QUOTE (BearSox @ Jul 22, 2009 -> 09:11 PM)
I think Buchholz is a bit overrated, and I wouldn't trade Gordon for him... but I'd definitely be tempted to trade Alexei for him (if the BoSox would agree to the deal).
Yeah Buchholz is defiantly a very interesting piece to consider, i know hes had some well documented off the field issues in his past but still, he is the definition of a live arm and potential ace.
I would want something coming back from Bostons end in addition to Buchholz for alexei; something along the lines of the braves giving us gilmore and also we would need to go get someone like teahen immediately to cover 3B.
I think Alexei could easily finish the season at his career OPS and possibly push .800 if he can begin to showcase his power.
for july hes put up this line .333/.373/.451 .824
out of the #2 .305/.363/.463 .826
over his last seven days .250/.292/.400 .692
hmm
09 10
Mark Mark
John John
Gavin Gavin
Jose Clay
Clay Clayton/Hudson
it sure would make things interesting going forward.