The Philadelphia Phillies needed a bat to solidify their lineup, specifically in the five hole behind Ryan Howard. Houston gets first baseman Jonathan Singleton who can also play the outfield. They also picked up minor league righties Jarred Cosart and…

The Cleveland Indians needed to acquire a starting pitcher to bolster their team for a run at a playoff spot in the AL Central. Ubaldo Jimenez is the aforementioned starting pitcher. The Indians gave up a lot to get the…

The Arizona Diamondbacks had the worst bullpen in baseball last year, and now this year they have a much improved ‘pen that has the third most saves in baseball. They further bolstered their relief core by trading for Oakland reliever…

Orlando Cabrera knows how to pick his contenders, or has a knack for landing on playoff-bound teams. And it seems if the current standings hold he will in fact make the playoffs yet again. Other players have made the playoffs…

The St. Louis Cardinals needed an upgrade at shortstop. Naturally it makes sense that they went after shortstop Rafael Furcal. Furcal is one of the top shortstops available despite a .197 batting average. That number is skewered to some extent…

The Braves needed a leadoff hitter, so naturally they went and acquired one of the best ones on the market and in general in Michael Bourn. Bourn, 28, who previously was the centerpiece of the Brad Lidge trade is now…