mlbdailydish : reported that MLB trade rumors: Astros 'doing background work' on Giants' Jeff Samardzija

As Jon Paul Morosi of MLB.com reports, the Astros are "doing background work" on Giants right-hander Jeff Samardzija as a potential trade candidate. Reed, to name a few—may be of intrigue to the Giants as they seek to add some younger position players to the organization. On the surface, Samardzija hasn't had a great year, as he's posted a 4.58 ERA while allowing 1.4 homers per nine innings over 18 starts. For that reason, Samardzija could end up being a rather attractive commodity despite the fact that he doesn't have an exceptionally great track record. According to FanGraphs' WAR calculation, he's the sixth-most valuable starter in the National League with a 2.3 fWAR.

MLB trade rumors: Sorting out the market for starting pitchers

"I said earlier this season that I would like to be here for a long time," Lynn told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Two weeks from Monday marks the non-waiver trade deadline, and the Cubs jumped the market for starting pitching by acquiring Jose Quintana from the cross-town White Sox. With the clock ticking to July 31, here's a quick look at three tiers of starting pitchers out there:Three top targetsSonny Gray, A's. A plus: He can't be a free agent until after the 2019 season and is making only $3.6 million this year. He broke out in 2015, when he was 14-7 with a 2.73 ERA and an All-Star but has been bothered by injuries.

MLB trade rumors: Astros take prospects out of games, many jump to Jacob deGrom conclusion

Hooks radio broadcast says they aren't sure why Kyle Tucker left the game #Astros — Form Voltron! Those who paid attention to the Futures Game in any way shape or form probably know the name Kyle Tucker. When Alvarez was again not in the lineup Sunday and Tucker reportedly isn't in the lineup Sunday, the trade rumors are still swirling. It should also be noted that a trade for deGrom would take more than Tucker and Alvarez. 5 overall pick, and a man that all rumors over the last few weeks have said is untouchable in trade talks.


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