JAYSON STARK RUMORS & GOSSIP
Phillies rumors: Philly still seeking starting pitching
The Philadelphia Phillies recently signed right-hander Carlos Zambrano to a minor league contract. Still, even after the addition of Big Z, the Phillies might not be done shopping for starting pitching, according to Jayson Stark of ESPN.
Even after Zambrano #Phillies might not be done. Asked if still considering startersw opt-outs Scott Proefrock said "we're still scouting...
Yankees rumors: New York seeking right-handed bats
Even after acquiring third baseman Chris Nelson from the
Colorado Rockies, the New York Yankees remain in the market for right-handed
bats, according to Jayson Stark of ESPN.
While the Yankees might want to acquire a right-handed bat,
Stark says the team will likely be limited to “small-scale deals.” One scout
that Stark spoke with said New York doesn’t have the...
Astros rumors: Houston willing to listen on all players
The Houston Astros have sold off most of their veteran
players over the past year-plus in an effort to acquire talent and build toward
a squad that can compete for years to come. With the regular season
approaching, Houston continues to tell teams that they are willing to listen on
any of their players, according to Jayson Stark of ESPN.
Other clubs say #Astros still telling...
Stark: The Next Era of Phillies Baseball is Coming
The championship era could be coming to a close.
On Wednesday afternoon ESPN.com Senior writer, Jayson Stark, joined 97.5 The Fanatic’s Mike Missanelli and the two had what I believe to be the preeminent conversation regarding the Phillies recent history and wondered how fans would handle the end of this great era:
Stark: “The next era is coming, how soon it arrives is up to...
Report: Phils Talked Brown-for-Soriano Swap with Cubs
Soriano to Philly? Forget it. (MLB)
According to Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com, the Phillies have discussed trading Domonic Brown to the Cubs for Alfonso Soriano. Jayson Stark of ESPN chimed in on twitter and said it’s a long shot to happen.
Thank the Lord.
Soriano is owed $36 million over the next two seasons and is 36-years-old (37 in January). He still has a little bit of power...
Orioles in on Adam LaRoche
Adam LaRoche may not have far to travel if he does not re-sign with the Washington Nationals this season. The Baltimore Orioles appear to be real players in the pursuit of the veteran first baseman. Staying in the Maryland/D.C. area may not exactly be the selling point that LaRoche is looking for, but it couldn't hurt.
Jayson Stark of ESPN says the Orioles are one of...
Stark: Indians Looking To Get Younger, Cabrera Second Most Likely To Be Traded
With baseball’s winter meetings about to begin, ESPN’s Jayson Stark took a survey of MLB executives, agents, and scouts about some of the bigger headlines that may come out of the meetings. In it, four of the seventeen label Asdrubal Cabrera as the “most likely to get traded”, garnering the second most votes behind Rays pitcher James Shields. Two of those surveyed also said...
Jayson Stark: Pirates Asking About A Lot of Hitters
Jayson Stark has a lot of trade discussions this morning, including a few mentions of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Stark mentions that “if there’s a hitter who might have even a remote short of getting traded, the Pirates have asked about him”. That shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone who has seen the numerous names linked to the Pirates on the trade market.
Stark mentions that...
Reds get some love from Stark
ESPN's Jayson Stark had high praises for the Reds
ESPN.com columnist Jayson Stark provided a rather large and interesting piece on Friday afternoon. In it he takes a look at major headlines, the best/worst signings, the most/least improved teams, and players to watch heading into Spring Training. And he had several good things to say about the Redlegs. Here they are:
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ESPN’s Stark Says Phillies Still Searching for Relief
Jayson Stark of ESPN.com was a guest of “The Sports Bash with Mike Gill” on my station, 97.3 ESPN FM in South Jersey. Stark spoke first and foremost about Barry Larkin being the only player inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this time around.Among the topics that hit closer to home – the bullpen. Stark says the Phillies haven’t completely closed the door on Ryan Madson...
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