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Old 10-22-2008, 09:01 PM   #52
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Re: Russell Martin could be available??

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Originally Posted by Mario-Rijo View Post
The more I think about it the more Martin makes sense for us. Obviously he would for anyone but even moreso us. If we stick a big bat in LF and Gonzo stays (which at this point is more likely than not) we don't have an ideal #2 hitter or anyone remotely close other than maybe Votto. This is assuming of course worst case scenario Dickerson/Hairston play CF. Martin would be an excellent #2 hitter behind those guys and ahead of Votto and say a Holliday type.

Dickerson/Hairston CF
Martin C
Votto 1B
???
Bruce RF
EE 3B
BP 2B
Gonzo SS

That makes us a pretty solid lineup with power all around, discipline in more spots than not and no real slowpokes either. But I just can't see them trading Martin and if they do people will be out in force with top prospects for a top of the line catcher. I guess I might as well forget this pipe dream.
Respect bats 3rd

I'm not sure The Dusty respects our Canadian... or for that matter, if our Canadian has earned the 3rd spot, yet.
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