Roenicke traded to Toronto

Josh Roenicke has been traded from Cincinnati to Toronto as part of the deal that shipped Scott Rolen to the Reds, according to TSN.

Our View: Roenicke held a 2.70 ERA over 13.1 innings of relief with the Reds. He should benefit from playing his home games at the pitcher-friendly Rogers Centre with Toronto, but his fantasy value will remain limited as a middle reliever.

Reds acquired third baseman Scott Rolen from the Blue Jays for

Reds acquired third baseman Scott Rolen from the Blue Jays for third baseman Edwin Encarnacion, RHP Josh Roenicke and RHP Zach Stewart. Rolen never did look right in blue. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen asked to be traded

Jon Paul Morosi and Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, report Cincinnati Reds 3B Scott Rolen asked to be traded by the Toronto Blue Jays for personal reasons, according to general manager J.P. Ricciardi.

Toronto Blue Jays do extremely well by trading Scott Rolen

Rolen Scott Rolen makes the Reds a better club this season and next year but at a steep cost in raw talent. Rolen has changed his approach this season to try to hit for a higher average, knowing that his chronic back issues mean he's not likely to hit for much power, and he remains a superlative defender at third. The Reds are on the fringes of contention this year, and adding Rolen helps them offensively and defensively, but I have to assume this is as much about improving the team in 2010...

Reds | Hoping to keep Rolen long term

John Fay, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Cincinnati Reds would like to hang on to 3B Scott Rolen past the 2010 season, according to general manager Walt Jocketty.

Injuries have diminished the 34-year-old Rolen's performance

Injuries have diminished the 34-year-old Rolen's performance in recent seasons, but he's been healthy enough to deliver a .320 average, eight homers and 43 RBIs in this one. Cincinnati's Great American Ball Park is known as a launching pad, though Rolen isn't likely to suddenly start piling up more homers in his new park. Encarnacion, on the other hand, could very well see his numbers quickly rise in the aftermath of this trade. The 26-year-old has sputtered to a .209 average and five homers this season, but he showed plenty of power potential with 26 jacks in '08. With a fresh start following a few uneven seasons in Cincinnati, Encarnacion could be primed for a strong stretch run. Roenicke, who posted a 2.70 ERA in 11 appearances for the Reds this season, gives the Jays some bullpen depth. Stewart, who was 4-1 with a 1.67 ERA in 23 appearances (14 starts) across three Minor League levels, could also be called to help Toronto's bullpen.

Reds | Alonso not traded

Updating an ongoing story, Mark Sheldon, of MLB.com, reports Cincinnati Reds 1B Yonder Alonso was not part of the deal to acquire 3B Scott Rolen.

Injuries have diminished the 34-year-old Rolen's performance

Injuries have diminished the 34-year-old Rolen's performance in recent seasons, but he's been healthy enough to deliver a .320 average, eight homers and 43 RBIs in this one. Cincinnati's Great American Ball Park is known as a launching pad, though Rolen isn't likely to suddenly start piling up more homers in his new park. Encarnacion, on the other hand, could very well see his numbers quickly rise in the aftermath of this trade. The 26-year-old has sputtered to a .209 average and five homers this season, but he showed plenty of power potential with 26 jacks in '08. With a fresh start following a few uneven seasons in Cincinnati, Encarnacion could be primed for a strong stretch run.

Rolen heading to Reds for three

News: The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that the Blue Jays have dealt Scott Rolen to the Reds in exchange for 3B Edwin Encarnacion, RP Josh Roenicke and SP Zach Stewart. [...]

AP Source: Reds get 3B Rolen from Blue Jays

The Cincinnati Reds have reached a deal to get third baseman Scott Rolen from the Toronto Blue Jays.

Rolen has been traded to the Reds in exchange for Edwin Encarnacion,

Rolen has been traded to the Reds in exchange for Edwin Encarnacion, Zach Stewart and Josh Roenicke, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. [...]

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay, the Reds will

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay, the Reds will send Edwin Encarnacion, Josh Roenicke and Zach Stewart to Toronto for Scott Rolen. That's more like it. [...]

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay, the Reds will

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay, the Reds will send Edwin Encarnacion, Josh Roenicke and Zach Stewart to Toronto for Scott Rolen. Source: John Fay on Twitter . [...]

According to FOXSports.com, the Blue Jays will receive infielders

According to FOXSports.com, the Blue Jays will receive infielders Edwin Encarnacion and Yonder Alonso from the Reds for third baseman Scott Rolen. It'd be a surprisingly nice haul for the Jays. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen traded

Updating a previous report, ESPNews reports the Toronto Blue Jays have traded 3B Scott Rolen to the Cincinnati Reds. It is not known what the Blue Jays will receive in return.

Reds | Rolen acquired

Updating a previous report, ESPNews reports the Cincinnati Reds have acquired 3B Scott Rolen from the Toronto Blue Jays. It is not known what the Blue Jays will receive in return.

According to FOXSports.com, the Blue Jays will receive infielders

According to FOXSports.com, the Blue Jays will receive infielders Edwin Encarnacion and Yonder Alonso from the Reds for third baseman Scott Rolen. Source: FOXSports. [...]

Reds | Discussing Rolen

Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports the Cincinnati Reds are close to acquiring 3B Scott Rolen from the Toronto Blue Jays Friday, July 31. However, he must still waive his no-trade clause.

Rolen has been traded to the Reds -- pending his approval --

Rolen has been traded to the Reds -- pending his approval -- for an unknown package, SI's Jon Heyman reports. [...]

The Blue Jays are talking to the Reds about Rolen in the final

The Blue Jays are talking to the Reds about Rolen in the final minutes of the trade deadline, ESPN-AM 1050 in New York reports. [...]

Rolen heading to Reds

News: SI's John Heyman reports that the Blue Jays have dealt Scott Rolen to the Reds. He will have to waive his no-trade clause before the deal is made official. [...]

SI.com's Jon Heyman reports Scott Rolen has been traded to the

SI.com's Jon Heyman reports Scott Rolen has been traded to the Reds. The deal hinges on Rolen's no-trade clause, but he has no reason not to accept The Reds are in the same position as the Blue Jays and he'll be reunited with former Cardinals GM Walt Jocketty in Cincinnati. [...]

Rolen to Reds

According to Jon Heyman of SI.com, the Reds have acquired third baseman Scott Rolen from the Blue Jays.

Our View: There is a catch here. Rolen has a no trade clause that he would have to waive for the deal to be complete. It's hard to see him saying no to a return to the NL, a reunion with GM Walt Jocketty, a move that brings him closer to his Indiana home and a chance to stick it to his former team (St. Louis). Stay tuned.

Rolen's $4 million bonus in 2010 is holding up a number of potential

Rolen's $4 million bonus in 2010 is holding up a number of potential deals, the Toronto Globe & Mail reports. [...]

The Reds have backed off of a deal for Scott Rolen, reports

The Reds have backed off of a deal for Scott Rolen, reports ESPN.com's Peter Gammons. Cincinnati reportedly wants to move money prior to taking on salary. [...]

Reds | Talks failing for Rolen

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Cincinnati Reds' trade talks for Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen appear to be failing.

A Reds trade for Scott Rolen has a "good chance" of

A Reds trade for Scott Rolen has a "good chance" of getting done, according to Bob Elliott of the Toronto Sun. There has been a lot of smoke around this particular rumor. [...]

Top prospect Alonso headed to Toronto?

Yonder Alonso, the Reds 2008 first round draft pick and one of their top hitting prospects, could be sent to Toronto in exchange for third baseman Scott Rolen, according to the Providence Journal.

Our View: Alonso is still a developing bat, but a potential trade of him for Scott Rolen appears to make about as little fundamental sense as trading Kyle Drabek for Vernon Wells would. Rolen is 34, due a ton of money the next year and a half and the Reds already have a pretty decent, young third basemen you might have heard of. Stay tuned.

A source has informed FOXSports.com that the Reds are still

A source has informed FOXSports.com that the Reds are still pursuing a trade for Toronto third baseman Scott Rolen. A deal might not happen until the last day of the deadline, however, because the Blue Jays' upper management is busy with another trade chip. [...]

A source has informed FOXSports.com that the Reds are still

A source has informed FOXSports.com that the Reds are still pursuing a trade for Toronto third baseman Scott Rolen. A deal might not happen until the last day of the deadline because the Blue Jays' upper management is busy with another trade chip. [...]

A source has informed FOXSports.com that the Reds are still

A source has informed FOXSports.com that the Reds are still pursuing a trade for Toronto third baseman Scott Rolen. A deal might not happen until the last day of the deadline because the Blue Jays' upper management is busy with another trade chip. [...]

Rolen has come back to earth in July after an out-of-this-world

Rolen has come back to earth in July after an out-of-this-world June in which he hit .384. But he is showing signs of heading back into orbit of late, running up a six game hitting streak in which he has driven in eight runs, with six of those coming in his last two games. Buckle up.

Blue Jays | Rolen powers team to win

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen had two hits, including a three-run homer, to help the team to a 5-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays Sunday, July 26.

Rolen hit a three-run homer and finished 2-for-4 in Sunday's

Rolen hit a three-run homer and finished 2-for-4 in Sunday's win over the Rays. [...]

Rolen blasts three-run shot

News: Toronto 3B Scott Rolen mashed a big three-run homer off starter Jeff Niemann on Sunday as the Jays beat the Rays. Rolen hit his 8th in the 4th inning and finished the afternoon 2 for 4. He's batting .318 on the season. [...]

Rolen homers, drives in three

The resurgent Scott Rolen had another nice day at the plate on Sunday as the Blue Jays beat the Rays 5-1. Rolen went 2-for-4 with a home run, a run scored, and three RBI in the win.

Our View: Rolen has the average up to .318 on the year, and although he only has eight home runs, he is still a strong fantasy play. As long as he stays healthy for the rest of the year, he should continue to hit the ball well and contribute in all aspects of the game.

Scott Rolen showcased himself well on Sunday by taking Rays

Scott Rolen showcased himself well on Sunday by taking Rays starter Jeff Niemann deep for a three-run shot. Rolen also added a single in the contest to raise his average up to . [...]

The veteran corner, slowed by injuries over much of the prior

The veteran corner, slowed by injuries over much of the prior four seasons, has taken a more refined approach at the plate this year and has seen his work pay off with his best offensive season in what seems like ages. Rolen's 26/39 BB/K ratio is a big reason why, blowing away his 46/71 mark from last season. The 34-year-old is hitting .318 on the year, a mark that would be a career-high if he can keep things going down the stretch.

According to Jon Paul Morosi of FoxSports.com, the Reds have

According to Jon Paul Morosi of FoxSports.com, the Reds have discussed a trade for Scott Rolen. This rumor has been kicking around for a while, but Morosi writes that Edwin Encarnacion would likely be included in the deal. [...]

According to Jon Paul Morosi of FoxSports.com, the Reds have

According to Jon Paul Morosi of FoxSports.com, the Reds have discussed a trade for Scott Rolen. This rumor has been kicking around for a while, but Morosi writes that Edwin Encarnacion would likely be included in the deal. [...]

Jose Bautista started at third and hit ninth. Rolen is 6-for-19

Jose Bautista started at third and hit ninth. Rolen is 6-for-19 with a home run and two RBIs over his last five games, so this is likely just a routine day off.

Rolen blasts solo homer Tuesday

News: Toronto 3B Scott Rolen homered on Tuesday in a loss to the Indians. His solo shot in the 7th inning off Cliff Lee was the only runs scored on the night by the Jays. He finished 2 for 4 and is batting .320 on the year. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen goes yard Tuesday

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen hit his seventh home run of the year in a losing effort Tuesday, July 21.

Rolen has raised his average nearly 30 points since the start

Rolen has raised his average nearly 30 points since the start of a 25-game hit parade that came to an end on July 10. Although the veteran cornerman is not threatening to surpass the 20-homer mark for the first time since blasting 22 jacks in '06, Rolen has more than made up for his power shortcomings with a .322 average, .380 on-base percentage and 48 runs scored.

Red Sox | Interested in Rolen

The Toronto Globe and Mail's Jeff Blair reported on his Twitter page that the Boston Red Sox are interested in Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen.

According to Jeff Blair of the Globe and Mail, the Red Sox have

According to Jeff Blair of the Globe and Mail, the Red Sox have interest in Scott Rolen. In a post to Twitter, Blair notes that Terry Francona is a fan of Rolen from their time together on the Phillies. [...]

Rolen seems to have reinvented himself as a low-power, high-average

Rolen seems to have reinvented himself as a low-power, high-average hitter at age 34. Unfortunately, that average has been supported by an abnormally high batting average on balls in play -- .345 this season, compared to a .314 career mark. Expect some regression after the All-Star break, both for Rolen’s hit total and his overall value.

Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen was unable to get a hit on Friday against

News: Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen was unable to get a hit on Friday against the Orioles, snapping his hitting streak at 25 games. He went 0 for 4 in the game, lowering his batting average to .325 with the performance. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen ends hitting streak

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen went 0-for-4 Friday, July 10, to snap his 25-game hitting streak.

The Reds have talked about adding Rolen in trade talks, the

The Reds have talked about adding Rolen in trade talks, the Toronto Sun reports. [...]

Reds | Scouting Rolen

The Toronto Sun's Bob Elliott reports the Cincinnati Reds have been scouting and internally discussing Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen.

Bob Elliott of the Toronto Sun reports that the Reds have spoken

Bob Elliott of the Toronto Sun reports that the Reds have spoken internally about acquiring Scott Rolen. The Blue Jays would love to unload Rolen's $11 million dollar contract for this year and next. [...]

Rolen, who is in the midst of a 25-game hitting streak, usually

Rolen, who is in the midst of a 25-game hitting streak, usually does not play in day games after playing the night before. Scutaro, who is 10-for-31 since the beginning of July, also appears to be getting a routine day off. Jose Bautista started for Rolen at third and led off, while John McDonald played short and batted ninth.

Blue Jays | Rolen resting Thursday

CBSSports.com reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen (rest) is receiving the day off Thursday, July 9.

Rolen, who is in the midst of a 25-game hitting streak, usually

Rolen, who is in the midst of a 25-game hitting streak, usually does not play in days games after a night game. Scutaro is 10-for-31 since the beginning of July and also appears to be getting a routine day off. Jose Bautista started for Rolen at third and led off, while John McDonald played short and batted ninth.

Toronto third baseman Scott Rolen, who has hit safely in 25

News: Toronto third baseman Scott Rolen, who has hit safely in 25 consecutive games, is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Tampa Bay. Rolen is normally rested when the Blue Jays play a day game following a night game. [...]

Scott Rolen had three hits and drove in a run Wednesday at Tampa

News: Scott Rolen had three hits and drove in a run Wednesday at Tampa Bay, extending his career-best hitting streak to 25 games for Toronto. Rolen, who was 3 for 5, is hitting .390 (41 for 105) over that stretch. [...]

Scott Rolen is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against

Scott Rolen is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays. With the early start time, Rolen takes a seat. Jose Bautista will fill in and lead off against David Price. [...]

Rolen not in Wednesday's lineup

Blue Jays' beat writer Jordan Bastian is reporting on his Twitter page that third baseman Scott Rolen is not in the team's lineup for their Thursday afternoon game against the Rays. Rolen will be replaced by Jose Bautista at third.

Our View: Rolen is in the middle of a 25-game hitting streak, but manager Cito Gaston felt like Rolen could use a day off today. Hopefully this won't affect his hotness at the plate, but fantasy owners should get him out today if possible. He will play tomorrow, so get him back in after the game today.

Scott Rolen is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against

Scott Rolen is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays. With the early start time, Rolen takes a seat. Jose Bautista will fill in and lead off against David Price. [...]

Blue Jays | More on Rolen's streak

According to Bluejays.MLB.com, Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen is three games away from tying the all-time hitting streak by a Blue Jays player (28, set by OF Shawn Green in 1999).

Rolen went 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI in the Jays' loss

Rolen went 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI in the Jays' loss to the Rays Wednesday. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen extends hitting streak

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen had three hits Wednesday, July 8, to extend his career-best hitting streak to 25 games.

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 25 games in a loss

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 25 games in a loss to the Rays on Wednesday night. Rolen was 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored in the 10-9 loss. [...]

From The Sports Xchange: 3B Scott Rolen extended his hit streak

News: From The Sports Xchange: 3B Scott Rolen extended his hit streak to 24 games with an RBI single in the eighth inning that tied the game 1-1. Rolen, who was 1-for-5, is hitting .380 (38-for-100) over that stretch. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen extends hitting streak again

Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 24 games Tuesday, July 7, according to The St. Petersburg Times.

Rolen records lone RBI for Jays

Scott Rolen went 1-for-5 with a single, and recorded the Jays' lone RBI in tonight's 3-1 loss at Tampa Bay.

Our View: The Jays had 10 hits, but stranded 16 men on base. Rolen extended his hitting streak to 24 games, and continues to lead Toronto with a .325 batting average.

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 24 games in an extra-inning

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 24 games in an extra-inning loss to the Rays on Tuesday night. Rolen's eighth inning single also tied the game at 1-1. [...]

Rolen extended his hitting streak to 23 games with a two-run

Rolen extended his hitting streak to 23 games with a two-run double on Monday. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen extends hitting streak

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen extended his career-best hitting streak to 23 games Monday, July 6.

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 23 games with a double

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 23 games with a double and two RBIs in four at-bats against the Yankees on Monday. The third baseman is now hitting .394 with 14 RBIs during his streak. Rolen’s not the most powerful corner infielder around, but owners should continue to rely on him as long as the hot stretch continues.

Analysis: The third baseman is now hitting .394 with 14 RBIs during his streak. Rolen’s not the most powerful corner infielder around, but owners should continue to rely on him as long as the hot stretch continues.

Blue Jays | Rolen extends to 22

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 22 games Sunday, July 5.

Scott Rolen doubled in the fourth inning Saturday against New

News: Scott Rolen doubled in the fourth inning Saturday against New York and to extend his career-best hitting streak to 21 games. He is batting .407 (35 for 86) during the streak. [...]

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 21 games in an extra-inning

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 21 games in an extra-inning loss to the Yankees on Saturday afternoon. Rolen had just one hit, but the fourth-inning double was enough to extend the career-best hitting streak. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen extends hitting streak to 21 games

Updating previous reports, MLB.com's Jordan Bastian posted on his Twitter page that Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 21 games Saturday, July 4, against the New York Yankees. The club record is 28 games, set by Shawn Green in 1999.

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 21 games with a fourth-inning

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 21 games with a fourth-inning double against the Yankees on Saturday.

Analysis: There are streaks and then there are streaks. Rolen is not just squeaking by, here -- he's hitting .415 (34-for-82) during this run, with 11 multi-hit games in his first 20 and 10 extra-base hits. Despite his lack of classic corner-infield pop at this point in his career, Rolen should obviously be starting in all formats.

Scott Rolen singled Friday at the Yankees to extend his hitting

News: Scott Rolen singled Friday at the Yankees to extend his hitting streak to a career-high 20 games. He went 1 for 4 and has had one hit in six of his last eight games. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen extends hitting streak

The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen extended his career-best hitting streak to 20 games Friday, July 3.

Analysis: The third baseman has shown some pop during the streak and now has four extra-base hits in his last five games. He’s now 32 for his last 74 and batting .332 this season.

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to a career-high 19

News: Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to a career-high 19 games with a single in the sixth inning Wednesday against Tampa Bay. He went 2 for 4 with a solo home run. [...]

Jordan Zimmermann allowed two earned runs on six hits and one

Jordan Zimmermann allowed two earned runs on six hits and one walk with six strikeouts over six innings in a no-decision against Florida on Wednesday.

Analysis: The third baseman has shown some pop during the streak and now has four extra-base hits in his last five games. He’s now 32 for his last 74 and batting .332 this season.

Adam Lind went 2-for-4 with his 16th home run of the season

Adam Lind went 2-for-4 with his 16th home run of the season and two runs scored Wednesday in a 5-0 win over Tampa Bay.

Analysis: The third baseman has shown some pop during the streak and now has four extra-base hits in his last five games. He’s now 32 for his last 74 and batting .332 this season.

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 19 games Wednesday

Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 19 games Wednesday by going 2-for-4 with his sixth home run of the season.

Analysis: The third baseman has shown some pop during the streak and now has four extra-base hits in his last five games. He’s now 32 for his last 74 and batting .332 this season.

Scott Rolen went 2-for-4 and hit his sixth homer Wednesday against

Scott Rolen went 2-for-4 and hit his sixth homer Wednesday against the Rays. Rolen's hitting streak is up to 19 games, and he's built a strong case for going to his sixth All-Star Game and first since 2006. [...]

Scott Rolen went 2-for-4 and hit his sixth homer Wednesday against

Scott Rolen went 2-for-4 and hit his sixth homer Wednesday against the Rays. Rolen's hitting streak is up to 19 games, and he's built a strong case for going to his sixth All-Star Game and first since 2006. [...]

Blue Jays | Rolen up to 18-game hitting streak

The Globe and Mail reports Toronto Blue Jays 3B Scott Rolen extended his hitting streak to 18 games Tuesday, June 30.