Based on what the Cardinals received, I wish they would have went with a different approach. Why not trade Helsley and Noot to Phillies for a SP Mick Abel? Trade Burly to Ray's for a SP Taj Bradley?
Before I get blasted for these trade scenarios, don't focus on what we had to give up, but more what kind of pitching talent we could have received if we got the right match. We need young starting pitching help next year, unless they are going to spend $. These type of guys are not world beaters, but some useful arms.
Gray
Libby
Abel
Mikolas
Bradely
Different Deadline Approach
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