More on Maddux and the Dodgers
Submitted by Robert Daeley on Wed, 2006-05-31 23:54.
Following up on my recent rumor-mongering entry on Greg Maddux and Odalis Perez, here’s a story in the LA Times today: Gagne ready for his return
Suddenly the rotation is a problem area. Jae Seo and Brad Penny made poor starts on the trip and Odalis Perez again was underwhelming in relief, giving up two runs — one earned — in three innings.
General Manager Ned Colletti is expected to explore acquiring a veteran starter by the July 31 trading deadline. Greg Maddux is a possibility, although the Dodgers passed up an opportunity this week to acquire a different player from the Chicago Cubs.
The versatile Jerry Hairston was traded to the Texas Rangers on Wednesday for infielder Phil Nevin after the Dodgers said they weren’t interested. Colletti had discussions with his Cubs counterpart, Jim Hendry, and dispatched a scout to evaluate Hairston, an eight-year veteran who can play outfield and infield.
Happy June! ;)