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So, in summary, though we gave up a good player in Jody Gerut, we got younger, created more cost flexibility, and have provided more opportunity for other players who have a chance to be with us for a longer period of time. It's not without risks, but that's the rationale.

Paul DePodesta breaks down the Gerut for Gwynn Jr. trade

It Might Be Dangerous... You Go First: Gerut for Gwynn Jr

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But obviously, getting Gwynn on the Padres is a bonus. Gwynn doesn’t stand out from a dozen other prospects with similar resumes except for his name.

Not that I think it’s a bad thing or that it’s a bad trade. Just that it being Tony Gwynn’s son obviously had something to do with it.

by Dex on May 28, 2009 10:36 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

They could have

claimed Gwynn off waivers and traded Gerut for someone else.

"Quote me as saying I was mis-quoted."

Groucho Marx

by planetjeffy on May 28, 2009 11:43 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

They already

had to many outfielders at the time Gwynn was passed through waivers. Gerut, Hairston, Giles, Headley & Macias were on the opening day roster & being that Gwynn is out of Minor League options he would have had to been on the club. KT was more inclined to pick up relievers at the time.

by SDPads_1 on May 28, 2009 2:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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