Hiesenberg
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Apparently talks are heating up of Papelbon to Nationals. Doesn't make much sense at all, but ok.
Apparently talks are heating up of Papelbon to Nationals. Doesn't make much sense at all, but ok.
He wants to close
Jim Bowden, ESPN Insider
1. Philadelphia Phillies trade LHP Cole Hamels to the Texas Rangers in exchange for right-handed pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez, outfield prospect Nomar Mazara and catcher prospect Jorge Alfaro
The Phillies have several teams that have been in play for Hamels, including the Dodgers, Cubs, Rangers, Giants, Red Sox and Yankees. However, the Dodgers refuse to include pitcher prospect Julio Urias, the Yankees won't put pitcher Luis Severino or outfielder Aaron Judge in a deal, and the Red Sox won't include catcher Blake Swihart. Therefore, the best fit might end up being the Rangers, who are willing to talk about all of their top prospects not named Joey Gallo. Gonzalez could go right into the Phillies' rotation, Mazara has the potential to be an impact corner outfielder, and if Alfaro can continue to develop as a catcher, that would make his 20-25 home run power even more devastating. In addition, the Phillies' savings of $22 million per year could be reallocated to another starting pitcher in this year's flooded free-agent class.
Five trades I'd like to see between now and the deadline
http://espn.go.com/blog/the-gms-office/insider/post?id=11220
Five trades I'd like to see between now and the deadline
http://espn.go.com/blog/the-gms-office/insider/post?id=11220