With the trade-deadline looming (it's official end is next Friday), here is a list of the players I believe the Dodgers should pursue whose names don't sound like an Englishman's vacation:
LaTroy Hawkins (Houston) - Solid set-up man, could also sub-close if necessary. His current set-up role gives him more versatility in the bullpen, such as multiple innings. Catch: Houston never admits it's out of contention.
George Sherrill (Baltimore) - Lefty closer could make him both a lefty-specialist/set-up man. Catch: Baltimore acts like it has the power in the trade, and will try to strong-arm teams into giving up a top prospect in return.
Jarrod Washburn (Seattle) - A solid middle-of-the-rotation starter who could stabilize the rotation. Catch: No one knows what Seattle wants to do.
Matt Capps (Pittsburgh) - A diamond in the rough, Capps is a solid closer. Catch: No catch. With the Pirates, mid-season trades are like a bodily function.
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