John Fay at the Cincinnati Enquirer caught up with Reds GM Walt Jocketty and got him to spill out some fairly interesting hot stove info. Let's dig in:
From Jocketty's words, Fay believes that the Blue Jays have kicked in more money to the Scott Rolen deal than originally thought. Fay was told it was $3MM for this year and next. The Cardinals are already on the hook for a $4MM signing bonus in 2010. The deal has been oft-maligned, but more cash involved might make it slightly more palatable.
With Edinson Volquez likely on the shelf for a large chunk of next season, Jocketty indicates that a trade to beef up the pitching staff could be on the horizon.
Jocketty claims he's "not soliciting offers" for Bronson Arroyo or Aaron Harang, whose names have come up as potential waiver trade targets.
Fay notes that the Reds have little wiggle room as far as payroll goes next year--over $57MM is committed to six players.
Original Story:
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/08...
Original Story:
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/08...
