PB
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Houston Astros
"I always thought trains were safer than planes..."
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Post by PB on Mar 13, 2008 1:23:24 GMT -5
Astros Trade:
Preston Wilson, Travis Iskikawa (AA), Jerry Collum (A), Nathan Korando (A), and Justin Kaye (AAA)
Royals Trade: Raul Ibanez and Runelvys Hernandez
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manny27
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Kansas City Royals
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Post by manny27 on Mar 13, 2008 1:24:05 GMT -5
Accepted.
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PB
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Houston Astros
"I always thought trains were safer than planes..."
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Post by PB on Mar 13, 2008 1:42:49 GMT -5
After much long and heated debate this deal finally got hammered out. I like this a lot for my club. I did give up quite a few good prospects but I already have these slots filled.
While Preston's power numbers were very solid, his 10 M contract was a too pricey and had to be dealt with. Although Ibanez is old, his numbers hover around .290, 20 HR and 100 RBI and is a great replacement. All I ask for, is that he keeps these numbers for two more seasons. I also love the addition of Runelvys Hernandez. While he is a bit of a crap shoot with his average pitching performances and shaky season, his high ratings cannot be ignored. Hopefully Minute Maid Park is more to his pitching style and if he does well, I can move Lidge back into the bullpen. Having to face Lidge, Dotel and then Wagner in the 7th, 8th and 9th is always a reassuring thing.
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Post by stinie3 on Mar 13, 2008 17:33:08 GMT -5
done
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