Daily Archives: December 8, 2007

What bullpen problems?

Posted by Steve

Less than 24 hours after I posted how I really don’t think the Brewers’ bullpen is in rough shape comes news that will turn in into a strength. The Brewers are apparently on the verge of signing Eric Gagne.

There’s a very good chance that Gagne-Cordero and Riske-Linebrink could each be a wash, meaning the Brewers have added two experienced in addition to that. All of a sudden someone like Turnbow could be trade bait.

The fact that it is likely a one-year deal makes this move risk free, and a great signing in my opinion.

Edit:I also just realized that Gagne is a Type B free agent, which means the Brewers won’t even need to surrender a draft pick for him.  Absolutely nothing not to like about this move!