12 Days to the Deadline: Sunday Night Halladay Updates and More

Roy Halladay

• Jon Heyman thinks the Phillies are still the top dog in the Roy Halladay sweepstakes.
• The Giants are right there with the Phils, but the Angels are not willing to trade top prospects, hurting the Halos chances.
• Top officials from the Phillies, Brewers, Rangers, and White Sox were there today when Halladay pitched a complete game allowing just one run to pick up his 11th win.
• Danny Knobler of CBS Sports says that the Brewers have enough prospects to pull off the trade for the Blue Jays' ace.
• Peter Gammons from ESPN trade deadline preview video.

Cruz Scratched

Nelson Cruz was scratched from the Rangers lineup today with a fracture in his finger. He isn't expected to go on the DL and is listed as day-to-day.

Hudson Injury Update

LA Dodger second baseman Orlando Hudson left today's game with a left wrist injury. He too is listed as day-to-day.

Replay Changes HR

Texas Rangers' right fielder Andruw Jones hit a blast down the line that was ruled a fair ball and a home run. The umpires decided to use the instant replay, and changed the ruling to a foul ball.

Hudson Injury Update II

The Braves Tim Hudson, no relation to the aforementioned Orlando Hudson, tossed two innings in a rehab for Class A, and all went well. Hudson did not allow a run. He feels "really good."

Selig Statement

Commissioner Bud Selig issued this (click for link) statement about the passing of Giants owner Sue Burns.

Umpire Leaves Game

Home plate umpire John Hirschbeck left the game in St. Louis today after being hit in the mask by a foul ball.

Cardinal Rehab Updates

David Freese, who has been out since mid-May with a ankle injury, joined 3B Troy Glaus in the Cardinals farm system on rehab to return.

Grudzielanek Signs with Twins

The Twins have signed veteran second baseman Mark Grudzielanek to a minor league deal. Grudzie hasn't played all season, and will work out in Fort Myers, FL before reporting to a minor league team. Mark is a former Royal, Cub, and Cardinal.

That's it for now, We'll keep you posted on everything MLB.