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5 hours ago
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Astros GM Dana Brown 'would love' to land No. 3 starter at trade deadline
The Houston Astros are going to be buyers at the MLB trade deadline, and it's only a question of what kind og players they target. With needs at second base, outfield, third base, and in the rotation, there are plenty of avenues for general manager Dana Brown to take. But Brown has one area of the roster that he wants to address at the trade deadline, even if it's not the highest priority need. According to former GM Jim Bowden, during an appearance on Foul Territory, Brown "would love" to add another starting pitcher. "He wants a game three starter for the playoffs," Bowden said. "They feel great about Valdez and Hunter Brown pitching games one and two... he would love to get that game three starter." The Astros have one of the better one-two punches atop their starting rotation. Valdez has a 2.62 ERA and an 11-4 record with 141 strikeouts in 21 starts this season, while Brown has a 2.54 ERA and a 9-5 record with 149 strikeouts over his 21 starts. But, aside from those two, the Astros' rotation has a lot of question marks, thanks in large part to a ridiculous amount of pitchers on the injured list. MORE: Astros DFA fan favorite slugger, according to wife's announcement Spencer Arrighetti, Cristian Javier, Lance McCullers Jr., Luis Garcia, Brandon Walter, and J.P. France all could return at some point this season, while Hayden Wesneski and Ronel Blanco are done for the year. Any of those starters could be the team's number three starter for a postseason series. But Brown is looking to the trade market to land such a starting pitcher instead of relying on the uncertain returns of their injured starting pitchers. Merrill Kelly of the Arizona Diamondbacks is one name to monitor, as he'd be a more affordable option than some of the controllable pitchers on the market. While Bowden reports that the Astros "would love" to add another starting pitcher, those options are expensive and limited. But, if the right deal presents itself, the Astros could pounce and add a new starting pitcher at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. MORE MLB NEWS: Guardians announce Emmanuel Clase's replacement amid closer placed on leave Tigers trade for Twins' 4.95 ERA starter for minor leaguer Guardians' Shane Bieber drawing interest ahead of trade deadline Guardians' Steven Kwan 'desired' by Phillies at trade deadline Cardinals get horrible news on top-ten pitching prospect Padres named among most desperate teams at MLB trade deadline
South Wales Argus
6 days ago
- South Wales Argus
Newport man hit girlfriend ‘after she mistreated pet spider'
Gwynfor Bowden, 44, also strangled the woman when he put her in a headlock after they fell out while celebrating New Year's Eve together at her Newport home. The couple, who had been in a relationship for four years, were both 'heavily intoxicated' at the time. Bowden attacked her because he 'wanted to teach her a lesson', Cardiff Crown Court was told. Ross McQuillan-Johnson, prosecuting, said: 'An argument broke out with the defendant claiming his partner was mistreating his pet spider. MORE NEWS: Money-laundering family caught red-handed with £14,000 in criminal cash 'It escalated to the point of physical violence after he asked her, 'How would you like it if I treated you like that?' 'The defendant struck her across the top of her head with a bottle of prosecco.' Blood poured from the cut he caused her. 'To his credit, realising what he had done, he contacted the ambulance service,' Mr McQuillan-Johnson added. Bowden admitted the assaults after he was arrested by the police and he was granted conditional bail. Whilst on that bail, which prevented him from contacting her, he went to her house on Saturday, May 10 where they started drinking and listening to music. Another argument broke out and the defendant smashed her phone as she was calling the police. He then got into his car and drove off before he was stopped by officers on Ogmore Crescent in the Bettws area of Newport. Bowden refused to be breathalysed at the scene but later gave a sample at the police station. The defendant's reading was 60 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath with the legal limit being 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. Bowden, of Power Street, Newport pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation, assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH), criminal damage and drink driving. He has one previous conviction for ABH from 2012 which was also committed in a domestic violence background. His barrister Paul Hewitt said his client was a former soldier who had suffered from psychotic depression following tours in Iraq in 2007 and Afghanistan in 2009. 'There is remorse here,' Bowden's lawyer added. The defendant had spent more than two months in prison after he was remanded in custody by magistrates following the May matters. The judge, Recorder Simon Stephenson, told him that his offending was aggravated by three factors. They were that it occurred in a "domestic abuse context", that he had been drinking and by his previous conviction for a similar offence. Bowden was jailed for 16 months and two weeks with the sentence suspended for 12 months. He will have to attend an accredited programme, complete a 15-day rehabilitation activity requirement and he was made the subject of a 90-day alcohol abstinence and monitoring requirement. The defendant will have to pay a victim surcharge.
Newsweek
21-07-2025
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- Newsweek
Yankees' Cody Bellinger for Mets' Mark Vientos Trade Floated as 'Deal to Be Had'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The New York Yankees won their series against the Atlanta Braves with a victory on Sunday, but some of their biggest concerns going into the All-Star break seem to be lingering. Primarily, the Yankees fell victim to some poor base running in the series when Jorbit Vivas was thrown out by Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna in a highlight throw that propelled a harsh loss for the Bombers on Friday. The Yankees have been urged to land an upgrade for Vivas at the trade deadline, and that play has only strengthened calls for a new infielder. And as the Yankees canvas their options for an external addition, The Athletic's Jim Bowden has floated an interesting trade idea that would involve the New York Mets. "Maybe there's even a deal to be had with the crosstown Mets, who could offer Mark Vientos for Jasson Dominguez or Cody Bellinger or perhaps Brett Baty for Trent Grisham," Bowden wrote. "There just aren't a lot of sellers at this trade deadline, so GMs will have to get creative; GM Brian Cashman has a long track record of doing that." NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 01: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees looks on from the dugout before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Yankee Stadium on April 01, 2025 in... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 01: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees looks on from the dugout before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Yankee Stadium on April 01, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo) More Elsa/Getty If Cashman really does want to get creative in a deal with the Mets, a trade that would swap Bellinger for Vientos could be the most intriguing option floated by Bowden. Bellinger has been excellent for the Yankees since joining via trade this past winter, but he has a $25 million player option for next year and could be preparing to opt out. Meanwhile, Vientos seems to have taken a step back for the Mets this season but enjoyed a strong campaign at third base last year and has another year of pre-arbitration ahead. If the Yankees feel like he can be their third base solution for years to come and the Mets are looking for more of a win-now upgrade in the outfield, a startling crosstown trade like this could ultimately make sense for both sides. More MLB: NL Central Race Heating Up Leading into Trade Deadline
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10-07-2025
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Phillies Trade Idea Sends Two Top-Ten Prospects For Cardinals' Ryan Helsley
Phillies Trade Idea Sends Two Top-Ten Prospects For Cardinals' Ryan Helsley originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Phillies need bullpen help, badly. With Jordan Romano being a massive disappointment this season, the team needs to add another reliever, especially a righty. Advertisement There might be a solid option at this year's MLB trade deadline. According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, a trade idea for the Phillies could land St. Louis Cardinals All-Star closer Ryan Helsley for two prospects. "He's in his free-agent walk year, and the Cardinals are still within striking distance." Bowden writes. "A reasonable return in a trade with the Phillies could be second baseman Aroon Escobar and outfielder Griffin Burkholder." Helsley is in the final year of his deal and will be a free agent after this season. If the Phillies trade for him, it'd just be for the remainder of the year, just like what they did with Carlos Esteves a year ago. While they'd only get half a season out of him, Helsley would be a nice addition to the bullpen. This season, he has a 3.19 ERA in 31 innings pitched, with 18 saves, 35 strikeouts, and 13 walks. Advertisement Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (59) celebrates a run scored in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Chenoy-Imagn Images He's allowed a WHIP of 1.387, the second highest of his MLB career thus far, but he's still a solid reliever and would be a significant upgrade over Romano, who has a 7.44 ERA this season. The two players the Phillies are trading are both top ten prospects. Escobar is the sixth-ranked prospect in the organization, and recently, made his debut in the MLB top 100 prospects. He's been a steady riser in the Phillies' farm system, and the 20-year-old could be a significant piece in a deal, like this proposed one from Bowden. Burkholder, meanwhile, is a 19-year-old who was drafted in 2024 by the Phillies and has a .734 OPS in the minor leagues this season. Advertisement Both are valuable prospects, and losing both would sting. But the return, two-time All-Star Ryan Helsley, would be a huge addition to the bullpen. He'd help the Phillies make a World Series push and resolve the team's Romano issues. This trade idea from Bowden would have the Phillies landing an All-Star closer while sending away two young prospects who have a lot of potential. It'd sting to lose both, but the addition of Helsley could make up for it. Related: Phillies Trade Idea Lands Twins Byron Buxton With 'Godfather' Offer Related: Phillies' Justin Crawford Plan Revealed by Dave Dombrowski Amid Trade Rumors This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
MLB Pundit Believes Phillies Could Acquire $81 Million Cardinals Pitcher For This Return
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Philadelphia Phillies are keeping every option open on the table when it comes to adding relievers. One of those options is St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley. Helsley has been a player whose name has been thrown around for several months since the season began. Now, MLB insider and former general manager Jim Bowden thinks the Cardinals could send him to Philadelphia. ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JULY 8: Ryan Helsley #56 of the St. Louis Cardinals pitches against the Washington Nationals in the ninth inning at Busch Stadium on July 8, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri. ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JULY 8: Ryan Helsley #56 of the St. Louis Cardinals pitches against the Washington Nationals in the ninth inning at Busch Stadium on July 8, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri."Helsley has a 3.30 ERA, a 3.79 FIP and 17 saves in 22 opportunities this season," wrote Bowden. "He's in his free-agent walk year and the Cardinals are still within striking distance." Here is the full trade Bowden predicted: Philadelphia Phillies acquire: RHP Ryan Helsley St. Louis Cardinals acquire: INF Aroon Escobar, OF Griffin Burkholder "MLB Pipeline ranks Escobar and Burkholder sixth and ninth, respectively, in the Phillies' system," added Bowden. Coughing up two top-10 prospects for a rental may seem like a large asking price, but high-end relievers are hard to come by at the deadline. Those who are selling them will certainly raise the price knowing other teams will be desperate and overpay. This would mark the second year in a row that the Phillies have had to go out and bring in a legitimate closer at the trade deadline. The Jordan Romano contract has been nothing but a disaster, and he reverts back to his early-season struggles just when you think he may turn a corner. If the Phillies are serious are pushing for a World Series this year, this is a trade they need to be willing to make when the time comes. More MLB: Blue Jays Surprisingly Named Fit for Sandy Alcantara During Recent Surge
