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Ken Rosenthal Columns / 08-2009

Source: Garland-to-Rockies stalled out MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 9 hrs 7 mins

Trade talks between the Rockies and Diamondbacks stalled over Arizona's asking price for right-hander Jon Garland, according to a major-league source.

Giants sign Penny to help in playoff race MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 9 hrs 7 mins

Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday.

Source: Garland-to-Rockies stalled out MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 10 hrs 7 mins

Trade talks between the Rockies and Diamondbacks stalled over Arizona's asking price for right-hander Jon Garland, according to a major-league source.

Sources: White Sox dangle all high-priced talent MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 12 hrs 7 mins

The White Sox made virtually all of their expensive veterans available on Monday, the final day that teams could add players to their post- season rosters, major-league sources said.

Sources: Giants sign Penny to help in playoff race MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 15 hrs 7 mins

Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.

Sources: Giants sign Penny to help in playoff race MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 16 hrs 7 mins

Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.

Sources: Giants are frontrunners to land Penny MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 17 hrs 7 mins

Brad Penny is expected to sign with the Giants after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.

Alive for wild card, Cubs keep Harden, others MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 18 hrs 7 mins

A couple of days ago, Rich Harden looked like a goner. Now, he'll stay put as the Cubs hope for a wild card run, Ken Rosenthal says.

Sources: Giants are frontrunners to land Penny MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Brad Penny is expected to sign with the Giants after he cleared waivers on Monday, according to major-league sources.

Alive for wild card, Cubs keep Harden, others MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 19 hrs 7 mins

A couple of days ago, Rich Harden looked like a goner. Now, he'll stay put as the Cubs hope for a wild card run, Ken Rosenthal says.

Surging Cubs might not be ready to dump Harden MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 82 days 21 hrs 7 mins

A couple of days ago, Rich Harden looked like a goner. Now, the Cubs might think he can help win the wild card, Ken Rosenthal says.

Source: Angels in serious talks to get Rays' Kazmir MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 84 days 22 hrs 7 mins

The Angels are in serious discussions to obtain left-hander Scott Kazmir from the Rays, according to a major-league source.

Sources: Cubs' Harden, Heilman claimed MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 85 days 9 hrs 7 mins

If the Cubs want to point toward the future, this is their chance.

Source: Angels in serious talks to get Rays' Kazmir MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 85 days 15 hrs 7 mins

The Angels are in serious discussions to obtain left-hander Scott Kazmir from the Rays, according to a major-league source.

Rays won't always have this opportunity MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 85 days 18 hrs 7 mins

The Rays had better take care of business this season, because Ken Rosenthal says Tampa likely won't always have it this good.

Source: Twins on verge of deal with lefty Mahay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 85 days 18 hrs 7 mins

The Twins, seeking to bolster their bullpen, are on the verge of acquiring left-hander Ron Mahay, according to a major-league source.

Sources: Cubs' Harden, Heilman claimed MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 86 days 17 hrs 7 mins

If the Cubs want to point toward the future, this is their chance.

Penny should attract NL interest MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 86 days 21 hrs 7 mins

Right-hander Brad Penny, released by the Red Sox on Wednesday night, could be a very popular man once he clears waivers on Monday.

Source: Hawkins claimed, Astros pull him back MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 10 hrs 7 mins

The Astros pulled back reliever LaTroy Hawkins after he was claimed on waivers, according to a major-league source.

Source: Hawkins claimed, Astros pull him back MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 12 hrs 7 mins

The Astros pulled back reliever LaTroy Hawkins after he was claimed on waivers, according to a major-league source.

Phillies' GM: 'Lidge is our closer' despite struggles MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 16 hrs 7 mins

Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. reiterated his support for the struggling Brad Lidge on Wednesday, stating emphatically, "Lidge is our closer."

Source: Wagner reconsidering trade to Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Mets left-hander Billy Wagner is giving last-minute consideration to a trade to the Red Sox, according to a major-league source.

'Change of heart': Wagner OKs trade to Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Finally, Billy Wagner made up his mind. He's going to the Red Sox.

Are Mets taking care of their players? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Now that ace lefty Johan Santana is out for the season, Ken Rosenthal raises the question: Is being a Met hazardous to your health?

Sources: Hoffman among Brewers on waivers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 18 hrs 7 mins

The Brewers are making plenty of veterans available, including closer Trevor Hoffman. Ken Rosenthal sees if they'll be moving soon.

Agent: Struggling Lidge close to turning corner MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 87 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Brad Lidge's nightmarish season continued Tuesday night, when he suffered his major-league leading ninth blown save by allowing a two-run, game-winning homer by the Pirates' Andrew McCutchen.

Sources: Hoffman among Brewers on waivers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 88 days 6 hrs 7 mins

The Brewers are making plenty of veterans available, including closer Trevor Hoffman. Ken Rosenthal sees if they'll be moving soon.

Are Mets taking care of their players? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 88 days 15 hrs 7 mins

Now that ace lefty Johan Santana is out for the season, Ken Rosenthal raises the question: Is being a Met hazardous to your health?

Source: Wagner reconsidering trade to Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 88 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Mets left-hander Billy Wagner is giving last-minute consideration to a trade to the Red Sox, according to a major-league source.

'Change of heart': Wagner OKs trade to Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 88 days 18 hrs 7 mins

Finally, Billy Wagner made up his mind. He's going to the Red Sox.

How will Cubs, Mets GMs turn things around? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 89 days 1 hrs 7 mins

If the Mets and Cubs are content with their current GMs, Ken Rosenthal wants to know what each exec will do to fix their teams.

Source: Wagner to use no-trade clause, stay in N.Y. MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 89 days 6 hrs 7 mins

Billy Wagner is staying with the Mets.

Source: Wagner invokes no-trade clause, stays in N.Y. MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 89 days 9 hrs 7 mins

Billy Wagner is staying with the Mets.

Red Sox's chances of signing Wagner in doubt MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 90 days 11 hrs 7 mins

The Red Sox's chances of landing Mets reliever Billy Wagner are in serious jeopardy.

Padres, Eckstein agree to one-year extension MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 91 days 9 hrs 7 mins

The Padres have signed second baseman David Eckstein to a one-year contract extension through 2010, a major league source told FOXSports.com.

Padres, Eckstein agree to one-year extension MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 91 days 11 hrs 7 mins

The Padres have signed second baseman David Eckstein to a one-year contract extension through 2010, a major league source told FOXSports.com.

Source: Padres sign Eckstein to 1-year extension MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 91 days 12 hrs 7 mins

The Padres have signed second baseman David Eckstein to a one-year contract extension through 2010, a major league source told FOXSports.com.

Sources: BoSox claim Mets' Wagner off waivers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 92 days 13 hrs 7 mins

The Boston Red Sox were awarded a waiver claim on Mets left-hander Billy Wagner on Friday, according to two major-league sources.

Sources: BoSox claim Mets' Wagner off waivers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 92 days 14 hrs 7 mins

The Boston Red Sox were awarded a waiver claim on Mets left-hander Billy Wagner on Friday, according to two major-league sources.

Source: Mets lefty Wagner claimed off waivers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 92 days 16 hrs 7 mins

Mets left-hander Billy Wagner has been claimed off waivers, according to a major-league source.

Brewers deal Hall to M's for pitching prospect MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 94 days 14 hrs 7 mins

Bill Hall is heading to Seattle.

Ortiz opts out of Yanks deal, now a free agent MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 95 days 14 hrs 7 mins

For teams looking for starting pitchers, another option just became available.

Seriously, who would do any better than Trembley? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 95 days 14 hrs 7 mins

Dave Trembley is likely a goner in Baltimore and that's a shame. Ken Rosenthal says the O's should give him more time.

Strasburg signs with Nats for $15.1 million MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 95 days 14 hrs 7 mins

San Diego State right-hander Stephen Strasburg has agreed to a record four-year, $15.1 million contract with the Washington Nationals.

Strasburg deal is a win-win for all involved MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 95 days 14 hrs 7 mins

Stephen Strasburg's record contract is great for the 21-year-old. But the Nats score big in the deal, too, Ken Rosenthal says.

Seriously, who would do any better than Trembley? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 95 days 22 hrs 7 mins

Dave Trembley is likely a goner in Baltimore and that's a shame. Ken Rosenthal says the O's should give him more time.

Strasburg deal is a win-win for all involved MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 96 days 4 hrs 7 mins

Stephen Strasburg's record contract is great for the 21-year-old. But the Nats score big in the deal, too, Ken Rosenthal says.

Strasburg signs with Nats for $15.1 million MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 96 days 8 hrs 7 mins

San Diego State right-hander Stephen Strasburg has agreed to a record four-year, $15.1 million contract with the Washington Nationals, a major-league source confirmed to FOXSports.com.

Ortiz opts out of Yanks deal, now a free agent MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 96 days 18 hrs 7 mins

For teams looking for starting pitchers, another option just became available.

Sources: Rangers seeking help at catcher MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 98 days 14 hrs 7 mins

The Rangers, concerned about the condition of Jarrod Saltalamacchia, have contacted several teams in search of catching help, according to major-league sources.

Sources: Rangers seeking help at catcher MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 98 days 15 hrs 7 mins

The Rangers, concerned about the condition of Jarrod Saltalamacchia, have contacted several teams in search of catching help, according to major-league sources.

Smoltz won't retire, searching for new club MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 98 days 20 hrs 7 mins

John Smoltz definitely wants to pitch again in 2009.

Angels looking to upgrade starting pitching MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 99 days 7 mins

The Angels' rotation is starting to come around, but the team isn't shying away from making possible upgrades, Ken Rosenthal says.

Beanballs are a part of the game, but senseless MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 99 days 7 mins

Taking the latest slew of high-heaters and bench-clearers into account, Ken Rosenthal says enough is enough to Beanball Nation.

Red Sox acquire former SS Gonzalez from Reds MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 99 days 7 mins

Alex Gonzalez is going back to Boston.

D-Backs, Brewers can't reach deal for Davis MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 99 days 16 hrs 7 mins

The Brewers will have to look elsewhere for pitching help down the stretch.

Red Sox acquire former SS Gonzalez from Reds MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 99 days 16 hrs 7 mins

Alex Gonzalez is going back to Boston.

Q and A with Giants GM Brian Sabean MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 99 days 22 hrs 7 mins

Even if the Giants don't make the playoffs, the season has been a success. Ken Rosenthal chats with the GM who made it happen.

Diamondbacks hesitant to send Davis to Brewers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 100 days 20 hrs 7 mins

The Brewers are not confident that they will acquire Diamondbacks left-hander Doug Davis, according to a major-league source.

Beanballs are a part of the game, but senseless MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 100 days 20 hrs 7 mins

Taking the latest slew of high-heaters and bench-clearers into account, Ken Rosenthal says enough is enough to Beanball Nation.

Brewers gut left side of infield, fire pitching coach MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 101 days 18 hrs 7 mins

The Brewers, in a major shakeup, have fired pitching coach Bill Castro, demoted shortstop J.J. Hardy and designated infielder Bill Hall for assignment.

Smoltz refuses move to minors; two options left MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 101 days 20 hrs 7 mins

John Smoltz's brief career with the Red Sox is over.

Brewers gut middle infield, fire pitching coach MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 101 days 20 hrs 7 mins

The Brewers, in a major shakeup, have fired pitching coach Bill Castro, demoted shortstop J.J. Hardy and designated infielder Bill Hall for assignment.

Angels looking to upgrade starting pitching MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 102 days 5 hrs 7 mins

The Angels' rotation is starting to come around, but the team isn't shying away from making possible upgrades, Ken Rosenthal says.

Dodgers almost had dream 'pen, but balked MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 103 days 4 hrs 7 mins

Imagine a Dodgers bullpen that included All-Star Heath Bell. Ken Rosenthal says it almost happened and knows why it didn't.

ChiSox well positioned to absorb Rios' salary MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 103 days 9 hrs 7 mins

First Jake Peavy, now Alex Rios. Ken Rosenthal says forget about salaries, the ChiSox better hope they spent in the right places.

ChiSox well positioned to absorb Rios' salary MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 103 days 10 hrs 7 mins

First Jake Peavy, now Alex Rios. Ken Rosenthal says forget about salaries, the ChiSox better hope they spent in the right places.

Jays have a lot to gain by letting Rios go MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 104 days 14 hrs 7 mins

If you're one of those fans thinking the Jays can't let Alex Rios get away for nothing, then Ken Rosenthal has a message for you.

Induction of a different kind awaits Papi if he lied MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 105 days 3 hrs 7 mins

David Ortiz says he was careless in taking vitamins. But if he took 'roids, he'll be inducted into an infamous group, Ken Rosenthal says.

Induction of a different kind awaits Papi if he lied MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 105 days 8 hrs 7 mins

David Ortiz says he was careless in taking vitamins. But if he took 'roids, he'll be inducted into an infamous group, Ken Rosenthal says.

Source: Red Sox sign free-agent righty Byrd MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 105 days 20 hrs 7 mins

The Red Sox, seeking additional depth for their rotation, have signed free-agent right-hander Paul Byrd to a minor-league contract, according to a major league source.

Source: Jays' Rios claimed on waivers, but by who? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 105 days 20 hrs 7 mins

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios has been claimed on waivers by an unknown team, according to a major-league source.

Red Sox designate Smoltz for assignment MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 106 days 15 hrs 7 mins

After giving up eight earned runs in Boston's loss to the Yankees on Thursday night, John Smoltz on Friday was designated for assignment.

Source: Jays' Rios claimed on waivers, but by who? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 106 days 15 hrs 7 mins

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios has been claimed on waivers by an unknown team, according to a major-league source.

Source: Red Sox sign free-agent righty Byrd MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 108 days 11 hrs 7 mins

The Red Sox, seeking additional depth for their rotation, have signed free-agent right-hander Paul Byrd to a minor-league contract, according to a major league source.

ChiSox pull off last-second gamble with Peavy deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 6 hrs 7 mins

The White Sox are taking a big gamble on Jake Peavy. Ken Rosenthal says there's only one GM capable of doing such a thing.

ChiSox pull off last-second gamble with Peavy deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 113 days 7 hrs 7 mins

The White Sox are taking a big gamble on Jake Peavy. Ken Rosenthal says there's only one GM capable of doing such a thing.

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