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While the run-up to the 2013 non-waiver trade deadline has been uncharacteristically quiet, we did start seeing some action on relievers heading to contending teams on Monday.
That leaves us with all of today and most of tomorrow (the actual deadline is tomorrow, Weds 07/31 at 4:00PM ET) to figure out everything about everything and fill in the holes of every somewhat-contenting team, right?
Not so fast. As Matt pointed out, the addition of the 2nd Wild Card could be making it more difficult for certain teams to decide whether they're buyers or sellers. Of course, I always say if you don't know you already have your answer.
Perhaps another day will help convince them to make their move, perhaps not. The Royals are supposedly pulling out of any discussions to their obvious detriment, what with being seven games out of the Wild Card and all.
But let's say you're a GM and you want to make a move. Here's what you should know:
Trades from Monday:
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Tigers acquire Jose Veras from Astros - The Tigers finally got the closer that they were looking for. The Astros got a body (with potential!) in return.
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Braves acquire Scott Downs from Angels - After looking at every available left-handed reliever, Atlanta finally got their man. (Look mom, we're doing something!)
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Rays acquire Jesse Crain from White Sox - The return to Chicago is likely contingent on how many appearances Crain makes for the rest of the season.
Rumors from Monday:
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White Sox trade rumors: Jake Peavy deal looking less likely? - The White Sox are publicly saying that they are looking to hold on to the right-hander and build around him. Will their rebuild happen quickly enough to take advantage of him? Good question.
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Giants trade rumors: Listening to offers on veterans, move brewing? - Could the Giants be ready to make the first bold move of the trade season? This might be the one to watch.
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Diamondbacks trade rumors: Arizona shopping Ian Kennedy, Jason Kubel - The D-Backs have been quiet on the trade market so far, but may look to move the pair in the next three days.
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Dylan Bundy rumors: Orioles may make top prospect available - The Orioles would consider making their top prospect available in the right trade. Most teams say this but Bundy would be an eye-popper.
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Phillies tell teams Chase Utley unavailable, working on extension - The Phillies are telling teams that Chase Utley is unavailable and that they are working on a contract extension with the homegrown second baseman.
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White Sox will not trade Chris Sale - The Chicago White Sox will not explore a trade to deal their ace, Chris Sale according to a report from FOXSports.
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Rangers trade rumors: Joe Nathan available in search of offense - In search of offense, the Rangers are dangling Joe Nathan to teams looking for relief help. What, no takers for closers all of a sudden?
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Indians trade rumors: Cleveland has 'serious talks' for Rockies reliever Josh Outman - The Indians hope to add a situational lefty in the pen to keep up with the Tigers in the A.L. Central.
