2007 MLB Trade Deadline: The off-day of all off-days.
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by Dayala718
Considering the Mets didn't play a game today, it will still go down as one of the busiest days in sports this year. The following occurred or is bound to happen:
Bill Walsh's death: Great man, great coach, great legacy. R.I.P. Bill.
The Braves acquire Marc Texeira for Jarrod Saltalamacchia and two top prospects: If I'm the Braves, I am thrilled. This could be the move that pushes them into first and into the playoffs. Don't look now, but the Braves have a pretty sick team. This deal is still pending as of Monday night.
The Mets acquire Luis Castillo for two prospects: Decent move by the Mets. Shore up the infield (key concern), add a non-strikeout but powerless bat, and also add speed to the offense. This will shore up the loss of Jose Valentin but will cost hot-hitting Ruben Gotay some playing time.
The Phillies acquire Kyle Lohse: Eh. Could prove valuable.
Pedro Martinez will throw a 45-pitch rehab start tomorrow and seems well on his way to an August comeback. Paul Lo Duca also feels optimistic that his leg injury is not serious. However, Carlos Beltran is a whole 'nother story as Omar Minaya said he will probably go on the disabled list tomorrow afternoon.
The Timberwolves acquire Kevin Garnett for "everyone that is not really important": Sure, Al Jefferson was given up, but with a starting lineup featuring Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, and K.G., who's complaining? This deal is still pending as of Monday night.
Barry Bonds still remains one homer short of 755, as does A-Rod of 500. Tom Glavine will go for win number 300 tomorrow night.
