Cleary influenced by yesterday's WKFTB post below, Theo Epstein and the Red Sox brass swung a deal for Pittsburgh first baseman Adam LaRoche -- the ill one -- today.
It's being reported by multiple outlets, all citing the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
LaRoche is in the final year of his contract, which pays him $7 million this season. It's not clear if he'll play first with Lowell going back to the DL or just fill in. Probably a little bit of first against RHP I'm guessing, maybe DH when Ortiz needs a rest.
Sox reportedly are sending two prospects, believed to be shortstop Argenis Diaz and pitcher Hunter Strickland. Who? Exactly. I've heard of Diaz actually but he's nothing special. Basically we got him for free for the next few months.
LaRoche is currently hitting .247 with 12 homers and 40 RBI.
Note: I love this trade. Didn't have to give up much and we take a flier on a player who notoriously heats up in the second half (career second-half OPS: .901). He can spell Youk and Lowell by playing first and can even DH for Papi. He's a dece power bat who is patient and sees a lot of pitches. I can't stress to you how happy I am. we now have insurance outside of Mark Kotsay.
Another Note: This just cements the fact that when you need a player, just phone Pittsburgh dude. Oh you need someone for the stretch run but don't wanna give up anyone good? Pirates got your covered. We snagged JBay last year, Braves needed an OF this year so pwned for McClouth. Just get whoever you want.
---Nick
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