Javier Vazquez Traded to Atlanta Braves
December 2, 2008 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under News, Transactions
The Chicago White Sox traded starter Javier Vazquez to the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday in a five-player deal. Also headed to Atlanta from Chicago is reliever Boone Logan. In return, the White Sox are reportedly receiving a package that include Jo-Jo Reyes, minor leaguer Brett Lillibridge and another minor league prospect.
The 32-year-old Vazquez often showed vast potential for the White Sox but also often was frustrating — especially when it came to pitching in clutch situations. All told, Vazquez was 12-16 last season with a 4.67 ERA. In 2007, Vazquez was much better — finishing 15-8 with a 3.74 ERA.
Logan has struggled in his three-year career and 2008 was no different. He finished with an ERA of 5.95 in 55 appearances. The 24-year-old lefty will try to get his career turned around with the Braves
The biggest name going to the White Sox is Reyes. Reyes was once upon a time a very highly regarded talent, however he’s struggled in his two years in the big leagues. In 2008, he had a 3-11 record to go with an ERA of 5.81.
Vazquez will join Atlanta’s starting rotation, while Reyes has a good chance of doing the same in Chicago.
