Great trade! Gotta give it to Jack Z. He knows how to get something from nothing. I can't see how any intelligent baseball fan could oppose this one.
Of course, Seattle baseball fans aren't known for their savvy. Many thought trading Cliff Lee was a bad idea although his contract was up. They still complain about the RJ trade although it led to excellent less expensive players (Garcia, Halama and Guikllen +).
Any time this franchise has experienced success it was due to trading it's superstars for younger players and developing those players. When they sign free agents or trade for veterans it turns out poorly. Slocumb for Tek and Lowe anyone?

Go Sox,
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