Cincinnati Reds Trade Rumors

Benson throwing again, looking for work
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February 2
Foxsports.com
 
"A number of National League teams are keeping track of Kris Benson's progress, including the Diamondbacks, Cubs, Reds and Nationals, according to one major league source. The Dodgers are also looking to add starting depth but are a more remote possibility, sources indicated. Last week, Benson's agent said he expected the free agent right-hander to join a new team within the next few weeks. Benson has made only eight appearances in the majors since 2006, in large part because of injuries. He pitched in the majors and minors for Texas last year, with minimal success. But Benson's agent, Gregg Clifton, is encouraged by the fact that he's already throwing his fastball, curveball, slider and ..."
A's sign Gabe Gross, make trade with Reds and claim infielder off waivers
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February 1
Oakland Tribune
 
"The A's made a flurry of moves Monday as they acquired infielder Adam Rosales and outfielder Willy Taveras in a trade with Cincinnati, signed free-agent outfielder Gabe Gross and claimed infielder Steve Tolleson off waivers from Minnesota. Oakland dealt infielder Aaron Miles of Antioch and a player to be named later to the Reds for Rosales, who is likely going to be the A's utility infielder, and Taveras, who was immediately designated for assignment by Oakland. Left-handed pitcher Dana Eveland was also designated for assignment Monday. Rosales spent most of the season with Cincinnati, where he batted .213 with four home runs and 19 RBI in 87 games. He appeared in 57 games at third base, ..."
Reds trade Taveras, Rosales for infielder
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February 1
Dayton Daily News
 
"The Cincinnati Reds have traded outfielder Willy Taveras to the Oakland Athletics, according to several media outlets. Taveras and infielder Adam Rosales were sent to the A's for Aaron Miles, a 33-year-old infielder who hit .185 in 74 games for the Cubs in 2009. Taveras, 28, suffered through a disappointing, injury filled season with the Reds in 2009. He hit just .240 in 102 games with one home run and 15 runs batted in. Rosales played all four infield spots for the Reds, hitting .213 in 87 games. Miles is a career .282 hitter. ESPN is reporting that the Reds will also receive cash or a player to be named later."
Reds pick up Miles from A's
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February 1
Foxsports.com
 
"The Oakland A's have agreed to trade infielder Aaron Miles and a player to be named later to the Cincinnati Reds for outfielder Willy Taveras and infielder Adam Rosales, a major league source confirmed to FOXSports.com. The A's acquired Miles (and Jake Fox) in a trade with the Cubs earlier this offseason. Monday's trade will reunite Miles with Reds general manager Walt Jocketty, his boss in St. Louis during the 2006 world championship season. Both Miles and Taveras were disappointments for their respective teams in 2009. Taveras batted .240 — with a dismal .275 on-base percentage — in 102 games for the Reds last year. Taveras eventually lost his starting job in center field; Drew Stubbs is ..."
Reds have offers on table for two
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January 30
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds continue to try to land shortstop Orlando Cabrera and outfielder Jonny Gomes. Cabrera is weighing an offer. "We're waiting to hear," Jocketty said. "We should know in the next day or two." The Reds can offer Cabrera, who drove in 77 runs while batting .284 with Minnesota and Oakland, a chance to play shortstop. That's not the case with the other club reportedly involved, the Colorado Rockies. "I'm not sure how they'd use him," Jocketty said. He, doubtless, pointed that out to Cabrera's representatives. There's no deadline on the Reds' offer to Cabrera. "I don't like to do that to guys," Jocketty said."
Three teams in running for infielder Cabrera
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January 29
MLB.com
 
"It looks like it is down to three teams -- the Reds, Rockies and Nationals -- in the running for free-agent shortstop Orlando Cabrera, a Major League source confirmed to MLB.com on Thursday night. It did not appear, however, that any of the three teams were close to reaching a deal. Cabrera is one of the few shortstops left on the free-agent market. However, he came up as a second baseman, which is where Washington has a vacancy. Colorado has Troy Tulowitzki entrenched at shortstop already and Cabrera could push Clint Barmes at second base. Both the Rockies and Nationals are also believed to be pursuing second baseman Orlando Hudson, which could affect where Cabrera lands. Colorado is ..."
Rockies battle Reds for Orlando Cabrera
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January 29
Denver Post
 
"The Rockies are in strong pursuit of Orlando Cabrera, a right-handed hitter capable of playing second base or third base. After focusing on Melvin Mora, Colorado shifted Thursday toward Cabrera, a playoff veteran with a World Series ring. The infielder is choosing between offers from the Rockies and Reds, his agents confirmed. Cabrera, 35, hit .284 last season with nine home runs and 77 RBIs in 160 games split between Oakland and Minnesota last season. He was credited for helping the Twins to the playoffs by stabilizing their shortstop position. He could be asked to spell Ian Stewart at third base and push Clint Barmes at second. Mora also fits the Rockies' profile, but he has four teams ..."
Reds still interested in adding free agents
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January 28
MLB.com
 
"With only a few weeks left before Spring Training opens, the Reds are still scouring the free agent market for potential additions. One free agent not coming to Cincinnati is left fielder Johnny Damon. A report on Wednesday said that Damon's agent, Scott Boras, was trying to engage the Reds and Tigers into talks. The Reds were talking to Boras about another player when the former Yankees and Red Sox star's name was brought up. Cincinnati has a vacancy in left field. "They talked about Damon, but it doesn't fit financially," Reds general manager Walt Jocketty said on Thursday by phone during the Reds Winter Caravan. "I don't see us pursuing it." On the other hand, free agent shortstop ..."
No Damon, maybe Cabrera?
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January 28
MLB.com
 
"Reds GM Walt Jocketty was on his way to Batesville, Indiana on a Reds caravan bus when he called me back and multiple topics were brought up. Despite a report of there being a potential fit on Wednesday, the Reds are not in on free agent left fielder Johnny Damon. The Reds were talking to the Scott Boras agency about another player recently and Damon is also epresented by Boras. "They talked about Damon but it doesn't fit financially," Jocketty said. "I don't see us pursuing it." How about the possiblity of adding free agent shortstop Orlando Cabrera? "He is more realistic," Jocketty said. "We're still talking to a number of free agents. We've really exceeded where our budget should be. ..."
Reds sign INF to minor league deal
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January 28
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds have signed INF Miguel Cairo to a minor league deal. Cairo, 35, has played every position in baseball except for pitcher and catcher. Most of his career has been at second base. "We have a relatively young bench, and Miguel's a solid veteran player with experience on championship teams," said Reds General Manager Walt Jocketty."
Cubs possible home for ex-Red Gomes
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January 24
Chicago Sun-Times
 columnist Goron Wittenmyer
"While popular speculation has focused on Jermaine Dye, the Cubs appear to be focused on free agent Jonny Gomes in their search for a fourth outfielder, according to a baseball source with knowledge of the Cubs' interest. Gomes, who hit 20 home runs in 281 at-bats for the Cincinnati Reds before being non-tendered last month, is one of at least five outfielders the Cubs are looking at. Gomes, though, comes with the advantages of relative youth (29), a willingness to sign a one-year deal to fill a backup role and a strong desire to play for the Cubs. ''Absolutely,'' Gomes said, confirming discussions. ''I'm a big fan of the game, a student of the game, and I follow a lot of history. I'm not ..."
Burton, Reds agree on 1-year deal
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January 19
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds reached their goal of getting both their arbitration-eligible players signed before the sides exchanged figures. The club and relief pitcher Jared Burton agreed to a one-year, $810,000 contract, avoiding arbitration. Burton was the last remaining arbitration-eligible player. The sides were to exchange figures Tuesday. "It worked out well," Reds general manager Walter Jocketty said. "They're happy. We're happy. It's good to get through the arbitration process. Now, we can start thinking about baseball." Burton, 28, went 1-0 with a 4.40 ERA in 53 relief appearances surrounding a stint on the disabled list in July and August with a fatigued right shoulder. After he came off the DL ..."
Dodgers exploring a deal for Aaron Harang
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December 17
Los Angeles Times
 
"The Dodgers have started exploring a possible trade with the Cincinnati Reds for pitcher Aaron Harang, according to multiple baseball sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the talks. Harang, a 31-year-old right-hander, finished fourth in NL Cy Young Award voting in 2007 and tied for the league lead in wins in 2006 with 16. But Harang has won only six games over the last two seasons, losing a total of 31 games over that span. Harang was 6-14 with a 4.21 earned-run average this year in a season that was cut short by an emergency appendectomy he underwent in August. The Reds are asking for one or two players on the Dodgers' major league roster in ..."
15 teams watch Chapman throw
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December 15
ESPN.com
 
"Fomer Cuban national team starting pitcher Aroldis Chapman threw a bullpen session on Tuesday in Houston in front of representatives from 15 major league teams. On Tuesday morning at the Baseball USA complex, the left-hander tossed two separate five-minute side sessions, throwing mostly in the 92-93 mph range and topping out at 96 mph. Chapman, 21, also threw his slider and change-up. Team representatives who attended included Houston Astros general manager Ed Wade, Los Angeles Angels scouting director Eddie Bane, Florida Marlins vice president of player development Jim Fleming, Pittsburgh Pirates international scouting director Rene Gayo, and Baltimore Orioles international scouting ..."
Reds don't offer Gomes a contract
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December 13
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds non-tendered Jonny Gomes on Saturday, making the slugging outfielder a free agent. The Reds had until midnight Saturday to offer him a contract or lose his rights. The club has been trying to negotiate a contract with Gomes but failed to get a deal done. The Reds did tender contracts to arbitration-eligible relievers Jared Burton and Nick Masset, ensuring they remain Reds property. Had the Reds tendered Gomes a contract, he would have been eligible for arbitration. Now, he becomes a free agent, though the Reds still could re-sign him. Gomes probably would have commanded at least $1.5 million in arbitration. That's spare change to the big-market clubs. But general manager Walt ..."
Reds OF Gomes free to sign elsewhere
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December 13
Dayton Daily News
 
"Outfielder Jonny Gomes became a free agent after the Cincinnati Reds did not tender him a contract. Gomes, 30, hit .267 with 20 homers and 51 RBIs this year. He started the season at Triple-A Louisville and was brought up May 22."
Jackson just the start of pitching deals
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December 8
Foxsports.com
 
"Edwin Jackson will not be the last starting pitcher traded. The Blue Jays are working three- and four-team scenarios involving Roy Halladay. The Braves are aggressively shopping Derek Lowe. The Rangers are actively discussing right-hander Kevin Millwood. Other available starting pitchers include the Reds' Aaron Harang and Bronson Arroyo, the Royals' Gil Meche, the Rangers' Brandon McCarthy and — only for the right price — the Pirates' Zach Duke and Paul Maholm. For a team such as the Angels, facing the potential loss of free-agent right-hander John Lackey, the options are plentiful. If the Jays' price for Halladay is too high, they can always turn to Lowe. The Orioles, pursuing Millwood, ..."
Reds eyeing free agents Carroll, Lowry
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December 6
MLB.com
 
"Although the Reds are working on a budget and are not expected to make a huge splash at the Winter Meetings, general manager Walt Jocketty is still optimistic something would get done. "I'd say I'm hopeful that something will happen," Jocketty said on Saturday at Redsfest. "It makes the week a lot more fun." Jocketty confirmed that his club had interest in a pair of free agents -- infielder Jamey Carroll and left-handed pitcher Noah Lowry. "We haven't discussed him at length," Jocketty said of Carroll. "He's gutty and a tough player, a gamer-type of guy that's hard-nosed." Carroll spent the past two seasons with the Indians and batted .276 with two homers and 24 RBIs. He's a lifetime .273 ..."
Closers being shopped, Cordero, Capps and Bell
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December 6
Foxsports.com
 
"Teams look for a closer will have plenty to talk about in Indianapolis this week. Three proven closers are available in trades, according to early arrivals at the winter meetings. Cincinnati is shopping Francisco Cordero, hopefully that unloading the $25 million he is due the next two years will help ease financial restraints the franchise is facing."
Reds GM Walt Jocketty talks Redsfest, player moves
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December 2
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"One of the things the Reds general manager has to do every year at Redsfest is face the fans. There are several forums that allow the fans to ask direct questions to the front office. What message will GM Walt Jocketty have for the faithful this year? "I'll talk about the success we had at the end of last year," he said. "What did we got down the stretch? 27-13? The young players made progress. If we can start next year like we finished this year, we'll be in good shape. We've got a good young nucleus. They'll continue to improve with major league experience." Redsfest is Friday (4 to 11 p.m.) and Saturday (11 a.m. to 7 p-.m.) at Duke Energy Center. Jocketty has been preparing for the ..."
Reds unsure of Gomes' role
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November 24
Foxsports.com
 
"The Reds plan to focus their efforts on "low-cost" free agents, one major league source told FOXSports.com. If that strategy remains true throughout the offseason, it's possible that the Reds will open 2010 with three inexperienced players in significant roles: shortstop Paul Janish and outfielders Drew Stubbs and Chris Heisey. One scout who watches the Reds regularly suggested they would do well to find a 2010 role for outfielder Jonny Gomes, as well. Gomes, who is arbitration-eligible, hit .267-.338-.541 with 20 home runs in only 98 games. He's regarded as a defensive liability but committed two errors in 70 appearances as an outfielder. "They've got to bring Jonny Gomes back," the scout ..."
Reds' Gomes might be up for arbitration
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November 21
Dayton Daily News
 
"The Cincinnati Reds tapped a familiar source on Friday, Nov. 20, adding seven former Dayton Dragons to their 40-man roster. One of those spots became open when outfielder Laynce Nix just said no to an outright Triple-A assignment and instead opted for free agency. Also failing to get an offer was ailing pitcher Daryl Thompson. Catcher Craig Tatum was picked up by the Orioles on waivers. What that all means is the Reds probably will offer arbitration to outfielder Jonny Gomes, the former Tampa Bay Rays castoff who became a fairly reliable power source last season. And they still could reel Nix back in."
Reds won't be busy in free agency
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November 19
MLB.com
 
"Free agency opens for business at 12:01 a.m. ET on Friday, and that means it will be buying season for all 30 clubs. Don't expect the Reds to be busy free-agent shoppers, however. "I don't see us being very active with free agents," general manager Walt Jocketty said at season's end. "It's not a very strong free-agent market from what we see." Sure, there are unsettled situations for the club in left field and at shortstop, but economics will be the overriding factor in how the Reds maneuver to fill those needs. Jocketty said on Monday that the Reds won't set a budget until sometime in December and therefore won't know if the club will have to trim the payroll from its $73 million level ..."
Reds re-sign catcher Hernandez
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November 16
Foxsports.com
 
"The Reds have re-signed catcher Ramon Hernandez to a one-year contract, according to a major-league source. The deal also includes a vesting option for 2011 that will become guaranteed if Hernandez appears in 120 games next season. The Reds had declined an $8.5 million option on Hernandez and bought out his contract for $1 million. Hernandez, 33, hit .258 with five home runs and 37 RBI in 287 at-bats last season, his first with the Reds. He missed nearly two months after undergoing surgery on his left knee on July 20, appearing in only 81 games."
Reds may have to trade Phillips or Arroyo
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November 15
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"I tried to get a hold of Bob Castellini last week. But he was out of the country. You know how exorbitant the international cell phone rates are. We're kidding there, but money is tight in Redsland these days. How tight? Only Castellini can answer that. He's the CEO. The final budget is his call. The fact that the Reds pushed a long-time employee like Wilma Mann, the team's Director of Scouting Administration since 1997, to retire and aren't replacing others who leave tells you the club is counting pennies in a business in which it takes millions of dollars to win. It's telling that when asked last week if he needed to cut player payroll to balance the budget, general manager Walt Jocketty ..."
Catch me if you can: Market full of backstops
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November 9
MLB.com
 
"The free-agent market for catchers in 2009-10 is chock full of high-profile experience, durability and veteran savvy behind the plate. Even though the catching crop's best offensive player, Victor Martinez, was taken off the table when the Red Sox, as expected, picked up his $7.7 million option, recent World Series-tested backstops such as Bengie Molina (2002), Ivan Rodriguez (2003, '06), Jason Varitek (2004, '07), Yorvit Torrealba (2007) and Rod Barajas (2001) are, or are expected to be, available. Molina, who won a World Series ring with the Angels in '02, continues a career as a highly respected defensive catcher and proceeds to develop as a run-producing hitter, spending a good portion ..."
Big moves might be on the horizon
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November 8
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Aside from a little tidying up of the roster, last week was a pretty quiet one for the Reds. Sending Darnell McDonald, Danny Richar, Corky Miller and Kevin Barker outright to Triple-A Louisville isn't going to make the ESPN crawl. Neither is signing Justin Lehr to a one-year deal. What's significant is what the Reds tried to do. They talked to Milwaukee about acquiring shortstop J.J. Hardy, and to Ramon Hernandez's agent about bringing back the catcher at a reduced rate. Hardy wound up with Minnesota, but Hernandez's return still could happen. Now we know Reds general manager Walt Jocketty shares fans' concerns about shortstop and catcher. There's a good chance he'll try to address both ..."
Reds won't pick up Hernandez's option
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November 7
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds want catcher Ramon Hernandez to return for 2010, but not for the $8.5 million figure his club option calls for, according to mlb.com. "We're not going to pick up the option," Reds general manager Walt Jocketty told mlb.com's Mark Sheldon on Friday. "We have been talking with his agent and trying to negotiate a new deal. We're hoping he comes back." The buyout for the Hernandez option is $1 million. Acquired last winter from the Orioles in a trade for utility player Ryan Freel and two prospects, Hernandez batted .258 with five home runs and 37 RBIs in 81 games. Only July 21, Hernandez had arthroscopic surgery to clean out his left knee and he missed 57 games. He also made 21 starts ..."
Lehr returning to rotation Friday
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September 10
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Justin Lehr threw his bullpen session with no problem Wednesday. "I threw about 40 pitches," he said. "Everything was OK. I'm fine." Lehr, a 32-year-old right-hander, tweaked a groin muscle in his last start nine days ago. He felt something on the second pitch of the game but managed to get through six innings. The Reds skipped his next start as a precaution. He'll return to the rotation Friday, starting the first game of the three-game series against the Cubs in Chicago. Johnny Cueto will pitch Saturday, and Homer Bailey will pitch Sunday. "That gives Cueto an extra day of rest," Reds manager Dusty Baker said. The Reds are being careful with Cueto - extra rest, lower pitch counts - since ..."
Lehr to miss start with injured groin
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September 7
Dayton Daily News
 
"Justin Lehr, trying to make an impression for next season, won't be making one in Colorado. It is difficult to make an impression in Cincinnati when the Cincinnati Reds are in Denver, but that's where Lehr will be. He was scheduled to face the Rockies today, Sept. 7, but a tender right groin is forcing him to miss at least one start. His place today will be taken by Homer Bailey, who will be pitching on his normal four days of rest. "You have to be careful with that groin," said manager Dusty Baker. "Don Newcombe told me years ago that pitching with a sore groin is what ruined his career. Lehr's groin is not pulled, and we don't want it to pull." Lehr agrees with the move, even though he ..."
Phillips won't go back to shortstop
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August 22
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Brandon Phillips came come up as a shortstop, and he is willing to move back there. But if it's Reds manager Dusty Baker's call, it's not happening. "No," Baker said before Friday night's 5-2 loss to the Pirates in Pittsburgh. "Not that he's the caliber of Joe Morgan," Baker said, "but that'd be like moving an All-Star second baseman to shortstop. You try to develop a shortstop and leave that strong position alone." Baker thinks the added workload of making the switch would hurt Phillips offensively. "That shortstop is a lot of work," Baker said. "You probably work as hard at shortstop ... probably only the catcher is involved in more plays - cutoffs and relays. That's why I admire the ..."
Sox acquire Alex Gonzalez
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August 14
Boston Globe
 
"The Red Sox have completed a trade with the Cincinnati Reds, bringing shortstop Alex Gonzalez back to Boston. Gonzalez is not expected to join the team until tomorrow in Texas. The most likely move would involve the Sox releasing infielder Chris Woodward to make room for Gonzalez on the roster. Gonzalez, as Red Sox fans will recall, is an excellent defensive player who should shore up the team's defense on the left side of the infield. His contract calls for a $6 million club option next season, meaning the Sox will have the right to retain to his services."
Those insatiable Yankees
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August 13
ESPN.com
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"Even after adding Chad Gaudin, Russ Ortiz and Jason Hirsh, the Yankees were still poking around, looking for starting pitching depth on the waiver-wire circuit this week. But they appear to have no interest in the two high-priced Reds pitchers who cleared: Aaron Harang and Bronson Arroyo. And we're hearing they're not one of the clubs with Smoltz on their shopping list. Then again, after mugging him for eight runs in 3 1/3 innings last week, why would they be?"
Report: Arroyo, Harang clear waivers
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August 11
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Reds general manager Walt Jocketty is not one to fuel trade rumors, and he would not discuss the latest here Monday. A report by FoxSports.com that said Reds right-handed starters Bronson Arroyo and Aaron Harang have cleared trade waivers. The report, by Jon Paul Morosi, cited "major-league sources." Jocketty was asked about the report before Monday's Reds-Cardinals game, as the GM watched batting practice here at Busch Stadium. "That's confidential information. We won't discuss it," Jocketty said. Harang is under contract next season for $12.5 million, Arroyo for $11 million. The Reds hold options on both for 2011. The Reds may need to pay a portion of the money in order to move either ..."
Rolen returns home to Cincinnati to be examined
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August 9
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Third baseman Scott Rolen was scratched from the Reds' lineup Saturday with concussion-like symptoms just before the game. He'll be re-evaluated today in Cincinnati by concussion specialist Dr. John Brannan. "It's the same thing he's been going through," Reds manager Dusty Baker said. "He didn't feel too good after the game last night. He took batting practice but he's not feeling like himself. It's not surprising. Your brain gets a little rattled when you get hit like that." Rolen was hit flush on the helmet by a 92 mph fastball from Colorado's Jason Marquis a week ago. Baker said there's a possibility that Rolen will rejoin the team in St. Louis, where the Reds open a three-game series ..."
Phillips willing to move to short
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August 6
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Brandon Phillips is willing to make the switch from second base to shortstop for 2010. But he doesn't want to get too far ahead of things. "That's next year," he said. "Are you all giving up us on already?" Given the Reds 45-61 record entering Wednesday and their place in the standings (tied for last in the National League Central), a lot of people have given up on the year and begun to look for ways to improve the team for 2010. Phillips came up through the minors as a shortstop. He switched to second base and developed into a Gold Glove winner. "I'll do whatever the Reds want me to do," he said. "I'll play outfield, shortstop." The reason it's being discussed is the fact that shortstop ..."
Dusty Baker is safe
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August 6
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Reds CEO Bob Castellini said Wednesday that manager Dusty Baker's job is safe. "Absolutely," Castellini said. He said Baker will be back for 2010 - the final year of his contract - as well. "Absolutely," Castellini said. The Reds had lost eight straight and 14 of 15 games going into Wednesday's tilt with the Chicago Cubs. They were tied for last place in the National League Central with Pittsburgh. "The team has not quit," Castellini said. "They are still playing hard." Baker is owed $4 million on his contract. The Reds finished 74-88 last year under Baker. The team was retooled late last year by Walt Jocketty, the general manager Castellini brought in. Outfielders Ken Griffey Jr. and ..."
Jocketty juggles needs, money
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August 5
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds have a lot of positions to fill for 2010. So when Todd Frazier, the organization's No. 2-rated prospect according to Baseball America, began playing second base about a week ago, it was easy to view the move as a prelude to switching Brandon Phillips from second to shortstop. Reds general manager Walt Jocketty said that was not the reason behind the move, but he didn't dismiss the idea of Phillips being shifted to short. "The reason we moved Frazier – we probably should have done it earlier – was with (Juan) Francisco at third and (Zack) Cozart at shortstop, we wanted to see if (Frazier) could play second," he said. "We know he can play the outfield, third and short. "It wasn't ..."
Volquez could miss 12 months
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August 4
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Edinson Volquez's surgery was about as serious as "Tommy John" surgery gets. There's a chance Volquez, a 26-year-old right-hander, won't return to form until 2011. The ulnar collateral ligament was almost completely torn. He also had a tear in the flexor mass. "It's going to be approximately 12 months because he had to have the ligament reconstructed and flexor mass repaired," Reds trainer Mark Mann said. "He will come back and pitch in the second half of next year. "It will most likely be 2011 before you see the old Edinson Volquez is back." Volquez went on the disabled list June 2. The reason the surgery wasn't performed until Monday is the previous MRIs were inconclusive. "Both MRIs - ..."
Reds get Rolen from Jays
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July 31
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"The Reds have sent Jerry Hairston Jr. to the New York Yankees, and traded Edwin Encarnacion and two others for Toronto's Scott Rolen. The Reds are sending third baseman Encarnacion and pitchers Josh Roenicke and Zach Stewart to Toronto. In exchange for Hairston, the Reds got catcher Chase Weems. Rolen, who is 34 years-old, has spent the past two seasons in Toronto. This year he is hitting .320 with eight home runs and 43 RBI in 88 games."
Yankees acquire Reds' Jerry Hairston Jr. for minor-league C Chase Weems
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July 31
New York Daily News
 
"The Yankees made a minor move at the trade deadline acquiring utility man Jerry Hairston Jr. from the Cincinnati Reds for minor-league catcher Chase Weems. Hairston Jr. has been in the majors for a decade, making his debut back in September 1998 with the Orioles. He played second base in Baltimore through 2003, eventually moving to the outfield in 2004 after Brian Roberts established himself as the everyday second baseman. Hairston hit .261 with 26 homers, 160 RBI and 94 stolen bases in six seasons with the Orioles before being traded to the Cubs in February 2005 for Sammy Sosa. He has bounced around since then, playing parts of two seasons in Chicago before being traded to Texas, where he ..."
Reds, Rolen talks 'going nowhere'
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July 30
Foxsports.com
 
"The Reds' talks with the Blue Jays about third baseman Scott Rolen have failed to progress. Asked to characterize the negotiations, one source said, "Going nowhere. Stuck. Impasse." The impasse could break if the Jays trade Roy Halladay. At that point, they would concede the 2010 season and likely move Rolen and other veterans."
Washington says club ready to buy
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July 30
MLB.com
 
"Rangers manager Ron Washington said he thinks his club will do something before Friday's Trade Deadline. It won't be Roy Halladay, but the Rangers are still hoping to make a move either for starting pitching or offensive help. "We'll make a deal," Washington said. "I don't know who we'll make a deal with, but we'll probably do something. But if we don't, we're not going to use that as an excuse for not playing well. We're still looking at everything to see what's out there." Washington's preference is to add starting pitching. "That's what every manager sitting at the Trade Deadline is hoping to get unless he has five quality ones," Washington said. "You can always use depth in your ..."
Reds get Balentien from Mariners
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July 29
Foxsports.com
 
"The Reds have acquired outfielder Wladimir Balentien from the Mariners for right-hander Robert Manuel in a minor deal. Balentien was on Seattle's big-league roster until Saturday, when his contract was designated for assignment in order to make room for rookie outfielder Michael Saunders."
Reds not giving up on Rolen
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July 28
Foxsports.com
 
"The Reds haven't ruled out acquiring Toronto third baseman Scott Rolen, one major league source indicated Monday night. But like a lot of things in baseball, those talks hinge on one man whom the Cincinnati Reds aren't pursuing in the least. You know, Roy Halladay. "Toronto," the source said, when asked about the Rolen talks, "is still busy with Halladay.""
Red Sox up against a deadline
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July 28
Boston Herald
 
"The Red Sox are spending the final days leading up to Friday's trading deadline tracking many trade possibilities - big and small. San Diego Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, Cleveland Indians catcher/first baseman Victor Martinez, Indians left-hander Cliff Lee and Toronto Blue Jays ace Roy Halladay remain at the top of the list of players to watch. The Sox have negotiated with each of those teams enough by now to know what it would take to get a deal done, but the price tags remain too high. Shoring up the starting rotation is still a goal, but with the team unwilling to part with an important prospect for someone like lefty Jarrod Washburn (Seattle Mariners) or ex-Sox righty Bronson ..."
Firmly Sellers, Reds 'Close' to a Deal
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July 27
AOL.com
 
"The Reds are "sellers" and top club officials spoke on a special conference call Monday morning, an indication to a major league source that the team is "close to doing something," most likely involving one of its big-money pitchers: Bronson Arroyo, Aaron Harang or Francisco Cordero. The Dodgers, looking for a veteran starter, are among the teams that have expressed some interest in Arroyo and Harang, but only as a fallback if they don't get Cliff Lee, the source said. Arroyo has postseason experience and he's pitching well now. He has a 2.08 earned run average over his past three starts. For the season, he's 10-9 with a 5.21 ERA. The Reds aren't likely to be able to move any of those ..."
Jays Buzz
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July 27
Toronto Sun
 
"TRADE WINDS The Minnesota Twins have inquired about SS Marco Scutaro, but have been told that he will not be available until after a Roy Halladay trade happens. The Cincinnati Reds, meanwhile, doubt they can make their deal for 3B Scott Rolen. The two teams talked three weeks ago when the Reds wanted the Jays to pay half of Rolen's 2010 salary, but since then they have had a disastrous West Coast trip. MINI-PUTT ATTACK Much has been made about the lack of production from OFs Alex Rios and Vernon Wells. With 67 RBIs entering play yesterday, Rios, who has averaged 78 RBIs per season, is on pace to drive in 84. With 39 RBIs, Wells (96 per season), is on a pace for 64. 1B Lyle Overbay (76 a ..."
Arthur Rhodes to the Dodgers for Juan Pierre?
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July 26
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"You hear all sorts of rumors as the trade deadline approaches. Here's one I heard today: Arthur Rhodes to the Dodgers for Juan Pierre. I don't see it happening. Pierre makes $10 million next year and $8.5 million in 2011. His career on-base is .348. He's a slight upgrade over Willy Taveras. But I'd think the Reds would be looking for outfielders with more pop than Pierre."