Originally posted by Delandis
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But I'm not dumb to think every owner needs him either. That's why I've avoided talking to the teams that have a player I would trade him for. Most already have someone playing 1B or DH or have someone that's a year away. Trading away a 1B/DH isn't easy. Trust me, I know!
And that's my point. It wasn't easy then and it isn't easy now. I have many deals of experience. Many blown choices on minor leaguers I've asked for in return. Many years of mounting losses instead of simply riding it out.
That's why Del Rio is a free agent. Rather have him on my team, drawing interest and attendance and much needed money than trading him away for the single 2nd round pick that was offered (which in my opinion wasn't enough either way).
Trading away guys because I have this need to somehow capitalize on a return is done. It doesn't work for me. I see more value in winning some games with them and making money.
They'll all go to free agency or die before I move another name for less than a blockbuster return.
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