Can Of Corn

Mock Blockbuster

by Dayn Perry

What follows is a little something I like to call the "Mock Stove League." Allow me to explain--I'm proposing a trade of the blockbuster variety, one that, from my remove makes sense for all teams involved. In terms of tenability, it depends; these are deals that may or may not have a chance of happening in the demonstrably more complicated world of reality. From the remove from which I make this suggestion, though, the deals I'm suggesting strike me as helpful and inspiring for all. So, serious prescriptive or idle daydreaming? A little helping of both, please.

Without further chattering, this week's fake trade...

The Tigers get: RHCL Joe Nathan, RHP Matt Guerrier
The Twins get: RHP Rick Porcello, SS-R Cale Iorg

Why It Makes Sense for Detroit

The Tigers are certifiable contenders. Last season, they finished eight games behind the division-winning Indians, but they were only two games back according to runs scored and runs allowed. They were also one of baseball's most active teams over the winter. For their efforts, they have an offense capable of 900-plus runs on the season, and they have a rotation that has the potential for yeoman-like consistency, if not excellence. To put a finer point on it, PECOTA forsees that the '08 Tigers will win 91 games and tie Cleveland atop the division.

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