Phils GM Ruben Amaro, Jr. addressed Adam Eaton at Citizens Bank Park today. When asked if Eaton could be in competition for the fifth spot Amaro said, “It’s a four-man competition, [Eaton] isn’t involved in it. We just feel the other four would have a better opportunity to help us.”
The other four are Kyle Kendrick, J.A. Happ, Carlos Carrasco and Chan Ho Park. Eaton is 14-18 with a 6.09 ERA in two seasons with the Phillies.
Frankly the statement doesn’t surprise anyone. Eaton has been one of the biggest busts in franchise history.
Eaton will make $8.5 million this season, plus a $500,000 buyout on a club option for 2010. That contract makes him nearly impossible to trade. The Phillies tried to give him away during the winter meetings, eating all but $1 million of his salary, but found no takers.
If he can’t be traded, Eaton could be released before the season starts.
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The Phillies and Moises Alou have exchanged interests, Alou, 42, is a terrific career hitter. Alou however feels he can still start and the Phils certainly can’t offer hma a starting spot. If Amaro could land him, he’d be a terrific addition to the bench.
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No Eaton? A dream come true!