To nobody's surprise, the Yankees fired the first real salvo in the deadline-driven dealings, acquiring Xavier Nady AND Damaso Marte from the Pirates for four minor leaguers, none of whom is named Hughes or Kennedy.
Whatchathink, Bauxites? And are you hearing anything else? (As always, provide verified links with your reports, please!)
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