Harden Trade Not Good for Zou

Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin traded to Cubs for SP Sean Gallagher, OF Matt Murton, OF/IF Eric Patterson and C Josh Donaldson

The trade of Harden to the Cubs means bad news for the Zou. While Harden is an excellent pitcher (when healthy) Wrigley Field is not a good place for him. I think Harden is bound for another injury this season because he will be overthrowing to keep the ball in the ball park. While this may be good for a start or two, Harden has proven his durability is not something to rely on. On the other hand, Harden could remain healthy and add to his massive strikeout numbers (10.75 K/9).

Chad Gaudin loses a lot of his value for the Phantom Menace’s. Gaudin has been moved the bullpen and has already struggled in Wrigley Field. Gaudin is not a big strikeout guy as it is so the Menace’s need to look for more pitching.

Sean Gallagher is a possible keeper option for the Rasmus’.

Eric Patterson is a free agent in our league who may be a guy someone desperate for keeper prospects picks up because of his speed. Matt Murton is also in the same boat, but for his power and not speed.

Josh Donaldson is a mediocre catching prospect who is in single-A at the moment. He is not in the fantasy picture at the moment.