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Ricardo Rodriguez

Adam, why exactly do you have a man-crush on Ricardo Rodriguez?

To tell you the truth, I never really thought Ric Rod would amount to much (and really hated the Ludwick for Ric Rod trade, though Ludwick's making it look like a wash), and if you take a look at his minor league stats, you would also see a really unimpressive track record.....

http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/R/ricardo-rodriguez-1.shtml

So, what exactly do you like about him other than a lucky major league finish in 2004 (K/9 rate of 5.06 and BB/9 rate of 4.05)?

His minor league K/IP rate stinks. His K/BB rate has been slightly above average at BEST. His HR rate isn't anything special. And he's turning 28 AND has been prone to injuries.....

I just don't get why you like him....

Now Laird, I can back you on, but Ric Rod.....

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