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Steve Gilbert / MLB.com:
D-backs get relief in Rauch from Nats — Washington receives infielder Bonifacio in return — PHOENIX — The D-backs weary bullpen is about to get some help. — Arizona acquired right-hander Jon Rauch from the Nationals on Tuesday in exchange for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio.
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Chico Harlan / Nationals Journal:
Breaking news: Rauch traded, Guzman re-signed — On the same day, the Nationals determined the futures of their two most valuable veterans. They traded closer Jon Rauch to Arizona and they signed all-star shortstop Cristian Guzman to a two-year contract extension, keeping him with the team through 2010.
Bill Ladson / MLB.com:
Nats trade Rauch for infielder — Speedy second baseman expected to be solid leadoff hitter — SAN FRANCISCO — The Nationals traded reliever Jon Rauch to the Diamondbacks for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio, who was then optioned to Triple-A Columbus, on Tuesday.
Tim Brown / Yahoo! Sports:
Who's next after Rauch, Wolf? — Baseball's trade market Tuesday turned away from the splashy and toward the routine - and borderline irrelevant, in the case of the Houston Astros - and that landscape is beginning to resemble what many general managers believe will be a measured conclusion to the non-waiver trading season.
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D-backs get relief: Acquire Rauch from Nationals — With starter Micah Owings pressed into service in the bullpen, the Arizona Diamondbacks needed some relief. They got it on Tuesday. — The D-backs acquired right-hander Jon Rauch from the Washington Nationals for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio.
Joehamrahi / Baseball Digest Daily Blog:
Diamondbacks - Nationals Trade — The Arizona Diamondbacks today announced that they have acquired right-handed pitcher Jon Rauch from the Washington Nationals in exchange for infielder Emilio Bonifacio. — Rauch, 29, went 4-2 with a 2.98 ERA (16 ER in 48.1 IP) and 17 saves in 48 games …
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Corey Brock / MLB.com:
Astros acquire Wolf from Padres — Houston sends Minor League pitcher for veteran left-hander — CINCINNATI — The Padres found a willing trade partner for left-handed pitcher Randy Wolf on Tuesday, sending the veteran to the Astros for Minor League right-handed pitcher Chad Reineke.
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Chris Duncan / Associated Press:
Astros acquire LHP Wolf from Padres — HOUSTON (AP)—The Houston Astros acquired pitcher Randy Wolf from San Diego on Tuesday in exchange for minor leaguer Chad Reineke. — Wolf, an NL All-Star in 2003, is 6-10 with a 4.74 ERA in 21 starts for the Padres this season.
Geoff Baker / Mariners Blog:
Lester dominates; Ramirez lectured by traffic cop — The Boston fans in the crowd here, and there were thousands of them at Safeco Field tonight, erupt as Jonathan Papelbon and company jog back to the dugout after ending a wild eighth inning. Seattle loaded the bases with one out off Jon Lester …
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Bill Ladson / MLB.com:
Guzman agrees to two-year extension — SAN FRANCISCO — Nationals shortstop Cristian Guzman has decided to forgo free agency and agreed to terms on a two-year $16 million contract extension. Guzman will make $8 million in 2009 and ‘10. — Guzman has been the Nationals’ best player this season.
MLB.com:
Yankees to celebrate 62nd—and largest—Old-Timers' Day at Yankee Stadium with 15 first-time attendees — The New York Yankees announced today that 15 first-time Old-Timers will attend the 62nd annual Old-Timers' Day at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 2. This season marks the final …
George A. King III / New York Post:
‘LAST CALL’ FOR AILING GODZILLA — If Hideki Matsui's left knee fills with fluid again, GM Brian Cashman believes it will be impossible for the Yankee DH to avoid a second knee surgery. — “If the knee swells up we are dealing with last call,” Cashman said last night after Dr. Scott Rodeo recommended …
John Hickey / seattlepi.com Mariners blog:
Mariners await results of MRI on Bedard — It may be a while yet before Erik Bedard pitches again for Seattle. — Bedard was sent for an MRI of his left shoulder Tuesday afternoon. The Mariners are concerned because as of Monday, Bedard was still feeling too much tenderness to resume throwing.
Tim Malcolm / Phillies Nation:
Commentary: Season Heating Up, Phils Cooling Off — So tonight begins a three-game series with the Mets. First place is on the line tonight and all week. — Tonight is also game 100. The Phillies sit at 53-46, a very borderline good team. Though their run differential stands at a stout +75, you wouldn't know it.
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