[EmpireWF]

Why are the Baltimore Orioles considering trading Erik Bedard? He's young and a good pitcher. Here are some trade rumors out of Baltimore...

Baltimore Sun
"The GM meetings start next week, and the Orioles should have a better understanding of the market for Erik Bedard and Miguel Tejada.

It’s a shame that we’re even discussing the possibility of Bedard being traded. He’s a homegrown No. 1 starter who’s signed through 2009. Teams usually embrace these guys. But the Orioles aren’t going to lose him in free agency. I think they'd rather deal him if they don’t believe they can sign him to an extension. "

[Lefty Noob]

And this, ladies and gentlemen, is exactly why the Orioles will never be any good again. No sooner than they start looking promising than the team wants to jettison a starter like Bedard. I can just see all the playoff contenders salivating at getting this kid and giving him an extension.

[azrael492]

Do the Reds have a shot, or would he want too much already????

[tvdoc5]

Orioles offer Bedard 5/60 before they trade him to Dodgers for Hu,Kemp and Loney. Bye Bye Erick ( WAREHOUSE CHATTER )

[legend]

Bedard was the probable Cy Young winner before his injury. If they cannot keep him, they need to shut things down.

[EmpireWF]

Originally Posted by tvdoc5

Orioles offer Bedard 5/60 before they trade him to Dodgers for Hu,Kemp and Loney. Bye Bye Erick ( WAREHOUSE CHATTER )

Bedard could definitely get a higher deal.

Would LA do that? That's an awfully large package for a starter who hasn't pitched a full year in awhile.

[ThePundit]

Originally Posted by EmpireWF

Why are the Baltimore Orioles considering trading Erik Bedard? He's young and a good pitcher. Here are some trade rumors out of Baltimore...

Baltimore Sun
"The GM meetings start next week, and the Orioles should have a better understanding of the market for Erik Bedard and Miguel Tejada.

It’s a shame that we’re even discussing the possibility of Bedard being traded. He’s a homegrown No. 1 starter who’s signed through 2009. Teams usually embrace these guys. But the Orioles aren’t going to lose him in free agency. I think they'd rather deal him if they don’t believe they can sign him to an extension. "

You're right. He should be untouchable much less considering trading him.

[azrael492]

The Reds are opening up their purses. Let them trade for him.

[JohnnyK27]

Ok ... You guys want the real scoop on Bedard????

Here it is .... I spoke to Orioles commentator & Former Pitcher Dave Johnson. He said Bedard doesn't like Maryland. He has no intention of resigning here.

Furthermore, He is not good with the Media & Fans. He is not a Good clubhouse guy & he only wants to pitch 6 Innings.

Heres the reality the O's face

1) Mcphail says the O's will rebuild. (Wont be competative for at least 2-3 years.

2) Bedard & Roberts will be free agents & are long tired of losing.

3) Tejada,Mora, & Hernandez will be way past their primes. (not to mention the morale of these guys)

The Orioles only shot would be trading each of these guys for the best 2 or 3 prospects they can get. (Bedard, Roberts, & Tejada). All reports that I have heard for Tejada have been for 3 guys that are much younger & are ready/ pr nearly ready. Roberts is among the best leadoff men in the league. He would certainly draw serious interest & offers. So wpuld Bedard after Santana is traded.

4) Hernandez & Mora have value & should be traded to get a prospect & maybe a second (a ball prospect) They should be willing & creative enough to absorb some payroll for the club that obtains them.

Everyone is said to be available with the exception of Markakis.

I believe Mcphail will get a lot done in the next few months.

[JohnnyK27]

What do you think the Reds would have to Offer?

[EmpireWF]

Reports say the Mets offered the Orioles a package of OF Lastings Milledge, RHP Aaron Heilman and RHP Phil Humber for Bedard, but were turned down.

However, the Mets need a top starter and like Bedard. They could include OF Carlos Gomez and perhaps another pitcher.

[ThePundit]

I still don't get why the Orioles would consider trading this guy. It makes NO sense.

[EmpireWF]

Bedard has told the team he has no intentions of signing a new contract with them. So he'll become a free-agent after the 2009 season (I think).

So they should get something now, shouldn't they? It's not like the availability of starters is high right now.

[EmpireWF]

[quote=tvdoc5;210512]Orioles offer Bedard 5/60 before they trade him to Dodgers for Hu,Kemp and Loney. Bye Bye Erick

Interesting....this was from a few months ago.

Today, the Dodgers and Orioles are reportedly discussing a possible deal that would send RHP Jonathan Broxton and OF Matt Kemp to Baltimore for Bedard.

[ThePundit]

I still thing Baltimore is crazy. Who is going to pitch for them? Instead of trading him, they should try to sign this guy long term.