Unit gone...did we really get Shawn Green in return?

External Since: Jun 29, 2003 Posts: 150

If so, this is kinda sorta looking like a ballteam, a little.

Except for the pitching. And the other 2/3rds of the lineup...

--Blair
"Frankenclub."

External Since: Dec 16, 2004 Posts: 15

You know, you may not be losing all that much, assuming Penny stays
healthy. Figure that The Unit was worth 17 wins this year, a
respectable total. Penny, at worst will finish with 12 wins. He's
also 26 years old, which gives you a few more years of production.
Again, assuming he's healthy.

Where you really score is Yhency Brazoban. The kid is 24 and, from my
perch in section 28 of Dodger Stadium, all you can see is upside. He
was a rookie but he was such a strong set-up guy that we were able to
get rid of Guillermo Mota--without blinking. Brazoban actually
outpitched Mota in all categories after Mo was sent to Florida.

I hadn't followed the Snakes that closely last year, so I don't know
any numbers on the effectiveness of the bullpen, but Yhency gives you
instant credibility as set-up. He may need time to grow into the
closer role, but don't discount that either.

Overall, the worst part of this deal for you is that you get Shawn
Green. If he's interested, you'll be fine. If not, you'll still
finish ahead of LA.