Ex-Cardinals Watch 7-31-09: Jeff Suppan Hits D.L; Robinson Cancel Called Up; Russell Branyan Misses Another Game

Scott Rolen (Blue Jays):
The Reds' talks with the Blue Jays about third baseman Scott Rolen have failed to progress.

Asked to characterize the negotiations, one source said, "Going nowhere. Stuck. Impasse."

The impasse could break if the Jays trade Roy Halladay. At that point, they would concede the 2010 season and likely move Rolen and other veterans.

Another source says the chances of Rolen going to the Reds are "50-50," adding, "Not dead."
Fox Sports

David Eckstein (Padres) & Adam Kennedy (Athletics):
Twins could look at them instead of Orlando Cabrera.
Bob Nightengale Twitter

Several of the A's other experienced players have been mentioned in trade rumors this week. Why isn't Adam Kennedy a hot commodity?
SF Gate

There’s a belief that the Twins might look toward David Eckstein or Adam Kennedy for middle infield help. The front office feels the heat about making a deal. While I doubt they will make an impact trade, they might make a move just to show they did SOMETHING.
Star Tribune

Jeff Suppan (Brewers):
The Brewers have another hole in an already leaky starting rotation.
Brewers Official Site

Russell Branyan (Mariners):
Branyan took some swings prior to Thursday night's game and said he felt fine, but the medical staff wanted to give him one more day.
Mariners Official Site

Robinson Cancel (Mets):
Omir Santos started both games of the doubleheader, as Brian Schneider's knees made him mostly unavailable. Because the Mets had two games Thursday, they summoned catcher Robinson Cancel from their Triple-A Buffalo team. To create a vacancy for Cancel, the club designated pitcher Elmer Dessens for assignment. Cancel, who spent much of last season with the Mets, was batting .218 with nine RBIs in 193 at-bats with Buffalo.
Mets Official Site

Jim Riggleman (Nationals MGR):
Nationals interim manager Jim Riggleman received his first ejection of the season in a 7-3 loss to the Brewers at Miller Park on Thursday afternoon.
Nationals Official Site

Troy Percival (Rays):
Transferred him from the 15-day to the 60-day disabled list.