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          Trade grades: Jonathan Lucroy is (at least) a minimum upgrade for Rockies

          The Rockies are hoping Jonathan Lucroy is an upgrade offensively at catcher. Photo by George Walker/Icon Sportswire
          • David Schoenfield, ESPN Senior WriterJul 31, 2017, 02:45 AM
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          ESPN Insider will provide trade grades for every deal before Monday's 4 p.m. ET deadline.

          The trade

          Colorado Rockies acquire: C Jonathan Lucroy
          Texas Rangers acquire: Player to be named later