I don't have high hopes for Surprise making another deal this month, but by popular demand I'll make another post and see what happens. I really appreciate how much you really wants to find a way to help my teams.
Updated Zombie Wish List:
Cash! - I'll put this first as not only is it a huge need, salary will be a key consideration in any trade. I can barely afford to pay salaries at this point. Cue the sad violin.
LH Relief - Another quality LH would be helpful
SP/RP - I could use a 6th starter who can also help in relief. It may be better to wait for the auction on this one though.
DH vs. RH - Upgrade over decent and cheap Asdrubal Cabrera or a good bench option to help.
Catcher - Upgrade over decent (and cheap) Chirinos/Smith combo.
IF - A good LH bench bat to mix in at 3B and 2B
What's available:
Asdrubal Cabrera (IF) in a DH upgrade deal
Chirinos and/or K. Smith in a catcher upgrade deal
Nelson Cruz (SEA-DH/RF) - Certified big bat crushed 37 more HR, but I just can't afford him.
Brandon Guyer (CLE-OF) - Useful and cheap as platoon as LHP
Alcides Escobar (KC-IF/OF) - Should still be good with the glove!
Andrew Miller (CLE-LHP) - Expected to hit C auction after frustrating season, but you could try to change my mind.
Jacob Barnes (MIL-RHP) - Decent and cheap RH reliever, but not quite up to my high standards
Andrew Chafin (ARZ-LHP) - The LH version of Barnes
Nate Jones (CHW-RHP) - Injury limited him to 30 IP, but he had a 3 ERA and saved some games
Luis Garcia (PHI-RHP) - Alternates good and bad years, so you know what comes next!
Picks/Prospects? - Top 2 picks are gone as are a few prospects, but I might still trade more if temptation is strong enough.
Okay, that's it for now. Let me know if you want to talk about any potential deals!
