Sunday, February 19, 2012

McCutchen dealt to Spurs in Blockbuster deal!

The Hawaiians continue their busy offseason after their most disappoiting season in years.  Andrew McCutchen, the offensive juggernaut and defensive genius was dealt to Dallas Fort Worth late Sunday night. Honolulu sent McCutchen and their 7th, 11th and 12th round picks to Dallas for the Illinois 1 (4th overall), DFW, 3rd and 4th round picks as well as DFW's displaced closer Carlos Marmol who became expendable with the emergence of Francisco Rodriguez. Though technically a 4 for 4 deal, it was clearly a move designed to net HHA some early round talent.

According to ESPN's Buster Olney, the blockbuster deal has been in the works for over a week.  "Hawaiian's GM Stan Pietruska has been looking to move swiftly in acquiring draft picks to facilitate a quick rebuild. This move continues on that path" stated Olney via Twitter just a short time ago.  Honolulu will now feature Austin Jackson in centerfield.  HHA now has 12 picks in the first 6 rounds including 6 of the first 33 picks and 8 in the first three rounds. With holes in the infield and outfield its expected to be a busy war room on draft day on the islands.

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