After missing out on Beltran and Pence, it appears Atlanta is putting the full court press on to acquire Bourn.
After missing out on Beltran and Pence, it appears Atlanta is putting the full court press on to acquire Bourn.
• One exec who has been speaking with the Rockies and Reds suggests that if that swap happens, it could be a larger deal than just Homer Bailey, Travis Wood and high-end prospects for Jimenez. He said he believes the teams have discussed an expanded version that could include someone the likes of Seth Smith, because the Reds also have been targeting controllable bats.
this seems better
Bourn is a poor man's Drew Stubbs. The move makes no sense. Bourn is having a great year, but to be honest, I am not even sure he is an everyday MLB starter. I don't think he will be of much value past this year and would be a foolish move by the Reds.
I will lose all faith in Walt if he trades for Bourn.
Alonso alone is worth more than Bourn. Bourn is a free agent at the end of next year and is due for a raise. He brings to the table mediocre defense, amazing stealing ability, good OBP, and terrible power for LF, where he'll be starting. Not bad, but certainly not worth trading terribly much for. Alonso, meanwhile, is a polished hitter with good power that will be cheap and under team control for many years, and allow us to resign Phillips. Any package beyond Alonso for this guy is too much, IMO.
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2011/0...rs-friday.html
Not looking to promising
If somebody is gracious enough to give me a second chance, I won't need a third.
- Pete Rose
Reds are still doing well with attendance, and still have a chance at the playoffs. I am sure they will do something positive.
Braves get Bourn for 4 Minor Leaguers.
Good deal for Braves. They needed leadoff man. Gave up 9th best prospect and others.
I read that Bourn is a free agent after the season. Is that correct? If so........no thanks.
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