But the Astros are at least a couple of seasons away from real contention for the playoffs, so perhaps trading Oswalt could expedite the return to respectability. That being true, I do not want to see Roy in another National League uniform. I do not want the 'Stros to have to face him on a regular basis.
So when I heard that Nolan Ryan had called to express interest to Drayton McLane about trading for Oswalt, I began to daydream about what Houston might get from the Rangers in the trade. How would it be if one of the components of the trade were Elvis Andrus or Nelson Cruz? I do not know if the Rangers would part with such players, but it would be the starting place of any conversation, if I were GM.
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Thats the trouble with professional sport and salary caps. After a period the owners have to reassess the value of certain players, and some timew the older players - the former stars the fans have come to see - have to make way for up and comers who have a greater future value. You don't want to see one of your old stars facing your team.
My Crusaders rugby side crashed out in the semis here - sad, but a team with a great many young players of the future.
Regards,
Peter
As a fan, I always want my favorites to stay and go out in glory. Right now the Astros are playing so poorly and have few top young prospects that the big star pitcher wants out, so he can play for a contender. I suppose he will get his wish, just hope we get something good in return.
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