Transaction Analysis

Transaction Analysis: ‘A’ Power Pickup UPDATED

The A's make a big time power acquisition in exchange for a groundballing reliever.

The Rangers trade for their second elite reliever in as many days.

A three-way trade sends an injury-prone hurler to the Red Sox and a slew of prospects to Hollywood.

The Cardinals add former star shortstop Rafael Furcal for the stretch run.

After division rival Philly grabbed Hunter Pence, Atlanta acquires former teammate Michael Bourn at a much smaller cost.

The Orioles and Pirates hook up to swap a veteran first baseman for a young first-sacker.

While waiting for Ubaldo Jimenez to take his physical, the Indians decided to spin their backup second baseman to the Bay area.

What we would have said about a deal that fell through.

The Orioles deal their closer for some pitching help and an infielder.

The D'Backs look to add stability to their rotation with the addition of Jason Marquis.

The Royals manage a decent haul for a utility player without much of a future with the club.

The Tigers add a nice middle-of-the-rotation starter for a playoff push as the M's grab a couple of nice pieces for their future.

Milwaukee adds another piece to help out at second base with Rickie Weeks on the DL.

Did the Astros hunt down the best deal for their star outfielder, or was their haul tuppence a bag?

The Cubs try to unclog their outfield situation, while the Indians send along a couple of players who may be more than warm bodies.

The Giants add some much-needed offense, while the Mets secure salary relief and a high-upside young arm.