I have not seen it in print but my sources inform me that the Cardinals are offering Allen Craig (remember him from his off-the-bench hitting in the WS?) for Jake. Known for his hitting, Craig is an amazing defender. Top drawer at 1B and has never commited an error in the outfield in his 4 year career where he plays the most.
Stay tuned
Oh yes...he was the one involved in that weird interference play at 3B giving the Cards the win (game 5 I think)
Last edited by St. Louis Carter; 07-08-2014 at 02:33 PM.
Well it did not take long for this rumor to be squashed...The Cards GM just released a statement denying that such a trade is in the works. I don't know what to believe now but there is NO doubt that he want's to deal Craig for SOME big name starter, and soon.
A lot of places are reporting the Cardinals are interested in Peavy. Craig seems to make sense for both teams, and with him greatly underperforming this year, he'd fit right in with the 2014 Sox.
I'm not seeing this denial anywhere.Originally Posted by St. Louis Carter
I can't see getting Craig for Peavy--- maybe Roger Craig. I'd definitely accept the offer of CRaig.
The King of TalkSox has Spoken.
GM Mozielik denied it on a local St. Louis sports show. The word will be out soon I figure. I don't live there anymore so I don't even know the show's name.
Last edited by St. Louis Carter; 07-08-2014 at 03:51 PM.
LOL...good one.
Red Sox Report
Peavy trade to Cards could happen soon
July, 8, 2014
Jul 8
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By ESPNBoston.com
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ESPN.com's Jayson Stark, following up on a report that the St. Louis Cardinals are interested in Red Sox right-hander Jake Peavy and sent a scout to Boston to watch his start on Sunday, reported that a source told him a deal could be made "quick."
That leaves open speculation that the Red Sox would like to strike a deal before game time Wednesday, when they would like to activate right-hander Rubby De La Rosa for a start again against the White Sox. That would preclude Boston from having to make another roster move to create space for De La Rosa.
Could it happen that quickly? The Cardinals need rotation help, and they were very close to trading for Peavy at last year's deadline -- so close, that Peavy thought he was going to the Cardinals.
is it a no comment reply or something? GM usually don't answer anything.
Sorry, I didn't see the show. All I know is that he "denied" the story. But this GM lies between his teeth on a daily basis. It's VERY possible that he is in contact with other teams and does not want to queer one deal messing around with another.
Just the way I figure it. I could be completely wrong.
Sell high on Peavy. The Red Sox need a 1st baseman and the Cardinals need a starting pitcher. Now is the time for the Red Sox to cash in some assets as the trade deadline approaches. We might have to exchange some prospects as well, but I feel the main pieces in a Peavy-Craig deal would benefit both teams.
Apparently Ben told Peavy that he may be dealt, according to Peavy.
So then Peavy stands a chance of posting a winning record for the year. Poor guy deserves a break like that.
What? Where did you get that idea? What is wrong with Napoli?
The cards would be stupid to deal Craig for Peavy. When at his best, Craig is a middle of the lineup RBI machine. He got hurt last yr and hasn't been the same. He's 29 and should be entering his prime. My bet is that he puts up big numbers next yr when he is fully healthy
Hal sucks
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