SHOPPACH HEADS TO TAMPA
The Tampa Bay Rays acquired catcher Kelly Shoppach from the Cleveland Indians for a player to be named later.
What does it give the Tampa Bay Rays
The Rays were disappointed in the play of Dioner Navarro in 2009, so they've added Shoppach to the catching stables. Look for the two to battle it out for the starting job in spring training, but Shoppach's power should ultimately win out.
What does it give the Cleveland Guardians
The Indians dealt star catcher Victor Martinez during the 2009 campaign, and they've now moved his backup as well. This leaves Cleveland with youth behind the plate, mainly in the form of former Phillies prospect Lou Marson and top prospect Carlos Santana.
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