[vannzee]

From what I have heard, trades are the way to go this offseason. Most teams dont have money to spare right now and the teams that do stand to make some excellent trades, value wise. An example could be Boston's getting of Hermida.

Im wondering if things may be worse off with the Tigers money wise then we know. Illitch ever since 2006 (or before?) has been willing to spend to win and with a solid nucleus here I am surprised that the talk has been about shipping off pieces and not adding. After the buzz of last season one could stand to think that going out and dealing Jackson/Grandy would be a disaster in fans eyes. The average fan wont pay or be excited to go see Casper Wells or even Austin Jackson in center.

I could see alot more teams following what the Oakland Athletics have been doing and being in cost saving mode. I think its going to be a long offseason for type A or B free agents who have been offered arbitration.

Jackson hasnt been able to piece it together for a full season yet but he ate innings and I dont see anyone else to replace his spot unless you rush Crosby or sign a free agent (which wouldnt save much cash after all). Its easy to forget that he is only 26 still. Granderson I would hate to see leave but I see the logic. Hes getting closer to thirty. He isnt going to figure out the lefty problem overnight.

In either case, if you can get value for those two then I think you do it.