A Sound Trade
By John Hatcher
The trade of Dave Roberts for Payton, Vasquez, a minor leaguer and cash was success for the Sox. They filled 2 important holes and received some nice extra cash to assist with the payroll. Roberts was not going to accept a reserve role and now they’ve added 2 guys that will play important roles in that dept. Vasquez strikes out once every 5 at bats, but can play all four infield spots and Payton can hit with power and play all three outfield spots. Have to give Theo some credit on this one.
