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Angels Pursuing Joey Gathright, Toby Hall
According to Ken Rosenthal, "The Angels are believed to be talking to the Devil Rays about a deal for center fielder Joey Gathright and/or catcher Toby Hall."
We reported yesterday that the Angels were hot on the trail of Tampa Bay outfielders. While our source named Ervin Santana as likely trade bait, Rosenthal thinks young infielders and/or catchers would be sent over. It does make sense that Jeff Mathis would go to the Rays if Hall is dealt. Mathis had a great age 22 season for a catcher at Triple A Salt Lake. It is expected that Steve Finley will be benched or traded to clear a spot for an imported outfielder like Gathright.
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Rosenthal also mentions, "acquisition of Hall almost certainly would end the chances of free-agent catcher Bengie Molina remaining with the Angels." An interesting scenario could develop if Molina decides to play it safe and accept arbitration, which is still a possibility. Last year, Placido Polanco unexpectedly accepted arbitration with the Phillies, creating an awkward situation with Chase Utley ready to play every day. Polanco was quickly dealt for just Ugueth Urbina.
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Why can't the Cubs jump in get Gathright, Lugo, and Huff? That kills 3 birds with one stone. Leadoff, outfield, left-hand power. Hopefully it will include a 4th bird-Cards.
Posted by: Army Guy | December 06, 2005 at 12:42 PM
Why do people continue to think Ervin Santana is a top prospect? 5.02 xFIP in the bigs. His minor league numbers were good, no doubt, but nothing salivating considering most of them were put up over 3 years with Arkansas in the Texas League (pitchers park)
Posted by: matthew c | December 06, 2005 at 12:54 PM
They think he is a top prospect because of his performace during the playoffs.
Posted by: Army Guy | December 06, 2005 at 12:55 PM
He is overrated for sure, but that's a decent season for a 22 year-old. Say his HR rate comes down a little toward his minor league level, and you might have a solid #3 or 4 starter.
Posted by: RumorMonger | December 06, 2005 at 01:00 PM