The Astros tried to get Griffey Jr. before the deadline last night but the Reds just did not want to trade Griffey Jr.

Astros were willing to pick up 90 % of Griffey Jr.'s remaining salary according to ESPN radio.

For this, I hate Reds even more. I hope Astros sweep them tonight. Perhaps this off-season we can trade for Griffey Jr. or Adam Dunn, but the way the Reds seem to want to keep those guys, I have lost hope in getting them.

I really thought the Reds wanted to trade Griffey Jr. but they obviously don't.