SLUGGER NEEDED...

There is a huge offensive void in the middle of the Dodgers lineup. Alfonso Soriano would certainty fill that void. The Dodgers where last in homeruns this past season, and the team lead was a measly 20 by both Nomar Garciaparra, and J.D. Drew. Bringing in a power hitter is a priority. The question is do they bring in a high prized free agent such as Alfonso Soriano, or do they just fill the hole with players such as Trot Nixon, until uber prospect Matt Kemp is ready to take over. I seriously hope the Dodgers do not do the latter. This Dodger team is a Ace, and a power hitter away from being a legitimate World Series contender. Like I have been saying, Barry Zito solves our ace problem, and Alfonso Soriano would solve our power problem. Soriano is a good fit because he is a versatile player. He can play the outfield, and second base. This means that Soriano would play in the outfield next season, and once Jeff Kent retires Soriano would then move to second base. This would enable Matt Kemp to settle into an outfield spot for good. Soriano had a splendid season this year. He hit 46 homeruns, and drove in 95 runs. By the way put up these numbers from the leadoff spot, and while playing at RFK Stadium. Alfonso also did damage with his legs as he stole 41 bases. His defense also hit a major improvement after swapping positions. He led the league in outfielder assists. The prize for Soriano is not going to be cheap. It is being reported that he will be looking for a 5 year deal in the area of 65-75 million. Soriano is also going to be sought after by many teams. The asking prize will most likely be driven up. The Dodger brass needs to start spending smart money, and bringing in the missing pieces. This is the LOS ANGELES DODGERS, we should be able to sign anyone we want. Hopefully the tide changes this year, and Ned Colletti brings in studs such as Zito, and Soriano... The Arizona Fall League action is heating up, but Dodger hitters seem to be cooling. Chin Lung Hu is hitting .125, and Anthony Raglani is hitting .077. Although its only through 4 games. As for the pitchers, they have been handling themselves great. Casey Hoorelbeke, Brian Akin, and John Meloan all have their era under 3. Hopefully the bats pick up, and the pitching continues.


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