Closer is the new running back by committee.
Last year, I traded Joe Nathan for Mark Teixeira in July. I knew I'd be able to snag a closer or two off the waiver wire after the dust settled from the trade deadline. Any similar opportunities this year?
- Rockies closer Brian Fuentes seems very likely to be traded. Should you go for Taylor Buchholz or Manny Corpas? I lean toward Corpas, though Buchholz has earned a look. Corpas is pitching decently lately. Buchholz has been untouchable all year.
- The Nationals might have a hard time parting with Jon Rauch, but if they do it might have to be Saul Rivera or Luis Ayala.
- The Orioles might trade George Sherrill. Jim Johnson could get the nod despite the weak strikeout rate. Chris Ray could return before year's end.
- The Astros' Jose Valverde could be available. This one's not getting much press. Doug Brocail would be next in line.
- Long shot - Trevor Hoffman could be dealt. Then it'd be Heath Bell's turn.
- The Indians' Joe Borowski should be available. It'd probably be Masahide Kobayashi after that.
