that won't help the Nationals. Ken Rosenthal says the team will be an embarrassment until ...

Cards should do their best to keep Pujols happy MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 134 days 8 hrs 32 mins

It's in the Cardinals' best interest to keep Albert Pujols happy until his next contract. Ken Rosenthal explains how they can do it.

Sources: Rockies, BoSox explore trade options MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 136 days 2 hrs 32 mins

The Rockies have discussed a Garrett Atkins-for-Takashi Saito trade with the Red Sox, but both teams continue to explore other options, according to major-league sources.

Vazquez has too much value for Braves to move MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 137 days 11 hrs 32 mins

Javier Vazquez may be a sub-.500 pitcher this season, but Ken Rosenthal says he's worth plenty on the market.

Jays' Halladay all but gone in Toronto MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 137 days 18 hrs 32 mins

Roy Halladay is a difference-maker and the Blue Jays are falling out of contention. Ken Rosenthal says it's time to make a deal.

A's get OF Hairston from Pads for minor leaguers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 138 days 22 hrs 28 mins

The Oakland A's are always unpredictable at this time of year.

Pierre deserves to be on final-man ballot MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 139 days 20 hrs 32 mins

Forget about how well Juan Pierre played in Manny's place. There are other reasons he should be an All-Star, Ken Rosenthal says.

Pierre deserves to be on final-man ballot MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 139 days 22 hrs 32 mins

Forget about how well Juan Pierre played in Manny's place. There are other reasons he should be an All-Star, Ken Rosenthal says.

Manny's back, and Dodger fans will show the love MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 141 days 5 hrs 32 mins

Manny's back, and Dodger fans will gladly sweep his problems under the red carpet they're rolling out in L.A., Ken Rosenthal says.

Manny's back, and Dodger fans will show the love MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 141 days 7 hrs 32 mins

Manny's back, and Dodger fans will gladly sweep his problems under the red carpet they're rolling out in L.A., Ken Rosenthal says.

Like it or not, it's time to welcome Manny back MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 141 days 8 hrs 32 mins

Manny did the crime and the time. Now, like him or not, it's time to welcome the drama-filled slugger back, Ken Rosenthal says.

O's may not be dealing closer Sherrill MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 141 days 20 hrs 32 mins

The Orioles are last in their division, but they aren't ready to trade closer George Sherrill for young prospects yet, Ken Rosenthal says.

Rosenthal's All-Star Game selections MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 141 days 20 hrs 32 mins

After some last-minute tweaks, some rough decisions and just a little bit of spite, Ken Rosenthal has his All-Star roster ready to go.

Rays give up righty Abreu for Indians' Meloan MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 142 days 5 hrs 28 mins

The Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday acquired right-handed pitcher John Meloan from the Cleveland Indians for right-hander Winston Abreu.

Sources: Rays nearing deal for Indians' Meloan MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 142 days 6 hrs 32 mins

The Tampa Bay Rays are on the verge of getting right-handed pitcher John Meloan from the Cleveland Indians for right-hander Winston Abreu, according to major-league sources.

Rosenthal's All-Star Game selections MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 142 days 7 hrs 32 mins

After some last-minute tweaks, some rough decisions and just a little bit of spite, Ken Rosenthal has his All-Star roster ready to go.

O's may not be dealing closer Sherrill MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 142 days 20 hrs 32 mins

The Orioles are last in their division, but they aren't ready to trade closer George Sherrill for young prospects yet, Ken Rosenthal says.

Source: Astros claim Rangers' Duran off waivers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 143 days 2 hrs 32 mins

The Astros have claimed utility man German Duran on waivers from the Rangers, according to a major-league source.

Forget trades, Cubs have enough to win right now MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 143 days 11 hrs 28 mins

Under .500 with nearly the same unit that won 2 straight divisions, the Cubs need to quit crying and just win, Ken Rosenthal says.

Agent: Robertson can start throwing in 4 weeks MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 143 days 11 hrs 28 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.

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

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 143 days 11 hrs 28 mins

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

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