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Red Sox, Yankees Eyeing Same Players

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees have taken their rivalry to the trade market. Reports have come out of Boston that the Sox are interested in Leo Nunez and Cody Ross. Earlier, reports were out that the Yankees are targeting Nunez and Ross.

Then today, Ed Price tweeted that the AL East rivals are both interested in Blue Jays lefty Scott Downs.

While the Rays wait in the wings, the Red Sox and Yankees are going hard after the same players. The Yankees have prioritized bench help and bullpen help over starting pitching, even following Andy Pettitte's injury.

Could a possible trade for either the Yankees or the Red Sox have the impact on the AL East race that it decides it? Depending on the details of the trade, it is definitely possible.

Leo Nunez can be a very solid set-up man for either team. Cody Ross would be a 4th outfielder on the Yankees, but could slide into a starting role with the Red Sox. Scott Downs would be an excellent lefty set-up man for either team.

With each year's pennant race being decided by a last few games down the stretch, who knows? The Yankees and Red Sox face off in the final three games of the season. We could possibly see Scott Downs striking out David Ortiz or Robinson Cano in the pivotal moment of the division race.

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Nice Post Brandon

What do you think will happen? Who goes where?

by YankeesJets on Jul 19, 2010 9:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Thank you!

I think Downs stays put because of his free agent compensation and probable acception of arbitration if offered. I could see Ross going to the Sox, but I doubt the Yankees pay the price for him. If Nunez goes anywhere, which is unlikely, the Yankees would be my bet

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by Brandon C. on Jul 19, 2010 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nunez would be a nice fit

I see all the Soria rumors but I would be shocked if the Royals were to part with him. I think he Soria would be wasted as a setup man anyway. Besides Downs, I think the other Jays pen guys like Gregg and Frasor are available. I still like Nunez though.

by YankeesJets on Jul 19, 2010 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think Nunez is the best choice

I don’t trust Gregg or Frasor

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by Brandon C. on Jul 19, 2010 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who would the Yanks give up to get Nuñez or Ross?

Wish we still had Melky as the 4th OF. Even though he’s struggled a bit, might be doing better with Yanks lineup. He’d see more good pitches, even hitting 9th w/ CPT on deck.

by almonte96b on Jul 21, 2010 5:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hmmm

I don’t miss Melky too much, but I don’t really want Ross. The Yankees would have to give up a lot for Nunez, but I think it’s worth it

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by Brandon C. on Jul 21, 2010 5:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've decided to join MLB Daily Dish to show support for Brandon C

Well done, sir.

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by Chris McKeown on Jul 19, 2010 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Well done, sir to you too!

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by Brandon C. on Jul 19, 2010 11:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good post Brandon!
and congrats again!

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by bestbostonsports on Jul 20, 2010 2:29 AM EDT reply actions  

Thank you!

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by Brandon C. on Jul 20, 2010 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Thank you!

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by Brandon C. on Jul 20, 2010 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Awesome first post. So proud...

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by TheMelkman on Jul 20, 2010 2:45 PM EDT reply actions  

What are you, my mom?

Just kidding, thank you!

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by Brandon C. on Jul 20, 2010 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

wait, i thought you were my mom!

"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter

by TheMelkman on Jul 20, 2010 5:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

I am?

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by Brandon C. on Jul 20, 2010 6:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

do you not remember the whole vegetarian thing where i tried to change teh subject?

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by TheMelkman on Jul 21, 2010 12:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

I do not

Remind me!

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by Brandon C. on Jul 21, 2010 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

+1 this thread between you and Melk

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by Chris McKeown on Jul 21, 2010 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

We were talking about something and i tried to change the subject by asking if you were a vegetarian

and then you said “that doesnt work with me” and i said “it always works with my mom” and you said “i am not your mom. never thought i would say that at PSA” LOL how could you forget?

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by TheMelkman on Jul 21, 2010 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ohhhh I remember that now

I don’t really remember most conversations I have here

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by Brandon C. on Jul 21, 2010 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

and you dont even drink!

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by TheMelkman on Jul 22, 2010 11:19 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yes

I don’t know, they just aren’t like hey I gotta remember this

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by Brandon C. on Jul 22, 2010 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

i dont try to remeber, i have a really good memory. Sometimes that works against me.

"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter

by TheMelkman on Jul 22, 2010 5:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

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