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2012 Detroit Tigers Trades

Posted on April 6, 2012 at 04:01 PM.

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The Tigers send Max Scherzer, Andy Dirks, and 5 star potential prospect Taylor Anthony to the Nationals for Gio Gonzalez, Michael Morse, and Adam LaRoche.

Max Scherzer was extremely disappointing during Spring Training. He gave up at least 3 ER in all of his starts, usually 3-5 innings each, so he would probably give up more in the regular season.

It was clear that Andy Dirks would not make the Opening Day roster. There were simply too many talented guys ahead of him. The prospect, Taylor Anthony was the deal breaker.

Gio Gonzalez was a attractive because of his long-term deal and high skill. Michael Morse is relatively young and recently emerged on the scene as a power hitter. He may replace Delmon Young. Adam LaRoche is expected to be moved, likely as a part of another deal.

I am expecting to make more moves in the near future.

More Trading (Immediately After)

Tigers trade Delmon Young, John Mayberry, Jr., and Ryan Raburn to the Rangers for Nelson Cruz and David Murphy.

Delmon Young wasn't hitting great during Spring Training, and his defense isn't necessarily great either. Ryan Raburn was streaky as usual, and although he can play many positions, this trade brought defensive enhancements.

We are all aware of Nelson Cruz's ability, but I didn't know that David Murphy was able to play 2nd base. He will replace Ryan Raburn and also eliminate the need for Freddy Sanchez. Expect a Sanchez trade too.

Even More Trading

The Tigers trade Freddy Sanchez, Miguel Olivo, and Adam LaRoche to the Cubs for Geovany Soto, Reed Johnson, and former Tiger Nate Robertson.

Geovany Soto hits lefties well. He will replace Miguel Olivo, who didn't have a hit the entire time he was with the Tigers.

Comments

# 1 jhendricks316 @ Apr 6

The Tigers are $2.5 million above their projected budget.

# 2 BlueJays09 @ Apr 6

hahaha love the trading man...can u post your lineup/bench and pitching rotation? looks like a solid lineup...i like how you trade a lot like on mine haha

# 3 jhendricks316 @ Apr 6

Sometimes, I feel like I trade too much. This "new team" has too much talent to not work out...