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Big names could still be traded during the waiver period

August 2nd, 2012 2:04 PM
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    • Players were moved, but this year’s trade deadline did not quite live up to its hype. There are still big names that could be better suited on a contending team but are not. However, there is still hope. The July 31 deadline does not end all trades, it just complicates them. Players must now clear waivers in order to be moved to a new team. Although this process makes trades more complicated, the level of some contracts will allow a number of players to clear waivers, at which point they can be dealt to any team. Here are some players that may be moved in August:

    Cliff Lee


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    The Phillies were one of the bigger sellers at the deadline. They let go of Hunter Pence and Shane Victorino, giving them some salary space and bullpen help. However, after signing Cole Hamels to a $144 million extension, they have too much money invested in their rotation. Not having to pay Pence gives them space, but also a void that needs to be filled on offense and in the outfield.

    Cliff Lee is still owed $75 million over the next three seasons and is too much of a liability for a team looking to rebuild. Few will be looking to pick up his salary, but he could be very helpful for a team looking to add a starting pitcher in the postseason. The Phils might be able to get a prospect in return, but more importantly, moving Lee will free some payroll. The outfield is not Philadelphia’s only hole, the team still needs a third baseman and could use the extra money to bring one in this winter.

    Before the deadline, the Diamondbacks and Rangers exhibited the most interest in Lee, so look for them to make an offer if he clears.

    Aramis Ramirez


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    There are not many good third basemen this year. Aramis Ramirez, however, has been playing well and is boasting a .291 batting average with 13 home runs and 67 RBIs. The Brewers, on the other hand, are 48-56 and slowly losing hope of making a push for the offseason.

    Because of his backloaded salary, they can do without the slugger. Ramierz is due $10 million in 2013 and $16 million in 2014, so he will almost certainly clear waivers. If Milwaukee is willing to pick up some of his salary, they may be able to boost their future hopes by obtaining some prospects in return.

    They seem to need a third basemen, but it is unlikely that the Yankees will be after the 34-year-old. His contract is too big and Eric Chavez has been playing fine in place of Alex Rodriguez. The Diamondbacks and Athletics, on the other hand, may have interest. They both have holes at the corner and need to add some power to their offense. Also, both teams were rumored to be willing to add payroll, so his big contract might not be a huge factor.

    Matt Garza

    This one is a bit more complicated. Matt Garza is a highly sought after pitcher, and will have a tough time making it through waivers. The Cubs, however, are serious about their plans to rebuild and may be able to work out a deal with whichever team claims him.

    What makes him valuable is that he is under control until the end of 2013. Because of this, there is no urgency for Chicago to move him, but other teams will have more interest and they may be able to get a better deal now.

    The Cubs have already traded four players for five prospects and Garza will only add to those numbers. Moving him seems like a good idea, but the right-hander will first have to prove himself. He has been out for 10 days with an upper arm strain and teams will not want to take a chance unless they see he is healthy.

    B.J. Upton


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    B.J. Upton has struggled all season, batting just .242 and lacking power with just 9 home runs and a full-season low .372 slugging percentage. Although he becomes a free agent after this year, it is likely he will accept a one-year, $12.5 million qualifying offer from the Rays. Tendering the offer keeps them eligible for a compensatory draft pick, but Tampa Bay may want to move him instead.

    At 55-50, they are right in the hunt for the AL Wild Card, so moving Upton is risky. He has underperformed, but may still be better than his replacement. Also, because he has only a small amount of money left on his 2012 contract, teams will be all over him. Consequently, he probably won’t make it through waivers, so the Rays will have to work out a trade with one team.

    Jed Lowrie

    Before his leg injury in the middle of July, Jed Lowrie was having a solid season. His low salary of just $1.25 million will cause many teams to look at him when he passes through waivers.

    The 35-71 Astros are completely focused on the future and willing to trade just about anyone. Lowrie is only 28 and has a bright future ahead of him. He is under contract until after the 2014 season, making him valuable for any team looking for long-term help at shortstop. Lowrie’s only problem is his injury history. However, If he can stay healthy, he could be helpful on a number of teams.

    Others

    Jason Vargas was not moved before the deadline and could provide a team with bulk-innings help. He has one year left on his contract and would fit nicely on any team looking to make a playoff push. Obtaining him, however, is a gamble. He boasts an impressive 2.63 ERA at home, but a high 4.67 ERA on the road.

    Alfonso Soriano stated he would be willing to move to a new team, but none made a decent offer before the deadline. His $36 million deal through 2014 is not good for Chicago’s efforts to rebuild, so they will likely try to move him. He is having a good season, but his market value has not grown much. A team that needs right-handed power may be willing to pick up the left fielder.

    — Tim Moczula

    The trade deadline has passed, but that doesn’t mean players won’t be moved.

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