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Originally Posted by AvesIce51

I think Hatte would be more valuable as trade bait than as a pinch hitter. I think he coud get something, or anything that could help down the road. We don't need a good LH PH'er right now, we need something that will help us win next year, or after that.

Hattie or JV may be a wash as far as return right now, I just can't see a team giving up any real talent, even low level, for Hattie or his type. He has no power, is just average defensively, and is old. The only thing that makes him valuable to the Reds is what I have read, that he is a great clubhouse leader.

JV has power, is building a reputation for coming up in the clutch from the left side and late, and can play outfield, first and catcher. I can see this being pitched well to a contender.