Rockies reliever Fuentes wants to wear pinstripes

Brian Fuentes

Colorado Rockies reliever Brian Fuentes heard enough rumors about possible trades relating to him to clearly state a statement. Fuentes said that if the Rockies trade him, he’d like to be traded to the New York Yankees or the New York Mets the two teams of the Big Apple.

However, he also said that he prefers the Yanks over the Mets.

I think getting Fuentes would bolster the bullpen by a considerable amount. Don’t forget that Fuentes was a 3-time all star. I don’t think Brian Cashman (the GM) should give up too much for him, though, because we already have somebody named Mariano Rivera. Fuentes could be used as a set-up man for Mo. The presence of Kyle Farnsworth in the eighth inning is indeed disturbing. Plus, LaTroy Hawkins’ disappointing season surely adds up to acquiring Fuentes.

A package of Justin Christian and a few minor leaguers should do it. Don’t forget we still have Sean Henn, Chase Wright and Kei Igawa to offer as pieces to the package. This move isn’t necessary, but Fuentes, as stated above, would like to come and we would give him a warm welcome if he does.