Whats a GM to do? : Trade Deadline Talks

This is one of the times of the year where the General Managers around baseball really make their money. Some have already done their job (Billy Beane), and some still have pieces to sell. Some GM's will do much more work then others over the next 3+ days, but all will probably be fielding or making phone calls this week. Some teams who look to be busy, and the situation they are in:

Boston Red Sox:
Could be busy, but could be utterly dormant. With the Sox making it perfectly clear that they are fed up with Manny, and Manny telling ESPNdeportes that he would welcome a trade, the ball is in Theo's court. If he trades Manny, it will be almost impossible to acquire a player who could become his automatic replacement and contribute in the playoff race. What would the Sox even ask for? They are solid in the prospect department at SP, 2B, SS, OF. They are also locked up at almost every other position. I don't even have a clue of who could make a run at Ramirez. Possibly the Mets, who have some prospects to offer. I do NOT expect Manny to be dealt, but his option is sure as hell not getting picked up for next year.

Seattle Mariners:
The whole team is for sale, come and get 'em! Although that is a slight exaggeration, it is not that far off. Jarrod Washburn looks to be moving to the Yanks within the next 2 days, and Ibanez has been rumored to go to the Mets if they are not happy with Ryan Church's evaluation. Bedard seems to no longer be in the running for a deal, and Beltre seems farther from being dealt after the Mariners offended the Twins by asking for too much. Arthur Rhodes is almost a stone cold lock to get moved to either the Brewers or Phillies. The M's are probably looking for outfield prospects or first baseman, but could use anyone with potential at this point.

Colorado Rockies:
Brian Fuentes is probably the most highly sought after player at this point. Teams love his ability to shut down Lefties on the mound. He will come at a price, as the Rockies are perfectly content letting him go and usuing the compensation picks wisely. Matt Holliday was going to go if the Rockies weren't so greedy and asking for the world from the Mets. Now, he will not move.

Tampa Bay Rays:
No, they are not sellers. The Rays are buyers for the first time in their short history. They would love to add another bat to the outfield, or another arm in the bullpen. Possibilities include Fuentes, George Sherril, and Jason Bay. I don't think they will really move anyone, as they hope that Rocco Boldelli will come back on a tear when he returns to the majors after his recent illness.