SB Nation Pittsburgh - Kevin Youkilis Trade: Corner Infielder Sent To Chicago White Soxhttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/48827/pitt-fv.png2012-06-24T17:48:43-04:00http://pittsburgh.sbnation.com/rss/stream/28773912012-06-24T17:48:43-04:002012-06-24T17:48:43-04:00Kevin Youkilis Trade: Pittsburgh Misses Out On Corner Infielder, Headed To Chicago White Sox
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<p>It's been rumored for a while now that <span>Kevin Youkilis</span> was likely headed from the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.overthemonster.com/">Boston Red Sox</a> to the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.southsidesox.com/">Chicago White Sox</a> via trade, but Sunday it finally happened.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120624&content_id=33859202&vkey=news_cws&c_id=cws&partnerId=aw-5587670728731804740-996">Scott Merkin cites a source</a> that said Chicago sent infielder <span>Brent Lillibridge</span> and right-hander <span>Zach Stewart</span>, who had recently been sent to Triple-A Charlotte, to Boston. Youkilis, 33, figures to move into the starting third-base role immediately, since it was vacated by <span>Brent Morel</span> and his ongoing recovery from a lower lumbar strain.</p>
<p><span>Orlando Hudson</span> had been playing third for the White Sox, but he had previously never played third base over his 11-year MLB career.</p>
<p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bucsdugout.com/">Pirates</a>, who can use offensive help, were once a part of the rumors about who would land the former World Series champion, but the White Sox seemed to be the destination all along.</p>
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https://pittsburgh.sbnation.com/2012/6/24/3114967/kevin-youkilis-trade-mlb-2012Brandon Scott2012-06-23T16:53:41-04:002012-06-23T16:53:41-04:00Kevin Youkilis Trade Rumors: After Being In, Pirates Now Out Of The Mix?
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<p>Earlier on Saturday it was reported that the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bucsdugout.com/">Pittsburgh Pirates</a> were in "serious" talks to acquire <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.overthemonster.com/">Boston Red Sox</a> infielder <span>Kevin Youkilis</span>. This news was originally reported by <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/BiertempfelTrib" target="_blank">Rob Biertempfel</a>, Pirates beat writer for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.</p>
<p>It now seems, however, that a trade may longer be taking place, according to what Biertempfel recently posted to Twitter:</p>
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<p>New source telling me two sides had talked, but <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%2523Pirates">#Pirates</a> are "likely" out on Youkillis "at this point."</p>
— Rob Biertempfel (@BiertempfelTrib) <a data-datetime="2012-06-23T19:22:24+00:00" href="https://twitter.com/BiertempfelTrib/status/216612185055571969">June 23, 2012</a>
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<p>There is no indication on what may or may not have transpired between the two teams, considering the stark contrast of reports only hours apart. Youkilis might provide a nice boost for the Pirates' weak offense, playing first or third against lefties and allowing Garrett Jones to move to the outfield against righties.</p>
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https://pittsburgh.sbnation.com/2012/6/23/3113353/kevin-youkilis-trade-rumors-after-being-in-pirates-now-out-of-the-mixBryan Crawford2012-06-23T14:21:03-04:002012-06-23T14:21:03-04:00Kevin Youkilis Trade Rumors: Pirates 'Very Much In Mix' In Talks With Red Sox
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<p>Could the Pirates upgrade their offense by landing the veteran corner infielder?</p> <p>Rob Biertempfel <a href="https://twitter.com/BiertempfelTrib/status/216591428086796289">writes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BiertempfelTrib/status/216590243128807424">that</a> the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bucsdugout.com/">Pirates</a> are involved in serious trade talks with the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.overthemonster.com/">Red Sox</a> regarding first baseman / third baseman <span>Kevin Youkilis</span>.</p>
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<p>I've heard from multiple sources that Youkillis talks moving very fast today and #RedSox are still talking with #Pirates and couple others</p>
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<p>Pirates are VERY much in mix for Youkillis.</p>
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<p>Youkilis isn't having a good season and there isn't much space for him in Boston, but he was very good for six years running from 2006 to 2011, so he would be a good gamble to improve the Pirates' offense, which (despite some strong recent play) has been one of the worst in the majors this year.</p>
<p>Youkilis makes $12 million this year, plus a $1 million buyout next year. That's actually a good thing, in a way, because it means the Pirates ought to be able to get him primarily by offering to pay part of his remaining salary, rather than by giving up a good young player.</p>
<p>With the Pirates, my guess is that Youkilis would play regularly against lefties, either at first or third, and frequently against righties, taking over first base while <span>Garrett Jones</span> moves to the outfield.</p>
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https://pittsburgh.sbnation.com/pittsburgh-pirates/2012/6/23/3113124/kevin-youkilis-trade-rumors-pirates-red-soxCharlie Wilmoth