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It’s that time of year again when we hear ‘buyer’ and ’seller’ in every other baseball story. July 31st marks the non-waiver trading deadline and teams begin to analyze each plate appearance, each pitch thrown and each contract on the books.

By now, we all know Marian Hossa is a giant douchebag for signing a 1-year deal with Detroit, a team he feels gives him the best shot at winning a Stanley Cup. Didn't they play the Pens this year in the finals? Mmmyeah. Anyway, Yinz Team 1B/2B Spoon writes a glorious blog post on the subject over at douglasderda.com, I highly recommend you check it out.

Alex Cintron pulled a hammy running to 1st base during last night’s game against the Royals. Cintron went on the 15 day DL. Freddie Bynum comes up from Norfolk and gets a second chance in Baltimore. Its a shame that Cintron goes down right now when he’s been playing pretty good.

It's not the plot for a sitcom, it's a genuine possiblity...at least according to sportsnet.ca, the site that's reporting the Penguins have offered a contract to Jaromir Jagr. Let me now pick myself off of the floor, sniff some smelling salts and try to finish this post.

Unlike last year, this draft didn’t include a trade that would send a team from lottery to champs in a year. There were 2 headline names going in and the rest of the draft was with players that will turn into solid pros for years to come. This is an analysis of how the East fared in last night’s NBA draft: Atlanta Hawks- No picks in either round.

Trial and Error Guide to Viral Video Production Part 1: 110% Fail June 11th, 2008 I have attempted to release a viral video on more than one occasion. I have almost always been a complete failure. When Britney Spears shaved her head, I tried two strategies.

Ken Rosenthal has a new column; let's discuss. Rosenthal notes that many contenders will need relief help come July. We've got a list of available relievers here. The Brewers are interested in second baseman Brian Roberts. Rosenthal suggests they offer Rickie Weeks for Roberts and another player.

The Orioles are currently in last place, seven games behind the first place Red Sox and two games under .500. And while most teams would … [visit site to read more]

Batter Team (B) Inning Pitcher Team (P) Situation Kurt Suzuki (1) Athletics 5th Jeremy Guthrie (8) Orioles 1 on, 0 out, 1-0 Mark Ellis (3) Athletics 10th (GW) Lance Cormier (1) Orioles 0 on, 2 out, 5-5 Joey Votto (5) Reds 2nd Jon Lieber (3) Cubs 0 on, 0 out, 0-0 Adam Dunn (6) Reds 2nd Jon

The Baltimore Orioles started off their three game series with the Minnesota Twins on the right foot with a 5-3 victory on Tuesday night.  The win puts the Orioles just one win away from the .500 mark as they sit at 28-29 on the season.