Brian Anderson asks for Trade

3:47 PM: Joe Cowley says Anderson "isn't going anywhere." The club had no success in trying to trade him (recently.)

1:24 PM: Brian Anderson of the White Sox has asked for a trade; according to Scott Merkin. The outfielder explained to GM Kenny Williams why he believes he'd do better with another organization.

"I need to play every day and be an everyday big-leaguer," Anderson said. "I have more to offer. If it's not with the White Sox, then maybe it really is time for a change."

Blue Jays DFA David Dellucci

The Jays designated outfielder David Dellucci for assignment to make room for Joe Inglett; according to Jordan Bastian. 1 for 25, OUCH!

Bruce Miles Q&A

Stark of Deadline

Jayson Stark article

• The Phillies are as motivated as ever to acquire Roy Halladay. Their goal is to win the World Series, not make the playoffs.
• The Phils don't want to trade Kyle Drabek or J.A. Happ, but one GM believes they should include Drabek if one of the two has to go.
• The Phillies may have to decide which outfielder to include in a deal: Michael Taylor or Dominic Brown. One scout says there's "nothing not to like" about Taylor.
• Acquiring Cliff Lee would take a "four-for-one, Halladay-esque Package."
• The Dodgers, Angels, Phillies, Rays and Brewers are scouting Lee.
• Both the Blue Jays and Indians want top young arms for their aces, but the Indians aren't demanding big-league ready prospects, as long as they get a high-upside group.
• Expect Lee to be traded close to the deadline, if he's moved at all, because the Halladay saga will need resolution first.
• The Orioles have two prices for George Sherrill. Teams willing to take on his salary have to give up a premium prospect and another prospect, but if the O's have to pay Sherrill, they want a premium prospect and two other players.
• Danys Baez's value has plummeted recently.
• The Braves, unsure of how much Tim Hudson can contribute, are leaning heavily towards keeping Javier Vazquez.
• Adding a reliever is now the Dodgers' top priority.
• The Phillies have some interest in Ryan Spilborghs, Scott Hairston and Ryan Raburn.
• The Reds would like to deal some of their expensive pitchers.
• July 31st is also the deadline for Japanese teams to acquire foreign players for the rest of their season, so if Scott Boras is going to send Stephen Strasburg overseas, this will have to be the week.
• The Cubs are looking at left-handed relievers, including Sherrill, John Grabow and Joe Beimel.
  

****(Disclaimer: all from mlbtraderumors)

Rockies Get Bullpen Help Today?

2:32 PM: Ed Price reports; that Rockies acquired Rafael Betancourt from the Indians. Rockies traded Single A pitcher Connor Graham to the Indians for Betancourt.

1:00 PM: An MLB.com report states that the Rockies will trade for right-handed bullpen help today.

This comes as Colorado Rockies right-handed reliever Manny Corpas says he will have surgery on Friday to remove bone chips from his throwing elbow, according to media reports.

We'll have more information as it comes available!

Rays want Victor Martinez

The Rays are now pursuing Victor Martinez, writes Jon Heyman. This comes hours after the Rays and Indians discussed a Cliff Lee trade to the Rays. Names of prospects is thought not to be mentioned yet.

Cliff Lee Available?

1:07 PM: Ken Rosenthal now hears that the Rays may involve a third team in the deal to provide the Indians with more pitching.

8:28 AM:Jayson Stark reports that the Indians could deal Cliff Lee, but they don't want to0, unless their wowed. In other words, he's semi-available. We heard earlier that Rays and Indians talked about a deal that would send Cliff Lee to the Rays.

Jon Heymen also reported earlier the Indians would rather part Victor Martinez than Lee.

Twins and the Tigers

Jon Paul Morosi reports that the Tigers don't seem likely to acquire Matt Holliday, as the Twins continue their search for infielders.

• The Twins discussed Orlando Cabrera with that A's.
• The Tigers didn't want to discuss lefty Casey Crosby.
• The A's gave the Tigers a list of prospects they wanted for Holliday, but talks didn't develop.
• The Twins could also pursue Jack Wilson, Freddy Sanchez or Marco Scutaro.
• Mark Teahen could also be an option for the Twins, but would the Royals trade within the division.

Rays Inquired on Lee

According to Jon Paul Morosi; The rays and Indians discuss a deal that would send Cliff Lee to the Rays for prospects. But no deal was imminent. The Indians would want tons of pitching in return.

The Rays are also interested in Rafael Betancourt, Jason Frasor and Michael Wuertz.

B & G's 7/22/09...Arizona Diamondback Vs Colorado Rockies

Arizona Diamondbacks (40-54) vs Colorado Rockies (51-43)
At Coors Field in Denver, Colorado
Wednesday July 22Nd, 2009

Final Score: Colorado 4, Arizona 3
W- Juan Rincon (3-1)
L- Scott Schoenweis (1-2)
S- Huston Street (21)

Rockies Baseball:

**Todd Helton- Todd went 3-4 and hit his 500Th career Double, but he drove in the key run in the 8Th inning, with his 11Th Home Run of the season to give the Rockies the win. With 2 more RBIs, Todd has 60 RBIs and is now hitting .324.

Rockies Goofball:

**Brad Hawpe- Brad struck out 2 times and he finished up 0-4. Brad is hitting .318.

Diamondbacks Baseball:

**Miguel Montero- Miguel was the offense for the D-Backs, he went 1-4 and hit his 9Th Home Run of the season, a 3 run shot, giving him 27 RBIs. Miguel is hitting .289

Diamondbacks Goofball:

**Scott Schoenweis- Scott gave up the Home Run to Helton and lost the game. Scott has a 6.48 ERA.

B & G's 7/22/09...Florida Marlins Vs San Diego Padres

Florida Marlins (48-47) Vs San Diego Padres (37-57)
At Petco Park in San Diego, California
Wednesday July 22Nd, 2009

Final Score: Florida 5, San Diego 0
W- Ricky Nolasco (7-7)
L- Josh Geer (1-6)

Marlins Baseball:

**Ricky Nolasco- 6 2/3 innings of shutout ball, he walked 3 and struck out 10. Ricky kept the Padres in bay and he now has a 5.42 ERA.

Marlins Goofball:

**None- The Marlins played a solid game today and they were in control the entire time. No errors, no bad at bats. Just a solid game.

Padres Baseball:

**Josh Geer- A quality start for the Padres, just threw 1 mistake pitch. He finished up 6 innings, giving up 2 runs (2 earned), he walked 1 and struck out 4. Josh now has a 5.84 ERA.

Padres Goofball:

**Kevin Kouzmanoff- 4 strikeouts today. Very tough.

B & G's 7/22/09...Chicago Cubs Vs Philadelphia Phillies

Chicago Cubs (47-45) Vs Philadelphia Phillies (57-38)
At Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Wednesday July 22Nd, 2009

Final Score: Chicago 10, Philadelphia 5
W- Carlos Zambrano (7-4)
L- Jamie Moyer (9-7)
S- Kevin Gregg (19)

Cubs Baseball:

**Aramis Ramirez- The veteran 3rd baseman came in and played a key role in the win. He finished up 2-4 with 2 walks, a double, and 2 RBIs. Ramirez is now hitting .304 with 20 RBIs.

Cubs Goofball:

**Cubs Defense- 2 key errors by the Cubs allowed the Phillies to stay in the game. Aramis Ramirez (3rd error) and Ryan Theriot (11Th error) both played a role in the errors.

Phillies Baseball:

**Shane Victorino- Shane went 2-4 with a walk, he scored a run and drove in a run, his 43rd RBI of the season. Shane now is hitting .307.

Phillies Goofball:

**Chad Durbin- Gave up 3 runs (3 earned) in 0 innings, he couldn't get anyone out. Chad also walked 3 men, which is a major problem for any reliever. Durbin has a 4.62 ERA.