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Adrian Gonzalez
Written by The Oriole Post   
Tuesday, 29 December 2009 00:36

I have really liked what the Orioles have done to improve the squad, getting some bonafied major leaguers to mix in with the young up-and-comers with the Orioles. It looks like the future is now promising in Baltimore, but more can be done. Anyhow, I don't see the team being done quite yet wheeling and dealing.

Considering what the Yankees and Red Sox have to done to fortify their teams, one would hope the Orioles could be more agressive. Therefore, many want a big bat and an impact player.

There's one guy who may be ready -- or not -- for the taking.

Some want the Orioles to go for the jugular and get Adrian Gonzalez (that would be amazing), but at what cost? He's relatively affordable and is still under contract for the next years; however, one must wonder what would the team have to give up for him? From most reports in the media, the situation in San Diego is in flux as the owner is mired in a divorce and is looking to cut costs where he can.

Then again, should San Diego trade their star player and risk pissing off their fan base? Also, who should the Orioles give up? A young arm or two, or three? A combo of Reimold, Pie?

Plus, one must think that Padres want a ton of prospects to replenish their minor league system, or even close to major league ready players.

As much as I want the Orioles to go out and get Gonzalez, it may not be a smart thing to do so while the organization rebuilds. If the Orioles had won 85 games in 2009, I'd say let's go for it; however, now is not the time to make a big trade when there's far more pressing issues to fix.

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written by Ken Francis, December 29, 2009
The chief part of any packaging going west would logically be Adam Jones, who hails from San Diego. That would give the Padres an local boy made good as an All Star/Gold Glove outfielder.

That would prevent the QualComm faithful from getting ticked off, because he would be heasing an attractive group of players they'd get for Gonzo. On the other hand, it would mean the Orioles wouldn't need to sacrifice so greatly in terms of pitching talent, which is what they dearly want to avoid. It could be a win-win sort of deal.
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written by oriolepost, December 29, 2009
Ken, thanks for the note. Hmm, I didn't think of Adam Jones at time I whipped up the post, but what you said makes a lot of sense. I forgot he was from the San Diego area, so thanks a ton for the insight.

Right now, I'd imagine Baltimore would not trade Jones or make him part of any deal. Then again, we're not privy to any discussions at all.

I want Gonzalez; however, if it means giving up some of Baltimore's young talent when they are still a second division team, I'd pass for now.

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