by Nuf Sed McGreevy Sat Feb 20, 2010 6:09 pm
I am happy with this deal.
George is right in saying that they're around the same point right now (star-wise), but Shortall's potential is another .5-1 star higher. And this deal is the reason why I don't like the star system. Shortall has much better gap power, has more home run power, and is a better fielder. If you look at the "soft ratings" he is also more popular and has better intangibles. He'll help me construct a new AHIBA market in Baltimore.
In my opinion, that stuff makes it worth the money.