They didn't give Salty a QO because it would've put them over the tax cap. Everyone made fun of Salty while he was here, especially Jacko. Caring that he's gone is the epitome of 20/20 hindsight.
I'd like to see Vasquez as well. He's good enough with the bat that he's hitting 5th for the PawSox. He couldn't be any worse than Ross and is much better defensively.
I hope Brentz gets an honest shot too.