30 Copyright 2009, CBSSports.com http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/view/8691437 en-us The MLB Rumors blog posts relevant, legitimate baseball rumors -- hot stove reports, trades and signings. Rumors typically come from established journalists, and include a link to the source material. All 30 teams are covered. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:34:32 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18427495?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18427495?source=rss_blogs_MLB The trade rumors involving Milton Bradley continue with the latest report from Phil Rogers of the Chicago Tribune : ... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:55:05 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18427495?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18426363?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18426363?source=rss_blogs_MLB The Denver Post reports the Rockies are initiating discussions on a multiyear contract with Clint Barmes and Garret Atkins is preparing for a trade because the club has no intention of offering him $7 million-plus in salary arbitration. ... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:13:02 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18426363?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18425081?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18425081?source=rss_blogs_MLB The New York Daily News speculates Andy Pettitte could be the key to how hard the Yankees go after another starter this offseason. ... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:47:11 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18425081?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424995?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424995?source=rss_blogs_MLB Now that any team can negotiate with Jason Bay, the Boston Herald suspects Bay will have substantive discussions with at least a half-dozen teams. The Mets, Cardinals, Giants, Blue Jays, Angels and Mariners all are believed to be interested. ... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:39:50 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424995?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424814?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424814?source=rss_blogs_MLB Sources tell the Chicago Tribune the Cubs and left-hander reliever John Grabow have agreed in principle to a two-year deal. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:26:17 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424814?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424731?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424731?source=rss_blogs_MLB Dodgers President Dennis Mannion told the LA Times the team isn't planning to pursue free-agent pitcher John Lackey. ... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:19:50 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18424731?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390583?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390583?source=rss_blogs_MLB MLB.com reports that a source believes the Nationals are one of several teams who have expressed interest in free agent right-hander John Lackey. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:07:47 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390583?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390556?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390556?source=rss_blogs_MLB As far as help for the bullpen, Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. told MLB.com the club is hoping to add to the back of the bullpen. ... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:18:59 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390556?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390482?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390482?source=rss_blogs_MLB The St. Louis Post-Dispatch confirms via GM John Mozeliak that the Cardinals' priority signing would shift away from offense if Matt Holliday proves too pricey for the club to retain. ... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:12:49 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390482?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390308?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390308?source=rss_blogs_MLB The agent for free agent catcher Henry Blanco told the Chicago Tribune the White Sox are one of several teams interested in his client. ... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:30 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390308?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390271?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390271?source=rss_blogs_MLB MLB Beat Writer Matthew Leach reports in his blog that Cards GM John Mozeliak has ruled out the possibility of Troy Glaus returning to play 3B for the Cardinals in 2010. Leach suggests Glaus is a much better fit for a team that needs a designated hit ... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:58:27 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390271?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390057?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390057?source=rss_blogs_MLB The Boston Herald speculates that Mike Lowell, who will be 36 next season, could become the odd man out if the Red Sox acquire a corner infielder. But that does not necessarily mean Lowell would leave. ... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:43:22 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18390057?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18376281?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18376281?source=rss_blogs_MLB Brian Cashman told the New York Post that he doesn't have concrete ideas about retaining his free agents or signing free agents from other teams. ... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:58:57 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18376281?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18376063?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18376063?source=rss_blogs_MLB David Murphy of the Philadelphia Daily News identifies a few targets the Phillies should focus on to fill the closer role: RHP Brandon Lyon and RHP Fernando Rodney. ... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:46:22 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18376063?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375918?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375918?source=rss_blogs_MLB A Mets source told the New York Daily News that the club, in search of an innings-eater to stabilize the rotation, are particularly intrigued by free-agent righthander Joel Pineiro. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:38:10 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375918?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375852?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375852?source=rss_blogs_MLB In the LA Times , Tony Reagins shot down rumors that the Angels are one of three teams with serious interest in OF Matt Holliday. ... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:26:10 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375852?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375684?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375684?source=rss_blogs_MLB Writer Jon Paul reports that Pedro Martinez wants to pitch all of 2010. ... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:25:22 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375684?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375578?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375578?source=rss_blogs_MLB According to MLB.com , LHP Hisanori Takahashi, who recently completed his 10th season with the Yomiuri Giants of Japan, declared free agency on and wants to play in the Major Leagues. ... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:19:15 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18375578?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355527?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355527?source=rss_blogs_MLB Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic makes some bold free-agent predictions. Here's a peek at some: ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:37:35 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355527?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355382?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355382?source=rss_blogs_MLB If the speculation that the Reds want to trade Brandon Phillips is true, then Jeff Blair of the Globe & Mail speculates the Toronto Blue Jays would be takers. ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:30:16 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355382?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355226?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355226?source=rss_blogs_MLB A GM who spoke to the Marlins at the GM meetings told the Miami Herald that the club's top priority is trading Dan Uggla for cheap, young talent. Uggla could be replaced by Emilio Bonifacio. ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:23:59 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18355226?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354936?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354936?source=rss_blogs_MLB In his blog, John Fay of the Cincinnati Enquirer suggests that the Red may, eventually have to cut payroll, leading them to dump some players. ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:04:12 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354936?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354775?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354775?source=rss_blogs_MLB A blog post in the St. Petersburg Times says that rumors concerning LF Carl Crawford wanting out of Tampa Bay are false. ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:56:18 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354775?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354577?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354577?source=rss_blogs_MLB When asked if he was essentially the "manager in waiting" to replace Joe Torre in LA, hitting coach Don Mattingly confirmed to the New York Daily News there have been talks and he seemed "happy" with how those are progressing. ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:47:01 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354577?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354216?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354216?source=rss_blogs_MLB The announcement from the Rockies that they declined the option for reliever Rafael Betancourt was no surprise however, GM Dan O'Dowd made it clear that the club will continue trying to work out a deal, according to the Denver Post. ... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:26:49 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18354216?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270756?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270756?source=rss_blogs_MLB After talking to seven or eight teams about trade possibilities, the Chicago Tribune reports Jim Hendry felt optimistic about his offseason game plan. ... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:14:35 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270756?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270711?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270711?source=rss_blogs_MLB Hideki Matsui may or may not return to the Yankees next season, but according to a report in the New York Daily News, he is not heading to Japan in 2010. ... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:11:22 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270711?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270651?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270651?source=rss_blogs_MLB At the GM meetings, Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said he had discussions with several teams about trades. ... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:06:46 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270651?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270529?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270529?source=rss_blogs_MLB Before leaving Chicago, Braves GM met with teams interested in some of his team's older pitchers. ... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:58:45 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270529?source=rss_blogs_MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270469?source=rss_blogs_MLB#comments MLB http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270469?source=rss_blogs_MLB The New York Daily News speculates there could be a bidding war between the Yankees and the Red Sox for Blue Jays starter Roy Halladay. ... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:55:10 EST http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/8691437/18270469?source=rss_blogs_MLB 100 http://images.cbssports.com/images/cbsdm/spec/cbssportscom.gif http://mlb-rumors.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/view/8691437 100