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Fishercat · **Twins' pursuit of Soriano has stalled? -** 07-31-2005, 03:02 PM

According to ESPN's Buster Olney, the Rangers are holding out for top pitching prospect Francisco Liriano to complete an Alfonso Soriano trade with the Twins.
It's doubtful that the Twins will part with the left-hander, though some of the club's lower level pitching prospects could be in play.

With only two hours until the deadline, the Rangers are still playing hardball. Granted, a deal of Lohse/Romero/Boone for him pretty much sucks, but I have my doubts about Soriano's real value out of Arlington...

mntwinsfan · 08-01-2005, 03:17 AM

Liriano will never leave. Damn I want a deal to be made. If we said yes Soriano would have been a Twin. And you would have the elite pitching spec you need. Supprised you need not try for Travis Boyer?

The Philly Fanatic · 08-01-2005, 08:14 PM

The only reason I imagine that the Rangers did not pursue Travis Bowyer is because many scouts project that he profiles much better to be an elite closer than an elite starter. The Rangers needed a stud starting pitching prospect and even though Lirano was a lot to ask for, I can't blame them for trying.

It's not like they have to deal Soriano.