Why is Vazquez the one we want to trade?

Post #1 » by **lpsevier** » Mon Nov 2, 2009 2:51 pm

He'll net the least in return because its the last year of his contract, and he was arguably our best pitcher last season.

I don't get it.

Post #2 » by **HMFFL** » Wed Nov 4, 2009 11:59 pm

With you there.

I have no answer for you. All season I have been reading articles that mention Vazquez needing to be moved for a big bat. I just think it's best to pursue other options first before moving a workhorse.

He can block deals to NL West & AL West clubs.

Post #3 » by **lpsevier** » Tue Nov 10, 2009 6:49 pm

Now we're working on a Vazquez extension?

wth

Post #4 » by **HMFFL** » Tue Dec 22, 2009 3:38 pm

Javier Vazquez to the New York Yankees

The Atlanta Braves have traded pitcher Javier Vazquez to the New York Yankees, according to published reports.

The New York Daily News and ESPN reported Tuesday that the right-handed starting pitcher will be traded to the Yankees along with left-handed reliever Boone Logan.

In exchange, the Yankees will be sending Melky Cabrera, Mike Dunn and another minor-league player south to the Braves, the newspaper reported.

Return to ajc.com for updates on this story. http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-brave ... 51942.html

Post #5 » by **lpsevier** » Tue Dec 22, 2009 6:02 pm

Why?

Glad I don't own season tickets, what a terrible trade.

Post #6 » by **HMFFL** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 3:26 am

Wren: We're Going To Add A Run Producer

Following today's Javier Vazquez deal, Braves' GM Frank Wren was a guest on 790 The Zone to talk about what lies ahead for his team. Click here to listen to the audio.

Wren discussed how he sees the deal helping his team, but adds that "There's definitely some more things we're doing." When asked directly if he was looking to add a middle of the order bat, Wren replied "We think we're in the mix for a guy just like that. We're going to add a run producer that's going to round out our offense."

The Vazquez deal saves the team about $9MM next season, and they're known to be seeking a righthander hitter. Jason Bay and Matt Holliday both appear to be too expensive, though names like Marlon Byrd and Adam LaRoche have been kicked around. http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/12/w ... ucer-.html

At this point I have no idea what to believe from Wren.

Post #7 » by **lpsevier** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 1:18 pm

Schafer, Medlen + Filler for Adrian Gonzalez?

Yeah right.

I can dream though.