Astros still selling..

[Rockies]

Well, I've hung in there, still only 4 out of the WC or so.. but I'm going to lose a couple more vital pieces to any attempt at a run this week. So, I'm going to waive the flag.

I've still got pieces to trade that could help a contender for this year, or a team looking to get an early start on contending next year.

Howie Kendrick - having a down year compasred to his 11 season, but still provides a good stick at 2b with solid D and average speed.

Jimmy Rollins - The average and OBP have suffered this year, but the power is still there and his counting stats are good. Rollins and Kendrick have teamed to provide one of the better middle infields of the IBC all year long.

Andy Pettitte - He's going to be back soon, and guess what? He's thinking about next year too. He was having an incredible comeback - and if he comes back he should have an even better projection.

Kyle Lohse - having a superb season. His biggest value lies in next year's projection. He will not come cheap, but he wont cost you as much as an elite tier arm either.

Ike Davis - Nice LH bat at 1b, slummed hard at the start of the year, but has played much better since the first 2 months. Power is still there. Confidence seems to have been regained. VG D over at the corner with VG power.

Ryan Ludwick - Anyone notice what this guy is doing in Cincinnati? 25 HR and a 272/342/564 slash line. Good for an OPS over .900. Playing well in the SIM too.

I'm willing to discuss anyone else you might have interest in. I have plenty of pen arms that I can move - Masset(currently on rehab assignment), Coleman, Padilla(just activated), and Walden(also activated). I am willing to discuss young pitchers like Masterson and Alvarez(although despite their struggles, will not sell low on them).

What am I looking for:
Young prospects and players on the cusp of MLB. Guys on the verge of making it(i.e. Starling Marte this year). Draft picks. Prospects. Young MLB players.

Positions of need include OF and C in particular - but looking to upgrade.. well.. anywhere.

PM is the best way to contact me. Since getting back from vacation, I've been pretty busy trying to catch up on a lot of stuff at work and home. There's 1 week or so left before our trade deadline, so looking to make a series of moves. Make a good offer that makes sense please.