Baseball America: Trade Central
Matt Thorton was dealt to the White Sox for OF Joe Borchard.
Borchard is the bigger name in the deal and likely the more valuable fantasy player this season. With only Matt Lawton in the OF, he can play there and at DH when Carl Everett is unavailable for 40-50 games.
Thorton won't have much value, but his acquistion could be seen a signal that Neil Cotts is moving closer to the closer.
With Hermanson out, Cotts should move into the 8th inning based on his success last season. If he does that, then a lefty will be needed in the earlier innings.
Cotts and Politte should be drafted regardless, but this just provides a little more information to keep in mind.
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