EHCC Trehde Rumors: Eastern Division

With all the focus on the "slumping" Western division, the East side of the EHCC is the one that only sports three teams at or above .500 going into Week 10 (West has 5). The picture in the East has become a bit more clear for some as to what the next few weeks hold, and the rumors swirling enforce what everyone is already thinking. Click below for a team-by-team breakdown of all the rumors collected from around the Eastern Division, and other insights as to the direction of each franchise.

EHCC Trehde Rumors: Eastern Division
By: Jim Fierkes, EHCCTrehdeRumors.com


Weymouth Shaddupu

Let's start with the juggernaut shaddy poo. The islanders have had one of the strongest starts in EHCC history, but all it takes is that one loss to get the fans clamoring for reinforcements. Don't expect any big moves from Yukon this trade deadline. While the team waits for Ryan Braun and Mike Trout to come back the Poo would be wise to simply bring up Cody Bellinger to get a taste of winning at the highest level. Fans would really love to see Aaron Judge out there instead, but alas, he's stuck down the street in Bridgewater doing his best Daniel Murphy impression. If they're going to make any move, Bellinger is the guy to dangle and the best way to do it is put him in the field and show him off to his upcoming opponent list (SD, RIO, QC), who could all potentially become sellers by the deadline. But seeing Aaron Judge perform at the level has this year may be enough to give GM Yukon Cornelius second thoughts about trading their next best outfield prospect. When asked if Weymouth had anything in the works, Cornelius stated simply "I've got nothing". (First reported by Kai Yack of the Islander Issues)

San Fernando Valley Jets

From the best to the worst - San Fernando is not in an enviable position by any standards. They have the least desirably assets of any potential seller, the one asset that is expected to be of any value (2018 1st round MaDP) is simply off the table, and there's simply no end in sight. The Jets were one of the teams interested in trading for Kyle Schwarber, but with Las Vegas now expecting to be sellers at the deadline (more on them later), this is not looking like a likely match. The three assets that should end up being on the move by time the deadline roles around should be Mike Moustakas (3B), Marcell Ozuna (OF), and Corey Knebel (RP). With no clear, long term answer for losing Adrian Beltre, Dublin would be the logical landing spot for Moustakas, though word has it plenty of teams could use an upgrade at the hot corner. Ozuna has been reportedly unhappy in San Fernando ever since moving there. "No one cares, not even the fans. I'm a winner, simple as that. I need to be somewhere that wants winners," Ozuna told a group of Tijuana reporters after a recent road trip where the Jets lost 2-8. Ozuna is playing at the start of his "prime" and would net the biggest return, but Corey Knebel may be the first Jet to take off for a new destination. Talks have already been had with Rakeville, Las Vegas, and Tijuana regarding the young power bullpen arm. Tijuana makes the most sense here, and they should end up being the strongest "buyer" at the deadline of the three, willing to give up what San Fernando needs. (First reported by Holly Woodsign of the San Fernando Valley High School Pearl Post)

Rakeville Rockets

The newest info out of Rakeville is that they still want to win. After winning 3 of their last 4 match ups they have put away the fire sale signs and they're considering buying - of all things though they're in the market for bullpen help. The Rockets are one of two teams that have yet to win the Saves category all season (Quebec City is the other), and they have racked up a total of 2 whole saves all season - both thanks to their Tony Watson trade(s) earlier this season. GM Jack Reed has a reputation of being stingy and unwilling to answer requests for information unless tempted with Bagel Bites, but the rumors are swirling pretty strong around the Rockets listening to offers on Eric Thames (OF) and Jose Abreau (1B). However, even with all the assumptions of a veteran purge in Rakeville, teams aren't getting their hopes up as they might have in the past regarding star 1B Miguel Cabrera. "Miggy is gunna die wearing maroon and gold, but the dong master Thames is as good as gone in Rakeville," one rival GM assumed. (First reported by Aviator McShadesless of the Rakeville Times)

Las Vegas Doggs

The most active team in the league this season (43 moves made leads the league as of midway through Week 10) has already made three trades before the end of May., and shows no signs of stopping. They've made no secret of their desire to trade away veteran starter Jon Lester and disable listed starter Drew Smyly. They've also got a lot of old junk on the bench that could be considered desirable at the deadline to a team looking for an impact bat - but no one is biting. Look for guys like Kinsler (2B), McCutchen (OF), and Carpenter (1B) to end up being waiver trade dumps after the deadline - something the Doggs are typically the ones to jump on as they did with Justin Turner last season. The defending champs biggest hole is easily their minor league system, and trading away their two best protected arms to Quebec City didn't help any. With Villar and Matt Carpenter already publicly announcing they both refuse to play the hot corner next year, the Doggs main target looks to be 3B prospect Rafeal Devers, San Juan's prized piece. Las Vegas has been aggressive so far, but reports are saying San Juan will be standing pat on Devers until the end of July, though trading him is not out of the question if they think it'll help them catch the poo. (First reported by Max Powers of Baseball Tri-Weekly)

San Juan Guertites

Speaking of San Juan, the Guertites have been going through some clubhouse pains as of late, stemming from their recent struggles (losing 3 of their last 4). The loss of Chapman (RP), Syndergaard (SP), and Bumgarner (SP) have really taken its toll on the rest of the San Juan pitching staff and it's showing on the field. Between weeks 4 and 9, the San Juan pitching staff has only won 8 out of a possible 20 pitching categories, failing to take Wins or Strikeouts in any of those match ups. In that same time the Guertites have gone 1-3-1, but all the while their bats keep clicking: they took over half of the possible offensive categories in that same time. "It's time these pitchers got their act together and started pitching like they give a damn," Joey Batista told reporters after their 8-1 blow out loss to Tokyo. GM Dave Femino isn't the type of take this type of drama laying down has he's proven back in 2014 when he traded away Robinson Cano after he reportedly insulted the team bat boy who happened to be Femino's cousin's neighbor. "A spark may need to be lit," an anonymous source from inside the organization told beat reporter Stephen Eh Smith. (yes, Stephen Eh is a beat reporter now too. You got a problem with that?!). Rumors are now swirling that San Juan might make a quick move to make a point and it may involve a big name like Chapman, or a young piece like Vince Velasquez (SP). Joey Bats may also get the boot finally, as he's become the biggest voice of frustration from the line up, which isn't helping overall morale. Long term, look for San Juan to be buyers as they dangle prospect Rafeal Devers and MiDP's to the few sellers in the league (SD, LV, SFV, QC) for some pitching help that will push their rotation where it needs to be. (First reported by yours truly Stephen Eh Smith of Wherever He Damn Well Feels Like!)

Bridgewater Weasels

Up and coming team out of nowhere one week, back in their parents' basement the next. The Weasels are a few more Daniel Murphy-for-Aaron Judge trades away from making the long term jump. Their most obvious trade piece worth a damn is elder statesman Fernando Rodney (RP), whom Bridgewater would be smart to shop now while he's on a nice little streak. It would make a nice reunion with the Rockets if they are serious about getting some bullpen help in Rakeville. Plus Bridgewater already has his heir-apparent in Archie Bradley waiting in the wings. Beyond that the Weasels are pretty bare in most other areas and are expected to hold onto all their MiPicks this. There's always the possibility they decide to sell high on someone like Justin Smoak (1B). Staying with the theme, fans are expecting Weymouth to go all in and make the same trade with Bridgewater this year as they did last year. So, expect a Justin Smoak/Fernando Rodney combo headed to Weymouth, in return for Cody Bellinger and 3 1st round picks. (First reported by Aaron Judge. He does everything for this team.)


Jim Fierkes is the founder and sole writer of www.EHCCTrehdeRumors.com. In his spare time he likes working on a VW van that sits in his neighbor's back yard under the light of the moon, unbeknownst to them.