Aaron Heilman Traded to the Chicago Cubs
January 28, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under News, Transactions
On Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs completed a deal in which they will receive pitcher Aaron Heilman from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for Garrett Olson and Ronny Cedeno.
The 30-year-old Heilman has publicly stated that he wishes to be given the opportunity to be a starting pitcher and the Cubs apparently will let him try to win a spot in their rotation. Last season, Heilman pitched for the Mets and all 78 of his appearances were in relief. He finished the season with a 5.21 ERA and had five saves to go along with a record of 3-8.
Olson is a starting pitching prospect who the Mariners could put into their rotation this season. He was acquired early in the month by the Cubs from the Baltimore Orioles in the Felix Pie trade.
Cedeno is a 25-year-old infielder who is capable of playing second base and shortstop. Last season with the Cubs, he hit .269 with two homers and 28 RBIs. Cedeno will likely be used as a utility player for the Mariners but he may be given a chance to win a starting spot.
