Mariners Analysis

Thursday, July 21, 2005

Any interest in Odalis Perez?

During the offseason, many M's fans wanted to see Bavasi go after Perez. It was thought he would flourish in Safeco, and help solidify the starting rotation. After Bavasi blew his wad on Beltre and Sexson, Perez ended up signing with the Dodgers.

With the Dodgers sinking fast in the horrific NL West, Perez is on the market. He of the 5.06 ERA. There is a chance he could benefit from a change of scenery, but there is a better chance he will never earn the $8 mil/year he is making.

I have no doubt Bavasi won't be interested, but I also know Bavasi is going to have to DO SOMETHING to re-architect this team. Signing free agent pitchers this offseason is not going to be enough.