Michael Wuertz

According to the Cubs reporter, the Rangers and the A's are talking about a trade for Michael Wuertz. Michael Wuertz is another player, in the Cubs bullpen that is out of options.

UPDATE: 1:30
Michael Wuertz was traded to the A's for 2 minor league players Richie Robnett and Justin Sellers.

Robnett, 25 year-old outfielder, who ranked 15th among A's prospects. He was said to have "huge raw power," but that hasn't come through in his minor league numbers.

Sellers, a 23 year-old infielder, ranked 14th in the '08 Handbook. He was described as "a solid-average defender who'll hit at the bottom of a lineup." Source

Minor League Totals

Richie Robnett- .260BA, 130GMs, 523ABs, 79R, 136Hits, 29 2B, 2 3B,18HRs, 75RBIs, 146SO, 38BB.

Justin Sellers- .253BA, 439AB, 72R, 111Hits, 15 2B, 8 3B, 6HR, 46RBIs, 47BB, 77SO.

Also the Rich Hill deal is now official with the O's for a PTBNL.

The Cubs have now saved over 2 million dollars with the Michael Wuertz and Rich Hill trades.


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