What I need:
A power hitting first baseman Right now I plan on playing Geoff Jenkins vs Righties, and Craig Wilson vs Lefties. This creates a problem because Geoff doesn't technically know how to play first. My goal is to trade Geoff for a similar hitter who CAN play first. He either needs to be lefthanded, or at least hit RHP well. Depending on people's desires, I may also package Laynce Nix for a better left handed hitter.
4.0 or better RP. Preferably a lights out closer so Rodriguez can return to the setup role where he thrives. This is now my PRIMARY need.
An awesome leadoff hitter Position will depend on who I trade to get this person. HAS TO BE BETTER THAN ROCCO BALDELLI
--------New players -----------
SP Scott Kazmir (4.0 blue stars)
OF Brian Giles (4.0 GOLD stars)
MR Matt Belisle (5.0 blue stars)
------- Players who've been on the block all along --------------
The following players are officially on the block:
Brian Roberts--Played reasonably well last year for me in a full time role. With Edgar in the fold, he becomes a bench player because I'm still committed to Brandon Phillips.
Felipe Lopez--A great backup because he can play 3 IF positions.
Julio Lugo-- A decent shortstop. Has no place on this team with Renteria on board.
Some prospects I'm willing to move to fill my needs:
Wilson Betemit--A 4.0 3B prospect. Blocked by Miguel Cabrera in my system.
Jimmy Gobble--A 4.0 SP prospect. Started 23 games for the big league club last season, and was 6-7 with a 4.88 ERA at 22 years old.
Brandon League--A 4.5 SP prospect.
Ervin Santana--A 4.5 SP prospect.
Robert "Dr Destiny" Forcier--A 4.0 SP prospect. (with a name like Dr Destiny, how can you refuse?)
Some other players that could draw interest:
These are not prospects. These are MLB ready. All of these guys are young (28 or below), and cheap.
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Matt Kinney-- 2.0 SP Another solid back end starter
Ben Howard-- 2.0 SP Really decent ratings for a 2.0
Scott Proctor-- 2.0 RP. Decent arm, great control.
Peter Bergeron 2.5 OF, just 26 years old. Can get on base (6 contact, 7 eye), and plays good defense.
-------- not so young ---------------------
RP Ben Weber -- a decent RP who logged a lot of innings for me last year.
edited 1/14/2005