Harden & Gaudin for Gallagher, Murton, EPatt & Donaldson

[erik316wttn]

NBC Nightly News sometimes has a segment called "The Fleecing of America".

 

Pittsburgh (Ramirez/2003 deals) and Oakland (Harden/Guadin) fans are going to want Hendry featured in "The Fleecing of MLB"! :good:

 

This trade wasn't as big of a steal as Aram was. Oakland actually got some somewhat serviceable talent. Pittsburgh got dog crap on a stick.

[Rumbach]

I am happy for Murton.

[SouthSideRyan]

YES

 

also, guess who has tickets to the games friday and saturday. i'm awesome.

 

Have any extras best friend?

[Shilzzz]

athleticsnation HATES the deal, and they're generally pretty pro-beane.

 

http://www.athleticsnation.com/2008/7/8/567387/a-s-trade-harden-and-gaudi#comments

 

consensus seems to be that cupcakes blanton should have been included instead of gaudin, and that they should have gotten vitters.

 

those guys are VERY big on Gaudin, apparently. his numbers would look pretty good in the NL

[VanceJergins]

I am happy for Murton.

 

Same here. He's been my favorite player for awhile, but he was never going to get a chance here. Oakland is a great fit for him.

[Billy_Buck]

I like it. It's a calculated risk, but a "this year" kind of risk, the kind you have to take. I just can't believe it happened now rather than nearer the deadline.

 

As for concerns about Harden's health: I'm a little comforted by the fact that Hendry and Beane have dealt before, and we've been OK. I'm sure every GM would swindle his own mother if given the chance, but since these two have been frequent trading partners, I'd like to think there's nothing more than meets the eye here.

 

Great job, Jim! Go get him, Rich! Sean, man, sad to see you go.

[Warpticon]

This is exactly who i wanted, even more than CC.

 

Really? Injury free, Cy Young lefty over an injury prone, but good pitcher in Harden?

 

Injury history is really the only way Sabathia is better than Harden.

 

This is awesome. I'll miss Gallagher; I won't miss Murton, but that's because I knew he had no chance in Chicago. Put a Murton on 'em in Oakland, Matty. Patterson was also a man without a spot, and Donaldson seems to be overtaken at C by this Wellington cat. All the players can help Oakland, but Chicago lost nothing crucial to them today. Reminds me of the Lakers trading for Gasol this past season.

[anabiono]

oh my [expletive] god!!!

 

ummm...this is like christmas morning...this is amazing

 

i am going out and buying some beer tonight baby!!!

 

 

WOWOOWOOWOOOOOOOHOOOOOOO

[rawaction]

Pretty crazy how the game works, on a personal level. Yes, Rich Harden appears to be a very nice upgrade for this team and bolsters their chances for a historic World Series run, and the middle-of-the-day, hope-you-enjoyed-your-time-in-the-spotlight-Melvin timing. Its very exciting.

 

But don't forget how it could affect other aspects, too. Everyone here was extremely lucky to have a poster like Mr. Gallagher, and this community is (likely) losing a valuable and significant contributor eventually after everything settles down. I hope I am not assuming too much, but it happens. This was a situation that we, as fans, may have to wait years (used to it) to have such a similar opportunity to enjoy, so I want to thank you, Mr. Gallagher, for your generous sharing, and remind you of the class act son that you raised (who can count an army of Cubs fans along with the new A's followers who will be supporting and cheering on his career).

 

One day Sean is just living the life of a ball player, messing around with teammates eating bugs on bets to entertain. I am sure he was well-liked in the clubhouse, as were the other guys. I'm happy for Murton, he could thrive in this new situation, eventhough I'm admittedly uninformed of the Oakland outfield. I hope no spots are set in stone, he earns one and never looks back, then turns it into a respectable contract from someone when it comes up.

 

This is a trade that I truly hope both sides ends up being overly satisfied with.

 

Good post.

[Wilson A2000]

Even if Harden isn't 100% for the next couple years, this is a good trade.

 

As long as he is healthy for 4 more months

[CoolHandLuke]

I'll miss Sean a great deal.

 

I remember Gaudin's slider on a list of the best pitches in baseball a few years ago and I love the fact that we got him in the deal along with Harden. I hope Jim gets Marquis out of the rotation as soon as he can.

[inari]

Gaudin intrigues me. I hope Marquis gets bumped to long relief in favor of him.

[Wilson A2000]

[injury history is really the only way Sabathia is better than Harden.

 

But injury history is a huge factor

[Mizzou]

I know I'm late to the party, but what an incredible trade. To acquire a pitcher with that talent, and have the best player you deal with Sean Gallagher, is simply amazing. Great job, Jimbo!

[gerby23]

oh my ---SOAPDROPPING--- god!!!

 

ummm...this is like christmas morning...this is amazing

 

i am going out and buying some beer tonight baby!!!

 

 

WOWOOWOOWOOOOOOOHOOOOOOO

 

I feel a little sad that you have to buy beer for an occasion. Or maybe I am a little sad for me that I always have some on hand...nope definitely the first feeling.

[anabiono]

oh...another move may be Mr. bad disposition bradley

 

just food for thought

[CoolHandLuke]

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/columns/story?columnist=olney_buster&id=1786067

[nilodnayr]

I am happy for Murton.

 

The A's have about 85 outfielders.

[anabiono]

oh my ---SOAPDROPPING--- god!!!

 

ummm...this is like christmas morning...this is amazing

 

i am going out and buying some beer tonight baby!!!

 

 

WOWOOWOOWOOOOOOOHOOOOOOO

 

I feel a little sad that you have to buy beer for an occasion. Or maybe I am a little sad for me that I always have some on hand...nope definitely the first feeling.

 

what?!?

 

so, you are saying that i should always have some on hand then? :lol:

[CuseCubFan69]

Could Gaudin replace Marquis? What's his contract like? Harden injuries worry me and I hope the Dr.s were on the ball and knew every possible detail about his health. Pretty nice trade on paper.

 

I wish the 4, Murton, Gally, CPatt and Donaldson the best and as long as their interests don't conflict with mine that is. Have fun in Northern Cal Peroria39 and thanks for posting here!

[CoolHandLuke]

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/columns/story?columnist=olney_buster&id=1786067

 

 

I didn't think about it until reading this article, but Lou is familiar with Gaudin.

[nilodnayr]

Gaudin is going to be the underappreciated part of this trade similarly like Murton was in the Nomar trade.

[Schwarber Fan]

Please let Gaudin replace Marquis in the rotation :beg:

[CuseCubFan69]

Gaudin is going to be the underappreciated part of this trade similarly like Murton was in the Nomar trade.

 

Years ago Hendry might have overpayed just for him and having him as a "toss in" is wonderful.

[nilodnayr]

Could Gaudin replace Marquis? What's his contract like? Harden injuries worry me and I hope the Dr.s were on the ball and knew every possible detail about his health. Pretty nice trade on paper.

 

I wish the 4, Murton, Gally, CPatt and Donaldson the best and as long as their interests don't conflict with mine that is. Have fun in Northern Cal Peroria39 and thanks for posting here!

 

This year is Gaudin's first year of arbi. Hes signed for 1.775M. Hes under our control for 2.5 years. Unfortunately I don't see the Cubs getting rid of Marquis.