Start by accepting that Jeanmar Gomez seems like a likely trade target. The Phillies’ closer is absolutely indistinguishable from George Kontos statistically, but he has a lot of saves? Or something. Most importantly, he shouldn’t cost a top-three prospect. That would be a half-victory!
For the first time, we have a concrete rumor that the Giants are interested in Gomez instead of me connecting the dots because this is my 20th trade deadline or so with them. The good news is that they’re also interested in several other relievers as well. From Jerry Crasnick:
I’ll just assume the top scout is Pat Burrell for extra fun.