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The Phillies continue talking to clubs about Jayson Werth, who is enjoying a fine season in spite of a recent slump. The right fielder is hitting .283/.373/.505 and leads the National League in doubles. He has just $2.85MM remaining on his salary and should bring someone two top picks in the 2011 draft (he will likely be a Type A free agent after the season). Simply put, Werth is available and his numbers and salary intrigue teams.

What team will Jayson Werth be playing for on August 1st?

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GM Ruben Amaro Jr. hinted that the Phillies could trade for a starting pitcher earlier today, telling reporters that he has a plan for Saturday, when there's a hole in the team's rotation.

"We know exactly what we’re going to do," Amaro said. "I just choose not to tell you."

Jim Salisbury of CSNPhilly.com heard that the Phils are still looking for a "high-end" starter and that was before Jamie Moyer strained his left elbow tonight. So will the Phillies wait it out with J.A. Happ and others already in the organization? They have already committed $135MM to next year's payroll, but the third-place Phils consider themselves "buyers."

Will the Phillies trade for either Dan Haren or Roy Oswalt?

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Brandon Inge will miss at least a month with a broken bone in his hand, so the left side of the Tigers' infield is looking a lot different than it did on Opening Day. Back on April 5th, Inge suited up alongside Adam Everett. The Tigers have since released Everett and have expressed interest in other shortstops. Now that Inge is hurt, the Tigers could call up Scott Sizemore (.905 OPS in Triple A), hope for continued production from Ramon Santiago and move the versatile Carlos Guillen to third, but it wouldn't be surprising to see them express interest in infielders.

The Tigers could also use help in the rotation (they've inquired on Ted Lilly) and in the bullpen (they're interested in relievers).

What is the Tigers' biggest need?

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There are lots of starting pitchers for interested teams to consider and lots of interested teams considering starting pitching. Let's set all salaries aside for a moment and talk about pitching ability alone. 

Which potentially available starter would you want to see in your favorite team's rotation?

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The top four NL West teams are within four games of each other. The Padres could use a bat, and they may need an arm, since they're hesitant to push their young starters too hard. The Rockies (2.0 games back) are hanging around, even with Troy Tulowitzki on the DL, but they could add an infielder. The Dodgers (2.0 games back) aren't going anywhere, though they could use some pitching. And the Giants (4.0 games back) have pitching, but they wouldn't mind adding a big bat before July 31st. 

Considering each team's needs, their ability to make a deal and the standings, let's tackle a tough question:

Which NL West team is best-positioned to win the division?

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The Braves and Blue Jays swapped shortstops today and it's time for you to weigh in. We've heard from the experts, but what do you think? The Blue Jays sold high on Alex Gonzalez for a player with star potential. Does that make them winners? The Braves acquired the player who leads MLB shortstops in homers for someone who has had his ups and downs in Atlanta. Does that make them winners? Maybe one of the minor leaguers will be the difference-maker. Let's see what you think:

Considering the short-term and the long-term, which team won the Alex Gonzalez–Yunel Escobar swap?

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About 14% of MLBTR readers correctly predicted that David Ortiz would win the Home Run Derby. Today's question is a little simpler. Will the AL continue its dominance? Will the NL win for the first time since 1996? You tell us:

Who will win the 2010 All-Star Game?

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Tonight's Home Run Derby features five first-timers: Corey Hart, Chris Young, Nick Swisher, Hanley Ramirez, and Vernon Wells.  Miguel Cabrera, Matt Holliday, and David Ortiz will also compete.  Today's poll question:

Who will win the Home Run Derby?

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