During a season that led even the most dedicated of Roadkill Nation to question the front office moves the slow rebuilding process continues. When Todd Helton was moved during the '08 Winter Meetings only to be followed by Mags, J-Roll, Lidge & Vlad during the disastarous '09 season, the goal was to shore up the horrific pitching staff.
With Adam Wainwright & Ricky Nolasco acquired via trade the 'Kill should show great improvement in '10. Wainwright is slated as the '10 opening day starter with Nolasco following John Lackey & Yovani Gallardo in the rotation. Brad Penny was also included in the Nolasco deal & is currently being evaluated by pitching coach Leo Mazzoni for the final spot. He is expected to miss the Roadkill's ST in Lake Buena Vista and will report directly to the STL Cards pitching camp to work with Dave Duncan.
With two #1 picks in the upcoming '10 Rookie Draft it's critical the front office sign a future Justin Morneau or Nick Markakis of year's past. "Got Bats" bumper stickers have been spotted recently around the ATL.
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