September 1 I had my first trade inquiry from another manager. (name withheld)  So I guess I'll kick off the circus and state some identified needs and strengths.

Houston needs catching, starting of and starting 3b.  I will have excess 1b at bats and possibly some relief, as well as draft picks (good ones) and prospects.  Houston is still in rebuild mode.  We will definetly be better next year.  Could hardly be worse.  So we will continue to look to aquire youger players with potential for aging veterans with good cards to help a contender.

Ft. Worth needs catching also.  I have extra at really every position especially 1b, middle infield relief pitching.  Ft. Worth is looking to take that step up to playoff contender next year.  I have a lot of guys getting cards, some of them young prospects.  Will be looking to fill catching black hole, improve outfield quality and starting pitching.

I will always listen to offers, nobody is utouchable.  I do ask that offers reflect equal value.  If you are asking for a stud, then offer stud stuff back, not quanity of mediocre stuff.  Look forwad to wrangling with you all.