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Time to Sell High: Dallas Braden?

Found June 22, 2009 on Jorge Says No: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Dallas Braden,  Cliff Lee
TEAMS: Oakland Athletics,  Cleveland Indians

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I'll admit this right off the bat: the argument in favor of trading Dallas Braden at the trading deadline is very out of the box. Braden, who will turn 26 in August, is putting together the best season of his young career this season. Braden has a 5-6 record with a 3.26 ERA in 15 starts this season. His performance this season has been nothing short of stellar even though the Athletics have struggled to play consistent baseball this season. Furthermore, Braden is not eligible for arbitration until 2011 and will not be a free agent until at least 2014.Obviously, there are lots of reasons why the Athletics should hold onto Braden.But let's take a look at why/if it makes sense for the Athletics to look into moving Dallas Braden. In this marketplace, when so many teams are struggling to find a top flight starting pitcher, it does not look like any impact starting pitcher will be available. Jake Peavy is hurt. Erik Bedard is hurt. The Indians will probably hold onto Cliff Lee. As...
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1 Comment:
  • I mean we ain't doing so well now, but come on, I'm getting tired of trading everyone away. We have a 4/5 rookie starting rotation, we need him.
    by wearegetgetgo   June 22, 2009   Reply   Options  
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