MLB beat writers continue to sow seeds of false hope by writing articles such as this one:
He’s (Abreu) the best bat on the market, and the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers are expected to do some of the most aggressive bidding. But don’t be surprised if the St. Louis Cardinals — desperate for some pop in their outfield — emerge as the winner in the Abreu derby.
Bobby Abreu certainly would look swell in the No. 2 hole for the Cardinals, but at what cost? Any deal would have to start with Anthony Reyes or Adam Wainwright, if not both and more.
And there’s the matter with his contract. You’re already on the hook for $15 million for 2007, and you’d probably have to pick up his $16M option for ‘08 to get him to waive his no-trade clause. That’s a lot to pay a guy for two-and-change seasons by an ownership previously reluctant to pony up the cash.
(Hat tip: Erik)
