Carlos Lee to Rangers

As usual, the Rangers game plan is to continue to outslug everyone, as they acquire Carlos Lee and still have not addressed their pitching. Still, it doesn't look like they have really given up that much, so even for a rent-a-player like Lee they look to be stronger.

Any time a division rival makes a big move, it is worth checking out. The million dollar questions is what is Billy Beane up to?

He has an awful offense, and a pitcher (Zito) who will walk at the end of the year. He faces a real problem with Zito, as he needs him if they win the division, but he hates seeing players walk when he could seriously restock the sytem if he moves him. It will be interesting to see what happens in the next three days, but I don't believe Beane will be standing pat.

Meanwhile, Bavasi still has several major deals sitting on the table. He will likely make at least one pitching move by the deadline.

Let's hope the team doesn't get distracted by the shuffles and continues to play well this weekend in Cleveland.