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"Moore said the Dodgers had assumed paying Perez's contract that includes $7.25 million this year, and $7.75 million next year.

'To be very candid, we're happy for Elmer Dessens and the Dodgers are paying for Odalis this year and next,' he said." - kcroyals.com

this is a fantastic deal. even if nothing comes of odalis, we have 2 future prospects and gave up dessens (who had a decent era, but was getting hit at a very high pace) for a free major league ready pitcher who will start in the bullpen and stretch out as a starter.

also, goodbye tony graf. i know nothing about jorge de la rosa, but i think it's a good deal. we didn't need graf with stairs, german, and teahen playing well at third. we got more pitching (he can start and pitch the bullpen) and even though his numbers don't look great, i actually like bob mcclure and maybe they can fix him up.

also, just a rumor, but a friend of mine read that moore is already starting his managerial search. i'm loving this guy right now. fire buddy bell!