Trade Rumor Updates

Roy Halladay - The frontrunners to land Halladay were the Phillies, but they just dealt for Cliff Lee, so they are now out of the picture. Reports continue to swirl that Boston has offered Clay Buchholz as part of a package of prospects, but trade talks between the Sox and Jays do not seem to have much momentum. The Yankees are still unnervingly quiet and there are whispers that they are in on Halladay. Most insiders seem to agree that Toronto would require both Joba Chamberlain and Phil Hughes in any deal, a price New York would not likely be willing to pay. Tom Verducci is now reporting that Toronto may not trade Halladay at all, a scenario which would leave Blue Jays' GM J.P. Riccardi looking rather inept.
Chance Sox will deal for Halladay: 7%

Cliff Lee - Lee was dealt to Philadelphia, ending any pursuit by Boston.
Chance Sox will deal for Lee: 0%

Victor Martinez - By trading Lee, Cleveland has entered another rebuilding period, so hanging onto Martinez would make little sense when they could swap him for pieces that could help them contend in 2010 or 2011. Look for Cleveland to deal him by Friday's deadline. Tom Verducci thinks the Red Sox are the "most aggressive" team pursuing a deal. The Rays are rumored to be involved as well, but as they continue to slide further out of the playoff picture their interest should wane. Cleveland wants a top pitching prospect, which would mean Clay Buchholz, a price the Red Sox almost certainly will not meet. Unless interest in Martinez spikes soon, Cleveland may be forced to lower its asking price, making a deal more likely.
Chance Sox will deal for Martinez - 40%