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Yankees Get Pudge For Fanrnsworth

The New York Yankees announced today that they have acquired catcher Ivan Rodriguez from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for right-handed pitcher Kyle Farnsworth.

Rodriguez, 36, was batting .295 (89-for-302) with 16 doubles, 3 triples, 5 home runs and 32 RBI in 82 games (79 starts at catcher) with the Detroit Tigers this season. Over his last 30 games since June 10, he is batting .382 (42-for-110) with 3 doubles, 1 triple, 4 home runs and 11 RBI.

Via RealGM Staff Report


Report: Yankees Acquire Pudge Rodriguez

The Yankees acquired Ivan Rodriguez, a 14-time All-Star catcher, from the Tigers on Wednesday afternoon, according to ESPN.

Via ESPN


Report: Marlins Targeting Pudge

The Marlins have reportedly inquired about Tigers catcher Ivan Rodriguez, according to The Detroit Free Press.

However, the Tigers have said that Rodriguez isn't available, despite his status as an impeding free agent.

Via The Detroit Free Press


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