Orioles To Trade Sherrill?

by Eli Greenspan on May 20, 2008 6:29 AM EDT

When the Orioles traded Erik Bedard, the supposed center piece of the deal was Mariners closer George Sherrill. However, it is becoming more apparent that Sherrill was acquired to only swing in a different deal this season and the younger pitchers they got were really the future of the team. Sherrill is currently 1-0 with a 3.43 ERA and 17 SV, and would likely net several prospects in a trade. Several teams need a closer right now and could trade for him at the deadline. The Rockies could trade for Sherrill and move Fuentes to a set up role, knowing that he will likely leave via free agency this off season. The Rockies have several solid prospects and the Orioles and Rockies are on pretty good terms when it comes to making a trade. The Cardinals currently do not have a closer and could trade for Sherrill, but it could cost them a top prospect or two. Sherrill is very cheap and very good, so it might be worth it for the Cardinals.

Other options, although less likely at this point, include the Brewers, Padres, Angels, Indians, and Braves.

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The Cardinals have options in the minors. They are not going to be buyers and give up prospects when the have one of the better relievers in AAA.

by Anonymous on May 20, 2008 8:25 AM EDT reply actions

The centerpiece of the Bedard trade was Adam Jones and then Sherrill. I dont see them trading him unless they can get some young major ready talent.

by Bucky, NY on May 20, 2008 5:09 PM EDT reply actions

I doubt that the Rockies would add a back of the bullpen guy like Sherrill. They already have both Fuentes and Corpas, and if anything I would expect them to add a starter or a second baseman, not a reliever. Anyways, the way this team is playing they may not end up being in a position to start adding players.

And I would expect the Cards to give Isringhausen another shot, as well as give Chris Perez a shot as well, before turning to an option from outside the organization.

by Anonymous on May 21, 2008 10:07 PM EDT reply actions