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Terps · 09-26-2009, 12:57 AM

Rumors are swirling in Baltimore, and the buzz is all surrounding the July 31st non-waiver trade deadline. Back-up catcher Gregg Zaun has already publicly asked to be traded, as he is not comfortable with his role as rookie Matt Wieters' backup. Also, many are wondering if veterans such as 3B Melvin Mora and Aubrey Huff will be on this team come the end of the month.

Orioles GM Andy MacPhail would not confirm or deny any rumors but said that he will not trade away any of the teams young core, or hurt the growth or development of the team.

All-Star Teams Announced

The American League will feature starters C.C. Sabathia (NYA), Joba Chamberlain (NYA), Felix Hernandez (SEA), Scott Kazmir (TBA), Jered Weaver (LAA), and Cliff Lee (CLE). Relievers are Brian Fuentes (LAA), Jose Mijares (MIN), Grant Balfour (TBA), Joe Nathan (MIN), George Sherrill (BAL), and Mariano Rivera (NYA).

Catchers are Mike Napoli (LAA) and Matt Wieters (BAL). Infielders are Mark Teixeira (NYA), Ryan Freel (TOR), Dustin Pedroia (BOS), Brian Roberts (BAL), Alex Gordon (KCA), Scott Rolen (TOR), and Alexei Ramirez (CHA). Outfielers are Grady Sizemore (CLE), Matt Holliday (OAK), Shin-Soo Choo (CLE), Travis Snider (TOR), Pat Burrell (TBA), B.J. Upton (TBA), and Curtis Granderson (DET).

In the NL, starting pitchers: Brandon Webb (ARI), Johnny Cueto (CIN), Edinson Volquez (CIN), Jake Peavy (SDN), Aaron Harang (CIN), and Manny Parra (MIL). Relievers: Francisco Cordero (CIN), Jose Valverde (HOU), Jeremy Affeldt (SFN), Brad Lidge (PHI), Francisco Rodriguez (NYN), and Rafael Soriano (ATL).

Catchers: Russell Martin (LAN) and Brian McCann (ATL). Infielders: Prince Fielder (MIL), Ryan Howard (PHI), Carlos Delgado (NYN), Adrian Gonzalez (SDN), Kelly Johnson (ATL), Jimmy Rollins (PHI), Chipper Jones (ATL), and Pablo Sandoval (SFN). Outfielders: Carlos Lee (HOU), Matt Kemp (LAN), Cody Ross (FLO), Nate McClouth (PIT), Milton Bradley (CHN), and Elijah Dukes (WAS).

Schedule & Results

Team News

July 4th, 2009

Roch Kubatko of the Baltimore Sun is reporting that the Orioles have traded catcher Gregg Zaun and cash to the division rival Toronto Blue Jays for reliever John Parrish. Both men are quite familiar with their new clubs, as Zaun came to Baltimore from Toronto and Parrish was a former Oriole.

Roch's Take: Zaun was unhappy with his role in Baltimore, and now he'll go to another team where he won't have the chance to start. He was hitting .200 with no home runs and three RBI in his limited duty with the Orioles.

Parrish will be sent to AAA Norfolk, and won't see Baltimore unless it's an emergency. Chad Moeller will be recalled from Norfolk to take over the back up catcher spot.

July 31st, 2009

The Orioles made their only deadline deal today, acquiring 1B Carlos Delgado from the New York Mets in exchange for DH Aubrey Huff, minor league reliever Fredy Deza, and $1,000,000.

Huff, who is hitting .296 with 4 HR and 37 RBI, was rumored to be traded as the Orioles look to get younger. Trading for the 37 year old Delgado does not accomplish that. Delgado (.312 with 22 HR, 73 RBI), should provide an upgrade at first for the remainder of the season. Huff was owed near 17 million next season. Delgado is only owed around 11 million in 2010, but his contract also extends into 2011.

I would look for Delgado to be moved once again during the offseason for a younger solution at first base, provided he can maintain his current pace.

09-26-2009, 12:57 AM	#8
Terps College Prospect Join Date: Jul 2001	July 2009 Rumors are swirling in Baltimore, and the buzz is all surrounding the July 31st non-waiver trade deadline. Back-up catcher Gregg Zaun has already publicly asked to be traded, as he is not comfortable with his role as rookie Matt Wieters' backup. Also, many are wondering if veterans such as 3B Melvin Mora and Aubrey Huff will be on this team come the end of the month. Orioles GM Andy MacPhail would not confirm or deny any rumors but said that he will not trade away any of the teams young core, or hurt the growth or development of the team. All-Star Teams Announced The American League will feature starters C.C. Sabathia (NYA), Joba Chamberlain (NYA), Felix Hernandez (SEA), Scott Kazmir (TBA), Jered Weaver (LAA), and Cliff Lee (CLE). Relievers are Brian Fuentes (LAA), Jose Mijares (MIN), Grant Balfour (TBA), Joe Nathan (MIN), George Sherrill (BAL), and Mariano Rivera (NYA). Catchers are Mike Napoli (LAA) and Matt Wieters (BAL). Infielders are Mark Teixeira (NYA), Ryan Freel (TOR), Dustin Pedroia (BOS), Brian Roberts (BAL), Alex Gordon (KCA), Scott Rolen (TOR), and Alexei Ramirez (CHA). Outfielers are Grady Sizemore (CLE), Matt Holliday (OAK), Shin-Soo Choo (CLE), Travis Snider (TOR), Pat Burrell (TBA), B.J. Upton (TBA), and Curtis Granderson (DET). In the NL, starting pitchers: Brandon Webb (ARI), Johnny Cueto (CIN), Edinson Volquez (CIN), Jake Peavy (SDN), Aaron Harang (CIN), and Manny Parra (MIL). Relievers: Francisco Cordero (CIN), Jose Valverde (HOU), Jeremy Affeldt (SFN), Brad Lidge (PHI), Francisco Rodriguez (NYN), and Rafael Soriano (ATL). Catchers: Russell Martin (LAN) and Brian McCann (ATL). Infielders: Prince Fielder (MIL), Ryan Howard (PHI), Carlos Delgado (NYN), Adrian Gonzalez (SDN), Kelly Johnson (ATL), Jimmy Rollins (PHI), Chipper Jones (ATL), and Pablo Sandoval (SFN). Outfielders: Carlos Lee (HOU), Matt Kemp (LAN), Cody Ross (FLO), Nate McClouth (PIT), Milton Bradley (CHN), and Elijah Dukes (WAS). Schedule & Results Team News July 4th, 2009 Roch Kubatko of the Baltimore Sun is reporting that the Orioles have traded catcher Gregg Zaun and cash to the division rival Toronto Blue Jays for reliever John Parrish. Both men are quite familiar with their new clubs, as Zaun came to Baltimore from Toronto and Parrish was a former Oriole. Roch's Take: Zaun was unhappy with his role in Baltimore, and now he'll go to another team where he won't have the chance to start. He was hitting .200 with no home runs and three RBI in his limited duty with the Orioles. Parrish will be sent to AAA Norfolk, and won't see Baltimore unless it's an emergency. Chad Moeller will be recalled from Norfolk to take over the back up catcher spot. July 31st, 2009 The Orioles made their only deadline deal today, acquiring 1B Carlos Delgado from the New York Mets in exchange for DH Aubrey Huff, minor league reliever Fredy Deza, and $1,000,000. Huff, who is hitting .296 with 4 HR and 37 RBI, was rumored to be traded as the Orioles look to get younger. Trading for the 37 year old Delgado does not accomplish that. Delgado (.312 with 22 HR, 73 RBI), should provide an upgrade at first for the remainder of the season. Huff was owed near 17 million next season. Delgado is only owed around 11 million in 2010, but his contract also extends into 2011. I would look for Delgado to be moved once again during the offseason for a younger solution at first base, provided he can maintain his current pace. Last edited by Terps : 09-26-2009 at 01:14 AM.