B & G's 7/23/09

Baseballs:

**Mark Buerhle, Chicago White Sox- There is nothing else that he could do more perfect than what he did today. 27 up, 27 down, and yes he does owe Dwayne Wise a steak dinner for making a fantastic catch in the 9Th inning. Wow, he didn't walk anyone in 9 innings, and struck out 6. Mark made history and now has a 3. Mark has a 3.28 ERA.

**Jarrod Washburn, Seattle Mariners- Jarrod did the same thing that Felix Hernandez did the night before, shut down the Tigers offense. Jarrod threw 7 shutout innings, he walked 2 and struck out 3. Washburn now has an incredible 2.71 ERA and won his 8Th game.

**Shin-Soo Choo, Cleveland Indians- Choo hit a key triple, his 3rd of the season and drove in 2 runs to give the Indians a lead for good. Choo is now hitting .286 and 56 RBIs.

**Barry Zito, San Francisco Giants- 7 strong innings for the Giants tonight, he gave his team a much needed quality start, only giving up 1 run (1 earned), he did walk 5 and struck out 6. But the key is Barry gave his team the chance to win. He now has a 4.68 ERA.

**Jayson Werth, Philadelphia Phillies- Jayson had a great night at the plate, he finished up 3-5 with 2 doubles and he drove in a run, his 62Nd RBI. Jayson now is hitting .271.

**Skip Shumaker, St. Louis Cardinals- In a rain shortened game, Skip finished off 2-1 with a walk and 2 doubles. He drove in his 24Th run of the season and now is hitting .307.

**C.C. Sabathia, New York Yankees- C.C. overpowered the team he grew up rooting for and this is big news since in his career, he is awful against the Athletics. 7 solid innings, giving up 3 runs (3 earned), he didn't walk anyone and struck out 4. Sabathia only threw 109 pitches and he probably could have went another inning. He has a 3.67 ERA.

**Mark Reynolds- Mark finished the night 3-4 With a walk, Mark is hitting .276 on the season.

**Chone Figgins, Los Angeles Angels- Chone went 3-6 tonight, he drove in his 34Th run of the season, Chone is hitting .313 on the season.

Goofballs:

**Tamp Bay Rays Offense- Let's face it, Mark deserves every bit of credit for his perfect game, but the Rays deserve every bit of a goofball too. They struck out 6 times, hit the ball hard a few times, but the bottom line was nothing dropped for them.

**Detroit Tigers Offense- The Tigers only squandered 3 hits today, they scored 1 run, but never had much of a threat.

**Jays Defense- 2 errors, 1 by Jose Bautista (2Nd) and Shawn Camp (1st) allowed 3 unearned runs to score.

**Braves Defense- Ryan Church committed an error (2Nd) and reliever Peter Moylan (3rd) each committed errors that allowed the Braves relievers to give up 4 unearned runs in the 8Th inning. When defense costs your club the game, you won't have a chance to win.

**Kevin Correia- Kevin was bad in the 4Th inning, only lasted 3 1/3 innings, he gave up 8 runs (8 earned), walked 3 and struck out 2. Kevin now has a 4.84 ERA.

**Washington Nationals Offense- They had their chances tonight, 1 run on 8 hits. Of course we can also blame Mother Nature for causing the rain delay, but nah, we'll also give a goofball to the Nats.

**Vin Mazzaro, Oakland Athletics- He did have to wait out a 2 hour and 45 minute rain delay, but so did C.C. He lasted 4 1/3 innings, giving up 6 runs (6 earned), he walked 4 and struck out 6. Vin now has a 4.75 ERA and has lost his 7Th straight decision.

**Evan Meek & John Grabow, Pittsburgh Pirates- They both gave up 5 runs (2 by Meek) and (3 by Grabow). Meek struck out 1 and he now has a 2.85 ERA. Grabow has a 3.65 ERA.

**Joe Nathan, Minnesota Twins- Joe blew his 3rd save of the season, giving up 2 runs (2 earned) and he now has a 1.64 ERA.

Countdown to the Deadline: 11 Days

O's Could Make Moves
The Orioles made a trade yesterday that send pitcher Cla Meredith to the Padres for Oscar Salazar. Baltimore may look to trade guys like Aubrey Huff, George Sherrill, and Danys Baez before the Trade Deadline. Manager Dave Trembley has said that he won't be surprised if the team dramatically changes.

Giambi to DL
Jason Giambi has been placed on the DL with a strained right quad. The A's will be using lots of Nomar Garciaparra at first base. Daric Barton was called up from AAA to take Giambi's spot on the roster.

Pedro Update
RHP Pedro Martinez is on the road to returning to the big leagues. He will toss a simulated game on Tuesday.

Roberts recalled
The D'backs have recalled infielder Ryan Roberts from AAA, to take Felipe Lopez's, who was traded, place on the active roster.

Myers could return in August
Phillies RHP Brett Myers could return in August. He will throw a bullpen session on Saturday. If he returns he will pitch in relief.

Other Deadline Notes

• The Red Sox don't seem to be in on the Roy Halladay talks.
• The Cleveland Indians are shopping Cliff Lee and Victor Matrinez.
• The Tigers had a scout at Halladay's start yesterday.
• The Royals have traded Yuniesky Betancourt to fill their SS need.
• The Mets turned down a package of Fernando Martinez, Jon Nies, Ruben Tejada, and Bobby Parnell for Halladay.
• The Phillies sent a scout to check out D-backs closer Chad Qualls this weekend.

That's it for now, we'll keep you posted.

Halladay Rumors

The Brewers have talked to the Blue Jays about Halladay, When GM Doug Melvin talked to Tom Haudricourt of the Journal Sentinel who confirmed that he did have a conversation with Toronto, but wouldn't go into details. It was previously noted that the Brewers wouldn't trade their highly regarded prospects in Mat Gamel and Alcides Escobar, which was made very clear by Doug Melvin.

The Angels have pursued Halladay, but don't feel confident that they can satisfy the Jays in a trade; according to Bill Shaikin of the LA Times. The Angels would part with Brandon Wood, but are very "hesitant" to include young pitching.

Updated at 1:30 with More info
Jon Heyman reports that the Phillies are still the favorite to land Hallday, the Rangers don't have the money and the Angels want to keep their prospects.

Who gets Halladay? Does anybody?

Countdown to the Deadline: 14 Days

Roy Halladay
Here's what Roy has to say about the trade rumors.
The Blue Jays are not trying to force a Halladay deal Brian Eller.

Guys on the block?
Here is a list for you of guys that could be traded before July 31:

• Victor Martinez, C, Indians
• Yorvit Torrealba, C, Rockies
• Miguel Tejada, SS/3B, Astros
• Garrett Atkins, 3B, Rockies
• Adam LaRoche, 1B, Pirates
• Jorge Cantu, 1B, Marlins
• Nick Johnson, 1B, Nationals
• Joe Crede, 3B, Twins
• Hank Blalock, 3B, Rangers
• Mark Teahen, 1B, Royals
• Melvin Mora, 1B/3B, Orioles
• Chad Tracy, 3B, D-backs
• Josh Fields, 3B, White Sox
• Ty Wigginton, 1B/3B, Orioles
• Kevin Millar, 1B, Blue Jays
• Mike Jacobs, DH, Royals
• Adam Kennedy, 2B, A's
• Kevin Kouzmanoff, 1B/3B, Padres
• Blake DeWitt, 3B, LAD
• Jose Bautists, LF/3B, Blue Jays
• Jeff Larish, DH, Tigers
• Robinson Cano, 2B, Yankees
• Dan Uggla, 2B, Marlins
• Felipe Lopez, 2B, D-backs
• J.J. Hardy, SS, Brewers
• Orlando Cabrera, SS, A's
• Julio Lugo, INF, Red Sox
• Freddy Sanchez, 2B, Pirates
• Jack Wilson, SS Pirates
• Kelly Johnson, 2B, Braves
• Aaron Miles, 2B, Cubs
• Jamey Carroll, 2B, Indians
• Jason Donald, SS, AAA for Phillies
• John McDonald, SS, Blue Jays
• Matt Holliday, OF, A's
• Adam Dunn, OF, Nationals
• Brad Hawpe, OF, Rockies
• Jermaine Dye, OF, White Sox
• Milton Bradley, OF, Cubs
• Carl Crawford, OF, Rays
• Juan Pierre, OF, LAD
• Magglio Ordonez, OF, Tigers
• Ryan Ludwick, OF, Cardinals
• Randy Winn, OF, Giants
• Corey Hart, OF, Brewers
• Delmon Young, OF, Twins
• Melky Cabrera, OF, Yankees
• Aubrey Huff, OF, Orioles
• Ryan Spilborghs, OF Rockies
• Jose Gulillen, OF Royals
• Luke Scott, OF, Orioles
• Garrett Anderson, OF, Braves
• Brett Gardner, OF, Yankees
• Andruw Jones, OF, Rangers
• Cody Ross, OF, Marlins
• Jeremy Hermida, OF, Marlins
• Rick Ankiel, OF, Cardinals
• Chris Duncan, OF, Cardinals
• Elijah Dukes, OF, Nationals
• Austin Kearns, OF, Nationals
• Josh Willingham, OF, Nationals
• David DeJesus, OF, Royals
• Fernando Martinez, OF, Mets
• Gary Matthews Jr., OF, Angels
• Fernando Tatis, OF, Mets
• Gabe Gross, OF, Rays
• Gabe Kapler, OF, Rays
• Scott Podsednik, OF, White Sox
• Ty Wigginton, OF, Orioles
• Roy Halladay, SP, Blue Jays
• Cliff Lee, SP, Indians
• Erik Bedard, SP, Mariners
• Jake Peavy, SP, Padres
• Brad Penny, SP, Red Sox
• Javier Vazquez, SP, Braves
• Rich Harden, SP, Cubs
• Phil Hughes, SP, Yankees
• Doug Davis, SP, D-Backs
• Bronson Arroyo, SP, Reds
• Jason Marquis, SP, Rockies
• Vicente Padilla, SP, Rangers
• Jonathan Sanchez, SP, Giants
• Carl Pavano, SP, Indians
• Andy Sonnanstine, SP, Rays
• Jarrod Washburn, SP, Mariners
• Jose Contreras, SP, White Sox
• Jon Garland, SP, D-backs
• Nate Robertson, SP, Tigers
• Tim Redding, SP, Mets
• Kyle Davies, SP, Royals
• James McDonald, SP, Dodgers
• Jose Valverde, RP, Astros
• Huston Street, RP, Rockies
• Mike Gonzalez, RP, Braves
• Francisco Cordero, RP, Reds
• Takashi Saito, RP, Red Sox
• Rafael Soriano, RP, Braves
• Eddie Guardado, RP, Rangers
• LaTroy Hawkins, RP, Astros
• John Grabow, RP, Pirates
• Phil Hughes, RP, Yankees
• Octavio Dotel, RP, White Sox
• Clay Rapada, RP, Tigers
• Scott Elbert, RP, Dodgers
• Danys Baez, RP, Orioles
• George Sherrill, RP, Orioles
• David Weathers, RP, Reds
• Ron Mahay, RP, Royals
• Brian Stokes, RP, Mets
• Ron Villone, RP, Nationals
• Alfredo Aceves, RP, Yankees
• Sean Green, RP, Mets

We'll keep you posted on who goes where!

Reds Option Roenicke

The Reds have recalled Drew Sutton from AAA Louisville. The Reds are looking to add depth to their bench, so they are going back to a 12 man pitching staff by sending Josh Roenicke to AAA. Roenickle had a 2.96 ERA in 10 games with the Reds this year. Sutton came to the Reds in April to complete the trade that sent Jeff Keppinger to the Astros.

Pirates Talking Extensions?

The Pirates have reportedly approached both members of their middle infielder, Jack Wilson and Freddy Sanchez, about multiyear contract extensions in hoping to avoid trading them. Neal Huntigton has said that the easiest thing to do would be to keep Sanchez and Wilson in Pittsburgh.

Matt Herges

Herges, who was a key piece to the Rockies bullpen in 2007, will return to the Mile High City on a minor league deal. He will report to AAA. He had a 3.55 ERA in 21 games with the Indians this year before being DFA.

Lilly and Soriano Out

LHP Ted Lilly of the Chicago Cubs next start, which would have been tomorrow, has been moved back to Monday. Randy Wells, a rookie, will start for the Cubs tomorrow, and Kevin Hart will be called up from AAA to start Saturday. Lilly has a bum knee. Alfonso Soriano injured his finger diving into a base last night, and is day to day.

Phillies Activate Condrey

The Phils have activated RHP Clay Condre from the 15 day DL. Clay had been on the DL since June 23 with a left oblique strain. To make room on the roster RHP Tyler Walker has been DFA.

Football at Yankee Stadium

According to a report from Tom Singer on MLB.com Nortre Dame and Army will play the first college football game at the new Yankees Stadium in 2010. The Yanks will hold a media conference on Monday to announce this event.

That's it for now, we'll keep you posted on everything baseball!

Roy Halladay Rumors

Halladay Rumors:

Update Friday 12:30 pm: Jerry Crasnick hears from an AL executive that he "would be very surprised" if White Sox GM Kenny Williams doesn't make a play for Roy Halladay.

We already know that Gordon Beckham is untouchable. Possible trade chips to interest the Jays are; Aaron Poreda, Tyler Flowers, Clayton Richard, Dan Hudson, and Jeff Marquez. With good young pitching prospects wouldn't the Jays want more position players then just Tyler Flowers?

Tom Verducci hears that the Dodgers will not trade Clayton Kershaw, but do want Halladay. The Jays do like like minor league third baseman Josh Bell.

Update 7:10: The Rangers have had discussions with the Jays about Halladay, according to MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan. But sources call it a "long shot."

• A Phillie source told Todd Zolecki says that Halladay's 14.25 million dollar salary is nothing and won't be problem. But a package of both Halladay and Vernon Wells would be a deal breaker.
• The Jays told both the Yankees and Red Sox that they'd prefer to deal him outside the AL East; according to John Heyman.
• Joe Strauss says that the Cardinals will not include centerfielder Colby Rasmus in a deal. As well the Cardinals are downplaying any deal due to little pitching prospects that the Jays so desperately want.