All Sports
Mv
Ex-kicker grabbed heckling student
Beaston
Newton teammate fires back at Smith
Catch1
Player makes incredible catch to rob home run
Kupchak
Report: Magic want to talk to Lakers GM
Jm
McCarthy, Urlacher officially an item

A Few Reds Transactions: Wilson Valdez and Jeff Francis

Found January 26, 2012 on Red Hot Mama: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Wilson Valdez,  Jeff Francis,  Jeremy Horst
TEAMS: Cincinnati Reds,  Philadelphia Phillies

Mets_valdez_warms_e2c1
The Cincinnati Reds were busy yesterday, making two deals to add depth to the club. First, they traded left-handed pitcher Jeremy Horst to the Philadelphia Phillies for utility infielder Wilson Valdez. And really, “depth” is the nicest way to describe Valdez. Next season, he’ll be 34 years-old. He’s never hit well, posting a career .290 on-base percentage and a weak slugging percentage of .330. … [visit site to read more]
Original Story: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/red-ho... Verified_ybn
THE BACKYARD
BEST OF MAXIM
AROUND THE WEB
RELATED ARTICLES

Why the hell did Amaro trade Valdez?

Via We Should Be GM's  |  January 26, 2012
Wilson Valdez has done a serviceable job for the Phillies over the past two seasons as a utility infielder. He logged time at 2nd, 3rd, and SS, playing adequate defense. He even won a game in relief last season. His bat wasn't much (.254/.652 in 210 games), but most UTL players aren't. He was set to earn $930K in 2012. Trading him to the Reds seems like nothing more than...

Wilson! A Strange Phillies Trade…

Via MyTeamRivals.com  |  January 26, 2012
In an odd move this week, the Phillies traded my favorite utility man, Wilson Valdez, to the Reds for a minor-league pitcher. 26-year old Jeremy Horst spent most of last season with triple-A Louisville, where he posted a 1-4 record and had a 2.81 ERA in 36 games. He did make 12 relief appearances for the Reds and posted a 2.93 ERA. Horst will get an invite to Spring Training. But...

If not Frances maybe Duke

Via Mets Fever  |  January 26, 2012
I'm a bit annoyed that another serviceable player has slipped through the Mets grasp at a reasonable price, Jeff Francis going to Cincy on a minor league deal says something about the state of the Mets. When was the last time the Reds were a more appealing destination then NY when the Nasty Boys were pitching...Like I said when the rumors leaked last week; Francis is better...

Philadelphia Phillies Trade Wilson Valdez to the Cincinnati Reds

Via GackSports  |  January 25, 2012
The Philadelphia Phillies have traded utility infielder Wilson Valdez to the Cincinnati Reds, according to multiple sources. In return, the Phillies have received left-handed relief pitcher Jeremy Horst.

Reds Acquire Wilson Valdez

Via MLB Trade Rumors  |  January 25, 2012
The Reds announced that they acquired infielder Wilson Valdez from the Phillies for left-hander Jeremy Horst (Twitter link). Horst will be in Major League Spring Training as a non-roster player, according to the Phillies, who now have two open spots on their 40-man roster.

Phillies Trade Away Valdez

Via NBC Philadelphia  |  January 25, 2012
One of the Phillies most beloved bench players was sent out of town as the Phillies traded Wilson Valdez to the Cincinnati Reds for left-handed relief pitcher Jeremy Horst. General Manager Ruben Amaro, Jr. announced the move Wednesday afternoon. Every Phillies fan will forever remember the image of Valdez stepping in from the infield to pitch a single scoreless 19th inning in a...

Reds acquire INF Valdez from Phillies (AP)

Via Yahoo! Sports  |  January 25, 2012
The Reds acquired infielder Wilson Valdez from the Philadelphia Phillies for minor league pitcher Jeremy Horst on Wednesday, another move to add depth to their bench. The Reds also announced that they had signed utility player Willie Harris, a free agent from the Mets. Valdez, 33, has played six seasons in the majors with the White Sox, Mariners, Padres, Dodgers, Mets and Phillies.

Reds acquire Valdez in swap with Phillies

Via reds.com  |  January 25, 2012
Bypassing what was a picked over free-agent market, Cincinnati executed a trade that brought utility infielder Wilson Valdez from the Phillies for left-handed reliever Jeremy Horst.

Reds get Valdez from Phillies to strengthen bench

Via SI.com  |  January 25, 2012
CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Reds acquired infielder Wilson Valdez from the Philadelphia Phillies for minor league pitcher Jeremy Horst on Wednesday, another move to add depth to their bench.

Phillies deal Valdez to Reds for lefty Horst

Via mlb.com  |  January 25, 2012
The Phillies have addressed their need for left-handed depth in the bullpen by acquiring 26-year-old Jeremy Horst from the Cincinnati Reds for utility infielder Wilson Valdez.

Reds said to have deal with lefty Francis

Via reds.com  |  January 25, 2012
Looking to supplement their rotation with extra depth, the Reds reached a Minor League deal late Wednesday with left-handed pitcher Jeff Francis.
THE HOT 40: Who's Trending
1
Chris Jericho
Report: WWE star Jericho suspended
_
2
LeBron James
James' cool demeanor leads Heat to Eastern Conference Finals
_
3
John Cena
John Cena being advertsied for upcoming Smackdown taping – 5/23/12
2
4
Dwyane Wade
Dwyane Wade’s hot pink pants earn him a flagrant fashion foul (Picture)
1
5
John Laurinaitis
John Laurinaitis selling his injuries from Over The Limit 2012
2
6
Tim Tebow
Video Of Tim Tebow “Tebowing” in Madden 13 Appears Online
2
7
Avery Bradley
2012 NBA Playoffs: Avery Bradley to Undergo Surgery, Out for the Rest of the Season with the Celtics
4
8
J.R. Smith
J.R. Smith’s Young Money tattoo looked swell in his mug shot (Picture)
450
9
Dwight Howard
Dwight Howard is not coming to the Lakers
3
10
Curt Schilling
Report: Curt Schilling's 38 Studios Company Lied to Employees About Selling Their Old Homes During Relocation
24
11
Hakeem Nicks
Foot injury of Giants’ Hakeem Nicks not as bad as previously thought?
7
12
Kellen Winslow
Kellen Winslow’s days as a starter are probably over with the Seattle Seahawks.
6
13
Adam Jones
Orioles, Jones talk about long-term extension
301
14
Adam Henrique
Rookie Henrique sends Devils to final
1654
15
Kobe Bryant
Remember when Kobe Bryant was really good?
6
16
Kevin Garnett
All You Need is Garnett and Rondo
2
17
Daniel Bryan
Daniel Bryan Talks about Divas, Over the Limit,...
7
18
Albert Pujols
LB talks NBA playoffs, Lakers, Dodgers, Albert Pujols on New Era Radio show
2
19
Mike Woodson
New York Knicks Sign Mike Woodson to Multi-Year Extension as Head Coach
217
20
Stan Van Gundy
Bobcats Interested In Stan Van Gundy
18
21
Ric Flair
WOOOO Ric Flair Is Making Amped Up Energy Drink Commercials
8
22
Dillon Gee
Gee Whiz! Mets 6, Padres 1
612
23
Rajon Rondo
Rajon Rondo: Better than Dirk at midange shooting
7
24
Justin Verlander
Twins would have preferred to face Verlander
17
25
Vince McMahon
John Morrison talks about working with Vince McMahon, being ECW Champion & more
3
26
Peyton Manning
Speak up: Your favorite offseason move (other than, y’know, signing Peyton Manning)
1
27
Frank Mir
‘UFC 146: Dos Santos vs. Mir’ Live Weigh-In Results
15
28
Donald Driver
Donald Driver Wins Dancing With The Stars, Has Wild Celebration
9
29
Tom Brady
Tom Brady’s Dad Questions If He’d Let His Son Play Football
2
30
Mike Jenkins
Report: Colts pursuing Cowboys cornerback Mike Jenkins
132
31
Kevin Durant
Video: Pop on defending Kevin Durant
38
32
Ray Allen
Ray Allen, Greg Stiemsma re-aggravated injuries in Game 5
20
33
Alberto Del Rio
Konnan Talks About Sin Cara's Posse Pulling a Gun on Del Rio
25
34
Bobby Valentine
Bobby Valentine Hoping 'Ghosts of Fenway Past,' Bench-Clearing Brawl Will Motivate Red Sox
68
35
John Tortorella
Video: Tortorella Optimistic Moving Forward
3
36
Paul Pierce
Paul Pierce confident, desperate on eve of Game 7
9
37
Brian Urlacher
NFL Rumors: Will Brian Urlacher Leave the Chicago Bears in 2013?
442
38
Henrik Lundqvist
Devils Making Henrik Lundqvist Look Human As New Jersey Pushes Rangers to Brink of Elimination
1
39
Bryce Harper
MusclePharm signs deal with Bryce Harper
9
40
Linda McMahon
Linda McMahon Railed Over Vinces Kiss My Ass ...
30
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers

Join the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
Help
What is Yardbarker?

Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.