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[thedddd]

I don't get how the Pirates aren't a better team? They improved their starting pitching and made their bench deeper than it was.

Getting Qualls is the only one that doesn't make much sense.

And as stated this will help the team next year also it is not like they gave up prospects for Shane Victorino who would be gone at seasons end.

 

[steelparrot]

Dejan:

Here's another one that was on the table for the Pirates, one that -- unlike the Philly offers -- I'd have considered: The Padres' ask for Chase Headley was three-fold: 1. A top-5 prospect. 2. Lincoln or the lottery pick. 3. Additional piece. Headley's 28 years old, can play corner OF and is under control through 2014. Is that one you'd at least toss around for discussion? You’d keep Marte and top pitching prospects. This might be how "all in" gets defined ultimately. But no easy call. - about 4 hours ago

Here are some details of the Pirates' pursuit of Hunter Pence and Shane Victorino: The Pirates made several offers for both. But the Phillies asked for Brad Lincoln, Bryan Morris and a third piece for Victorino. Pence was complex. The Phillies asked for Starling Marte, Lincoln and a third piece depending on money involved. Also wanted an infielder the Pirates didn't have to give up. Have heard of other offers the Pirates had that I’d consider, but not these from the way they're described.

The Phillies offers were kinda ridiculous. Pass on both for sure.

The Headly offer is to vague to even think about imho, top 5 prospect? that could mean anyone. Additional piece that could be anything too.

Also being reported Soriano refused a trade to the Pirates.