Get Wiggy With It

34 year old utility man Ty Wigginton has been traded from the Colorado Rockies to the Philadelphia Phillies for a player to be named later or cash. Great move for the Phillies, adding versatile depth to their bench or possibly even starting lineup. Ryan Howard’s injury will leave a question mark at 1^st base, Mabry should take that spot, but Wigginton could certainly take over if Mabry slips up. Wigginton is also a good insurance policy for Chase Utley and Placido Polanco who have both experienced some injuries recently. Not to mention he plays the corner outfield spots, and can even catch a little. He will see a lot of action in various spots in all likelihood. He is a solid fielder and solid offensive player as well. In his 10 big league seasons his hitting numbers are .265/.325/.443. Not bad, he shows some power, and has been a useful player wherever he has played. The Phillies aren’t really giving up much, and Ty is going to cost them $4 million this year, so not too expensive for a guy that could be playing a major role. With Jim Thome essentially taking up a roster spot to be a pinch hitter, it’s nice to have a guy with some versatility. The Phillies are priming themselves for a run at next year’s World Series. I say this moves helps a lot, and they have a decent shot at it. Let’s see what transpires with Cole Hamels.