I can't really think of a better topic to start off this blog. Longtime Bluejay Vernon Wells just got traded to the LA Angels. The face of the Toronto Blue Jays (along with Halladay) for the past decade is moving on.
A little sad? Yeah. A lot awesome? Hell yeah. Yes it's sad to see Wells go after he's been with the team so long. Say what you want about his contract, he played the game the right way while he was here. Great ambassador for the Jays and for the city. Sad to see him go. What I won't miss is the $86 million he's owed over the next four years. Jays GM Alex Anthopolous (AA) is nothing short of a genius for getting this deal done. This gives us a ton of financial flexibility, which is huge considering Bautista (currently in arbitration) will be looking for a lot more money and a long-term deal after this season. And he'll deserve it. AA continues to impress as GM. With Halladay leaving last year and now Wells, these aren't the Jays you've come to know over the last decade... but that's good.
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My 1st public comments go to the people that deserve it..the Toronto fans! Thx 4 the memories. I am forever grateful!!
The Silent Assassin strikes again! I am absolutely shocked Vernon Wells is going to the Angels.
Wells in Anaheim for a physical. Waiving no-trade clause. Full story here: http://bit.ly/eyfKp4 #Angels #BlueJays #MLB
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