Report: Rangers Trade for Cristian Guzman to Fill Second Base Void

by FanHouse StaffFiled under: Nationals, Rangers, MLB Trade DeadlineA day after losing Ian Kinsler to the disabled list, the Rangers moved to add another second baseman -- and take on still more salary -- by acquiring veteran Cristian Guzman from the Nationals, according to multiple reports. MLB.com first reported the deal, which will send prospects Washington's way in exchange for the 11-year big leaguer. Guzman, 32, is making $8 million this season and will be a free agent this winter. He hit .282 in 89 games for Washington, playing mostly second but also some shortstop and outfield. Kinsler is on the DL for the second time this season, with a left groin strain the cause in this case. The injury had bothered him for a while before the Rangers finally pulled the plug Thursday. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments