Phillies-Royals Deal

[philliesgm]

Phillies receive:
3B Alex Gordon
RP David Riske
RP Octavio Dotel

Royals receive:
SP Cole Hamels
CF Shane Victorino
SP Ryan Madson
Phillies 2007 1st and 2nd round draft picks


Really isn't as bad as it may look, considering the needs. I was in a state of desperation at third base, won't be having Nunez starting there. And was able to afford moving to two starting pitchers in one deal without getting one in return with Eaton and Garcia sitting in AAA. Plus, addressed another big need, THE BULLPEN! Good luck Royals.

[royalsgm]

philliesgm said:

Phillies receive:
3B Alex Gordon
RP David Riske
RP Octavio Dotel

Royals receive:
SP Cole Hamels
CF Shane Victorino
SP Ryan Madson
Phillies 2007 1st and 2nd round draft picks


Really isn't as bad as it may look, considering the needs. I was in a state of desperation at third base, won't be having Nunez starting there. And was able to afford moving to two starting pitchers in one deal without getting one in return with Eaton and Garcia sitting in AAA. Plus, addressed another big need, THE BULLPEN! Good luck Royals.

Royals agree to this deal. Between the deal with the Reds and this deal, I think i have really given my pitching a strong, young foundation. With Hamels and Madson I get two young pitchers to add to Greinke and Hochevar, which I already have. The deal for Majewski allowed me to make this deal and lose my 2 best relievers. Butler and Teahen allow me to deal Gordon.

[Oakland A's GM]

Another pass.

[Brew Crew GM]

pass

[bosoxgm]

pass