This has the feeling of being total bullshit, but apparently Torii Hunter has indicated to Yahoo Sports that "the Dodgers are definitely near the top of the list" in terms of his suitors. He also thinks that the transition to Joe Torre signals an organization shift likely to show dividends on the win collumn.
Hunter is clearly an insanely good defensive CF. There's probably not a better one in the MLB. However, I think he's seeking a 5 or 6 year deal in the $15/yr range. He's coming off a good offensive year in 2007 when considering base stats {.287/28/107}. His 2006 line was quality as well {.278/31/98}. However, I remain concerned about his .324 career OBP.
A Hunter aquisition, even at 5/$90MM, would do two very important things. First, getting that miniature Frenchy out of CF. Prevent, "Broken Face" from knocking down the fences with his grill for the next four years. Also, Hunter is the quintessential good character/community guy. I don't really give a sweet shit about that, but management seems to care. Therefore, it may be realistic that they're making a big push for him. This is one situation where "character" isn't just a substitute for "good guy that is not good at baseball."
In other news...the Angels traded Orlando Carbrera to the White Sox for Jon Garland. I been pushing for a Dodger trade for Garland for over a month now. Clearly he could've been had for a fairly small sum. OC's a decent player, but nothing outrageous. Maybe Sox would've taken Pierre and some cash for Garland? Maybe Pierre/Furcal/Laroche for Garland/Crede? Another oppotunity to pick up a pitcher and get rid of Pierre. My guess is that the Angels are stocking up on pitchers to make a move for Miguel Cabrera. I think they package Ervin Santana/Howie Kendrick/Prospect for Miggy.
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I really like the idea of bringing Hunter on board. It isn't like Fivel's OBP is any better so I will definitely take the huge defensive upgrade, the 20-25 bombs, and the 100 RBI's Hunter brings to the table.
Coletti should just drive Pierre out to the desert for hours until Fivel has to pee. Then the second he gets out of the car, Coletti can slam the gas on his Prius and head back to LA, at which point that French rodent will never be heard from again at Chavez Ravine.
I just wonder how long it will take for Jeff Kent to bitch that Hunter doesn't respect the game, or doesn't want to win, or doesn't admit that Mountain Dew is the best soda ever (one point I would actually agree with Mustache on).
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