Mariners, O's Displaying Strong Interest In Butler

[Greg]

Mariners, O's Displaying Strong Interest In Butler

By Luke Adams [December 3, 2012 at 12:17pm CST]

Although a report last week suggested that Billy Butler was close to untouchable, that hasn't stopped teams from showing interest in the Royals slugger. According to Bob Dutton of the Kansas City Star (via Twitter), the Mariners and Orioles are showing "strong interest" in Butler.

We had previously heard about both teams' interest in Butler, with the Mariners in particular said to be "coveting" the 26-year-old. Dutton views the M's as a more logical fit for the Royals than the Orioles, given the young pitchers Seattle could offer in a deal.

Dutton noted earlier today that the Rays' agreement with James Loney may mean they're no longer a fit for a Butler trade.

Read more at http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/12/mariners-os-displaying-strong-interest-in-butler.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter#W8oOpV6uoIJA2hwl.99

[Bulgaria]

It's all depends who Royals like better: Chris Tillman or James Paxton.

[Orioles0615]

I feel like we are at a disadvantage with every player we are interested in because most teams could match and better our offer.

[orioles119]

Mariners, O's Displaying Strong Interest In Butler

By Luke Adams [December 3, 2012 at 12:17pm CST]

Although a report last week suggested that Billy Butler was close to untouchable, that hasn't stopped teams from showing interest in the Royals slugger. According to Bob Dutton of the Kansas City Star (via Twitter), the Mariners and Orioles are showing "strong interest" in Butler.

We had previously heard about both teams' interest in Butler, with the Mariners in particular said to be "coveting" the 26-year-old. Dutton views the M's as a more logical fit for the Royals than the Orioles, given the young pitchers Seattle could offer in a deal.

Dutton noted earlier today that the Rays' agreement with James Loney may mean they're no longer a fit for a Butler trade.

Read more at http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/12/mariners-os-displaying-strong-interest-in-butler.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter#W8oOpV6uoIJA2hwl.99

The M's do have James Paxton they could give up. Is he better than Tillman?

[gmr61]

Bob Dutton ‏@Royals_Report

"#Orioles and #Mariners show strong interest in #Royals DH Billy Butler. Could see Seattle as a fit; hard to see a match with Baltimore."

[ChaosLex]

If true, forget about Butler.

@Olsen_Don

Moore will not move off Dylan Bundy in any deal b/w Orioles and Royals. DM wanted him so bad in 2011 draft, and so bad to this very day.

[canonfaz]

I just want someone on the team with the nickname "Country Breakfast". That would make up for losing "The Sheriff".

[andrewrickli]

It's all depends who Royals like better: Chris Tillman or James Paxton.

We might offer Tillman and Schoop to offset Paxton.

Would you be willing to deal Tillman and Schoop for Billy Butler?

Maybe Tillman and Strop

[canonfaz]

Bundy for Butler and Hosmer. I don't even think I would do that. A trade for Hosmer seems more likely.

[Bulgaria]

Royals 'pen is stacked. They have at least four better relievers than Strop: Coleman, Holland, Crow and Collins as a lefty. Why exactly they need Strop?

[andrewrickli]

Exactly, Schoop is young, but I'd deal him and Tillman for Butler. Butler is a STAR and he is doing it in a pitchers park. Imagine him at OPACY.

[andrewrickli]

Not to mention Butler's career OPS against LHP is crazy good. He will be facing Price, Lester, CC, Ricky Romero, Andy P, etc.

[Dark Helmet]

Bundy for Butler and Hosmer. I don't even think I would do that. A trade for Hosmer seems more likely.

Doesn't make sense to trade Hosmer, if they are trying to clear money to get a S.

[andrewrickli]

Bundy for Butler and Hosmer. I don't even think I would do that. A trade for Hosmer seems more likely.

They dont need to trade Hosmer. He is cheap. They need to cut money.

[Greg]

If true, forget about Butler.

LOL This guy has 472 followers and you trust him?