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Going going gone!
That's the silver lining to the terrible start this year. At least with the Phils out of contention we got to see some new guys and they weren't tempted to do anything stupid like rushing Howard back or worse yet, trading more minor leaguers for veterans to "put them over the top". Hopefully they now have a solid corner OF and 3B for the next 5 years in Asche and Ruf.
Hahaha "Rush Howard back"...how would that matter?
Amaro is probably not a happy guy right now. He can not justify spending big bucks for a 3rd baseman, or another corner outfielder before next season starts. He will forced to focus on spending his extra money on a reliever or two,and possibly a starting pitcher. And possibly a part time outfielder,pinch hitter type as well. The Phillies will not be able to spend all their excess payroll allowance. However, what is to stop Amaro from blocking Ruf or Asche by finding an overpriced veteran for their positions? Amaro is a poor GM, who scares me when he has money to spend!