Indians did well by trading Perez

In acquiring a young shortstop from the Mariners, the Indians did a fine job looking ahead by trading away Eduardo Perez.

Originally Published: June 30, 2006

By Keith Law | Scouts Inc.

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On the heels of their 10-2 romp through the last two weeks of interleague play, the Seattle Mariners swapped a prospect for a veteran on Friday, dealing minor league shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera to the Cleveland Indians for designated hitter and occasional first baseman Eduardo Perez.

While I like this deal from both sides on a pure needs basis, I like Cleveland's side better both on the raw talent exchanged and on the Indians' superior analysis of their own position in the standings.

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