July 17, 200818 yr ''The Marlins bullpen is getting worked to death,'' a veteran NL scout said. ''I'm not a huge Kevin Gregg fan, but you're not going to get an upgrade at closer with a trade.'' But another scout lamented, ``If Gregg is closing for you, you're getting gray hairs and ulcers.'' Excellent quote lol ''They have enough starting pitching,'' one veteran NL scout said. ''Nolasco is one of the best pitchers in baseball right now, Scott Olsen can beat anyone. And Philadelphia's rotation isn't great after Cole Hamels,'' though Jamie Moyer haunts the Marlins. so true
July 17, 200818 yr If we can get pudge that'l be great but i doubt thats happening. But the relievers mentioned are pretty good, so we should be paying attention to those players.
July 17, 200818 yr BTW, there's a followup (or perhaps more appropriately called a rewrite) to Jackson's half-fact, half-fiction ranting on MLB.com that will now be followed by a second rewrite and then a third and fourth and so on. This time of the season journalistic integrity and source checking go out the window and near plagiarism is the order of the day. There's no indication when the Fish spoke with the Tigers, if in fact they did, and what the direction or earnestness of the alleged discussion. For all we or the world knows Dombrowski was shopping Pudge when his bat was as cold as a McDonald's milkshake and this is very old news that has finally found its way to Jackson after being dormant for a month. What I do know is that nothing relevant ever comes out of Jackson's column as it pertains to the Marlins. Usually he's regurgitating something reported eslewhere or so vague that it has whatever meaning you want to read into it. Almost in order, the newest MLB piece repeats Jackson's musings adding not a since new fact or insight so don't be fooled into thinking in any way this is corroboration of Jackson's column. Not until I see a truly sourced or credibly reported Detroit-centric piece should this be taken seriously. But then again not much Jackson "reports" on the Marlins should be either. I also go out on a limb when I make comments like this because even a broken clock is right twice a day. But for the Tigers to abandon their sell-out crowds and throw in the towel with no backup backstop or phenom ready to step in, makes little sense. I'm sure the Tigers might want to get something for Pudge (other than draft picks) but at about $5 million left on his contract how much talent do you give up in exchange for taking him on? They might even be better to play out the string and get a couple of draft picks than take lesser talent. Or I can be completely wrong. We'll see. But so far this isn't a story worth debate, this is rumor from an unreliable source and nothing more.
July 17, 200818 yr Marlins seeking to reunite with Pudge Tigers catcher reportedly not on trading block despite interest By Robert Falkoff / MLB.com When the Marlins last stood atop the baseball world in 2003, Ivan Rodriguez was their catcher. Five years later, the club has inquired about whether Rodriguez, Part II, might be a possibility in South Florida, but so far the Tigers are saying no. In their search for a veteran catcher, the Marlins -- who sit just 1 1/2 games back in the National League East -- have asked the Tigers about Rodriguez's availability, according to the Miami Herald. Detroit, however, is holding firm as a .500 club seven games out in the American League Central. After getting off to a dreadful start, the Tigers feel they still have a shot at overtaking the White Sox and Twins. To do that, Rodriguez would likely have to be a big part of the equation. But should the Tigers fall 10 games or more back around the time of the July 31 Trade Deadline, they might have to re-evaluate whether holding onto Rodriguez makes sense. Florida has periodically been linked in recent weeks to Washington's Paul Lo Duca as a possible catching solution, but the Herald reports that the Marlins have no interest in Lo Duca. Colorado's Yorvit Torrealba and Cincinnati's David Ross are among other catchers who could be on the market. However, the Marlins are not believed to be enamored with either player. Rodriguez has been coming on strong for the Tigers over the last month. That fact, coupled with Brandon Inge's oblique injury, reinforces the notion that Detroit will likely stay with Rodriguez unless the club goes downhill in a hurry. If the Marlins can't land an impact catcher for the stretch run, they may use their resources to upgrade the bullpen instead. Florida is said to be among several teams interested in Colorado lefty Brian Fuentes. According to the Herald, another tier of relievers that could potentially be available includes Kansas City's Ron Mahay; Pittsburgh's Damaso Marte; Cincinnati's Jeremy Affeldt, David Weathers and Mike Lincoln; Seattle's Arthur Rhodes and Baltimore's Chad Bradford. The Marlins have been encouraged by the work of their starting rotation, and another proven arm in the Florida bullpen could catch the attention of the Phillies and Mets. Owner Jeffrey Loria is willing to add payroll, according to the Herald. Detroit's reluctance to be drawn into discussions with Florida at this juncture about a Rodriguez deal reflects the confidence of the Tigers organization about what might happen in the second half. The Tigers have hopes of hitting another gear with the impending return of outfielder Magglio Ordonez. Detroit has been without Ordonez since June 29, when he was sidelined with a pulled oblique. Ordonez will be activated Thursday prior to the Tigers' game at Camden Yards. Bob Falkoff is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.
July 17, 200818 yr Now we just have to root against the Tigers! Hopefully they fall so far back in the central that they say bye bye Pudge....
July 17, 200818 yr Now we just have to root against the Tigers! Hopefully they fall so far back in the central that they say bye bye Pudge.... Hopefully one of our young catchers emerge and the Marlins take care of their own business in the second half. Dont get me wrong, I love pudge but the fish need to start taking care of their own business now and hopefully baker and or hoover pan out.
July 17, 200818 yr Now we just have to root against the Tigers! Hopefully they fall so far back in the central that they say bye bye Pudge.... Hopefully one of our young catchers emerge and the Marlins take care of their own business in the second half. Dont get me wrong, I love pudge but the fish need to start taking care of their own business now and hopefully baker and or hoover pan out. HOOVER!!!?!?!?! he is a failure... Baker has shown potential though.
July 17, 200818 yr I would love to have pudge handling our pitching staff seriously i think evry1 would love that but an issue is the money we jus dont have enough to do wat we want hey idea during the All Star Break Loria or beinfest should go to Ny and play a game of poker with Steinbrener and get the tard drunk and when he gets the right cards put 50 million on the line hank would prob go for it because its pockect change for him. then bam we got enough money to get some guys that could help the team Man that would be some Good Stuff
July 17, 200818 yr I would love to have pudge handling our pitching staff seriously i think evry1 would love that but an issue is the money we jus dont have enough to do wat we want hey idea during the All Star Break Loria or beinfest should go to Ny and play a game of poker with Steinbrener and get the tard drunk and when he gets the right cards put 50 million on the line hank would prob go for it because its pockect change for him. then bam we got enough money to get some guys that could help the team Man that would be some Good Stuff Loria said he is willing to add the the payroll, plus we wont be picking up Pudges entire contract... Hes a FA at seasons end. Hoover and Baker are nobody's... and to be honest with you I dont want Pudge because of he potential offensive production... I just want him to handle that young staff.... TIGERS LOSE 10 in a ROW NOW!
July 17, 200818 yr May the Tigers go on their longest losing streak ever. 2 SECOND THAT :notworthy 3rd!
July 17, 200818 yr May the Tigers go on their longest losing streak ever. 2 SECOND THAT :notworthy 3rd! 4th
July 17, 200818 yr May the Tigers go on their longest losing streak ever. 2 SECOND THAT :notworthy 3rd! 4th
July 18, 200818 yr Now we just have to root against the Tigers! Hopefully they fall so far back in the central that they say bye bye Pudge.... Hopefully one of our young catchers emerge and the Marlins take care of their own business in the second half. Dont get me wrong, I love pudge but the fish need to start taking care of their own business now and hopefully baker and or hoover pan out. HOOVER!!!?!?!?! he is a failure... Baker has shown potential though. Really? I must have missed some of his starts because the 3 I saw him in were not all that impressive.
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