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QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Nov 11, 2014 -> 04:26 PM) Colleen Kane ‏@ChiTribKane 34m34 minutes ago Hahn on Alexei Ramirez trade rumors: Will listen, but "it’s certainly not something we’re pursuing on our end or are eager to convert on." Yeah I think that Hahn would have to be blown away to make an Alexei deal.

Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal · 12m 12 minutes ago #Angels remain open to trading Kendrick for player or pitcher under comparable or longer control. Kendrick eligible for FA at end of season. I think this makes sense for both teams, probably the Sox adding a prospect also in the deal. The Angels are starved for pitching as Weaver and Wilson are not the same anymore and injury prone. This would get the Danks contract off the books, only get Kendrick for one year and have Micah Johnson develop some more in AAA, while making Semien and Sanchez more expendable in a trade for starting pitching or outfield help. On top of that, if the Sox manage to get Sandoval, the line up, and overall defense in the infield has gone up tremendously. The savings from this deal could be invested into the bullpen or a lesser FA DH like LaRoche or outfielder like Denorfia. Again, I'm just thinking out loud here, but right now, to me this trade makes sense. Eaton Kendrick Abreu Sandoval Garcia Laroche Ramirez Denorfia Flowers Sale Quintana RH starter FA/Via trade Noesi Bassitt Thoughts?

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Nov 11, 2014 -> 10:14 AM) Andy Martino ‏@MartinoNYDN On Alexei Ramirez, #WhiteSox prefer young SPs like Syndergaard/Wheeler/Montero, while #Mets prefer to deal Niese/Gee/Colon. (1/2) But that's an early read on the situation. Not saying the gap is unbridgeable. Also #WhiteSox, like #Mets, in mode of trying to build contender. So while they'd deal Ramirez, it's not like he's burning a hole in pocket. Mets have no business even mentioning Niese, Gee, or Colon because that doesn't fit the Sox plan. IMO, it's the Mets that is the team is desperate, not the Sox. Alexei for another 2 years I would love.

QUOTE (LDF @ Nov 11, 2014 -> 10:19 AM) i wonder who is going to blink first???? then there is the dodgers and oak It would definitely be the Mets to blink first. I mean they already gave up the 15th pick for Michael Cuddyer, there is big time pressure on their GM too.

Ken Rosenthal ‏@Ken_Rosenthal 4m4 minutes ago #Angels remain open to trading Kendrick for player or pitcher under comparable or longer control. Kendrick eligible for FA at end of season.

Surprised there isn't a thread about him yet. Surprisingly, the Sox have been linked to Scherzer by Hayes and Heyman so far as a dark horse to sign him. The money and years he is going to command is definitely scary, and I really hope the Sox don't sign him to a long lucrative contract. What are your guys thoughts on Scherzer?

http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/writer/jon-he...others-on-radar

Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal · 25m 25 minutes ago #WhiteSox have pursued catchers such as #Astros’ Castro, #Padres’ Grandal in past, but more focused now on RH starter, bullpen help, LH bat.

I went over to the Mets board to talk about Alexei. I told them that obviously that the Sox hold Alexei more valuable than the Mets so the asking price is going to be high. I told them that the asking price would probably start with Montero and Plawecki, and add a lottery ticket prospect. 2 members responded to me and said no chance they give all that up for Alexei. I even saw a proposal of Alexei and Avisail for Montero and Ceccini....

Buster Olney ‏@Buster_ESPN 9m9 minutes ago Mets would seem like a perfect match on paper for possible Alexei Ramirez deal, given their surplus of pitching and CHW needs.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Nov 10, 2014 -> 03:07 PM) Chris Cotillo ‏@ChrisCotillo 2m2 minutes ago #Braves signed Zoilo Almonte to a one-year, major-league contract. Also added Donnie Veal and Chien-Ming Wang on minor lg deals. Will not miss those two.

QUOTE (Dunt @ Nov 10, 2014 -> 03:01 PM) Really stupid to give up the 15th pick for Cuddyer And the Rockies get a comp pick too between rounds 1 and 2. Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal · 19m 19 minutes ago #Mets lose 15th overall pick for Cuddyer. #Rockies gain comp pick between 1st and 2nd rounds. Qualifying offer looks pretty smart now.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Nov 10, 2014 -> 01:42 PM) http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/11/mark...-this-week.html Came here to post this. Thought this was very interesting because I wonder if that is a "home town discount" or what Markakis really thinks he's worth. If this is true at 10-12 million per, I would definitely want Markakis at 4 years between 40-50 million.

http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/mino...oct-31-nov-6-2/ Apparently the Sox have signed RHP Junior Guerra. Maybe he's Javy's brother. Going to be 30 in January.

Ken Rosenthal ‏@Ken_Rosenthal 1m1 minute ago Can confirm report by @JoelSherman1 that #Braves’ Gattis is being pushed aggressively.

Has Bassitt "graduated" from prospect status yet? If so, that's why.

I'm 9-1 Rodgers and Dez went off for me this week.

QUOTE (Eminor3rd @ Nov 10, 2014 -> 10:11 AM) Pleased to see LaRoche with some early support. I think he's a great fit for us, failing that we come up with a good rotating OF DH situation. I went with Sandoval, Masterson, and LaRoche. I too think LaRoche would be a great fit because of his ability to play first and a lefty bat. A 2 year deal would make sense for him.

Shocked to see Hawkins that low to be honest. Also, Davidson not in the top 10 is wrong imo. He still has potential.

Trestman on the radio this morning stated that he still believes in the current coaching staff..... How oblivious can you be....

Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal · 28m 28 minutes ago Sources: #Dodgers aggressively trying to move Kemp, Crawford or Ethier. Puig not in play. Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal · 28m 28 minutes ago #Dodgers willing to include anything from no money to significant money depending upon return. Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal · 28m 28 minutes ago #Dodgers' Kemp obviously drawing attention, but some teams prefer a left-handed hitter such as Ethier or Crawford. Discuss.

OF Chris Young resigns with the Yankees pending a physical. I know there were some people who were interested in him on the board.

QUOTE (flavum @ Nov 8, 2014 -> 03:52 PM) Anderson 3-4, 2B .313 He seems to K every game. But as long as he continues to hit the ball hard and get on base, I can live with it for now. Also, Snodgress has been pretty bad all fall. Gave up another ER today in 1 inning with 2 walks. I don't think there's a chance he sees the show as a LOOGY.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Nov 8, 2014 -> 11:08 AM) Yes. Stuff starts happening at this point as all of the teams are together in one place at the same time. QUOTE (Baron @ Nov 8, 2014 -> 02:31 PM) Yep a bunch of teams are meeting the top free agents. Maybe some resigns will take place and trades. Thanks guys. Thought I'd never say this but, I can't wait for Monday to get here!

Illinois guard Kendrick Nunn just followed me on twitter lol.